Pemayangtse Monastery : It is the oldest monastery of Sikkim
established by Lhatsun Chempo. It belongs to the Nyingmapa sect of
Tibetan Buddhism. It is located at hill top of 6840 ft. Originally
it was established as a high class monastery for "Pure Monks". From
the monastery one can have a panoramic view of Himalayas. It is a
monastery of wooden structure.
Rabdentse Ruins : It was the
second capital of erstwhile kingdom of Sikkim after Yuksom and till
the year 1814 A.D., the King of Sikkim had ruled the State from this
place. The scenic view from the top of the ruins scanning across deep
valley. To the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something
to be cherished and etched in memory.
Pelling : Pelling is fast growing urban settlement
situated at an altitude of 6800 ft. It offers a good view of
the entire mountain ranges and due to its locational advantages
many hotels and lodges have mushroomed in and around Pelling
offering various categories of accommodation facilities. We
arrange jeep transport from gGangtok to pelling which is a journey
of 5 hours maximum.
Sanga-Choling
Monastery : This Monastery is situated on a ridge above
Pelling and the famous Pemayangtse Monastery. Built in 1697 A.D.,
it is considered as one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. In order
to reach this Monastery, one has to be prepared to spend at least
40 minutes walking up the steep hilly slope which leads through rich
forest covers.
Khecheopalri Lake : Khecheopalri
lake is considered as one of the sacred lakes of this state
both by the Buddhist and the Hindus. The lake remains hidden
in the rich forest cover. It is believed that the birds do not
permit even a single leaf to float on the lake surface. There
is a motorable road from Pemayangtse right up to the lake area.
We arrange accomodation for those desiring to spend a night
or two at this peaceful environment.
Yuksom:
This was the first capital of Sikkim where the first chogyal
kingodm of Sikkim was coronated in 1641 AD by three learned
Lamas. The evidence of coronation is still intact at Norbugang
Chorten.
Dudbi Monastery : This monastery
was established soon after the coronation ceremony of first
Chogyal. A trek of 35 mins through step slope will take you
to this monastery. It is an ideal place for meditational recluse.
Tashiding Monastery : According
to Buddhist scripture, Guru Padma Sambhava (Guru Rimpocha) blessed
the sacred land of Sikkim in 8th century from here.
A Monastery was built there in 18th century AD. Tashiding has
a holy chorten and it is famous for 'Bhumchu' festival i.e.,
sacred water festival after every three years.
Varshay
: It is located at 10,000 ft altitude. A motorable road
connects upto Hilley and then an easy 4 km trek takes you upto Varshay
Rhododendron Sanctuary.
7
Nights / 8 Days - Sikkim Darjeeling Package
Day
01
Kolkata
arrival and transfer to train from NJP/siliguri transfer to
Darjeeling Hotel.
Day
02
Early
morning sunrise at Tiger Hill and full day sight-seeing.
Day
03
Darjeeling to Pemayangtse.
Day
04
Pemayangtse
sight-seeing and transfer to Yuksom.
Day
05
Yuksom
village walks and sight-seeing.
Day 06
Yuksom to Ravangla via Teemi tea garden.
Day
07
Ravangla to Ralang monastery, Mainam peak and back.
Day
08
Depart from Ravangla for NJP.
4
Nights / 5 Days - West Sikkim Package
Day
01
pickup from Gangtok,Njp or
Bagdogra & transfer to Pelling. Night hault.
Day
02
Explore Pelling sight seeing 8.00am to 1.00pm (First Half) - Rimbi Water Falls, Rimbi
Power Project, Kanchenzonga Water Falls & Kechopari Lake.
2.00pm to 5.30pm (Second Half) - Pemayantse Monastry or
Sanga Choling Monastry, Chongay Water Falls, Singshore Bridge
(World second highest hanging Bridge), & Dentam Valley then
drive back to Pelling for night hault.
Day
03
Pelling to Yuksum. Nighjt
hault.
Day
04
Explore yuksum sight seeing
Fambong Water Falls, Kartheke Lake, Norbu Gang Stupa, Coronation
throne, Rabdentse Ruins, Tashiding Monastry, & Dubdi Monastry.
Day
05
Yuksum to Gangtok,Ravongla,Njp
or Bagdogra as you like
