the West, Bhutan in the East and West Bengal along its Southern border, the awe-inspiring Kanchanjunga peaks (the third highest in the world) guard its green valleys, turquoise lakes, and crystal-clear streams and gorges.

Sikkim has a greater variety of vegetation, including 4,000 rare species of plants, than anywhere else in the world. Its fascinating flora and fauna will enchant nature lovers. In the wild gorges one will find ample opportunities for white-water rafting.

In short, Sikkim offers her visitors a singular experience of a lifetime.

Gangtok: the "Lofty Hill", is the capital of Sikkim. It is characterised by mysterious mists, fluttering prayer flags, painted roofs and pagoda-styled houses, a rich cultural heritage and friendly smiling people. A captivating mix of simple life styles and varied sight-seeing opportunities make this town well worth a visit.

Darjeeling: 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.

Kanchenjunga: In Kanchangjunga region, the trekking routes in Kanchanjunga National Park starts from Yuksum (the first capital of Sikkim). On a well beaten trekking track in form of bridle path running through terraced fields of barley and orchards; onto moss-laden lush green forests of pines, firs, giant magnolias, rhododendron, spruces and orchids- a naturalists・paradise. Intermingled with this are the chirrup, twitter and peeping of exotic Himalayan birds. As you climb up with patience and pain, you will be rewarded by the close-up views of the Sikkimese mountains

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Itinerary of Around Darjeeling Sikkim In Detail.

Days 01 : Arrival: 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.) Or Arrival in Kathmandu, visit around Kathmandu valley, including Kathmandu Durbar squares, Monkey Temple and Pashupatinath.

Days 02 : Flight from Delhi to Bagdogra and then drive to Darjeeling. Overnight hotel. Or fly Kathmandu-Biratnagar or Bhadrapur; drive to Darjeeling via Siliguri

Days 03 : Sightseeing Darjeeling. Overnight hotel.

Days 04 : Rafting in Rangeet River. Overnight hotel.

Days 05 : Drive from Darjeeling to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. En route visit of the Rumtek Monastery. Overnight hotel.

Days 06 : Sightseeing of Gangtok: Orchid Sanctuary, markets and Institute of Tibetology, Phurba Chorten etc. Overnight hotel.

Days 07 : Drive to Pelling (Pemayantse)

Days 08 : Sightseeing of Pemayantse Monastery. Overnight hotel.

Days 09 - 16 : Trek: Drive by jeep through the tick forested hilltop up to the Kechopari lake From Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim, we start our walk trek to Bakhim. We continue climbing for another hour to the tiny settlements of Chokha. From here, you get the first view of Pandim (6653m). Continue through giant rhododendron forest to camp in Phedang. A steady climb for an hour brings you to Deuralidanda. The trail gets easier as you traverse gently through stunted rhododendron bushes to the wide-open grazing grounds of Zongry (4000m). Early morning, go up to the ridge top passed fluttering prayers flags to get one of the most breath taking views of Kanchenjunga (8603m) surrounded by Rathong, Kabru, Pandim, Frey Peak, Narshing and Jopuno. From the base camp, we return to Bakhim and Yuksom for camp.

Days 17 : Drive back to Darjeeling and overnight stay in hotel.

Days 18 : Drive from Darjeeling to Siliguri. Overnight hotel.

Days 19 : Siliguri: From Siliguri transfer to Bagdogra airport for flight to Delhi. Or drive to Bhadrapur or Biratnagar across the border and take flight to Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel.

Days 20 : Transfer to airport for departure

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