Description
History of Sikkim reflects the past of the territory of Sikkim. Sikkim has a rich past that sings the praise of the past events and kingdoms that ruled in the territory of Sikkim. Although much is not known about the ancient history in Sikkim, it is evident that three tribes namely, Naong, Mon and Chang resided within the territory of Sikkim. But, these tribes could not retain their dominance over Sikkim for long; the Lepchas replaced the aforesaid tribes soon after they entered the territory of Sikkim. The coming of the Lepchas and their settlement and combat with the aborigines of Sikkim constitutes a major part of the early Sikkim history. But, the modern history of Sikkim is said to have begun in 1641. Furthermore, with the arrival of the British in India, Sikkim allied with the British Empire to keep the Nepalese at bay. But, the collaboration of Sikkim with the British led them to suffer dire consequences. Moreover, the history at Sikkim states that in 1947, after India got its Independence, Sikkim emerged as a special protectorate under the India Union. But, after the death of TashiNamgyal, political ranks in Sikkim started crumbling down. Prolonged agitation in Sikkimese led to the formation of an associate State, i. e. Sikkim was transformed from a protectorate state to an associate State of the Indian Union. On 4th September, 1947,KaziLendupDorji was made the Chief Minister of the State. Finally, on 16th May, 1975, Sikkim became a part of the Indian Union and the institution of Chogyals were completely abolished.
Tour Itinerary ( 12 Days 11 Nights )
Itinerary Code :SKT-II
Best season: March to April and October to November
Duration :12 Days / 11 Nights
DAY 01 :
ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meet and assist at the airport and transfer to prebooked hotel. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 02 :
DELHI-NEW JALPAIGURI (OVERNIGH TRAIN)
After breakfast, half day city tour of Delhi. Afternoon, transfer to the railway station to board train for NJP. Overnight on Board.
DAY 03 :
NJP-DARJEELING
Arrive NJP and board our vehicle which awaits you to drive you to Darjeeling. Arrive Darjeeling and check in at prebooked hotel. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 04 :
DARJEELING
Start from early in the morning and visit the Tiger Hill to witness the magnificent sunrise on the Mt. Kanchanzonga. On the way back visit the Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Back to the hotel and after breakfast proceed for the sight seeing of the Himalayan Mountaineering Insitute, Podwaja Naidu zoological Garden, Labong Rose Course, Ropeway, Happy valley tea estate, Tenzing Rock LalKuthi. Come back to the hotel in the evening. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 05 :
DARJEELING-GANGTOK
After breakfast, leave for Gangtok. Arrive Gangtok and check in at prebooked hotel. Afternoon, free for shopping or other individual activities. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 06 :
GANGTOK
After breakfast proceed for sight seeing of the Rumtek Monastery, Botanical Garden, ChortenStupa, Institute of Tibetology, Cottage Industry, Flower Show, Nam Nang View Point. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 07 :
GANGTOK
After breakfast proceed for Tsomgo (changu) lake (frozen almost 9 months) at an altitude of 12,000 ft. Back to the hotel in time for lunch.Evening, at leisure.O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 08 :
GANGTOK-PELLING
After breakfast, leave for Pelling. Arrive Pelling and check in at prebooked hotel. Afternoon, visit Pelling.O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 09 :
PELLING
After breakfast proceed for sight seeing for sight seeing of Pemayangsle Monastery, Rabdanse Palace Ruins, KanchanDezonga Falls, Rimbi Falls, Kechapalri Lake. Back to the hotel in the evening.O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 10 :
PELLING-NEW JALPAIGURI (DRIVE) NJP-DELHI (OVERNIGHT TRAIN)
After breakfast, transfer to NJP railway station to board overnight train for Delhi. Overnight on Board.
DAY 11 :
ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meet and assist at the railway station and transfer to prebooked hotel. O/N stay at Hotel.
DAY 12 :
DEPART DELHI
Transfer to the airport to board flight back home.