5-Day / 4-Night Old Silk Route & East Sikkim
New York
Duration9 Hours
TypeEcotourism
Group10 persons
Overview
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Pickup & Drop: New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Pakyong Airport (PYG)
- Themes: Riverside relaxing, ethnic tribal cuisine, offbeat waterfalls, and historic Silk Route vistas.
- Stay Style: 100% Traditional & Boutique Homestays.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival & Riverside Serenity at Rolep Village
Day 1
Arrival & Riverside Serenity at Rolep Village
Morning: Pick up from NJP, Bagdogra, or Pakyong Airport. Enjoy a winding scenic drive alongside the Teesta River.Afternoon: Arrive at Rolep Tribal Homestay. Check into your rustic room right on the edge of the rushing Rangpo Khola river. Enjoy a hot, organic Sikkimese lunch prepared by Roshan Rai's family.Evening: Take a relaxed walk across the Rangkey hanging bridge or sit by the river stones. Cozy up by an evening riverside bonfire with local stories.Stay: Rolep Tribal Homestay (Altitude: ~4,000 ft)
Day 2
Waterfalls, Caves & Slow Village Life
Day 2
Waterfalls, Caves & Slow Village Life
Morning: Embark on a mild forest trek to the hidden, 40-foot-high Buddha Waterfalls. Take a refreshing dip or photograph the pristine mountain streams.Afternoon: Visit the quiet Chochen Natural Lake and the holy Buddha Cave. Return to the homestay for fresh, home-cooked ethnic dishes.Evening: Relax at the property, try your hand at cooking traditional Rai or Gurung dishes with the hosts, or enjoy an indoor karaoke night.Stay: Rolep Tribal Homestay
Day 3
Move to the Silk Route Gateway (Rongli)
Day 3
Move to the Silk Route Gateway (Rongli)
Morning: Say goodbye to Rolep and drive towards Rongli. Your host will assist you in filling out the mandatory Silk Route Travel Permits at the Rongli Police Checkpost.Afternoon: Arrive at Ashraya Boutique Homestay in Sundung village. Meet the hosts, Vivek and his family, and play with their friendly resident pets, Momo and Rocky.Evening: Watch a gorgeous valley sunset from the rooftop dining area. Sip hot tea and enjoy their signature home-cooked noodles or local delicacies.Stay: Ashraya Boutique Homestay (Altitude: ~5,000 ft)
Day 4
High-Altitude Silk Route & Zuluk Loops Day Trip
Day 4
High-Altitude Silk Route & Zuluk Loops Day Trip
Early Morning (4:30 AM): Depart early to climb the legendary Zuluk Loops—a breathtaking complex of 32 hairpin turns carved into the mountainside.Morning Peaks: Reach Thambi View Point (~11,200 ft) to catch a golden sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga. Continue driving to the pristine, high-altitude Kupup Lake (Elephant Lake) and the historical Baba Mandir.Afternoon: Descend back down to the warmer, comfortable climate of Rongli to prevent any altitude sickness.Evening: Relax your legs at Ashraya with a complimentary hot dinner on the rooftop.Stay: Ashraya Boutique Homestay
Included / Excluded
Included
Specialized bilingual guide
Private Transport
Entrance fees (Cable and car and Moon Valley)
Box lunch water, banana apple and chocolate
Tour Features & Facilities
Travel Styles
Cultural
Marine
Independent
Special Interest
Facilities
Gymnasium
Mountain Bike
Staff Lounge
Golf Cages
FAQs
FAQs
When and where does the tour end?
Your tour will conclude in San Francisco on Day 8 of the trip. There are no activities planned for this day so you're free to depart at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to give yourself time to fully experience the wonders of this iconic city!
When and where does the tour start?
Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which gives you a chance to settle into your hotel and explore Los Angeles. The only planned activity for this day is an evening welcome meeting at 7pm, where you can get to know your guides and fellow travellers. Please be aware that the meeting point is subject to change until your final documents are released.
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are not included in the price of this tour, however you can book for an arrival transfer in advance. In this case a tour operator representative will be at the airport to greet you. To arrange this please contact our customer service team once you have a confirmed booking.
What is the age range
This tour has an age range of 12-70 years old, this means children under the age of 12 will not be eligible to participate in this tour. However, if you are over 70 years please contact us as you may be eligible to join the tour if you fill out G Adventures self-assessment form.
Tour Location
New York
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