Trip Overview
Ravangla Khechupelri Trek is another popular sikkim Low Altitude trek which involves trekking and hiking through Villages and visit to some of the reknowned Monasteries of sikkim. This Trek can also be called as Monastery loop Trek as it invloves visit to ten important monasteries of sikkim.
This trek is ideally suited for those who loves to explore and visit Monasteries and experience Buddhist Culture. This trek can be done in many ways, be it with Home stay, Camping or Hotel style
The Monasteries of sikkim visited during the trek are - Rumtek Monastery, Rabangla Monastery, Tashiding Monastery, Hongri Monastery, Sinon Monastery, Yuksam Dubdi Monastery, Khechupelri Monastery, Khechupelri Lake, Pemayangtshe Monastery and Sangacholin Monastery.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Bagdogra airport drive to Gangtok (4-5 hours) (Hotel)
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Day 2
City tour including Rumtek Monastery, Tibetology, Chorten, Enchey etc.
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Day 3
Gangtok drive to Rabangla (2100 Meters) via Temi Tea Garden (4 to 5 hours) (Home Stay/ Hotel)
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Day 4
Rabangla to Tashiding (1400m / 5 to 6 hours) (Camping / Home Stay / Hotel)
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Day 5
Drive to Sinon Monastery and later trek to Hongri Monastery (2100m / 5 to 6 hours) (Camping / Home Stay)
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Day 6
Hongri Monastery to Yuksom (1875m / 4 to 5 hours) (Camping / Home Stay / Hotel)
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Day 7
Yuksom to Khechuperi (2000m / 4 to 5 hours) (Camping / Home Stay / Hotel)
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Day 8
Khechuperi drive to Pelling (2200m / 2 hours) (Hotel / Home Stay)
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Day 9
Pelling drive back to Aiport / Railway Station.
The above itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trip can be modified according to your time and requirements. The Above given itinerary is based on trek from Yuksam to Tashiding village. Pick Up and Drop to Airport / Train station is not included in the given itinerary.
Trip Highlights
1) Rumtek Monastery - largest and one of the most important Monastery of sikkim also know as Dharma Chakra Center. It was Built by 16th Gyalwa Karmapa when he took refuge in Sikkim after the Chinese attack. It houses some of the worlds most unique art objects, ancient manuscripts and icons.
2) Tashiding Monastery - This is another important monastery belonging to the Nyingmapa order. It lies nestled on the top of a hill that looms up between the Rathong river and the Rangit river and is surrounded by a profusion of Prayer flags that flutter in the air.
3) Sinon Monastery - Sinom means 'the suppressor of intense fear'. The monastery was built in 1716 and is located about 10 kms. from Tashiding on a hill top.
4) Hongri Monastery - A monastery located at the top of the hill between Yuksam and Tashiding. This monastery is regarded as one of the oldest and powerful.
5) Dubdi Monastery - Dubdi means 'the retreat' and this monastery was built in 1700. It is located near Yuksum on a hill top.
6) Khechupelri Monastery - Located just above the famous Khechupelri lake
7) Pemayangtshe Monastery - Is situated in West Sikkim at Gyalshing (140 kms. from Gangtok) and commands an impressive view of Mount khanchendzonga. This monastery belongs to the Nyingma order and all other Nyingma monasteries in Sikkim are subordinate to it.
8) Sangacholin Monastery - Sangacholin means ' the island of esoteric teaching'. This monastery was built in 1697 and is situated about 7 kms from Pemayangste.
Cost and Availability
Please email us for the Best Costing and Availability. The Costing depends on Number of person and the minimum required number of person for the trip is 2 pax and maximum is 50 pax. The more the number of person the better the Price. The given costing will be based on PER HEAD PER DAY basis which will includes all the necessary facilities required during the trip from the point of start to the end. Please email us for the Brief Description of the Costing and the Facilities and services provided with it.
We have special costing for the Bigger group, Student group, Religious group and Senior Citizens. The costing is based on the Requirements and demand of the group. Do email us to know the special prices and services provided.