Sikkim Darjeeling Thrilling Bike Trip
About the destination:
Obscured from the world, the abode to Mt. Kanchenjunga is a heaven on earth. With its charming hill stations, winding roads carving their way through hills, pristine meadows adorned with rhododendron flowers, and majestic landscapes, Sikkim is a paradise to bikers. So, embark on a thrilling bike trip to Sikkim and get mesmerized by the beauty of the valley of flowers, the 17,800 ft. Gurudongmnar lake and also pass through the quaint hamlets of Lachen. Hop on your bikes for a high-octane ride into mesmerizing splendor of the mountainous state.
Quick Facts About Sikkim Bike Trip :
Starting Point/ End Point : Siliguri
Tour Type : Group Tour
Duration : 9 Days & 8 Nights
Route : Siliguri - Gangtok - Lachen - Gurudongmar - Lachung - Yumthnag Valley - Zuluk - Padamnchen - Darjeeling - Siliguri
Group Departure Dates :
Sept: 10th Sept (Sold Out), 24th Sept (Fast Filling)
Oct: 8th Oct (Sold Out), 22nd Oct 201 (Fast Filling)
Nov: 5th Nov 2021, 26th Nov 2021 (Both Dates Available)
Spotlight
🚗Transport Included 🍲Meals Included 🚶🏼♂️Guide Included
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Tour Description
Inclusions :
- Service/ Backup vehicle for any emergency use
- Bikes selected as per variant
- Accommodation in Hotels and Homestay
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- Mechanic back-up
- Experienced road captain
- Expenditure certificate
- All permits and tolls
- First aid kit
- Oxygen cylinder
- Helmet
About the tour:
- Embark on this bike trip through the iconic stretches. Start with a ride from Siliguri to Gangtok, while facing the changing weather- initially humid shortly chilly.
- From Lachung head towards the Zero Point the last out post of civilization of India on the Indo-China Border and also stop at Yumthang Valley the beautiful Valley of Flowers of Sikkim. .
- When in Lachen The Gurudongmar Lake waits for you to get submerged in its beauty. Spend some quality time here and then head to your Hotel and Check Out from there.
- Relish a rest day at Gangtok and renew the permits for a tour towards Eastern Sikkim. Explore the Local Market on your own and shop souvenirs.
- Waltz through the hairpin bends of Zuluk, ride across Nathula Pass and reach Padamchen, a village in the foothill slopes of Himalayas.
- From here, head towards Queen of Hills- “Dajeeling”. Next day start riding early towards Tiger Hill to get the majestic view of Kanchenjunga Hills at the time of Sunrise.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Siliguri | Set out on the biking adventure and explore the scenic views on the way
Description:
- Reach at the meeting point in Siliguri at 6:30
- Meet the team and create the right mindset for your journey
- Travel through the hilly curves crossing small villages
- Feel the mountain breeze as you ride beyond the Sikkim border
- After having lunch, start haggling for the permits
- Overnight stay at Gangtok
Day 2 - Lachung | Get the best views of India’s highest peak
Description:
- Have a sumptuous breakfast
- Ride towards the Yumthang Valley housing rich meadows
- Glide along the most majestic waterfalls
- Keep an eye out for Kanchenjunga peak, when you reach Tashi viewpoint
- Once you arrive, check in to the hotel
- Overnight stay at Lachung
Day 3 - Zero Point | Get the best view of the Indo-China border when at Zero Point
Description:
- Have a delicious breakfast
- Ascend towards Zero Point, the last motorable point on the Indo-China border
- Linger in for a while, sip a relaxing cup of tea
- Make the return trip to Lachung, the valley full of flowers
- Start the journey towards Lachen
- Overnight stay at Lachen
Day 4 - Lachen | Witness the beauty of the highest altitude lake of India
Description:
- Grab some breakfast
- Go for a little excursion towards Gurudongmar Lake
- Traverse the winding roads to the lake, located at some height of 17800ft
- Sit by the scenic lake and cherish the present
- Ride back towards Lachen
- Have Lunch and Leave for Gangtok
- Overnight stay at Gangtok
Day 5 - Gangtok | Enjoy the sightseeing at the hilly destination
Description:
- Start your day with delicious breakfast.
- Make your bikes and yourself rest for the day.
- Enjoy the beauty of Gangtok .
- Look out for the picturesque valleys and landscapes.
- Spend the day at your leisure.
- Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 6 - Gangtok - Zuluk - Padmachen | Witness the alluring beauty of the quaint town
Description:
- Start riding early in the morning.
- Set forth towards the most recommended sight of Indo-China Border, Nathula Pass.
- Start descending towards Padamchen with the stunning views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.
- Cruise through the famous hairpin turns of Zuluk.
- Overnight stay in the calm of Padamchen.
Day 7 - Padamchen To Darjeeling; Enjoy the scenic views during the bike trip
Description:
- Relish a tasty breakfast.
- Ride your souls towards The Queen of hills Darjeeling.
- Drive through the circuitous roads.
