Trip Itinerary:

Day 1: Bagdogra/NJP – Gangtok (4.5 hrs)
Arrive and relax with an evening stroll on MG Marg.

Day 2: Gangtok Cultural Walk
Visit Rumtek Monastery, Do Drul Chorten, and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Attend evening chanting at Enchey Monastery.

Day 3: Gangtok – Ravangla – Pelling (5 hrs)
Drive via Buddha Park Ravangla and Temi Tea Garden, Sikkim’s only tea estate. Overnight stay in Pelling.

Day 4: Pelling Heritage Trail
Full-day exploration: Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Palace Ruins, Sewaro Rock Garden, and Kanchenjunga Waterfalls.

Day 5: Pelling – Yuksom (35 km / 2 hrs)
Travel to Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim and the starting point for the Dzongri trek. Visit Dubdi Monastery and Norbugang Coronation Throne.

Day 6: Yuksom – Tashiding – Yuksom
Day trip to Tashiding Monastery, an important pilgrimage site believed to cleanse sins. Evening bonfire at homestay.

Day 7: Yuksom Nature Walk
Leisure day for short hikes, bird watching, or organic farm visits.

Day 8: Yuksom – Gangtok (6 hrs)
Drive back to Gangtok, evening free.

Day 9: Gangtok – Bagdogra/NJP
Departure after breakfast.

Included:

• Boutique hotels & village homestays with breakfast & dinner
• Guided monastery tours and cultural interactions
• Private vehicle & English-speaking guide
• Inner Line Permits

Excluded:

• Flights/Train tickets
• Lunch and personal expenses
• Travel insurance

Travel Styles: Buddhist Heritage & Culture, Village Homestay & Slow Travel, Photography & Nature Walks

Facilities: Dedicated Vehicle, Heritage Homestays & Monastery Visits, Cultural Guides