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Sikkim Biking Tour - April 2019 (21st - 29th)
9 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Bagdogara Airport
Pass By: Bagdogra - Darjeeling Airport Taxi 24/7, Darjeeling India
Arrive at Bagdogara and reach Siligiri, 10 km far from Airport. You will begin your tour from Siligiri to Gangtok along Teesta River and get a first sight of the Himalayas. Post check-in at hotel in Gangtok, rest for a while and explore the beautiful city. There will be a round of introduction and briefing of the entire expedition. Overnight in Gangtok
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Gangtok
Day 2: Gangtok to Aritar via - Rangpo
Pass By: Aritar Gumpa Monastery, East District, Aritar 737133 India
Post breakfast, our first day journey will be to Aritar (4600 ft) which is at the distance of 70 km via the Rangpo. Rest of the day is at leisure at Aritar and enjoy the evening at Aritar lake. Overnight in Aritar.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Aritar.
Day 3: Aritar to Changu / Tsomgo Lake via Zuluk and reach Gangtok
Pass By: Gangtok Ropeway, Syari Rd Deorali Bazar, Gangtok 737102 India
Today is an exciting day as you ride bikes on the famous Zuluk route. After morning breakfast we leave Aritar towards Tsomgo Lake. Enroute enjoy the beautiful village of Zuluk, located at a height of around 10,100 feet on the rugged terrain of the lower Himalayas. Zuluk is a hilltop and a transit point within the Silk Route. The road through Zuluk makes almost 32 hairpin turns to reach Lungthung, which makes it a unique engineering feat. On the way to Gangtok visit Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake. Overnight in Gangtok.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Gangtok.
Day 4: Gangtok to Lachen via Kabi & Mangan
Pass By: Chumathang Hot Spring, Chumathang 194201 India
Post breakfast, we roll down towards Kabi Lungchok, which is a historic site and serene destination of the northern part of the state. Kabi is popular to both visitors and to the local inhabitants of the state, who often come here to see the stone monuments erected as a living reminder to the friendship that was attained by the Bhutia and the Lepcha Chieftains. After exploring Kabi, the ride to Lachen will take you to a different surreal world. Witness the unthinkable beauty of nature in the rolling mountains, forested hills, warbling streams and scattered settlements. En route you can witness Singhik viewpoint, Seven Sisters Water Falls, Mangan and finally reach Lachen via Chumathang. Stay at Lachen
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Stay at Lachen
Day 5: Lachen to Gurudongmar Lake to Lachung
Pass By: Lachung Monastery, Lachung India
Today is undoubtedly the best Sikkim has to offer in terms of landscape and bike riding. Start extremely early this morning, and have breakfast at Thangu before you proceed for an excursion trip through the Kanchenjunga National park, to Gurudongmar Lake. No words can describe the pristine beauty you will witness this day. Situated at an elevation of 17,100 feet (5148 meters), Gurudongmar Lake rests on the northern side of the Khangchengyao Range, in a high plateau area next to the Tibetan Plateau.
The lake is very close to the Indo - Tibet border and is considered special because a part of it never freezes even in the peak of winter. We trace back the route till Chungthang and stay overnight at Lachung.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: stay overnight at Lachung.
Day 6: Lachung to Yumthang to Upper Dzongu
Pass By: Yumthang Valley, Lachung India
Our ride today starts from Lachung, situated at an altitude of 11800 feet, which is the gateway to Yumthang Valley (also known as Valley of Flowers). Lachung offers stunning landscapes of glaciers, and the majestic snow covered Himalayas. The journey between the Lachung and Yumthang Village is breathtaking and rhododendron sanctuary and sulphur spring come on the way. Riding further, we reach Zero Point (Yumesamdong) at an altitude of 15,300 feet. Zero point is where the road ends in India, before the Chinese border. After a warm cup of tea and snacks close to the India - China border, we retrace the ride back and head to the one of the most beautiful off beat villages - Dzongu. Overnight stay at Dzongu
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Dzongu
Day 7: Dzongu Exploration
Pass By: Yumthang Valley, Lachung India
Dzongu is one place in Sikkim where you can still experience the original Lepcha culture and practices. Explore the beautiful village of Upper Dzongu, pluck the freshly grown Oranges directly from the farm and spend relaxing time at the naturally bubbling hot spring pool. A day to yourself and to indulge in games and activities.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Dzongu
Day 8: Upper Dzongu to Gangtok
Pass By: Gangtok Ropeway, Syari Rd Deorali Bazar, Gangtok 737102 India
A leisure morning breakfast and then kick Start the bikes for the final lap of the tour on the way back to Gangtok. Retrace the Mangan route during today’s journey from Lingdem to Gangtok which is 70 km far. Reach Gangtok post noon and go for souvenirs shopping at MG Road for your loved ones before leaving Gangtok. Overnight in guesthouse at Gangtok
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in guesthouse at Gangtok
Day 9: Gangtok to Bagdogara Airport via Siliguri
Pass By: Bagdogra - Darjeeling Airport Taxi 24/7, Darjeeling India
After breakfast, start driving to Bagdogra Airport via Siligiri to reach your onward destination.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Arrive at Bagdogara Airport
Pass By: Bagdogra - Darjeeling Airport Taxi 24/7, Darjeeling India
Arrive at Bagdogara and reach Siligiri, 10 km far from Airport. You will begin your tour from Siligiri to Gangtok along Teesta River and get a first sight of the Himalayas. Post check-in at hotel in Gangtok, rest for a while and explore the beautiful city. There will be a round of introduction and briefing of the entire expedition. Overnight in Gangtok
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Gangtok
Day 2: Gangtok to Aritar via - Rangpo
Pass By: Aritar Gumpa Monastery, East District, Aritar 737133 India
Post breakfast, our first day journey will be to Aritar (4600 ft) which is at the distance of 70 km via the Rangpo. Rest of the day is at leisure at Aritar and enjoy the evening at Aritar lake. Overnight in Aritar.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Aritar.
