Dzongri Trek
Trip Starting From: Bagdogra
About the Activity:
This enchanting 11 day tour of Sikkim including Dzongri enables you to revel in a distinct experience since the location is brimming with serenity.
Embark on this tour that starts at Bagdogra and then move to witness the unrivaled tranquility of Gangtok, Yuksom, Tshoka, Dzongri and Darjeeling.
Pass through the captivating mountain peaks, monasteries, tea plantations, museum and pagodas.
Indulge in a local sightseeing which lets you mingle with the native people and from them you will get to know more about the indigenous culture and tradition.
The package includes food, accommodation and transportation during the trip.
Itinerary
Day 1 –
Travel from Bagdogra airport to Gangtok (135km/4-5 Hours)
After arriving at the Bagdogra Airport, you will be transferred to Gangtok, it is located at a height of 5,840 ft.
It will take 4-5 hours to arrive at the hotel.
Check-in at the hotel and spend the day exploring the M. G. Road or the local shopping centre.
Day 2 –
Yuksom Sightseeing Tour, Dubdi monastery
Post breakfast, travel to Yuksom which is located at a height of 1,780 metres.
It is referred as the ‘doorway to Mt Khangchendzonga’.
Reach Yuksom by noon and check-in to the hotel.
Day 3 –
Yuksom to Sachen
Leave Yuksom and start your trekking through the typical Sikkimese lush green deep forest.
Cross 3 river bridges before reaching the campsite in Sachen.
Sachen is a very small campsite right in the middle of the thick, dense forests.
Day 4 –
Sachen to Tsokha
After breakfast, you will be guided towards Tsokha.
Today’s trek will comprise ascending for 6 hours through tropical forests, splashing water bodies and rhododendron forests.
En route, visit Bakhim, located at an altitude of 2,700m.
Stay in trekker’s hut/tents in Tsokha.
Day 5 –
Tsokha to Dzongri
Embark trekking through the rustic settlements of Tsokha to reach the mystical valleys of Dzongri.
Lunch will be served upon arrival in Phedang, where you can have the amazing views of Mt Pandim, Mt Thenchinkhang and Mt Jhopuno.
Post lunch, proceed towards Dzongri and trekking hereafter will also encompass both uphill and downhill climbing.
Once you arrive in Dzongri, experience the relishing sights of Mt Khanchendzonga, Mt Kabru, Mt Koktan, Mt Jhoponu, Mt Thenchinkhang and Mt Narsing peaks clearly.
Day 6 –
Dzongri
Spend the whole day at leisure.
Day 7 –
Dzongri to Tsokha
Trek back to Tsokha after breakfast following the same routes and terrains.
Day 8 –
Sightseeing in Yuksom
Post breakfast, hike through the trekking routes of Tsokha to arrive in Yuksom.
Explore the historical town on your own.
Day 9 –
Yuksom to Darjeeling
Post breakfast, you will be driven through the mystical valleys that connect Yuksom with Darjeeling.
On your way, enjoy the glimpses of the tea-plantations, spectacular villages and lush pine forests.
Upon arrival in Darjeeling, check-in to the hotel.
Explore the pleasant Darjeeling locales in the evening.
Day 10 –
Sunrise View, Toy-Train Joyride, Zoo, Peace Pagoda
Today, get picked up early morning and set out to the Tiger Hills to witness the mesmeric sunrise over Mt Khangchendzonga.
On the way back to the hotel, you can also visit the pious Ghoom Monastery.
Post breakfast, head out to enjoy a wide sightseeing tour to mingle with the vivacious traditions and culture of Darjeeling.
Enjoy a Toy-Train joyride, visit the Gurkha Memorial and get acquainted with the Gurkhas.
Afterwards, relish yourselves with the region’s exotic flora and fauna at the Darjeeling Zoo.
Later, proceed to seek mental solace at the Peace Pagoda.
Return to the hotel.
Day 11 –
Departure to Bagdogra
After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and transferred to Bagdogra.
The experience ends here.
