Silk Route
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Overview
The Silk Route, historically known as the Silk Road, was an ancient network of trade routes connecting the East and the West. Spanning across Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Europe, the Silk Route played a crucial role in facilitating cultural, commercial, and technological exchanges between civilizations. It is named after the lucrative trade of silk from China, though many other goods such as spices, precious metals, and textiles were also exchanged along the route.
Key Highlights
- Sillerygaon
- Aritar Lake
- Aritar viewpoint
- Mesmerizing Hamlets
- Zuluk
- Lungthung
- Nathang Valley
- Kupup Lake
- Old Baba Mandir
- Rishi River
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A pristine settlement situated at an elevation of 6000 feet, Sillerygaon is quite prominent for offering a majestic view of the mighty Kanchenjunga as well as the other Himalayan Peaks. Freshen up after reaching your desired hotel. Rest of the day is all yours to explore the sightseeing places in and around the village. Spend the evening at leisure.
After breakfast, leave for Aritar / Lampokhari lake and enjoy paddle boating in the Lake's calm water (Optional and at your own cost) and make a Parikrama of this Holy Lake.
After the early morning breakfast, you will be transferred to Zuluk /Padamchen. On the way to Zuluk /Padamchen stop to relish the beauty of other adjacent mesmerizing hamlets like Rongli, Lingtham, Quokhola Waterfalls and Nimachen. Visit Rongli first. In the foothills of Himalaya, Rongli is a pictorial hamlet and popularly known for its lush greenery, hilly terrain and the serenity of Himalayas. Your next destination will be Lingtham where you will experience a peaceful nature with sparkling weather guarded by the snaking Bakhuter Khola River. Get captivated by witnessing the cascading water of Quokhola Waterfalls. Visit Nimachen too which is just 14 km away from Zuluk. It is a small village at an altitude of 7800 feet from where a splendid view of Kanchenjunga can be enjoyed. After exploring all these fascinating hamlets and their tourist attractions, reach your pre-booked homestay at Zuluk/Padamchen . Finally, take a rest at the homestay.
- Rongli
- Lingtham
- Quokhola
- Nimachen
- Bakhuter Khola
You will be guided to have a full day sightseeing excursion in and around Zuluk. Start the excursion by visiting Thambi Viewpoint where the sunrise looming over the Himalayan Peaks looks magnificent. Next, visit Lungthung, Nathang Valley, Old Baba Mandir, Kupup Lake, etc. one by one. Treat your eyes by witnessing a panoramic vista of the entire valley of Nathang which is nestled at an elevation of 13500 feet. Built-in the memory of the mighty Indian soldier, visiting Old Baba Mandir is all about finding getting the peace of mind whereas Kupup is a serene lake which can certainly be tagged as the piece of paradise. Stroll around this green, emerald lake, feel the tranquil atmosphere of it and soothe your distressed soul., you will be driven back to your resort at Padamchen/Zuluk. You have rest of the day to witness a magnificent sunrise while relishing the silence of this wonderful evening.
- Thambi Viewpoint
- Old Baba Mandir
- Lungthung
- Nathang
- Kupup Lake
Get ready for Rishikhola transfer on day 5 of your Ichhegaon Padamchen Rishikhola Tour. A small valley, situated at the bank of river Rishi at an altitude of 2,000ft, surrounded by lush green forests and mountains, the sound of a stream with a pure cool breeze will make any nature lover hypnotized. Reach the resort and check into it. Do whatever you want in the remaining day.
This is the last day of your 5 Nights 6 days Ichhegaon Padamchen Rishikhola Tour package. Have breakfast, check out from the resort and say farewell to the fascinating Rishikhola. On the way, spend some time at Coronation Bridge to behold the shimmering Teesta flowing beneath. After covering approx. 100 km of road distance to reach NJP. Avail train from NJP to Howrah/Sealdah.
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