Famous Silk Route, Sikkim Tour From Siliguri
Famous Silk Route, Sikkim Tour From Siliguri
Places Covered
- Silarigao
- Ichagao
- Rishikhola
- Ganesh Temple
- Rongli Bazar
- Qukhola Falls
- Padamchan
- Zuluk
- Zigzak Road
- Thambi View Point
- Nathang Valley
- Old Baba Mandir
- Kupup Lake
- Aritar Lake
- Manikm View Point
- Aritar Ghumpha
- Bakutar River
- Hanging Bridge
Overview
The Old Silk Route in Sikkim is one of the offshoots of the ancient Silk Road, which was once a long and wide network of trade avenues. This Silk Road had been part of a cultural or social amalgamation. It encompassed various regions of Asia and connected India’s East and West, China and Pakistan across the Mediterranean Sea. The part passing through Sikkim connecting India and China via the Nathu La, Lhasa and Jelep La Pass, reaches Tamralipta in West Bengal. The place is now known as Tamluk.
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It is believed that this road was chanced upon by traders in the First Century AD itself! From here, the Silk Road connects to the sea in the east. The road extends more than 6,000 km. It was once used for extensive trade of copper, gold, sugar, cotton, salt, tea, horses etc. Did you know that this is the first information superhighway in the world? Today, however, the traders have bid adieu. So, the next time you plan a Silk Route Sikkim tour, don’t forget to cherish the boundless beauty of the roads. You will be able to see roads that have borne witness to perhaps more than millions of trade deals. But the rhododendron-filled, snow-clad paths still welcome you with open arms. You can rest assured that the experience will be once-in-a-lifetime.
Things you can't miss:
- Silarigao
- Rishikhola
- Padamchan
- Zuluk
- Zigzak Road
- Thambi View Point
- Old Baba Mandir
- Kupup Lake
Itinerary
- Day 01: NJP to Sillerygaon, Afternoon Trek in Iccheygaon
- Morning: Pickup from NJP (8:00 AM, ~94 km, ~4 hr). Drive to Sillerygaon (~6,000 ft), a serene village with Mt. Kanchenjunga views.
- Afternoon: Check into homestay. Short trek (~1–2 hr) in Iccheygaon to Ramitey View Point for Kanchenjunga and Teesta River views.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight at Sillerygaon homestay.
- Distance: ~94 km | Time: ~6 hr (including trek)
- Day 02: Sillerygaon to Zuluk via Rishikhola, Ganesh Temple, Rongli Bazaar, Qukhola Falls, Padamchen
- Morning: Breakfast (8:00 AM). Drive to Rishikhola (~1.5 hr, ~30 km) for riverside relaxation. Visit Ganesh Temple and Rongli Bazaar (~20 km, ~1 hr) for ILP and market stroll.
- Afternoon: Stop at Qukhola Falls (~1 hr from Rongli) for photos. Lunch at Padamchen (~8,000 ft). Drive to Zuluk (~9,100 ft, ~30 min).
- Evening: Visit Shivalaya Baba Mandir or Balasiur Sunset Point. Dinner and overnight at Zuluk homestay.
- Distance: ~80–100 km | Time: ~5–6 hr
- Day 03: Zuluk to Nathang Valley via Zig-Zag Road, Thambi View Point, Old Baba Mandir, Kupup Lake, Return to Lingtham
- Early Morning: Optional sunrise at Thambi View Point (~11,200 ft, ~14 km) for Zig-Zag Road and Kanchenjunga views. Breakfast in Zuluk.
- Morning: Drive via Zig-Zag Road to Nathang Valley (~13,500 ft, ~23 km). Visit Gnathang Monastery or British Cemetery.
- Afternoon: Proceed to Old Baba Mandir (~13,800 ft) and Kupup Lake (~13,025 ft). Explore Yak Golf Course.
- Evening: Return to Lingtham (~76 km, ~3–4 hr). Dinner and overnight at homestay.
- Distance: ~100–120 km | Time: ~8–10 hr
- Day 04: Lingtham to Aritar via Aritar Lake, Mankhim View Point, Aritar Gumpa, Bakutar River, Hanging Bridge, Return to Lingtham
- Morning: Breakfast (8:00 AM). Drive to Aritar (~27 km, ~1 hr). Boat at Lampokhari Lake (optional, extra cost) and visit Aritar Gumpa.
- Afternoon: Explore Mankhim View Point for Kanchenjunga views, Bakutar River, and Hanging Bridge.
- Evening: Return to Lingtham. Enjoy campfire (extra cost). Dinner and overnight at homestay.
- Distance: ~60–80 km | Time: ~6–7 hr
- Day 05: Lingtham to NJP Drop
- Morning: Breakfast (8:00 AM). Drive to NJP (~110–120 km, ~4–5 hr) via NH10. Optional stop at Coronation Bridge. Arrive by ~1:00–2:00 PM.
- Distance: ~110–120 km | Time: ~4–5 hr
Key Notes:
- Best Time: March–May or October–November for clear weather.
- Permits: ILP required for Zuluk and beyond, arranged at Rongli.
- Homestays: Basic, comfortable with organic meals (rice, dal, sabji, egg/chicken).
- Altitude: Nathang (~13,500 ft) and Kupup (~13,025 ft) are high-altitude; stay hydrated.
- Carry: Warm clothes, trekking shoes, sunscreen, camera.
- Exclusions: Boating, campfire, sunrise trips, personal expenses.
Inclusion
- Pickup & Drop.
- Welcome Drink on Arrival.
- All sightseeing’s by individual car.
- Transfers: Destination-Hotel-Destination.
- Sight-seeing as per tour itinerary.
- All toll taxes, parking fees and driver’s allowance.
Exclusion
- Charges for early Check-In & late Check-Out at Hotel.
- Air fare/ train fare.
- Monuments Entrance fees during sightseeing.
- Camera Charges/Rides etc.
- Any other item not specified in the Package Inclusions.
- 5% Goods And Services Tax(GST)