Splendid Sikkim: An Offbeat Sikkim Tour

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Mesmerizing Mountains

Where the mountains meet the mist

There’s something magical about the North East. Not only is it one of India’s least touristed destinations, it’s also one of the wildest, most naturally rugged, and beautiful places you can see. Our Splendid Sikkim offbeat tour will take you through some hospitable homestays and allow you to interact closely with the locals’ way of life.

Day 1

Bagdogra to Hee Bermiok

You would be picked up from Bagdogra airport and driven to Hee Bermiok in West Sikkim. This journey takes about 6.5 hours till you reach your Dhungay homestay in Hee Bermiok.

Note: From the road head you will need to walk up a steep path for 200 meters to reach the homestay Accommodation:Homestay

Day 2

Village Walk

Enjoy the early morning tranquility of the village with birds chirping all around. The scenic village of Martam is a culturally diverse village inhabited by the Chettri, Lepcha, Tamang, and Rai community. After breakfast, you can walk to the upper and lower part of Martam village. both of which have different landscapes and cultural identities. In the second half, relax at the homestay or participate in the household or farming activities.

Accommodation:Homestay

Day 3

Hee Bermiok to Darap

After breakfast drive to Darap village, 6 km from Pelling. En route, visit the Singshore hanging bridge ( third highest in Asia ) and the cheese factory in Dentam. On reaching Pelling, visit the Pemagyatse monastery and Rabdtense ruins.

Accommodation:Homestay

Drive Time: 2 hours

Day 4

Darap

Darap is a very culturally diverse village with Limboo, Bhutia, Gurung and Rai residing next to each other. Gently sloped terraced fields with panoramic views of snow-capped mountains welcome you to the village. It is an ideal place to experience the rural Sikkimese way of life.

In the morning, set out for a half day walk through vegetable and cardamom fields. The climb up is a bit stiff but worth it. On the way, interact with the villagers and visit some traditional houses . In the evening, relax around your homestay or go for a leisurely walk on the Nambu road. O

Accommodation:Homestay

Day 5

Pelling

After breakfast, drive to Khecheopalri Lake , a tranquil lake nestled in the midst of verdant hills. From here drive to Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim. It is over here that the first Chogyal (holy King) was crowned in 1642.

Accommodation: Homestay

Darap to Gangtok

After breakfast, drive to Gangtok. Take the long road via Temi tea gardens, enjoying panoramic views of the only tea estate in Sikkim . On reaching Gangtok check into your hotel. Relax for the remainder of the evening or walk around M.G. Road.

Accommodation: Rhenock House or similar

Day 7

Gangtok

Start your day with a visit to the serene Enchay Monastery. You could also visit the Rumtek Monastery, the seat of the Karpamapa and the main monastery of the Karma Kagyu sect of Buddhism. Walk around the grand monastic complex , interacting with the friendly monks. The evening is free for you to just soak it all in.

Accommodation: Rhenock House or similar

Day 8

Departure

You would be dropped off at Bagdogra airport

Drive Time: 5 hours

Cost Includes:

Accommodation on twin sharing basis in homestays / hotels mentioned in the itinerary
Breakfast and dinner at the homestays, breakfast only in Gangtok
All transfers and sightseeing using a Xylo or Innova. Note: The vehicle will not be at your disposal and will only be used for the mentioned transfers and sightseeing
Local guides for village walk in Darap and Hee Bermiok

Cost Excludes:

Flights to and from Bagdogra
Entrance fees to museums , gardens and other places of sightseeing
Service Tax @ 4%
Excess stay & meals due to bad weather conditions or strikes, resulting in delay of flights or any other form of transport.
Soft drink charges, table drinks, bottled water, laundry, cigarettes, telephone expenses, and liquor charges

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