Pelling is a small town in the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim, at the foothills of Mount Khangchendzonga. The late-17th-century Buddhist Sanga Choling Monastery has mountain views. Pemayangtse Monastery features wall paintings, sculptures and a gold-plated statue of Guru Padsambhava. Overlooking a valley, the 17th-century Rabdentse Palace, now in ruins, still has evidence of the king’s bedroom and kitchen.
Elevation : 2, 150.00 m
YUKSOM
Yuksom is a historical town in Geyzing subdivision of West Sikkim district in the Northeast Indian state of Sikkim. It was the first capital of Sikkim established in 1642 AD by Phuntsog Namgyal who was the first Chogyal of Sikkim.
Yuksom A Land- where heaven touches the earth, the ambience creators mystery, landscape dominated by elements, silence can be observed, vision tends to travel beyond the horizon, soul starts meditating-unknowingly, mind gets rejuvenated and a land that makes you bow.
Yuksom is the gateway to Shangri-La lies in the west lies in the west district of Sikkim cradled in the lap of Mt. Khanchendzonga the 3rd highest mountain in the world & revered by the Sikkimese as the guardian deity.
Yuksom literally Means “Three lamas”. Historically in the year 1642 AD the first king of Sikkim Phuntsok Namgyal was consecrated here in the very place where the majestic Norbughang Stupa stand today.
Yuksom also serves as the starting point for the more daring adventures to trek to the valley of flowers “Dzongri” at 14,000 ft. & further to Goechala Pass at 17,000 ft.
Khechopalri lake is the first destination on the trekking route from Pelling. The route traverses through villages, cardamom fields and streams. There are Trekker’s hut for accommodation and also a dormitory in the monastery. The view of this clean lake is beautiful from all directions. Khechopalri Lake Khecheoplari Tsho is a large lake located 27 kms from Pelling and is a common tourist sightseeing point. The lake is considered to be one of the sacred lakes of Sikkim. The lake remains hidden in the rich forest cover. It is believed that birds do not permit even a single leaf to float on the Khecheoplari lake surface. The sacred lake lies in a depression surrounded by prayer flags and forested hills. By the lakeshore is the small Lepcha village of Tsojo, and about 1.5km above the lake is the Khecheoplari Gompa. Tourists and locals offer prayer at the lake and also feed the pool of fish in the lake.
The place is popular among trekkers. There is also a walking trail from Pelling to Khecheoplari (5 hours). It is possible to trek to Yuksom from Khecheoplari or those interested in spending a night or two in this place, there are a few basic accommodation in the village nearby. There is also a pilgrim’s hut meant to provide accommodations to the people who come on pilgrimage tours to Khecheoplari.
West Sikkim Package Tour Inclusions:
1. Pick–up and Drop from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport
2. Accommodation in twin sharing basis
3. All Meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner)
4. Transfer and sightseeing in Non AC Tata Sumo / Bolero / Similar
5. All transfers are from point to point basis and not at disposal
West Sikkim Package Tour Exclusions:
1. Air Fare / Train Fare
2. All meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes’
3. Expenses of personal nature
4. Any other items not mentioned in ‘Cost Includes’
Changey Falls one of the wonders of nature surging amidst the valley of Kalimpong can be found at a short distance of 14km from Lava. Changey Falls is the highest altitude fall in North Bengal and it has added charm to the beautiful hamlets nearby.
The journey toward Changey Falls is full of ups and downs since the road is not well maintained but the view during your journey can compensate for the rough road and there is a quote saying ‘It’s a rough road that leads you to the heights of greatness’ and your journey towards Changey Falls will live up to the quote. Still this place is unknown to many people but those who have been to Changey Falls they all have been awe-inspired by the view of this great 400ft waterfall.
One of the few unexplored villages in Sikkim, Darap has retained the pristine nature of its flora and fauna over the years. It is situated at an altitude of 1600 m and the temperature here ranges from -5 to 28 degrees.
