Set Your Travel Compass to the East Sikkim - Old Silk Route Tour

The appearance of your outdoor adventure should be good in 2021. Once your plan is fixed in a snow-capped mountain, don’t try to change your navigation. Capturing your spiritual connection through its wilderness. Have you felt the top of the world at any time? No, then come to East Sikkim – Old Silk Route. From solo trip maker to family trip planner everyone finds it’s sheer beauty when they enter into the valley of Rhododendron at Zuluk. We believe, every mountain step is a symbol of spiritual exercise. Sikkim mountains are just the dormant power of mother nature. These GREENERIES will definitely feel your sole. We just cannot explain through words that there are some magical connections with heaven in the mountain which is respectively inspiring. In every Hindu mythological story, mountains are honored like a gateway of mighty heaven. Most of the deities make their long life in this ancient top. Thus, Sikkim is a prominent example of Mountains & Spirituality. From India to the worldwide mountains are the symbol of sacred like Kailash in favor of Lord Shiva. Leave the garbage of your daily life and make your soul fill with Sikkimese spiritualism. This culture is a mixture of Buddhist enlightenment with Hindu thoughts. Sikkimese people are worshiping Mount Kanchanjungha as this is the finest attraction to the tourists. For this partial part of the Himalaya, numerous tourists are opening their travel stories from Sikkim. Enjoy Snowfall on Your Budget – Old Silk Route Tour Package Those who wants to explore the unexplored part of valiant Himalaya, Old Silk Route Tour Packages is the sampling option for this magnificent curiousness. Witnessing the ancient part of East Sikkim with enormous British architecture which is known as 95 Turns Road at ‘Zuluk’. More than hundred off beat destinations are developed to enjoy the nature in top of the hill. Most of the tourists are coming to enjoy at lap of Himalayas only for Mighty Mountain Kanchenjungha . Looking for its greeneries & ultimate fresh nature which is incomparable. Silk Route Snowfall Time is from mid of December to March first week. So, most of the bengali tourists are making old silk route plan in this period. Temperature in this season stays between -5 degrees Celsius to 7 degrees.

Best time for Silk Route Plan

During August and September, Zuluk is drenched is a riot of colours of wild flowers. The whole region is covered in various wild flowers. From January to April Zuluk is covered in snow. The rainy season of May to July is usually foggy but the rest of the year it has nice sparkling weather.

Old Silk Route Tour Plan with North Sikkim

Day 1 – NJP to Sillery or Ramdhura

Meet & greet on arrival at NJP / IXB and drive for 4 HRS to Sillery,a god gifted Jem in Darjeeling hill overlooking 180 degrees Mt Kanchenjunga from your cottage.You can also do a soft trek to near by Pine Forest Village.Enjoy the breathtaking Sunset on Mt Kanchenjunga from your room. This place is the primary attraction for Silk Route Package Tour. Overnight in Sillery Gaon.

Day 2 – Sillery to Mankhim or Aritar

After breakfast starts for Mankhim,just beside of Lampokhri Lake.This lake is the highest lake with boating facility in Sikkim. Enjoy the boating in the Post Lunch session. Enroute Sightseeing to Mankhim Temple, Mankhim View Point, Aritar Monastery and Aritar Dakbunglow. Overnight in Mankhim.

Day 3 – Mankhim to Zuluk or Padamchen

After breakfast, start the journey from Mankhim towards Zuluk via Lingtum , Padamchen , Kheukhela falls , Enjoy the Sunset from Zuluk.Most of the silk route tour operators are focusing on this Dzuluk area. Overnight in Zuluk.

Day 4 – Zuluk to Gangtok

After Breakfast, start for seightseeing covering Nathang valley, Kalapokhri, Laxman Chawk, Mamecho Lake view point , old baba mandir, Lungthung,Thambi View point , 95 Zig Zag Roads and finally reach to Upper Zuluk . and enjoy the serenity and beauty of Zuluk , the hidden paradise on earth . On evening finally reach at Gangtok.

Overnight in Gangtok.

