PEACEFUL WEST MISTRESS ( Richingpong 1N -Ravangla 1N - Pelling 2N - Darjeeling 3N)
Destination Description
Meet and greet at Bagdogra Airport [IXB] / NJP Railway Station and proceed towards Yuksom, 140 Km fro
Siliguri, is a picturesque town located in north-eastern state of Sikkim. It is popularly known as the antique capital of Sikkim. The term Yuksom means ‘the assembly of three learned priests’. It is the place where the three learned monks had come in the past from Tibet. This amazing town was initially the capital of Sikkim and was established by the first religious king of Sikkim in 1642 AD. The town offers fascinating views of Mt. Kabur, Mt. Jopuno and Mt. Narsing. There are several historic places near this town, each having its own unique charm. It is the main trailhead for the Khangchendzonga trek which is the most famous trek of Sikkim. Night stay at the hotel KALUL/RICHING[ONG.
Post breakfast, on our 3rd day of West Sikkim Trip, is Kaluk, situated at the foot of the Himalayas at a height over 5000 feet in West Sikkim. Kaluk is a small, simple village where tranquility makes its presence felt. Kanchenjunga seems to be closest to this picturesque hamlet since it offers an uninterrupted and clear view of the ice-capped peaks. Kaluk is considered among the windiest places in the entire Sikkim, which means you can re energize your lungs, which are tired of fighting with pollution, by breathing in some fresh air. On the Way, visit the attractions like :
Singshore Bridge – Meet another Engineering marvel between the two hilly gorges around Pelling is the Singshore Bridge. The 198 meters long suspended structure is the second highest gorge bridge in Asia. The fabulous bridge structure between two gorges offers a birds-eye view of the places, which is stunning and quite thrilling.
British Dak Bunglow – A British Bungalow sits on the top of a hillock around 3 km from Kaluk and famous Bengali Poet Rabindra Nath Tagore stayed here and wrote some piece of Geetanjali written here, Night Stay in Ravangla.
Post breakfast starts for Ravangla, situated in the southern part of Sikkim, Ravangla, or Ravangla is a place that is growing in popularity as a tourist destination every day. Located at a height over 7000 feet and Ravangla is a small town that greets and fascinates tourists with its simplicity, serenity, and obviously, the uninterrupted view of the snowy peaks that stand like guards towards the North.Visit Rimbi Waterfalls,Buddha Park,Namchi,Temi Tea Garden Samdruptse , Night Stay in Pelling
After breakfast enjoy full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour – Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In the afternoon, the 2nd Half tour – Pemayangtse Monastery, Sang-Ngag Choling (Sky Walk – at your own cost), and the New Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.
After breakfast Proceed for Darjeeling “The Queen of Hill” . On arrival check-in to the hotel & rest of the day free.Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Guests will visit Tiger Hill at 4 am in the morning to view the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. worlds 3rd highest peak) Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Permit / Token)Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop on the way back.After breakfast guests will proceed to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P. N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre, Tea Garden, Peace PagodaNight stay at Darjeeling.
After breakfast, a full day excursion trip to Mirik Lake (4,902 ft.) via Indo-Nepal Border (Extra vehicle charges will be applicable for Nepal Border to Pashupati Market). Mirik is famous for its man-made Sumendu Lake, Cardamom plantations and Tea Estates. (One can do Boating on a direct payment basis in the lake). In the evening return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
After breakfast guests will have leisure time for packing and other personal activities.Guests will proceed to Bagdogra Airport / Njp Railway station and move to their home town with nostalgic memories.