Trekking
 Peak Climbing

Tholung Valley Trek

Trekking to the little visited Tholung Monastery in North Sikkim, Tholung valley is the home of the Ethnic Lepcha people of Sikkim and is now a protected area. The Lepchas live in small villages amongst the dense forested slopes high above the Tholung valley. The Tholung monastery houses many relics and antiques collected from other monasteries for safe keeping. Many of these relics are displayed on a special day every three years. The trek up this beautifully forested valley leads to the higher alpine valleys where yaks graze below the snow capped mountains of the Khanchenjunga range.

Duration: 09 Days / 10 Nights
Destinations: Kolkata-Delhi-Pelling-Yuksom-Bakhim-Dzongri-Thangsing-Lake Samiti-Chemathang-Goechala-Kokchu Camp-Tsokha-Gangtok-Kalimpong-Bagdogra


Itinerary
Day 01
Gangtok
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. Drive to Bagdogra to Gangtok (1600m). Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02
Gangtok (Sightseeing)
Full day sightseeing around Gangtok including Enchey Monastery, Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Rumtek Monastery and Lal Bazar. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03
Singhik
Drive to North Sikkim to Mangan and on to Singhik. Enroute visit Phodong Monastery. Overnight at camp
Day 04
Tsana
Enjoy early morning views of Khanchenjunga range from Singhik. Drive from Singhik to the road-head at Lingshi. Start trek to Tsana (1573m) in Tholung valley. Overnight at camp.
Day 05
Tholung Valley
Continue trekking up the valley to Tholung Gompa (2600m). Afternoon visit the little known Tholung Monastery. Overnight at camp near Monastery.
Day 06
Tholung Valley
Day of exploration hike up the Tholung Valley. Overnight at camp.
Day 07
Lingshi
Trek back to Lingshi. Overnight at Camp.
Day 08 Gangtok
Early morning drive to Singhik for views of Khanchenjunga Range. Drive back to Gangtok. Afternoon free in Gangtok. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 Gangtok
Rest day at Gangtok . Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Bagdogra (IXB)
Drive to Bagdogra or NJP Railway Station for your onward journey.
 

Cost
Basis Pax 4 - 8, 9 above Wilderness Trek US$ 975.00 US$ 845.00 in Sikkim

Standard
02 per person USD 438.00
03-08 per person USD 375.00
09-11 per person USD 299.00
12 above person USD 268.00

Deluxe
02 per person USD 765.00
03-08 per person USD 675.00
09-11 per person USD 585.00
12 above USD 515.00



Service Includes:

• Standard /3 star hotel in Kathmandu with bed & breakfast.
• 10 nights 11 days Sikkim/Darjeeling package on the Twin sharing in the standard hotels all on full board basis,
• all sightseeing with a good English speaking guide as per itinerary,
• All transportation by car/van/coaches depending upon the size of the group.
• Two way air fair Kathmandu to Kathmandu.
• Necessary hotel/airport/ transfers.

Services Excludes:

• International airport taxes,
• Sikkim/India visa fees,
• All insurance,
• All expenses of natural as drink laundry,
• Trips etc



Travel Information :

Tour booking with full payment should reach us at least 15 days in a advance along with full passport details. There will be a cancellation charge of 50% for confirmed booking un to 7 days prior to departure for the journey. No refund thereafter even for NO_SHOWS & DELAYED ARRIVALS due to whatsoever regions

Visa Regulation:
One moth visa for Sikkim & Darjeeling can be obtained from any Indian Embassy or Consulate abroad. The Sikkim permit with Indian visa can also be obtained in Kathmandu, Nepal within one day with a condition that the client should be available in Kathmandu, Nepal visa can be obtained at the airport upon arrival.

Climate:
(Spring Feb/Mar/April 20 C - 25 C. Summer May/June/July 23C. - 29 C. Autumn Aug/Sep/October 16 C. -28 C. Winter Nov/Dec/January 07 C. - 14 C. (Above temperatures are based on day ones)

Clothing:
In general, heavy woollen wears are required in winter. However, a warm Jampur & a jacket are always advised due to the unpredictable nature of the weather. For the trek purpose, following items are recommended: Down jacket, Woollen Sweaters, Cotton/ Woollen Shirts, Woollen Trousers, Long johns, Rain cort, Comfortable trekking shoes, Sun Goggles, Sun hat, Warm Gloves, Suntanlotion, Water bottle, Chapstick, Medical Kit,

Risks & Liability:
Ramdung “Go” Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd. shall always put its all efforts in making your journey smooth and pleasant. However, as be responsible for any charge of cancellation of programmes due to any unavoidable circumstances such as road blockade, flood, snow, and unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrivals, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients. So, it is most advisable that clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accidents. Cancellation insurance is also highly recommended.

Note:
Besides above itineraries, we also offer many other interesting programme for tour and treks. Exclusive programmes can be made available upon enquiry. Airfare is extra. One way airfare KTM/Biratnagar costs US$ 99.00 per person. If clients wish to travel by night coach, one way Coach Fare is US$ 650.00 per person

 
 
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