Sikkim Shangri-La
At Sikkim Shangri-La biking trip, we will bike along routes with low traffic density, a variety of terrain - ridgeline and valley bottom trails, mostly moderate gradients, with some challenging sections, good tarmac surfaces combined with rough stony trails. There are lovely forests, scenic river valleys, grand views of the panorama of snows, Buddhist Gompas, tribal homesteads and interaction with a lovely and friendly people. Whether it is on the trail, or at halts, we provide hospitality in the Indian traditions, at selected hotels, lodges and well-managed camps. We offer you Nature in Comfort and Adventure in Style.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu/welcome dinner/hotel
Day 02 Sightseeing in Kathmandu on bike/hotel (B)
Day 03 (Fly to Bhadrapur) Kakarvitta / Gangtok (1547m./124km 4/5 hrs): Pick up Kakarvitta, Transfer to Gangtok.156 km 5/6 hrs drive O/N hotel. (B)
Day 04 Gangtok/Martam Village Resort (1363m/38 kms approx.): Forenoon, sight seeing at Gangtok by Bike and Car. After lunch. Bike and drive to Martam Village Resort, passing through Ranka Village. En-route visit the Rumtek Monastery. O/N at Martam Village Resort.(Road condition, metalled). (B,L,D)
Day 05 Martam Village Resort/Temi Tea Garden(1448m. 40/kms approx). Bike to Temi Tea Garden, 1st leg down-hill for 24 kms. Lunch at Sirwani, Bridge (350m.) at Teesta river. Up hill ride upto Temi Tea Garden. O/N Bungalow/camps. (Road condition, metalled) (B,L,D)
Day 06 Temi Tea Garden/Ravangala (2040m/29 kms): Bike to Ravangala. Ride uphill upto Damthang (2051m) a gradual downhill / uphill upto Ravangala. Arrive for lunch. Afternoon excursion to Ralang Monastery (24kms) O/N at Ravangala Bungalow/Camps.(Road condition, metalled) (B,L,D)
Day 07 Ravangala/Tashiding (1470m/37kms): Bike downhill, about 24 kms beyond 2 kms from Legship (520m) after lunch, Bike uphill to Tashiding Village. O/N at camps.(Road condition, metalled for 24 kms, unmetalled for 13 kms) (B,L,D)
Day 08 Tashiding/Yuksam(1780m/19 kms): Early morning visit the Tashiding Monastery on foot. Bike to Yuksam the historical hamlet of Sikkim and Base camp for treks. Excursion to Dubdi Monastery on foot, optional. O/N hotel/camps. (Road condition, unmetalled) (B,L,D)
Day 09 Yuksam/Khecheopalri (1975m/21kms): Bike down hill upto 12 kms and 9 kms uphill, arrive at Khecheopheri Lake (Wishing Lake) O/N huts/camps. (Road condition, unmetalled). (B,L,D)
Day 10 Khecheopheri Lake/Pemayangtse (2085/31km): Bike downhill for 9kms and gradual up/down upto Rimbi, another 9 kms. Up hill 13 kms to Pemayangtse. O/N hotel. (Road condition, metalled/unmetalled.) (B)
Day 11 Drop at Kakarvitta (Fly Bhadrapur - Kathmandu) (B)
Day 12 Day at leisure/evening farewell dinner/hotel (B)
Day 13 Fly back home (B)
Note: Customized itineraries for private groups are also available. Please contact us for details.
Cost include:
- Sightseeing
- All meals as per mention in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch and D = Dinner)
- Accommodations in tent or lodge
- 1 Professional Guide for every 6 people / Mechanic
- Front Suspension bike and a helmet
- Backpack and tools as needed
- All entry fees during the ride
Not include:
- Personal extras and special request purchases
- Support vehicle, unless requested at extra charge
- Wear and tear of the bike and equipments
- Drinks other than tea / coffee as served with the meals
- Laundry
- Nepal and India Visa
- Vaccination cost
- Personal clothing and equipment
- All items of a personal nature
- Medical treatments and evacuation incase of immergency
- Personal Travel Insurance
Highlights
Fact About this trip:
4 Nights in Kathmandu
8 nights hotels & lodges in Sikkim
Highlights on this tour:
Excursion of Temples, Stupa and Palaces in Kathmandu, Visit Pemayangtse, Rumtek and Many other Monasteries in Sikkim, Khecheopheri Lake, Superb mountain views, Tea Garden, impressive display of Orchid, picturesque village, excellent landscape, friendly people and many more.....
Season:
March till June & October till November
Tour grade:
STRENUOUS 
Group size:
From two persons
Trip cost:
On request
Departure Date:
Any day during season