Day 3: Aritar to Changu / Tsomgo Lake via Zuluk and reach Gangtok
Pass By: Gangtok Ropeway, Syari Rd Deorali Bazar, Gangtok 737102 India
Today is an exciting day as you ride bikes on the famous Zuluk route. After morning breakfast we leave Aritar towards Tsomgo Lake. Enroute enjoy the beautiful village of Zuluk, located at a height of around 10,100 feet on the rugged terrain of the lower Himalayas. Zuluk is a hilltop and a transit point within the Silk Route. The road through Zuluk makes almost 32 hairpin turns to reach Lungthung, which makes it a unique engineering feat. On the way to Gangtok visit Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake. Overnight in Gangtok.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Gangtok.
Day 4: Gangtok to Lachen via Kabi & Mangan
Pass By: Chumathang Hot Spring, Chumathang 194201 India
Post breakfast, we roll down towards Kabi Lungchok, which is a historic site and serene destination of the northern part of the state. Kabi is popular to both visitors and to the local inhabitants of the state, who often come here to see the stone monuments erected as a living reminder to the friendship that was attained by the Bhutia and the Lepcha Chieftains. After exploring Kabi, the ride to Lachen will take you to a different surreal world. Witness the unthinkable beauty of nature in the rolling mountains, forested hills, warbling streams and scattered settlements. En route you can witness Singhik viewpoint, Seven Sisters Water Falls, Mangan and finally reach Lachen via Chumathang. Stay at Lachen
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Stay at Lachen
Day 5: Lachen to Gurudongmar Lake to Lachung
Pass By: Lachung Monastery, Lachung India
Today is undoubtedly the best Sikkim has to offer in terms of landscape and bike riding. Start extremely early this morning, and have breakfast at Thangu before you proceed for an excursion trip through the Kanchenjunga National park, to Gurudongmar Lake. No words can describe the pristine beauty you will witness this day. Situated at an elevation of 17,100 feet (5148 meters), Gurudongmar Lake rests on the northern side of the Khangchengyao Range, in a high plateau area next to the Tibetan Plateau.
The lake is very close to the Indo - Tibet border and is considered special because a part of it never freezes even in the peak of winter. We trace back the route till Chungthang and stay overnight at Lachung.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: stay overnight at Lachung.
Day 6: Lachung to Yumthang to Upper Dzongu
Pass By: Yumthang Valley, Lachung India
Our ride today starts from Lachung, situated at an altitude of 11800 feet, which is the gateway to Yumthang Valley (also known as Valley of Flowers). Lachung offers stunning landscapes of glaciers, and the majestic snow covered Himalayas. The journey between the Lachung and Yumthang Village is breathtaking and rhododendron sanctuary and sulphur spring come on the way. Riding further, we reach Zero Point (Yumesamdong) at an altitude of 15,300 feet. Zero point is where the road ends in India, before the Chinese border. After a warm cup of tea and snacks close to the India - China border, we retrace the ride back and head to the one of the most beautiful off beat villages - Dzongu. Overnight stay at Dzongu
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Dzongu
Day 7: Dzongu Exploration
Pass By: Yumthang Valley, Lachung India
Dzongu is one place in Sikkim where you can still experience the original Lepcha culture and practices. Explore the beautiful village of Upper Dzongu, pluck the freshly grown Oranges directly from the farm and spend relaxing time at the naturally bubbling hot spring pool. A day to yourself and to indulge in games and activities.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Dzongu
Day 8: Upper Dzongu to Gangtok
Pass By: Gangtok Ropeway, Syari Rd Deorali Bazar, Gangtok 737102 India
A leisure morning breakfast and then kick Start the bikes for the final lap of the tour on the way back to Gangtok. Retrace the Mangan route during today’s journey from Lingdem to Gangtok which is 70 km far. Reach Gangtok post noon and go for souvenirs shopping at MG Road for your loved ones before leaving Gangtok. Overnight in guesthouse at Gangtok
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in guesthouse at Gangtok
Day 9: Gangtok to Bagdogara Airport via Siliguri
Pass By: Bagdogra - Darjeeling Airport Taxi 24/7, Darjeeling India
After breakfast, start driving to Bagdogra Airport via Siligiri to reach your onward destination.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Accommodation included: 8 nights
- Royal Enfield Bikes from Day 2 morning to 8 evening
- Stay – Guesthouse and Camping
- Breakfast & Dinner (Day 2 dinner to Day 9 breakfast)
- Utility Support vehicle & Motorbike Mechanic for the entire tour
- Inner Line Permits
Not included
- Transportation till Gangtok and back from Gangtok
- Fuel for bikes
- Helmets and riding accessories
- Lunch & Snacks / Beverages
- Items of personal nature like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips, camera fees etc
- Anything other than above mention inclusions
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Sport
45%
Cultural
40%
Original
25%
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