So far my travel has been to Indian states which are known for heritage monuments. But, it was a long pending desire to visit states that has natural beauty in abundance. Finally that wish cam true on May 2016 with a trip to Sikkim. As it was not possible to visit such distant place repeatedly, it was our desire to cover important destinations in 8 days.
That was followed by extensive research and immediately hotel bookings and travel arrangements were done. We started from Bangalore by the morning flight and reached Baghdogra in the late afternoon.
From here a 5 hours drive took us to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Best part of the trip is that one get to see Himalaya from any place in the state.
On first day we did the local sightseeing in Gangtok which included garden, monastery and view points among other sites.
On the second day we moved to Lachen by seeing various scenic spots on the way including waterfalls. On third day we left hotel as early as 4:00 am for Gurudongmar Lake. Once back from the lake we proceeded to Lachung.
On fourth day after covering flower valley at Yumthang, cold zone at Yumesamdong we reached back in Gangtok by the night. On the fifth day we went around Tsomgo Lake, Nathula and were back to hotel after some shopping.
On the sixth day we reaching Pelling in the night via Namchi and Ravangla. Next day we did the local sightseeing and this a place is a heaven for birdwatchers. On eight day we left for Kolkotta. First we reached Siriguli to board the train.
That was followed by extensive research and immediately hotel bookings and travel arrangements were done. We started from Bangalore by the morning flight and reached Baghdogra in the late afternoon.
From here a 5 hours drive took us to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Best part of the trip is that one get to see Himalaya from any place in the state.
On first day we did the local sightseeing in Gangtok which included garden, monastery and view points among other sites.
On the second day we moved to Lachen by seeing various scenic spots on the way including waterfalls. On third day we left hotel as early as 4:00 am for Gurudongmar Lake. Once back from the lake we proceeded to Lachung.
On fourth day after covering flower valley at Yumthang, cold zone at Yumesamdong we reached back in Gangtok by the night. On the fifth day we went around Tsomgo Lake, Nathula and were back to hotel after some shopping.
On the sixth day we reaching Pelling in the night via Namchi and Ravangla. Next day we did the local sightseeing and this a place is a heaven for birdwatchers. On eight day we left for Kolkotta. First we reached Siriguli to board the train.
Day
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Start From
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Stay At
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Sightseeing
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Day
1
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Gangtok
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Gangtok
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Gangtok
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Day
2
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Gangtok
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Lachen
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View
points
Lachen
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Day
3
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Lachen
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Lachung
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Gurudongmar
View
points
Lachung
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Day4
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Lachung
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Gangtok
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Yumthang
Yumesamdong
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Day
5
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Gangtok
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Tsmgo
Nathula
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Day
6
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Gangtok
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Pelling
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Namchi
Ravangla
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Day
7
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Pelling
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Pelling
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Day
8
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Pelling
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View
Points
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But as our tickets were not confirmed we had to travel by bus to Kolkotta. After the hectic travel we reached the place only next day afternoon. But that is for another day and we shall cover Sikkim in detail very soon.
Helpful itinerary, though it seems like a tight schedule.
ReplyDeleteThe first photo of the bridge over the river is my favourite shot Rajesh. A lovely area.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. Keep sharing.
ReplyDeleteWow i love seeing those places too, most specially the rainfalls. It is good you are a national of India, so it is easier for you, but no matter how obsessed i am to see places there it is difficult for me. I am not very adventurous in terms of food and many more. However, i have been to Ooty before.
ReplyDeleteHope it was an exciting trip... awesome photos and majestic Himalayas!
ReplyDeleteThat's all breathtaking, Rajesh! I wouldn't think of waterfalls, lakes and birdwatching when I think of India. I bet you have to be up and at it by 4 am to take it all in. You'll probably remember those eight days for a lifetime.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos and it sounds like a wonderful trip. Thanks for sharing it with us all.
ReplyDeleteWow - I'd love to see this part of the world.
ReplyDeleteI am intrigued by this place too. So much natural beauty.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures and very informative too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this beautiful trip. Very nice views!
ReplyDeleteInformative post for those who are planning a trip to Sikkim.. THanks for sharing!!
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So much to see in India. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of the beautiful place! Pity, you had to travel to Kolkatta by bus- it must have been uncomfortable.
ReplyDeleteOh my what a wonderful trip you took and you packed a lot into the time you had. Loved the photo of the road!
ReplyDeleteNice images from your trip ~ delightful
ReplyDeleteHappy Week to you ~ ^_^
Looks like you were able to cover some beautiful country!
ReplyDeleteGreat itinerary! I hope you share more of your trip in the blog. I have to admit I do not know a lot about this Indian state.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully captured and useful itinerary of the State.
ReplyDeleteso beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing trek!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for joining us at the Travel Tuesday meme. Hope to see more of your photos soon.