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Sikkim Kangchenjunga
A MAGNIFICENT JOURNEY COMBINING TWO EXCELLENT TREKS: THE SINGALILA RIDGE & THE GOECHA LA
SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE HIMALAYA, KANGCHENJUNGA, MAKALU & EVEREST
VISIT ANCIENT BUDDHIST MONASTERIES
ENJOY THE CHARMS OF CHARACTER 'OLD WORLD' HOTELS IN DARJEELING & KALIMPONG
Situated in the Eastern Himalaya the Kingdom of Sikkim, with its fine mountain scenery, Buddhist monasteries, orchids, butterflies, dense forests and clear streams, is perfect trekking country.
Two nights in Darjeeling provide the opportunity to watch sunrise over Kangchenjunga (8598m), the World’s third highest mountain, before commencing a spectacular six-day walk along the magnificent Singalila Ridge, a massive spur running south from the huge Kangchenjunga massif dividing Sikkim from Nepal. Our walk weaves through rhododendron forests and tiny settlements, providing excellent acclimatisation for the second part of our journey; the trek to the Goecha La pass (4900m). There are fantastic mountain views towards Everest and Makalu in Nepal and Chomolhari in Bhutan. Our highest camp is near the sacred Samiti Lake at 4250 metres, a beautiful location surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. The climax of the trek will be the close views of the massive eastern wall of Kangchenjunga, rising a sheer 4200 metres above the Talung Glacier from the Goecha La pass. On our return, we visit monasteries, tea gardens and orchid nurseries and relax amid the beautiful gardens of Kalimpong before the flight back to Delhi.
Trip Details
8 nights hotels, 13 nights camping, 6 days EASY trekking, 7 days MODERATE trekking, maximum altitude 4900 metres. Breakfast in Delhi & all meals elsewhere included.
Group Size :Minimum 4, maximum 14
Dates & PricesTo book please click on the relevant tour reference from the tours below
*Price excludes international flights. International flights from £535. Flight costs vary depending on airline & availability at the time of booking. Please contact the Classic Journeys office with your planned date of travel and we will advise on flight availability and costs.
Outline Itinerary
Days 1/2 - Fly to Delhi. Transfer to hotel
Day 3 - Fly to Bagdogra, drive to Darjeeling
Day 4 - Sightseeing in Darjeeling including Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery & the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Days 5/10 - Singalila Ridge trek
Days 11/12 - Drive to Pemayangtse & Yuksom
Days 13/19 - Trek to Samiti Lake, Goecha La & return to Yuksom
Day 20 - Drive to Kalimpong
Day 21 - Kalimpong sightseeing
Day 22 - Drive to Bagdogra & fly to Delhi
Day 23 - Fly to UK
The Price Includes:
Hotel accommodation on a twin share basis (unless single has been requested) for the nights listed in the itinerary. All meals as specified. Airport Transfers when choosing land only plus international flight package. All internal transport as the itinerary. Sightseeing tours where specified. All trekking arrangements including trekking permits, National Park entrance fees, tents (2 people sharing unless single has been requested), sleeping bags, basic karri mat (mattress), guides, porters & cook. Tour leader. Cordura kit bag. Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
The Price does not Include:
International flight from the UK. Airport taxes. Transfers for Land Only packages and group tours when choosing your own international flight arrangements. Visa fees. Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs. Personal expenditure, bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, etc. Porters, guides & other tip. Meals not specified. Personal clothing & equipment. Travel insurance. Optional trips. Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond Classic Journeys control. Anything not specified in the Cost Includes section.
Insurance:
If you require travel insurance for your Classic Journeys holiday, you can get a quotation and book your travel insurance direct from the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. Campbell Irvine is a specialist travel insurance broker. The comprehensive policy they issue provides 24-hour medical emergency assistance and covers altitude and all adventurous activities undertaken on our holidays. For single-trip policies, the insurance provides cover for both UK and worldwide residents at very competitive rates. In addition an annual policy is available to United Kingdom residents. To obtain insurance cover visit the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. You may also telephone Campbell Irvine (020 7938 1734) to activate a policy.
Single Supplement:
£295 (Hotels) £100 (Tent) If you are a single person booking this holiday you do not have to pay single supplements, if you are happy to share. If you are travelling by yourself you will be paired with another single client of the same gender. However your booking is accepted only on the understanding that if no roommate is available then you accept a single supplement will be levied. Single supplements are payable if you specifically request to have a room to yourself. If you have requested single accommodation we will do our best to secure this although this may not always be possible.
A MAGNIFICENT JOURNEY COMBINING TWO EXCELLENT TREKS: THE SINGALILA RIDGE & THE GOECHA LA
