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Cycling Through Sikkim
Overview
Sikkim, a less explored region, is a popular destination for trekking and mountaineering enthusiasts. It is an ideal venue for several mountain adventure sports, including mountain biking, which has been recently introduced in Sikkim and the state is fast becoming a favorite destination for mountain bikers.
Tour Highlights
- Gangtok – for some wonderful views of the higher Peaks of Himalaya.
- Martam - known for its lush vegetation, majestic views of the mountains, quaint villages, nature walk
- Ravangla - a small town surrounded by high-forested hills and undulating valleys dotted with village
- Pelling - famous for its location that offers breath-taking view of the Khangchendzonga and surroundings
- Rinchenpong – for fantastic views, sunrise and sunset, flora and fauna.
- Darjeeling - a hill station of India famous for its Tea Gardens.
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Day 1 - Arrive in Delhi, the national capital of India, the city which is as historic as modern. After clearing immigration and customs formalities; proceed towards the arrival hall, where you will be greeted by our office representative. He will assist you to the vehicle and will take you to the Delhi Hotel. There are no activities planned for the first day, so simply relax at the Hotel and recover your energy levels or depending upon your flight schedules we can plan some. Stay Overnight in Delhi.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 2 - Today you will be transferred to Delhi airport to board flight for Bagdogra. Upon arrival you will be met by local representative to your leader to provide you transfer to Gangtok. Evening free time to roam around the market. Overnight stay in Hotel (135 kms/4½ hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 3 - Today’s programme comprises sight-seeing visits to Namgyal institute of Tibetology, the Royal Chapel and Enchey Gompa, the Buddhist monastery. No cycling today. Overnight stay in Hotel.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 4 - Today after breakfast we begin our cycling to Martam Village, passing through the paddy fields and small hamlets. En-route visit the Rumtek Monastery. Overnight stay in Hotel (Ride 35 kms/4-5 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 5 - Today is another great route as we head to Ravangla via Temi Tea Gardens close to Damthang. The first part of the day is a fantastic ride passing through the small terraced villages of Sirwani and Sang. Overnight stay in Hotel (Ride 45 kms / 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 6 - Today after breakfast we will be cycling towards Yuksom via Tashiding monastery. Later continue ride to reach Yuksom. In the evening we visit the famous Dubdi Monastery. Overnight stay in Hotel (Ride 59 kms /6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 7 - Today is a short day ride but challenging as we head to Pelling. The road will roller coaster past little villages which are interesting and picturesque. Overnight stay in Hotel ( Ride 40 kms / 5-6 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 8 - Today we head towards Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in the region. Later we will descent cycling towards Rinchenpong via Dentam. Overnight stay in Hotel (Ride 40 kms / 3-4 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 9 - Today we enjoy a relatively short cycling trip to Nayabazar after some refreshments you will be transferred to Darjeeling. Evening free time to roam around in the market. Overnight stay in Hotel. ( Ride 35 kms / 3-4 hrs / Transfer 25 kms / 1 ½ hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 10 - Today early morning drive about 30 kms to visit Tiger Hill and on return to Darjeeling have your breakfast before you leave for the main sightseeing visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, zoological garden. Peace Pagoda and the Tea Garden. Overnight stay in Hotel. (No cycling)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 11 - This morning we cycle to Kurseong, a small town where we stay for the for the night. We have chance to visit Ghoom Monastery enroute which is the oldest in this area. Overnight stay in Hotel (Ride 36 kms / 3 hrs) Cycling ends at this point.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 12 - Today after breakfast you will be transferred to Bagdogra airport to board flight for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to hotel. We have evening free to explore the Central Delhi or take rest. Overnight stay in Hotel
Overnight - Hotel
Day 13 - This morning after breakfast tour terminates and shall be given transfer to international airport to board your onward international flight for respective destinations.
Tour Ends
Essential Information
Base Price Includes
- Accommodation on double/ twin sharing basis as per the itinerary.
- Daily buffet breakfasts included at hotels.
- All transfers and sightseeing by a Private vehicle as indicated in the itinerary.
- Professional Indian English speaking professional biking Tour leader including his wages, accommodation, food and travelling expenses.
- Support English speaking assistant cycle leader from 7pax on wards includes his wages, shared accommodation with main leader, food and travelling expenses.
- Cycle Mechanic services for the whole trip ( To maintain cycles, services, fix punctures or any other technical problems , daily clean cycles).
- Mineral water, snacks, tea/ coffee, fruits, cookies during cycling days only.
- Representative for assistance on Arrival /Departure.
- 24/7 assistance by our support team.
Base Price Does Not Include
- International / Domestic air fare.
- Any meal other than Breakfast unless specified.
- Any service or activity charges other than those included in the inclusions.
- Supplement Cost for festival period, long weekend or peak season.
- Entrance fee at monuments and National Parks.
- Unforeseen expenses that demand changes in the itinerary like natural calamities, changes in weather, road blockages, flight/train cancellations and any medical emergency or evacuations.
- Travel insurance and Visa
- Expenses of a personal nature- Staff Tips, Laundry, phone calls, soft or alcoholic drinks, excess baggage charges, camera and Video fee or any other expanses which are not mentioned in above inclusion list.
- All government taxes as applicable.
More Information
In Northern India this unique cycling holiday explores the smallest and most diverse state – Sikkim, so rich in culture and heritage. The main peak of the Himalayas in Sikkim is Kanchenjunga; standing tall at over 8,500 metres it is the third highest mountain in the world. Although we do not attempt to ride to the top of this peak, yet we experience the breathtaking views of this majestic peak throughout the trip. During our tour we cycle from the lush sub-tropical rain forests right into the highest terrain of the earth on an exploration that takes us through picturesque meadows, rural villages and along impressive hillsides. Along the way we visit the gorgeous monasteries of Rumtek, Pemayangtse, and Dubdi. We also get the opportunity to visit the sacred Kachiuri Lake as well as the bustling town of Gangtok, the new capital of Sikkim.
We finish our journey with a ride to Darjeeling. Here we set our alarm clocks for ‘very early’ visit to the superb Tiger Hill to view it at sunrise. We may also have a glimpse of the Everest from here.
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