6-Day Sikkim Old Silk Route Homestay Tour through Offbeat Villages

6 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Travel through Sikkim's Old Silk Route, part of the ancient trade corridor that once stretched from Lhasa to the port of Tamluk in West Bengal via the Chumbi Va...

Duration: 6 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Budget · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong · Languages: English

Know before you go: Hotel rooms are subject to availability.; The order of the itinerary is subject to change without prior notice, according to weather conditions, political problems, or other circumstances.; Amendments to services, number of heads, dates, or group size can have an impact on the quotation and will have to be revised accordingly.; An additional mattress or a rollaway bed will be provided for the third person sharing the room. It may vary as per hotels.; Children aged 10 years and above are treated as full adults.; No extra food will be provided for a complimentary child.; Airfare is subject to availability. Any increase in airfare will be borne by the traveler.; $ROE rate (Rate of Exchange) will be applicable as per the present market rate. Any increase in the currency exchange rate prior to departure will be borne by the traveler.; Visa cost is as per embassy rates and may change.; A midnight surcharge will apply for departures and arrivals between 2300 hrs and 0700 hrs.; For documents required for a visa, kindly follow the details in the itinerary.; For international trips, kindly follow our itinerary and be punctual during the tour.; If the tour is extended due to any emergency circumstances, the extra cost will be borne by the guest.; Any changes in transportation during the tour will result in extra cost to be borne by the guest.; For delays in arrival or departure of flight, train, or bus timings, an extra charge of Rs. 500 for domestic and USD 30 for international will be applicable per hour.; Transportation service is on a point-to-point basis and not at disposal.; All travellers have to follow the day-wise itinerary, which will not change while travelling.; Kindly verify all the details with your coordinator before travel.; If there is any difficulty or technical problem during the tour, kindly cooperate with us to recover the situation.; Some sightseeing depends on government permits. Each guest should carry their government identity card (original and xerox both) along with passport-size photographs at the time of travel.

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What's Included

05 breakfast + 05 lunch + 05 dinner
05 nights accommodation in double sharing (homestay type)
Pick-up and drop at NJP/Bagdogra
Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
All transfers and sightseeing by exclusive private vehicle (Alto / WagonR) on a point-to-point service basis
Permit cost
Tour assistance
GST

Not Included

Airfare / train fare
Room incidentals
Early check-in and late checkout
Any other food
Tipping or gratuities to guide/driver
Any riding / personal activity charges
Beverages during mealtime
All entrance fees wherever applicable
Camera and video permits

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival and Transfer to Sillery Gaon

Arrival at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, followed by a transfer to Sillery Gaon. Our representative will receive the guest at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and assist with the onward journey to Sillery Gaon, situated at an altitude of 6,000 ft. The locals lovingly call it New Darjeeling. Sillery Gaon is a village of no more than 24 families, set in the middle of a jungle. This place is proclaimed as the New Darjeeling because of its beautiful view of the Kanchendzonga. Its serene atmosphere is an invitation to escape the hum and din of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Sillery Gaon.
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Day 02

Journey from Sillerygaon to Aritar

After breakfast, proceed to Aritar. Aritar, in the East Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim, is known for its natural and landscaped beauty, as well as its lush forests, mountains, and rivers. The nearby Aritar Lake Ghati-Tso is one of its attractions. Aritar, under the Rongli subdivision of East Sikkim, is a tiny village situated in the Himalayas. Lampokhari Lake, emerald forests, sweeping hills with deep gorges and occasional waterfalls, mountain slopes strewn with terrace farming, and the mighty panoramic view of the Khangchendzonga range cast an indelible imprint on the traveller's mind, never to be effaced with time. Overnight stay at Aritar.
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Day 03

Aritar to Zuluk on the Old Silk Route

After breakfast, proceed to Zuluk. Before departure, all permit formalities have to be completed. Zuluk is a relatively new offbeat destination in Sikkim and has a primitive charm. The emerald forests, sweeping hills with deep gorges and occasional waterfalls, and mountain slopes strewn with terrace farming create a memorable landscape. Overall, the panoramic view of the mighty Khangchendzonga range casts an indelible imprint on the traveller's mind, never to be effaced with time. Zuluk, or Duluk, is situated at an altitude of 10,000 ft above sea level and is perched on the rugged terrain of the lower Himalayas in East Sikkim. It is a hamlet close to the Indo-China border and is located on the famous Old Silk Route. The evening is free for individual activity and leisure. Overnight stay at Zuluk.
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Day 04

High-Altitude Drive from Zuluk to Nathang

This drive is subject to road ice and weather conditions. After an early morning breakfast, travel from Zuluk to Lungthung, Nathang Valley, and Kupup. The drive takes you to a higher altitude, with a stop at Rongli for permit and documentation. Travel onward to Thambi View Point at 11,000 feet. Next is Lungthung at about 13,000 feet, followed by Gnathang Valley, Tukla Valley at 12,500 feet, Jelepla Pass View, and finally Kupup Lake. The Yak Golf Course, the highest in the world at 13,025 feet, is also part of the route. The evening is free for individual activity and leisure. Overnight stay at Nathang.
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Day 05

Nathang to the Riverside Village of Reshikhola

After breakfast, start for Reshikhola. Reshikhola is a riverside destination just 37 km from Kalimpong and very near Pedong. The little village of Reshikhola received its name from the Reshi River, which runs along this small place. Overnight stay at Reshikhola.
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Day 06

Departure to Bagdogra or NJP

After an early morning breakfast, drive to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP), or Siliguri via Rangpo. The drive will be via Rangpo and Chitrey. On the way, there may be a stop at Coronation Bridge for photography, if time permits. Proceed onward to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP). The drive will take approximately 4 to 5 hours.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: New Jalpaiguri Junction, Ward 35, Nayapara, Siliguri, West Bengal, India · Tour start: Airport Road, Bagdogra, Siliguri, West Bengal 734421, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.