East India Tour, Sikkim Tour, Experiences of East India and Sikkim

Experiences of East India with Sikkim Tour

(16 Days / 14 Nights)
(Delhi - Bhubaneshwar - Konark - Puri - Kolkata - Bagdogra - Darjeeling - Pemayangtse - Gangtok - Kalimpong - Bagdogra - Delhi)

East India and Sikkim Tour - 16 Days East India and Sikkim Tour -Buddhist Tour of East India

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Sikkim Physical Features

Sikkim Feature

Mountains
Mountain Passes
Lakes
Rivers
Glaciers
Hot Springs
Waterfalls
 

Places to Visit in Sikkim

Sikkim Places

Tibetology Inst.
Phurba Chorten
The Ridge
Ganesh Tok
Tashi View Point
Changu Lake
Kechopari Lake
Yumthang
Yuksom
 

Sikkim Hotels, Hotels in Sikkim

Sikkim Hotels
New Elgin
Himalayan Heights
Newa Regency
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Hotel Nor Khill
Norbu Ghang
Silver Oaks
Cedar Inn
 

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Sikkim Triangle Tour

East India is so full of diversity which is otherwise very difficult to experience. Within its area East India encapsulates some of the most striking contrasts in the sub-continent. Darjeeling has the coniferous forests and terraced tea gardens. Calcutta, India’s largest city has become a world metropolis, In Puri one can relax at the long stretch of golden beaches. During the Experiences of East India with Sikkim tour we experience the cultural sensation of past as well as the most vivid architectural treasures of Hindu temples of East India including the most famous Surya temple of Konark and the Temples of Bhubaneshwar. Sikkim is an additional highlight of this tour. Sikkim is not only famous for Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), the third highest mountain in the world but also for a rich flora and fauna and its diverse ethnic and cultural population.

Day 01 - Day 08.
From Day 01 to Day 08 the tour itinerary remains same as the "Experiences of East India" (Tour 8). Day 08 ends in Darjeeling.

Day 09. Darjeeling - Pemayangtse (about 80 km)
Today we leave the state West Bengal and enter into
Sikkim. Sikkim is the 2nd smallest state in India. Sikkim, in the East Himalayas is sandwiched between Nepal to its W and Bhutan to the E. In the N is Tibet/China. Sikkim has so rich of flora, fauna and a diverse ethnic and cultural population as no other state in India. We drive through the forests and tea gardens and proceed to our today’s destination Pemayangtse (The perfect Sublime Lotus). We visit the headquarter of the Nyingama sect in Pemmayangtse.

Day 10. Pemayangtse - Gangtok (about 120 km)
The capital of Sikkim ‘Gangtok’ lies on a ridge overlooking the Ranipool river. Gangtok ("High Hill") lies at an altitude of 1760 m. Gangtok is surrounded by the mountains, especially from Kanchenjunga range. We visit Tsuk-la-Khang, the royal chapel which is standing on a high bridge. This is the major place of worship and has a large and impressive collection of scriptures. We also visit the institute of cottage industries which is an attraction as a wide range of local handicrafts in Lepcha style are produced here.

Day 11. Gangtok Excursion: Enchey monastery
Today we drive to the monastery of Enchey. This monastery is believed to be 200 years old. The monks of this monastery belong to the Mahayana Buddhism. After the visit of
Enchey monastery we proceed to Martham Village Resort, where we have afternoon at leisure. Here one can have nice walks or have a ride on the local horses of this area.

Pelling Gangtok
Pelling Gangtok

Day 12. Gangtok Excursion: Rumtek monastery
Today we visit the unique
Research Institute of Tibetology on a hilltop which was established in 1958 to promote research on Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism. Here we will see the biggest collection of tibetan scripts and an excellent collection of rare Tankhas, bronze and cult objects. We also visit orchid Sanctuary which is laying south of the institute. This Sanctuary contains over 450 indigenous species. Sikkim is considered paradise for orchid lovers. After the visit of sanctuary we walk through the bazaar of Gangtok through the area of old palace and visit the monastery Gylwa. The main attraction of our excursion remains today the monastery of Rumtek. Rumtek monastery was built as a true copy of a tibetan monastery in recent years. Rumtek is the headquarter of Red hat sect of tibetan lamaistic Buddhism.

Day 13. Gangtok - Kalimpong (about 70 km)
We drive today through the south of Sikkim from Gangtok to Kalimpong. Kalimpong, a remote hill station has been a meeting point of the once "three closed lands" on the trade route to Tibet. The beautiful mountain scenery and the abundance of flowers have made Kalimpong an attractive resort. The lifestyle of the local people reflect the social and religious influences of its neighbouring nations, Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. We visit the monastery Tharpa Choeling at Tripai which houses a library of tibetan manuscripts and Tankhas. It belongs to the yellow Hat sect. We drive up to Darpin Dara, the highest point in Kalimpong with superb views over the plains.

Rumtek Monastery Kalimpong
Rumtek Monastery Kalimpong

Day 14. Kalimpong - Bagdogra (about 80 km) - Delhi (by air)
We drive through the Tista Valley back to Bagdogra. In the afternoon flight from Bagdogra to
Delhi. The rest of the day at leisure.

Day 15. Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. We take a Rickshaw Ride parallel to the
Red Fort through the old city and famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes "Rajghat", the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and Jama Masjid, the great mosque of old Delhi. Today we also visit the famous “Humayun Tomb” which is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. Before we proceed to the hotel we drive through the embassy area in New Delhi where we visit the India Gate and see some impressive Government Buildings. The rest of the day at leisure (opportunity for the last shopping or enjoy a massage in the Hotel). After Dinner we leave the hotel for the Airport.

Humayuns Tomb, Delhi India Gate, Delhi
Humayuns Tomb, Delhi India Gate, Delhi

Day 16. Flight to Home
Around midnight flight to Home Destination.

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About Hotels:
We provide you the accommodation as per your budget mentioned above in the table of hotels category for any of the booked tour. Hotels provided by us are from budget to luxury class hotels. Luxury hotels are all five stars or of above standard. Deluxe would be a combination of 3 and 4 star Hotels and standard would be a combination of 2 and 3 star or similar hotels. The criteria for selecting hotels by us remains the best value of your money. We also provide you wherever possible accommodation in heritage hotels. Heritage Hotels are old Palaces, Forts and Grand mansions of Maharajas which have been later renovated and converted into Hotels. Rooms are decorated all individually. Rooms are comfortable, romantic and present the flair of olden Maharaja days
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