This village is in the interiors of the Himalayan belt and only recently was it discovered and prepared for tourism. The local people known as Limboos have preserved their rich culture and traditions since ages and are extremely welcoming by nature. There are a lot of tourist-related activities that can be done in Darap village like trekking, traditional house visits, handicraft making, bird-watching and visiting the caves at Kanchenjunga National Park etc.
Sewaro Rock Garden, is a natural hermitage developed by the department of tourism of Sikkim and it has become one of the popular tourist attractions in Sikkim. The winding paths exploring the lush green landscape enriched with flowery fields and well-groomed trees; the chirping of the colorful birds giving a tuneful company along; and the gushing water of Teesta river enthusiastically making its way through the tough rocks, are the features that make this place a favorite picnic spot for the families especially with kids. The Sikkim department of tourism has also added few engaging amenities like swimming pools, well-stocked cafeterias as well as vantage points for stunning view of shrubby hills underneath pitch blue sky.
Khangchendzonga National Park also Kanchenjunga Biosphere Reserve is a National Park and a Biosphere reserve located in Sikkim, India. It was inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list in July 2016, becoming the first “Mixed Heritage” site of India.It was recently included in the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme.
Kaluk is the small village located in the Himalayan foothills of West Sikkim, near the West Sikkim capital of Gyalshing in North India. Kangchenjunga, the world’s third highest peak, is visible from Kaluk.
Kaluk is the small village located in the Himalayan foothills of West Sikkim, near the West Sikkim capital of Gyalshing in North India. Kangchenjunga, the world’s third highest peak, is visible from Kaluk.
Singshore Bridge, a 198 metre suspension bridge is located at a short distance of 5 km from Pelling. It is also the highest bridge of Sikkim and second highest gorge bridge in Asia. The Singshore Bridge was built 16 years ago by connecting two hills. It is situated 25 km away from Pemayangtse Monastery. The government of Sikkim is likely to set Bungee jumping activities on the bridge, soon. Close to the bridge lies the Uttarey village, which falls near the Nepal boundary or commonly called as Chia Bhanjyang.
Yuksom Sikkim – The road ends here!!!
The mighty Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan peaks stand tall for miles just beyond the village, denying any possibility for even a single road to be constructed. Situated at an altitude of 1780 meter, it is a very small and peaceful town in North West Sikkim and was the state’s first capital.
Accommodation in Pelling and Yuksam is plentiful with a variety of hotels, resorts and guest houses to suit best price for every budget.
Day -01: Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station to Pelling, 145kms in 5 Hrs :
We receive you on your arrival and drive to Pelling (Alt 7175Ft / 2150M). Check in at Hotel. Free Evening Overnight at Pelling.
Day -02: Full Day Pelling City Tour (Timing: 8.30AM to 4.30AM):
Morning walk to the ruins of the Chogyal King Palace at Rubduntse Ruins. Next local tour in Pelling with visits to Pemayangtse Monastery, Dentham valley, Tsangey Falls and Sinsore Bridge. Back to Hotel and free evening. Overnight at Pelling
Day -03 : Pelling to Yuksom, 55kms in 2hrs :
Check out from Pelling and drive to Yuksom (Alt 5650Ft / 1700M) – the former capital of Sikkim. Enroute visit Kunchenzungha Falls, Rimbi Water Falls and Khecheopalri Lake. Arrival at Yuksom and check in at Hotel. Yuksom Half day Local tour – Visit Kathok Lake and historical Norbugang Thorne. Also visit the small market and Lepcha Village in Yuksom. Free afternoon for personal activities. Overnight at Yuksom.
Day -04: Yuksom to Rabangla, 55kms in 3hr :
After breakfast we drive to Rabangla (Alt 7075Ft / 2125M) – in South Sikkim. On the way visit Tashiding Monastery and Phamrong Falls. Check in at Hotel.
Rabangla to Temi Tea Garden and Sumdruptse Excursion, Total 70kms in 5hrs – Day excursion to Temi Tea Garden – the only tea garden in Sikkim, and Sumdruptse Statue – the largest statue of Lord Buddha.
