Cultural Tour of Sikkim (7 Days)

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About this activity

This is a culturally immersive tour with the Bhutia, Limbu and indigenous Lepcha tribes of Sikkim. You get to experience the culture first hand as you stay with the local families.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Hindi, English
Operated by: The Folk Tales

Ages: Children (6–12 years) · Youth (13–20 years) · Adults (21–45 years) · Seniors (46–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: All experiences
Included: Accommodation

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival

Kewzing

12 hours

Drive from either Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station to South Sikkim in your private car. Keep your camera ready for those stunning views of the Teesta river. Your next few days are with the family from Bhutia community. Arrive by evening and spend rest of the day at leisure.

Homestay

Day 2 · Village Life Experience

Kewzing

one day

Go for a guided village walk where you can see plantations of corn, rice and cardamom. Know about the local herbs. Visit the Buddhist and Bon monasteries, and local artisans. Participate in a hands on cooking class in the evening, and learn a few tips about Sikkimese cuisine.

Homestay

Day 3 · Trek to Maenam La

Maenam Hill

6 hours Admission included

This guided tour takes you through dense forest all the way up to Maenam Hill. Our guide tells you about the local folk tales, herbs and wildlife as you trek. Packed food is provided on this trek. Return to the village in afternoon or in the evening, and relax your muscles with a herbal bath. Duration of this trek depends upon your fitness level, and how far you want to go.

Homestay

Day 4 · Drive to West Sikkim

Pelling

one day

Depart for Pelling with a brief stop over at Temi tea gardens. Arrive in Pelling by noon. Your stay for next few days is with the family of Limbu tribe. Go for a guided village walk in evening. Watch the locals at work in their farms and stumble upon ancient burial grounds of Limbu tribe. Return to the homestay by evening, and spend rest of the time over bonfire.

Homestay

Day 5 · Tour of Pelling

Pelling

one day

Self tour of Rabdentse ruins and Pemayangtse monastery in your private car. Visit a local priest in evening.

Homestay

Day 6 · Tour of Yuksom and Khecheperi Lake

Yuksom

one day

Guided/ self tour of Kanchanjunga waterfalls, Khecheperi Lake and Yuksom in your private car. Yuksom is the first capital of Sikkim, and still a sleepy town. Visit the Dubdi monastery and coronation throne of the king, and see the local life of Sikkim. Return to the homestay in evening.

Homestay

Day 7 · Departure

Pelling

12 hours

After breakfast, depart for Bagdogra or New Jaipaiguri for onward journey.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Railway station parking.
Airport parking.

End point

Railway station parking.
Airport parking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.