Sikkim
Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kanchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third highest on Earth. Sikkim's capital and largest city is Gangtok.
Sikkim is a unique blend of different customs, religion and traditions of different communities. Since the ancient times, Sikkim was occupied by three tribes, namely, the Lepchas, the Bhutias and the Nepalese. They continue to form the people's group and culture in Sikkim even today. Sikkim is also known as the land of monasteries a few grand and important monasteries are Rumtek, Pemeyangtse, Tashiding, Echey monasteries.
TRIP DETAILS:
Trek Duration: 5 Nights 6 Days
Max Altitude: 1,950 meters
Grade: Moderate
Trip Starting/Ending Point: Kathmandu
Trek Category: Adventure + Pilgrimage
Best season: Sep-Oct-Nov/ Apr-May –June –July –Aug
Outline Itinerary
| Days | Description | Overnight | Altitude |
| Day 1 | Drive from Kathmandu to Itahari | Itahari (Hotel) | 795m |
| Day 2 | Drive from Itahari to Kanyam | Kanyam(Hotel) | 1,633m |
| Day 3 | Drive from Kanyam to Sikkim | Sikkim(Hotel) | 1,400m |
| Day 4 | Sightseeing at Sikkim | Sikkim(Hotel) | 1,400m |
| Day 5 | Drive from Sikkim to Itahari | Itahari(Hotel) | 795m |
| Day 6 | Drive from Itahari to Kathmandu | 1,300m |
| Itinerary Details | |
| Day 1 |
KATHMANDU - ITAHARI Morning 6:00am pick up and drive to itahari 365km about 12 hrs via B.P. highway, Lunch is provided on the way. Dinner/Overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 2 |
ITAHARI - KANYAM At morning about 8:00 am we will have Breakfast at the hotel, transfer Kanyam which takes around 5 hour’s drive (117km). Fresh up and leisure time, Dinner & overnight at hotel in kanyam. |
| Day 3 |
KANYAM - SIKKIM In the morning 6:00 am after breakfast we will departure for Sikkim. On the way to Sikkim we will visit to Darjeeling. Darjeeling sightseeing includes Himalayan Mountaineering Museum, Zoo, Tenzing Rock Hill, Tea Garden, Japanese Temple, Batase Dada and Chaurasta and market area. After visiting major sites of Darjeeling we will drive to Sikkim which takes about 5 hours.Evening dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. |
| Day 4 |
SIKKIM SIGHTSEEING Wake up at early in the morning. Today we will sightsee at Sikkim for the whole day. It includes Gangtok and Chardham. After that we will get back to hotel for Lunch. Sightseeing will be continued. Evening dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. |
| Day 5 |
SIKKIM - ITAHARI Early in the morning after breakfast we will visit the major sightseeing of Sikkim. It takes about 8 hours to reach itahari (254km).Lunch will be provided on the way. Evening dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. |
| Day 6 |
ITAHARI - KATHMANDU Wake up at early in the morning. Today we will departure from Itahari to Kathmandu. Lunch will be provided on the way. |
Cost Inclusion
- All surface transportation by private vehicle as per itinerary. ( Kathmandu to border by Bus and jeep in India part)
- Accommodation on triple/quad sharing basis
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
- All major Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Driver comes as guide
Cost Exclusion
- Drinking beverages
- Personal expenses, tips, laundry etc
- Travel insurance.
- Cable car ride, yak ride, train ride or any other extra activities.
- Transportation in-between Nepal immigration to India immigration ( either use electric rickshaw or walk yourself, choice is yours)
- Sightseeing entry fees, immigration fees, photo printing and photocopy etc.
- Overstay expenses due to any natural calamities, landslide, floods, road blocks, snowfalls, strikes etc
Necessary Documents
- Original copy of citizenship
- 4 copies of citizenship's copy
- 4 copies of passport size photos.
