Sikkim Dzongri Trek
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Updated - 01Apr
Book by 20Apr, and pay ONLY $2,350
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10-21May 12D Nepal & Bhutan
Grading - Easy / Moderate
Duration - 10 Days,
Trek - 4D3N
Accommodation - 7 Nights Hotel, 3 Nights Camping
About Darjeeling:
Nestled between the rolling mountains with the glistening Mt Kanchenjunga
towering over the azure sky, Darjeeling fondly called "Queen of the
Hills" provides a perfect gateway for those seeking to be in harmony with
nature. This is the land of the muscatel flavored Darjeeling tea revered by
connoisseurs across the globe. This is the land of the world heritage
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway where the century old miniature steam engine still
chugs uphill vying for space with the fast disappearing Land Rovers.
"The
one land that all men desire to see, and having seen once-by even a glimpse
would not give that glimpse for the shows of the rest of the world
combined" - Mark Twain.
"Flowers
are everywhere. The days are cold and the sun almost seems to play hide and
seek with us". - Rabindranath Tagore.
About
Sikkim:
Small but beautiful, Sikkim is situated in the eastern Himalayas. The state is
spreaded below the Mount
Khanchendzonga
(8534 mts), the third highest mountain in the world, and revered by the
Sikkimese as their protective deity. With an area of 7,300 sq kms and measuring
approx. 114 kms from the north to south and 64 kms from east to west, the
elevation ranges from 300 meters to over 8540 meters above sea level. Amidst
the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush valleys, fast flowing rivers, hills,
Sikkim offers her visitors a rare and singular experience. Within a matter of
hours one can move from the sub tropical heat of the lower valleys to the cold
of the rugged mountain slopes that reach up to the area of perpetual snow.
The modern history of Sikkim
begins from 1642 A.D. with the coronation of Phuntsog Namgyal as the first
Chogyal or king of Sikkim in a tranquil pine covered hill in Yuksom Norbugang
in West Sikkim.The Namgyals were scions of the Mi-nyak House in Kham in Eastern
Tibet. It is said that there were three brothers, chiefs of Kham Mi-nyak. A
letter dropped from heaven directed the middle brother to go south towards
Sikkim where his descendents were fated to rule. It was in Sakya that his
eldest son single-handedly raised the pillars of the Sakya monastery and earned
himself the sobriquet of 'Khye Bumsa'( the strength of a lakh of men). Khye
Bumsa also earned himself the hand of the daughter of the Sakya hierarch and
settled in Chumbi Valley, which remained, for a long time, the epicenter of the
later kingdom of Sikkim.
Bottled Water and Drinks: Every day 1000 ml of bottled water is provided by your throughout your stay in towns and boiled water during trekking. We request all our guests to use bottled/boiled
water especially when brushing teeth to make sure they stay healthy during
their stay in India. Beside bottled
water all other drinks provided includes all the drinks provided during
breakfast at your hotel. Extra soft or
hard drinks, bottled water ordered in Restaurants or at your hotel are not
included in the cost and need to be paid by the guest.
I T I N E R A R Y
10 Sep: Arrive Kolkata
Arrive Kolkata
airport. On arrival met by our
representative and transfer to Hotel.
11 Sep: Fly to Bagdogra and drive to Darjeeling.
After
breakfast, transfer to airport to board on your domestic flight to Bagdogra. On arrival meet and greet by your Odyssey
Manager and start your journey through picturesque tea gardens to the world
renowned hill station, Darjeeling. Perched on an altitude of 2134m, Darjeeling is set amidst a majestic backdrop of the great
Himalayan peak of
Kanchenjunga
12 Sep: Darjeeling
Depart
hotel at about 4am for Tiger Hill (2585m) for sun rising view and a panoramic
view of the spectacular snow-clad mountain peaks of the Himalayan Range. After
which, back to hotel for your breakfast and then visit the Himalayan Zoological
Park. The zoo serves as a breeding center for snow leopards and red pandas, as
well as a home for mountain yaks, Himalayan black bears and Siberian Tigers.
Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, located within this zoo, which
was founded in 1954 to commemorate history's first successful conquest of Mt.
Everest in 1953 by 'Darjeeling's son', Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary.
Then after, visit to the Ghoom Monastery, built in 1850 by Lama Sharb, which enshrines
a 15ft. Statue of Maitreya Buddha. Then proceed to Tibetan Refugee Center.