Explore Rabangla village with visits to Rayong View Point, Ralang Monastery, Kheunpheling Carpet Centre, Rangit Water World. Back to Rabangla and free evening. Overnight at Rabangla
Day -05 : Rabangla to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station, 130kms in 4.5hrs :
Check out from Rabangla and drive back to NJP/Bagdogra. Farewell and tour ends.
Day -01 : Pick up from Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station and Drive to Rabangla/Temi, reach and check-in at hotel. N/S at Rabangla.
Day -02 : Rabangla local sight-seeing , visit Chardham , Temi Tea Garden, etc. & Drive away to Pelling ; Reach & check In Hotel. N/S at Pelling.
Day -03 : Pelling local sight-seeing ; visit Kanchanjangha Falls, Khechupalri Lake, Rimbi Falls, etc. N/S at Pelling.
Day -04 : Drive away to Kaluk, Reach & check-in hotel. N/S at Kaluk.
Day -05 : Local sight-seeing at Kaluk, N/S at Kaluk.
Day -06 : Transfer to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway station.
DAY -01 : NJP/BAGDOGRA TO OKHREY/HILLEY (2743 MTR/6 HRS DRIVE) :
You will be picked up from Bagdogra and driven to Okhrey/Hilley through the breathtaking beauty of South-western Sikkim.On arrival, check in to hotel. Overnight at Okhrey.
DAY -02 : OKHREY TO VARSEY EXCURSION (4 KM, 2 HRS TREK, 3048 MTR) :
In the morning start for an excursion to Varsey. It’s a one hour drive and from Hilley, a two hour trek to Varsey. It is a small hamlet on the route to Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary. Overnight at Okhrey.
DAY -03 : OKHREY TO KALUK-RINCHENPONG (1524 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE) :
Kaluk is the buffer zone area of the famous Varsey Rhododendron sanctuary. The area is gifted with biological diversity and is a paradise for nature lovers. The area enjoys spectacular view of snow-capped mountains.On arrival, check in to hotel and start for visits to:British Bungalow, a colonial bungalow at the cliff of a mountain with a breathtaking view of the mountains. Rabindranath Tagore used to come to this bunglow and stay to rest and write.
Rinchenpong monastery, which houses a rare idol of Buddha.Overnight at Kaluk.
DAY -04 : KALUK- RINCHENPONG TO HEE-BARMIYOK (2316 MTR/1.5 HRS DRIVE) :
With the gleaming Khangchendzonga as the backdrop, Hee-Bermiock is a tiny hamlet nestled in West Sikkim. Perfect destination for those in search of natural beauty and quiet holidays, bound by Kalez Khola in the North, Hee Khola in the West, Rangit and Rangsang Khola in the East and Samdong Reserve Forest and Hee Patal in the South, Hee Bermiok offers a beautiful and natural blend of cultural, linguistic and ethnic diversity.Overnight at Hee.
DAY -05 : HEE-BARMIYOK TO UTTAREY (2316 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE) :
Set amidst pristine ambience, an ideal home for quiet holiday seekers, nature lovers and bird watchers with rewarding walks, trekking trails, day hiking, nature camping and panoramic view, Uttarey is the gateway to Sikkim Singalila range and Khanchendzonga range located at the base of Singalila peak, Phoktey Dara and Noopdichenphu.Overnight at Uttarey.
DAY -06 : UTTAREY TO PELLING (2194 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE) :
In the morning, check out and start for Pelling. Enroute visit Pemayangtse Monastery, constructed in 17th century, this headquarters of the Nyingma sect nestles on an altitude of 2085 mtrs and is surrounded by snow-clad mountains.
Rabdentse Ruins, located near the Pemayangtse Monastery, this was the second capital of the Sikkim Royalty after Yuksom. The ruins of the city commands a panoramic view of Khangchendzonga and the valley.
Check in on arrival and have the evening to yourselves to relish the quietude of the Himalayas.Overnight stay in Pelling.
