The localities of the northern region of the Sikkim are the paramount tourist destinations when it comes to the hill stations in India. Lies stealthily amidst the hilly terrain of the eastern Himalayan mountain range, the small towns like Lachen, Lachung, Pelling, etc. are known for the mesmerizing beauty of Nature. The picturesque and serene surroundings with the quaint monasteries, traditionally built village houses and the innocent residents will let you believe that you have arrived in some kind of paradise. The incomparable beauty of the land and serenity of the monasteries will touch your inner soul and rejuvenate your mind and body.
With our 7 nights/ 8 days of North Sikkim Pelling Tour, you will get the ample time to explore the delightful and heavenly surroundings of the North Sikkim including the beautiful city of Pelling, an eastern Sikkim city which has emerged as an ultimate tourist destination. The tour commences from the capital city of Gangtok and exploring all the serene and exotic tourist destinations of the North Sikkim, you will visit the Pelling. After the local sights seeing and having the memorable stay at Pelling, you will return to the NJP/Bagdogra Airport to leave for your home with the beautiful and thrilling holiday experience of the hilly destinations of Sikkim.
Welcome on arrival at NJP Railway station / IXB Airport and meet our local representative who will assist you to board the vehicle and transfer to Gangtok. On arrival check-in to the tourist class hotel and enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Tonight, enjoy local/ Indian dinner at the hotel.
After taking breakfast at the hotel, get set for a full day of spectacular natural beauty. We will start an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 Ft) and Baba Mandir (13,200 Ft) which is 55 Kms away from Gangtok. After visiting these two places come back hotel and overnight stay in Gangtok.
Morning we drive to Lachen (9,400 ft, 118 km) after having breakfast at the hotel. On the way visit Seven Sister Waterfalls. Lunch will be offered at a local restaurant on the way. Check in at Hotel in the late afternoon. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Morning drive towards Gurudongmar Lake (17,000ft) only Indian National is allowed. Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest situated lakes in North Sikkim. Remember the altitude here may cause breathing problem. Back to hotel & leave for Lachung, overnight stay at Lachung.
After breakfast proceed to Yumthang Valley which is Known as Valley of Flowers (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ hours one way). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to hotel & leave for Gangtok, overnight stay at Gangtok.
This morning after breakfast at the hotel we head towards Pelling (6,100 ft.). On reaching the destination; check-in to your pre-booked hotel and rest of the leisure & walk village area. Stay at hotel in Pelling.
Pelling Local sightseeing (Full Day) - After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sight Seeing. The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring. Places of visit are Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kechopalri Lake, it is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true - Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of leaves, Kechopalri Monastery, Kanchenjunga water Falls, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse ruins, the scenic view from the top of the ruin to the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be cherished – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center - Over Night stay at Pelling.
After breakfast leave Pelling for NJP/Bagdogra Airport to catch your flight/train and return home with sweet memories of the tour.
Payments:
For the services contracted, full advance payment should be made to hold the booking on a confirmed basis and the balance amount can be paid either before your departure from your city in INDIA but definitely before the commencement of the services. We hold the right to decide upon the amount to be paid as an advance payment, based on the nature of services and the time left for the commencement of the services.
Apart from the above in some cases like special train journeys, hotel or resort bookings during the peak season (Durga Puja, Diwali, X-Mas, New Year and any other festival) full payment is required to be sent in advance.
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Policy Regarding Cancellation / No Show / Early Departure:
In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason/s we must be informed in writing. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive letter in writing and cancellation charges would be as follows: -
In case of special train journey and peak season hotel bookings a separate cancellation policy is applicable (which would be advised as and when required).
In case you cancel the trip after commencement refund would be restricted to a limited amount that too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation and missed meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.
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In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel.
Refund:
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