Cultural Tour in Sikkim

Situated in the Eastern Himalayas, this beautiful state of Sikkim is sandwiched between the kingdom of Nepal in the West and Bhutan in the East, Tibet in the North and the state of West Bengal in the South. With an area of 7,300 sq. kms, measuring 115 kms from north to south and 65 kms. From East to West, the elevation ranging from 244 mts to over 8550 mts., above sea level, approximately latitude of 27 degree North and longitude of 88 degree East. This small state belies its richness of culture, customs, heritage, flora and fauna. Sikkim, once a protectorate of India with a monarchy government but metamorphosed as the 22nd state of the Indian Union in the year 1975. The population of the state is only 4,20,000 as per the last census. Amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush green valleys cascading waterfalls and fast flowing rivers, beautiful monasteries and terraced hills, Sikkim offers her visitor a rare and exotic experience.

Nestling in the grandeur and beauty of the snow-capped mountain ranges of the Kanchanjunga, Darjeeling has been gifted with a beautiful natural scenery. It is surrounded by lush green tea gardens, and has the highest Railway Station in the world. The Darjeeling 'Toy Train' is part of the world's cultural heritage. The town of Darjeeling, also known as "Queen of the (Eastern) Hills", was the summer capital of India during the British period. A holiday resort of the Victorian era it still exudes grandeur, charm and majesty. From "Tiger Hill" one can get one of the best sunrise views in the world.

Sikkim Nepal Tour

Arrival in Delhi. (If you want to skip flight, in the evening night train to New Jal Paigurhi (Siliguri) - Flight Delhi-Bagdogra followed by drive to Darjeeling. Overnight hotel - Sightseeing Darjeeling.

Sikkim North India

Darjeeling-Kalimpong. Overnight hotel - Kalimpong-Gangtok - Sightseeing of Gangtok - Visit of Rumtek Monastery and drive to Martham - Martham-Pelling - Visit Kechopari lake and Yuksom. Drive

Sikkim Round Trip

Arrival in Delhi. Visit of Old and New Delhi. Overnight hotel. (If you want to skip flight, you have to take in the evening the night train to New Jal Paigurhi arriving in Siliguri the next morning.) - Flight from