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Sporty15 days /14 nightsfrom 2130,00 EUROBudget
India (Himalayas) — Sikkim, Sacred Mountains
Hike up to 4950 m / 16240 ft and be amazed by Kangchenjunga (third highest mountain in the world). Get in touch with Buddhist culture and enjoy the magnolia and rhododendrons forest hikes.
An unique goal: hike up to the incredible belvedere that allow us to face the third highest mountain in the world, the Kangchenjunga (8585 m)! This majestic view of the sacred peak, located in India/Nepal border, is possible from Goecha La (4950 m / 16240 ft) in Sikkim, Himalaya, the Buddhist Indian state. It is an altitude trekking, with acclimatization, for true high mountain ambiance lovers, with the singularity of walking through magnolia and rhododendrons forest until about 4000 m / 13120 ft high.
Daily Itinerary
New Delhi
Meeting point in New Delhi. Transfer from the airport to your Hotel. Free day to visit New Delhi.
Lodging: Hotel in New Delhi
New Delhi - Bagdogra - Darjeeling
Morning transfer to the domestic flights airport. Flight from Delhi to Bagdogra. Transfer from Bagdogra airport to Darjeeling.
Lodging: The Elgin Hotel
Darjeeling
Free day to visit the city and the local Buddhist temple. You can also have the pleasure to ride an historical train, visit the local museum or visit a tea plantation.
Lodging: The Elgin Hotel
Darjeeling - Yuksom
Morning transfer to Yuksom (150 km / 93 mi | 4-6 h). Yuksom (1800 m / 5905 ft) was the first capital of Sikkim, established in 1642 AD by its first king, Phuntsog Namgyal. On the way to Yuksom, we will have the chance to appreciate the landscape and stop for lunch.
Lodging: Yuksom Residency
Yuksom | Tsokha
This is your first day of trekking, covering the distance between Yuksom and Tsokha (2900 m / 9514 ft).
Lodging: Private hut at Tsokha
Tsokha | Phetang
Trekking from Tsokha to Phetang (3600 m / 11810 ft).
Lodging: Tents at Phetang
Phetang | Dzongri
Starting in Phetang will go all way up to 3950 m / 12960 ft in Dzongri.
Lodging: Camping site with tents at Dzongri
Dzongri | ThangShing
Early in the morning you can go for an optional trek to Dzongri Top (4350 m / 14270 ft), from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view. After the optional trek, ou will go to ThangShing (3950 m / 12960 ft).
Lodging: Tents at ThangShing
ThangShing | Lamini
Trekking from ThangShing to Samiti area (Lamini - 4270 m / 14000 ft).
Lodging: Tents at Lamini
Lamini | Goecha La | ThangShing
Trekking from Lamini to Goecha La (4950 m / 16240 ft), where you can face the great Kangchenjunga with its 8585 m / 28166 ft. From Goecha La, you will start your trek back to Thangshing (3950 m / 12960 ft).
Lodging: Tents at Thangshing
ThangShing | Tsokha
Trekking from Thangshing all the away down to Tsokha (2900 m / 9515 ft), passing by Kokchurang and Phetang.
Lodging: Private hut at Tsokha
Tsokha | Yuksom - Pelling
Trekking from Tsokha to Yuksom (1800 m / 5905 ft). Transfer to Pelling (2 h).
Lodging: The Elgin Mount Pandim Hotel
Pelling - Gangtok
Pelling's serene environment and picturesque setting is perfect for nice nature walks and small treks. Your stay is brief but will give you the time to visit Pemayangtse Monastery. The Monastery is located in the top of the hill, less than a kilometer from Pelling (1860 m / 6100 ft. It is one of the oldest monasteries of the State. It was originally established by Lhatsun Chempo, one of the revered Lamas to have performed the consecration ceremony of the first Chogyal (Monarch) of Sikkim. The Monastery, located at an altitude of 2084 m / 6840 ft, commands a magnificent panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, the surrounding hills and the countryside. Transfer to Gangtok (5h).
Lodging: The Elgin Nor-Khill Hotel
Gangtok - New Delhi
Morning transfer to Bagdora airport. Flight from Bagdora to New Delhi. Rest of the day free to visit Delhi.
Lodging: Hotel in New Delhi
Departure
Transfer to the airport. Flight departure.
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Sikkim, Sacred Mountains
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