Day 5 – Gangtok to Lachen (130 Kms / 06 hrs)

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from hotel at Gangtok at about 10 a.m. towards Lachen via NH 31A. On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful locations like

Tashi View Point – Tashi View Point, built by Tashi Namgyal, offering a panoramis view of Mt Khang-chen- Dzonga

Kabi Lungstok – Also known as the Thimphu Chorten, The Memorial Chorten (a stupa dedicated to world peace and prosperity in 1974 in memory of the Third King of Bhutan).Kabi Lungstok, a historic place, located on North Sikkim Highway. This is the

where a treaty between Lepcha Chief Te-Kung- Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-BumSar was signed.

Seven Sister Waterfalls – Seven Sister Waterfalls, The name is given to this waterfall as it makes its descent in seven stages. To facilitate the tourists to savour the pristine beauty and to be with nature, Tourism Department has set up a waiting shed and cafeteria.Naga Waterfalls, the confluence of Lachen-Chu and Lachung- Chu at Chungthang .Mostly perennial in nature, waterfalls are aplenty in this region, Bhim Nala & the Twin Waterfalls are two others one comes across en route to North Sikkim. And the gorgeous Teesta follows you all the way.

Lunch will be served at Namok. You are likely to reach Lachen around evening.

Overnight in Lachen.

Day 6 – Gurudongmar Excursion (5450 M/70 kms/03 hrs) and towards Lachung

Gurudongmar Lake – one of the most sacred lakes believed by the Buddhists and Hindus alike. The beautiful and awe inspiring lake remains milky in colour throughout the year. According to a legend, since the lake used to remain frozen most of the year, it was not possible to use its water for drinking purposes. When the Guru Padmasambhava passed by, while returning from Tibet, the local residents are reported to have approached him for providing source of water.The Guru obliged. A portion of the lake touched by him does not freeze in extreme winter. Since water of the lake is considered sacred, visitors carry the ‘blessed’ water in bottles.

Overnight in Lachung..

Day 7 – Lachung to Gangtok (Yumthang Valley Excursion )

After breakfast, excursion to Yumthang Valley, the valley full of Snow in winter and Rhododendron during the month of May (11800ft/1.5Hrs), is the main attraction around. You can also visit Zero Point ( At extra Cost subject to Permit and Road Condition ) .Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary Spread over 43 sq km through which flows the Yumthang river,it adjoins Lachung and Yumthang. The Sanctuary which is known for its abundance of Rhododendron shrubs and trees is rich in ground flora and other vegetation as well.

Over night in Gangtok.

Day 8 -Gangtok to Pelling, 4hrs

Check out from Gangtok and drive to Pelling via

Temi Tea Garden sprawling on a natural hill slope originating from the Tendong Hill is the only tea garden in Sikkim.Temi tea is ranked among the finest in international

markets. Route you will cross Ravangla, a small township at the base of Maenam Hills and a popular tourist destination. On arrival check in at Hotel. Evening is free for leisure

Overnight at Pelling.

Day 9 –Pelling Sightseeing

In the morning visit to

Rimbi Waterfalls, About 12kms away from Pelling and about 5kms further down from Darap village is Rimbi River Bank which falls on the way to Khecheopalri and Yuksam where the main attractions are the river, water falls.

Sewaro Rock Garden, developed by the tourism department of Sikkim, richly maintained with rocks, gardens, pools, zigzag foot paths and interesting recreation amenities like swimming yard, viewpoints and cafeteria.

Khecheopalri Lake the holy lake surrounded by dense forests is held sacred by Hindus and Buddhists alike.

Kanchenjunga Water Falls, an hour-long drive from Pelling, is a must see natural beauty.

After lunch go for visits to

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.

Overnight stay in Pelling.

Day 10 – Cherish your memories

After breakfast, check out and drive to NJP / Bagdogra for return journey, and cherish your holiday forever.

Package Includes in Silk Route Tour Plan:

Accommodation in the listed Hotels. All transfers in an exclusive non-ac vehicle. All permits and applicable taxes. Professional Assistance of a Manager with strong geographical and operational knowledge on a pro-active services on 24X7 basis.

Package Excludes in Silk Route Tour Plan:

All items which are not included in inclusion list. Sunrise from Lungthung Room Heater at Zuluk and Nathang. On the Way to Zuluk at Nimachen, Govt of Sikkim will charge you Rs 110/- Per head. Syndicate Charge at Siliguri i.e Rs 300/- Train & Air Fare. Laundry, Tips, phone call,Porter or any such personal expense. Changu Lake & New Baba Mandir. (Depend On Weather Condition)

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