The Orchid & Rhododendrons Jeep Safari: Family Excursion (Sikkim)
Trip Details:
Sikkim has always been known for its
unparalleled natural beauty, high hills, big Buddhist Monasteries and lakes.
The newly opened region of North Sikkim has opened another opportunity for
nature lovers and is considered botanist paradise. The Yumthang and surrounding
region is full of many varieties of exotic Orchids and many more. The journey
passes through lush green hill slopes and tea garden.
Note: This trek requires permit and
passport visa would be very necessary for Non India passport holders
- Trip Name: Darjeeling & Lachung Jeep Safari
- Destination: Sikkim
- Grade: Easy
- Best Time: April to October
- Duration: 13 Days (Delhi to Delhi)
- Trip Cost: USD - On request (Min 2 Pax on Twin Sharing) & USD - On request (Min 2 Pax on single occupancy)
- Domestic Flight: As applicable at the time of booking (Delhi – Bagdogra – Delhi)
- Highlights: Mt Kanchendzonga (8598 Mtrs), third highest Mountain of the World, Mount Everest view, Toy Train ride at Darjeeling, Monasteries of Sikkim, Tea Garden
- Activities: Jeep Safari through lush green hill slopes and tea gardens. Visit the valley of wild Himalayan flowers Rhododendrons.
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive Delhi and transfer to Hotel for overnight.
Day 02: Delhi –
Bagdogra – Darjeeling (70Kms/4Hrs)
Fly to Bagdogra and drive to Darjeeling. Overnight stay at hotel in Darjeeling
Day 03: In
Darjeeling
Drive to Tiger Hills (5 Kms) to see sunrise over Mt Everest and Mt Kanchendzonga ranges and also visit Ghoom Monasteries, Himalayan Mountaineering Institue, Zoological garden etc. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 04:
Darjeeling – Yuksum
(90Kms/4-5Hrs)
Drive to Yuksum (1780 Mtrs) via Pemayangtse. Visit Pemayangtse garden, Kechiperi Lale often called ‘wishing lake’ and Yuksum - the old capital of Sikkim and base for Dzongri trek. Overnight stay in Guest House.
Day 05: Yuksum –
Gangtok (120
Kms/4-5 Hrs)
Drive to Gangtok via Rumtek, one of the most important Monasteries in Sikkim. Overnight stay in Guest House.
Day 06: In
Gangtok
Early morning drive to Tashi view point to witness the Sunrise over Mount Kanchendzoga followed by Gangatok local sightseeing and visit to Tibetology research institute, Orchid Sanctuary, Do-drul Chorten and Enchhey Monasteries. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 07: Gangtok
– Lachung
(105 Kms/4-5Hrs)
In the morning after breakfast drive to North Sikkim en-route stop to visit Phodong, Labrang Monasteries and drive further to Lachung. Overnight at a guest house
Day 08: In
Lachung
Day at leisure to explore the surrounding and enjoy flower watching. The region is full of wild Orchids and Rhododendrons of many varities. Overnight stay at a guest house.
Day 09: Lachung
– Yumthang – Lachung
(25 Kms Up/2Hrs)
Excursion to Yumthang which takes around 2 hrs one way and return to Lachung for overnight stay at a guest house.
Day 10: Lachung
– Gangtok (105Kms/4-5Hrs)
Driver back to Gangtok and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 11: Gangtok
– Kalimpong
(80Kms/3-4 Hrs)
Drive to Kalimpong along with the beautiful River Tista. Overnight at a guest house.
Day 12:
Kalimpong – Bagdogra – Delhi (80Kms/3-4Hrs)
Transfer to Bagdogra airport and fly to Delhi. On arrival transfer to hotel
Day 13: Depart Delhi
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