DAY -07 : PELLING TO YUKSOM (1780 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE) :
The village Yuksom offer plenty of opportunity for relishing the history of Sikkim. It is the adventure base camp for Dzongri- Goechala trekking, and offer an ever-magical view of the Khangchendzonga.On arrival check in and relax in the magical surroundings.Overnight at Yuksom.
DAY -08 : YUKSOM TO BORONG (2133 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE) :
It is a tourist basecamp for trekkers to Maenam hill. Looming views of the Himalayas and a diverse avifauna is the specialty of Borong.In fact, passionate birdwatchers may visit the Maenam Bird Sanctuary.Overnight at Borong.
DAY -09 : BORONG TO TEMI TEA GARDEN VIA NAMCHI (1371 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE) :
In the morning check out and drive to Temi Tea Garden, the famous tea estate of sikkim spread out on a gentle hill slope originating from the Tendong hill provides a magnificient of the surrounding villages and mountain views. Check in to hotel and relax. Overnight at Temi.
DAY -10 : CHERISH YOUR MEMORIES :
You could have the morning to yourselves to stroll about in the tea garden. Later on, check out and drive to NJP / Bagdogra for return journey, and cherish your holiday forever.
Day 01 :: NJP/BAGDOGRA TO YUKSUM :
Upon arrival, meet our representative and drive to Yuksum via Jorethang. Upon arrival at Yuksum, check into the Hotel. Evening free to walk around the Village. Overnight stay at Hotel/Homestay.
Day 02 :: YUKSUM SIGHTSEEING :
Breakfast at Hotel Visit Tashiding Monastery (About 250 Yrs Old Nyingma Order of Tibaten Buddhism) Enroute Visit Phamrong Waterfalls Back to Hotel for Lunch. After Lunch, Visit Norbu ghang (Coronation throne), Karthok Holy Lake and Dubdi Monastery (Oldest Monastery of Sikkim. Evening Free to Walk around the Village. Overnight stay at Hotel/Homestay.
Day 03 :: YUKSUM TO PELLING VIA KHECHUPALRI LAKE :
Breakfast at Hotel and Checkout. Visit Khangchendzonga Waterfalls Drive to Khechupalri Holy Lake (Wish fulfilling Lake) Drive to Pelling and Check into Hotel. Evening Free to walk around the Town. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 04 :: PELLING SIGHTSEEING :
Breakfast at Hotel . Drive to Khangchendzonga waterfalls (23 kms/1 ½ hrs) Enroute see Rimbi waterfalls. Drive to Khechupalri Lake (16 kms/40 minutes from KWF) – Sacred and wish full filling lake amidst a deep and rich forest. Drive back to Pelling (28 kms/1 ½ hrs) Lunch at Hotel in Pelling. After Lunch, visit Pemayangtse monastery (Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism/310 yrs old) Visit Rabdentse palace ruins (02nd capital of Sikkim)- 30 minutes easy walk from the main road through the forest/ CC footpath. Drive back to Pelling (20 minutes) Overnight stay at Hotel/Homestay.
Day 05 :: PELLING TO UTTARAY :
Breakfast at Hotel and Checkout. Visit Changay Waterfalls Enroute Visit Singshore Bridge (2nd Highest Suspension/Gorge Bridge in Asia) Upon Arrival Check into Homestay. Evening Free to walk around the Village. Overnight stay at the Home stay.
Day 06 :: UTTARAY TO KALUK/RINCHENPONG :
Breakfast at the Home stay and Check out. Drive to Kaluk/Rinchenpong Via Dentam Valley Enroute stop by alpine Cheese factory (Manufacturer of Gouda cheese). Upon arrival, check into Hotel. Evening Free to walk around the Town. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 07 :: VILLAGE EXCURSION :
Early Morning Hike (easy/ 40 Mins) to Resum Monastery to View sunrise over Mountains. Walk back to Hotel, Breakfast at Hotel and Recess (1 hr) Hitch-Hike to Azhing Farm House (Organic Farming). Village Walk and back to Hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 08 :: DEPARTURE NJP/BAGDOGRA :
Breakfast at the Hotel and Checkout. Drive to NJP/Bagdogra Via Rangpo Teesta.
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