THE OLD SILK ROUTE

Rishi Khola

Day 1:Arrive at Bagdogra

We Welcome you to Darjeeling.Arrive at Bagdogra/NJP and drive to Rishi Khola.Reshikhola is a riverside destination just 37 km from Kalimpong and very near to Pedong. The little village of Reshikhola received its name from the Reshi River running along this small place. In Nepali language ‘Khola’ means ‘small stream’. Enjoy the beauty of your stay on the bank of the Rishi Khola. Take a dip in the Reshi River and drown yourself in the sound of gushing water. At Reshikhola, you can do some basic angling too. If you are a birdwatcher, then you can take a walk in the surrounding forests too. Overnight at Rishi Khola

Day 2:Aritar

Morning drive to Aritar.This pristine land mass offers tourists with a vantage point to take in some of the most breathtaking sights and sounds of the region. Sightseeing in Aritar visitng Lampokhari Lake, is without a doubt the greatest tourist attraction in the region. The novelty element of this lake is its shape, which resembles a human foot. Flanked by an equally lush green forest consisting of Pine and Fir trees, the lake is perfect for a laid back paddle boating sessions across its serene waters. Located at a stones throw away from the lake is a lodge and cafeteria where tourists can refresh themselves. Evening free for local sightseeing and acclimatization. Overnight at Aritar.

Lampokhari Lake
Old Silk Road, Zuluk

Day 3:Aritar to Zuluk

Watch sunrise from Mankhim Temple. Visit the Monastery and depart for Zuluk. Located at a height of around 10,100 feet on the rugged terrain of the lower Himalayas in East Sikkim, Zuluk or Dzuluk is a small village beside a winding road. It was once a transit point to the historic Silk Route from Tibet to India. The road through Zuluk makes almost 32 hairpin turns to reach Lungthung, which makes it a unique engineering feat. Stop at Rongli for Inner line permit. On the way see Kuekhola Falls. Put up at Zuluk Lodge and watch the sunset from Balasur Sunset Point.Overnight at Zuluk.

Day 4:Zuluk to Gangtok(100 kms 7-8 hours approx.)

Start early in the morning and view the Sunrise from Sunrise point. Follow the Silk Route and visit Nag Temple, Thambi View point, Laxman Chowk, Nathang Valley, Tukla Kalapokhari, Old Baba Mandir, Tukla valley, Jepepla Pass View and reach Kupup. Don’t miss the Hathi Pokhari(Elephant Lake – required special pass from forest dept). At Kupup, see the World’s highest Golf course, the Yak Golf Course at 13025 ft (Guinness Book Of World Records acclaimed), the Ice Hockey ground and proceed for Memenchuk View Point, New Baba Mandir, cross Nathu-la pass Gate and visit Tsongmo Lake. Reach Gangtok for overnight stay at Gangtok.

Tiger Hill

Day 5:Leisure Day and Airport Transfer

You will have breakfast first in hotel, after breakfast you will free and easy at hotel until the time for departure, our driver will pick up you at hotel and drop you to the airport. Take the flight and back to home with lovely memories.

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