A paradise of natural beauty, Sikkim lies nestled - and almost hidden - between Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and Darjeeling in the Eastern Himalayas. This small but beautiful land is dominated by Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world. Religion forms an integral part of the daily lives of the Sikkimese, and Kanchenjunga is revered as their protective dc:eity. With 200 Buddhist monasteries dotted across the tiny land, the influence of Buddhism is everywhere. Even in the remotest hamlet, the fluttering of prayer flags are a constant reminder of the teachings of Lord Buddha. Until 1975, Sikkim was an independent kingdom ruled by

Chogyals (kings). The history of Sikkim's Chogyals dates back to the sixteenth century, when the first Chogyal was consecrated by three holy men at Yoksom, in West Sikkim. In 1975, following a popular movement to abolish the monarchy, Sikkim became the 22nd state of the Indian Union.

Long a restricted area, Sikkim now welcomes a few visitors from around the world to share its rich heritage and natural bounty.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 : Fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar or Bhadrapur (50mins). On arrival drive to Gangtok. (7hrs). Arrive at hotel.

Day 02 : Morning Visit Enchey Monastery, Deer Park, Government Institute of Cottage Industry, Dodrul Chorte, Research Institute of Tibetology. p.m: Visit Rumtek Monastery. Overnight stay.

Day 03 : Gangtok
launching (2,750mts/11km/6hrs.) Drive early morning to Lachung, a small picturesque village surrounded by high snowcap peaks, located in a valley in North Sikkim. Overnight stay.

Day 04 : Lachung-Yumthang-Lachung. (3,500mts/15hrs/25km.) Drive after breakfast through conifer and rhododendron forests. Packed lunch provided. Overnight stay.

Day 05 : Lauhung - Gantok : Drive back to Gantok. Overnight stay.

Day 06 : Gantok-Pemayangste (2,085m/117km/4/12hrs.) After breakfast, drive through semi tropical forest, cardamom plantation and village. p.m: Visit the Pemayangste Monastery, situated adjacent to the hotel.This is a premier Monastery of Sikkim built in the 17th century. Overnight stay.

Day 07 : Pemayangste-Khechapladri Lake- Pemayanste : (24kms/1/24hrs.) After breakfast drive to Khechapladri lake. p.m: A short trek to Sangachholing Monastery (2km/45mins) located on a hillock above the Hotel. One a clear day the view of the mountain range is breathtaking. Overnight stay.

Day 08 : Pemayangste-Kalimpong (133kms/5hrs.) Full day sightseeing of Kalingpong Town. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 09 : Kalinpong-Biratnagar/Bhadrapur (150kms/4hrs) morning : After breakfast drive to Biratnagar/Bahadrapur airport and check in for your flight to Kathmandu.