13 Sep: Darjeeling - Yuksum (123 kms - 6 hours)
Early morning drive to Tiger
hill (2590 mt) for the breath taking Sunrise over eastern Himalayas Mt
Kanchenzonga and Mt Everest. Visit oldest Yigacholing Monastery built in 1857,
belonging to the Gelukpa sect has the beautiful statue of Maitera (the future
Buddha). After lunch drive to
Yuksum. The base of our trek. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel Tashigang.
14 Sep: Yuksum - Tsokha (3000 mts) 14 km, 6-7 hour
Today we start trek to the
small Tibetan settlement known as Tshoka through the trail passing through the
forest of Rhododendrons, magnolias and oaks. There are a number of suspension
bridges and streams of crystal clear water. After the last bridge is crossed a
comparatively steep climb of 60 minute brings us to the campsite for the day.
Over night at Tshoka .
15 Sep:
Tshoka - Dzongri (4000m)
10 km, 5-6 hours
After breakfast, trek to
Dzongri through one of the most beautiful Rhododendron forest in the Himalayas.
There are different varieties of Rhododendrons, ranging from the Rhododendron
Grande to The rhododendron Nivale. After lunch ascend to Deorali top from where
the mountains can be seen at a closer range. The trail from here is flat and a
little descending till Dzongri. Overnight camp at Dzongri.
16 Sep:
Dzongri
Dzonri offers the picture
perfect spectacular views surrounded by snow capped mountains with towering
Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world and the guardian deity of
Sikkim. Very early morning climb to Dzongri top ( 4270 Mt) to watch the
stunning panoramic view of Sunrise on Mt. Kanchenjunga and its surrounding
peaks like Kabru (7353 m), Ratong (6678 m), Kanchenjunga (8534 m),
Koktang (6147 m), Pandim (6691 m) and Narsing (5825 m). On the West the
Singalila Range , which separates India from Nepal can be viewed. Interestingly
Dzongri top is higher than most of the peaks of Alps. From the top awesome
presence of Kanchenjunga massif and other renowned peaks are simply
mesmerizing. Spend the day just by watching the beauty and enjoy the serenity.
17 Sep:
Dzongri – Tshoka (10 kms / 4-5 hrs)
After breakfast, trek back to
Tshoka (3000 m). Hot lunch or pack lunch on the way to Tshoka. Over night stay
at Tshoka.
18 Sep:
Tshoka - Yuksom (14 kms / 5-6 hours)
After breakfast early morning
trek to Yuksom. On arrival transfer to Hotel.
Free evening to walk around the town or relax at your hotel.
19 Sep: Yuksom – Kalimpong by car (110 km, 4 hours)
After breakfast, we drive to Kalimpong (1,780m),. On arrival check
in your hotel and Visit Tharpa Choling Monastery and famous Pradhan Nurseries
where great varieties of cactus, orchids and other exotic plants can be found
here.
20 Sep: Kalimpong – Bagdogra – Kolkata – Fly Home
After
breakfast, drive to Bagdogra. On arrival
transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Kolkata. On arrival visit around Kolkata for last
minute shopping and own activities. If
time permit we shall be visiting Victoria Memorial. After dinner transfer to International
airport to board on your scheduled flight to Singapore.
HOTELS ENVISAGED
Kolkatta :
Pride Hotel
Darjeeing : Hotel
Seven Seventeen / Hotel Dekling
Yuksom :
Hotel Tashigang
Kalimpong : Holumba
Haven
PRICE Per Person :
$2,420 (Twin Sharing)
Cost Includes :
1. Singapore - Kolkata International Return, ,Kolkata - Bagdogra Return
2.
Airport transfers and all transport costs in chartered transport
from airport to airport including transport for all sightseeing as indicated in
itinerary.
3.
Accommodation in Hotels as indicated in the itinerary with all
meals.
4.
All entrance charges as per the itinerary above.
5.
All trekking arrangement including Kanchenjunga
National Park fees, trekking hut and camping fees, carriage of up to 20 kg
baggage of per trekker with all meals during Goechela Trek
6.
English speaking Guide from Bagdogra Airport to Bagdogra airport.
7. All airport taxes, fuel surcharges
8. India Visa
Cost
Excludes :
1. All expenses of
personal nature like drinks, tips, telephone calls etc.
2.
Medical
and evacuation expenses and any other expenses paid due to any change in
itinerary.
Please contact Olevia Cheong (Organiser)
Email - olevia@gmail.com
Mobile - (+65) 8112 8393
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