Day 01 Your location to Gangtok Home to hills dolled up in green, valleys dotted with beautiful flowers, manicured tea gardens and captivating hills, Gangtok is certainly a paradise for the Travelers. Spend a perfect holiday in Gangtok with this package which commences upon arrival at the airport. Meet the driver at the airport and embark on 125 kilometres (5 hours) long ride to reach Gangtok. Upon arrival, check-in at the comfortable hotel room for a relaxing overnight stay. Day 02-Gangtok - Changu Lake Excursion - Gangtok In the morning, head out on an excursion to witness the gems of Sikkim. You will be first visiting the Changu or Tsomgo Lake which is barely 35 kilometres from Gangtok. The stunning view of the crystal clear lake amidst the snowy summits is a sight to behold. Next, visit Baba Mandir after traveling for 18 kilometres cutting and running through the snow-capped mountains. Baba Mandir is a memorial commemorated to the brave Sepoy of Indian Army who lost his life around 30 years back in this region. Having explored the iconic attractions, you can return to the hotel for an overnight stay. Day 03- Gangtok - Pelling (127 km / 5 hours) Begin your day in the comfortable room and embark on a sightseeing tour of Gangtok. Visit the famous Rumtek Monastery, one of the largest monastery in Sikkim. Built somewhere in the 12th century, it is known for its architecture that bears a strong resemblance to the original one in Tsurphu, Tibet. Thereafter attend the famous Flower Show, an absolute treat to eyes. Next, make way to Do Drul Chorten, a dome-shaped Buddhist shrine. Built in 1945, Do Drul Chorten is known for its 108 prayer wheels and gold plated tower on the top of the Chorten. Thereafter, visit Institute of Tibetology which features a library and museum with a rare collection of statues, coins, thangkas Tibetan artwork, etc. Head to the Cottage Industry from where you could pick handloom products like bags and some traditional dresses. See the breath-taking Bakthang Falls cascading down into a pool. Further adding to its beauty is the mesmerizing scenic vistas of the mighty Himalayas at the background. You would also visit the Gangtok Ropeway. Take a ropeway ride (own expense) and see the panoramic view of the landscape below. Having explored the famous attractions of Gangtok, head towards Pelling, for a relaxing overnight stay. Day 04 -Pelling Sightseeing Today, you have the entire day to explore the wonders of Pelling. Start your trip by visiting the Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. Believed to be three hundred years old, the monastery features beautiful sculptures and paintings with an ancient scroll of Padmasambhava’s eight incarnations. Next, proceed to Rabdentse Ruins where you can see a stone throne, which comprises of 3 standing stones, called Namphogang. After visiting Rabdentse Ruins, head to the Rambi Waterfall and then to Darap Village which is a tiny hamlet of the Limboo community and many other small families like Bhutias, Chettris, Tamangs, Rais, Gurungs and Lepcha. With the background of the beautiful hills, Darpa Village boasts of solitary places, far away from the urban cacophony. Thereafter, visit Khecheopalri Lake, one of the largest and biggest lakes in Sikkim. Most magical part of the lake is that despite its location amidst the forest, the surface of the lake remains clean. If any leave falls, the birds quickly pick it up. Before heading to the hotel, you will be also visiting Kanchenjunga Fall and Rock Garden. As the day comes to an end, return to the comfortable hotel for a relaxing overnight stay. Day 05 - Pelling to your place Since today is going to be last day of the Trip, check-out from the hotel and get transferred to your place,
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