Ten days east of the Himalayas between Darjeeling and Sikkim

Trip description

Darjeeling is well-known, its British charm and its tea plantations as far as the eye can see... The Sikkim is still unknown and that is good: few tourists, preserved authenticity, breathtaking landscapes, ancient Buddhist monasteries... If you have a little more time, the north of the state, less easily accessible, will delight the lovers of trekking and nature.

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Day 1: On the way to Darjeeling

Day 2: Darjeeling

Day 3: Darjeeling

Day 4: Namchi

Day 5: Pelling

Day 6: Yuksom

Day 7: Ravangla

Day 8: On the way to Gangtok

Day 9: Gangtok

Day 10: Kalimpong

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Day 1 : On the way to Darjeeling

Departure from Delhi or Kolkata to the Bagdogra Airport, then in a Jeep to Darjeeling. Rest and overnight stay.

Day 2 : Darjeeling

Discovery of Darjeeling (2 100 m) and its region. For a breathtaking view of Kanchenjunga (8 600 m) and snow-capped summits, go to the Aurora at Tiger Hill. On the way back, visit of the Ghoom monastery.

Day 3 : Darjeeling

A short trip on board the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a mythical steam train crossing beautiful mountain landscapes. Visit of the temple in Observatory Hill and Chowrasta. Discover a tea plantation and walk aboard the cable car.

Day 4 : Namchi

Departure early in the morning to Namchi (1 315 m). Visit of Solophok Char Vrindavan and the impressive statue of Guru Rinpoche in Samdruptse. Overnight in Namchi.

Day 5 : Pelling

Go to {1}Pelling{/1} (2 150 m), the former capital of the region has an exceptional setting, surrounded by mountains and tea plantations. The view of the Kanchengjunga is splendid. Visit of the sumptuous monastery of Pemyangtse and the ruins of the palace of Rabdentse.

Day 6 : Yuksom

Departure by jeep to small picturesque village of Yuksom (1 780 m), via the sacred lake of Khecheopalri. Overnight in Yuksom in a guesthouse.

Day 7 : Ravangla

On the way to Ravangla (2 000 m). Early stopover at the great monastery of Tashiding. Enjoy the puja and have tea with the monks. Afternoon at Buddha Park in {1}Ravangla{/1}. Overnight stay.

Day 8 : On the way to Gangtok

On the way to Gangtok (1 500 m) and on the way to discover the great monastery of Rumtek. Visit of the Institute of Tibetology and Do-Drul Chorten in Gangtok. Overnight stay.

Day 9 : Gangtok

The capital of Sikkim does not deserve a long stay, but it is pleasant to stroll along M.G. Road, the long pedestrian street, which has some interesting restaurants and shops. Visit of the Enchey Monastery and the Museum of Sikkimais Crafts. Overnight stay.

Day 10 : Kalimpong

Go to Kalimpong (1 250 m), in the state of West Bengal. Visit of the city, its monasteries and its numerous greenhouses. Overnight stay or transfer to Bagdogra Airport and flight to Delhi, or transfer to Siliguri train station to continue your journey