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DAY 1 - NJP/BAGDOGRA TO OKHREY/HILLEY (2743 MTR/6 HRS DRIVE)

You will be picked up from Bagdogra and driven to Okhrey/Hilley through the breathtaking beauty of South-western Sikkim.On arrival, check in to the hotel.

Overnight at Okhrey.

DAY 2 - OKHREY TO VARSEY EXCURSION (4 KM, 2 HRS TREK, 3048 MTR)

In the morning start for an excursion to Varsey. It is a one hour drive and from Hilley, a two-hour trek to Varsey. It is a small hamlet on the route to Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary.

Overnight at Okhrey.

DAY 3 -OKHREY TO KALUK-RINCHENPONG (1524 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE)

Kaluk is the buffer zone area of the famous Varsey Rhododendron sanctuary. The area is gifted with biological diversity and is a paradise for nature lovers. The area enjoys a spectacular view of snow-capped mountains.

On arrival, check in to the hotel and start for visits to:

British Bungalow, a colonial bungalow at the cliff of a mountain with a breathtaking view of the mountains. Rabindranath Tagore used to come to this bungalow and stay to rest and write.

Rinchenpong Monastery, which houses a rare idol of Buddha.

Overnight at Kaluk.

DAY 4 -KALUK- RINCHENPONG TO HEE-BARMIYOK (2316 MTR/1.5 HRS DRIVE)

With the gleaming Khangchendzonga as the backdrop, Hee-Bermiock is a tiny hamlet nestled in West Sikkim. Perfect destination for those in search of natural beauty and quiet holidays, bound by Kalez Khola in the North, Hee Khola in the West, Rangit and Rangsang Khola in the East and Samdong reserve Forest and Hee Patal in the South, Hee Bermiok offers a beautiful and natural blend of cultural, linguistic and ethnic diversity.

Overnight at Hee.

DAY 5 - HEE-BARMIYOK TO UTTAREY (2316 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE)

Set amidst pristine ambiance, an ideal home for quiet holiday seekers, nature lovers and bird watchers with rewarding walks, trekking trails, day hiking, nature camping, and panoramic view, Uttarey is the gateway to Sikkim Singalila range and Khanchendzonga range located at the base of Singalila peak, Phoktey Dara and Noopdichenphu.

Overnight at Uttarey.

DAY 6 - UTTAREY TO PELLING (2194 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE)

IIn the morning, check out and start for Pelling. Enroute visit

Pemayangtse Monastery, constructed in the 17th century, this headquarters of the Nyingma sect nestles on an altitude of 2085 meters and is surrounded by snow-clad mountains.

Rabdentse Ruins, located near the Pemayangtse Monastery, this was the second capital of the Sikkim Royalty after Yuksom. The ruins of the city command a panoramic view of Khangchendzonga and the valley.

Check-in on arrival and have the evening to yourselves to relish the quietude of the Himalayas.

Overnight stay in Pelling.

DAY 7 - PELLING TO YUKSOM (1780 MTR/2 HRS DRIVE)

The village Yuksom offer plenty of opportunity for relishing the history of Sikkim. It is the adventure base camp for Dzongri- Goechala trekking, and offer an ever-magical view of the Khangchendzonga.

On arrival check-in and relax in the magical surroundings.

Overnight at Yuksom.

DAY 8 -YUKSOM TO BORONG (2133 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE)

It is a tourist basecamp for trekkers to Maenam hill. Looming views of the Himalayas and a diverse avifauna is the specialty of Borong.In fact, passionate birdwatchers may visit the Maenam Bird Sanctuary.

Overnight at Borong.

DAY 9 -BORONG TO TEMI TEA GARDEN VIA NAMCHI (1371 MTR/3 HRS DRIVE)

In the morning check out and drive to Temi Tea Garden, the famous tea estate of Sikkim spread out on a gentle hill slope originating from the Tendong hill provides a magnificent of the surrounding villages and mountain views. Check in to the hotel and relax.

Overnight at Temi.

DAY 10 -CHERISH YOUR MEMORIES

You could have the morning to yourselves to stroll about in the tea garden. Later on, check out and drive to NJP / Bagdogra for the return journey, and cherish your holiday forever.