- Get drawn away by the charming villages along the way.
- Arrive at the hotel in the evening and Check In.
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 8 - Darjeeling; Enjoy The Beauty of Queen Of hills
Description:
- Start Riding early in the morning to get the Glimpse of Sunrise from Tiger Hill
- After that visit the Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery.
- Head back to your Hotel after Morning sightseeing and Have your breakfast.
- Take some rest and get ready for another round of sightseeing.
- Cover major attractions like Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and many more.
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9 - Siliguri; Time to head back home
Description:
- Have a scrumptious breakfast, and pack your bags to return back
- Check-out from the hotel and ride towards Siliguri.
- Return your bikes and get transferred to NJP/IXB .
- Go back with unforgettable memories.
- It is now time to head back home or the next destination
Highlights
- Ride rigorously to the blissful sacred Gurudongmar Lake that lies at the height of 17800ft.
- Trace the famous Nathula Pass on the crossroads of Indo-China Border covered in snow.
- Induce in a peace of mind at the Zero Point while sipping a cup of tea in the icy breeze on valley.
- Twist the throttle while you ride across the soaring mountains of Gangtok covered under nature beauty.
- On your Royal Enfield, waltz through the hairpin bends of Zuluk capturing the unparalleled beauty.
Know Before You Go ➡️
- Liwana reserves the right to rearrange or change the itinerary for reasons that are beyond control like Natural calamity, weather conditions, road block etc.
- Pick up from airport should be mandatorily between 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM. Beyond these timings, it is recommended to stay in Siliguri & Traveller is advised to let Liwana know before booking if they are arriving after 7 PM in Siliguri so that Liwana can rearrange their Itinerary.
- Heavy rainfalls are observed between June – September which means that real time itinerary changes are possible. In case the roads are blocked due to landslides or any other natural calamity, a permit to go to North Sikkim may not be issued.
- Liwana will arrange alternate sightseeing for the travellers however cost of alternative accommodation needs to be borne by the customer as the hotels prebooked execute their cancellation policies & are nonrefundable. This is generally what happens when you book the hotels yourself as well.
- Consult a physician before undertaking the tour. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the tour.
- Participants must follow the ride captain throughout the tour.
- Zero Point is not included in Itinerary & is optional. It is completely dependent on the weather.
- Nathula Pass permit charges are not included in this package.
- All Traveller including co-travellers must carry 2 passport size photo and 2 photocopies of a valid id proof along with the originals(voter id, passport, driving license, govt job dept id proof are only accepted). Travellers are recommended to share Soft copies with the tour operator on official WhatsApp chats/groups (Liwana Chat groups) at least 3 days prior to the trip.
- As per state guidelines, travellers wearing a turban are not allowed in Lachen.
- By default, we arrange a standard room in the category that travellers books. In case a traveller prefers an upper category room or a suite, they are requested to inform before booking the package.
- Cholamo Lake, Green Lake and Lonak Valley are trekking routes, where cabs are not allowed and options for travelling at these spots have been barred by Sikkim Government.
- The services in Tata Sumo/bolero/ non-luxury car (Allotted from Govt local union) cannot be guaranteed in a good condition as the vehicles are usually very old and are already driven for more than 1 lakh kilometre in hilly terrains. We avoid arranging these cars for travellers.
- Liwana will arrange alternate sightseeing for the travellers however cost of alternative accommodation needs to be borne by the customer as the hotels prebooked execute their cancellation policies & are nonrefundable. This is generally what happens when you book the hotels yourself as well.
- Foreigners are not allowed to visit the Baba Mandir.
- Any sightseeing point which is not completed due to time constraints, traffic jam, natural calamity, travelers starting late, permits issued late or any other reason beyond control Liwana does not take the liability for a refund or a discount.
- GST is applicable to the package and not mentioned in the above cost.
- Air Fare / Train fare /Bus fare are not included in the package.
- Zero Point is not included in Itinerary & is optional. It is completely dependent on the weather.
- Fuel for the trip has to be borne by the guest only.
- Safari and entry charges are not included in the package.
- The tour takes place through eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government is to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of mask recommended.
- Nathula Pass is Indo-China Border which is operated by the Indian Army. There are some limitations to the entry of civilian therefore this place is optional in the itinerary. Travellers can opt for visiting this place at an additional charge directly to the tour operator. However, whether the travellers will be permitted to Nathula pass still depends on the instructions of Sikkim Tourism on the particular day of visit morning at 09:30 AM. Also, Nathula Check Post closes at 10:30 am & is closed on Monday & Tuesday every week.
- The traveler will have to take care of their international airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover.
- Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the tour.
- Real time cancellation is not entertained due to any reasons whatsoever. There will be no refund applicable. Rescheduling date of travel is treated as cancellation. 100% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation fee due to charges levied in pre-planning & pre-bookings.
Things to Carry
Warm clothes
Toilet paper & wipes
Back pack (50-60l)
Water bottle
Biking gears
Woollen cap, socks, mittens & scarf
Payment Term Policy
100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 7 days prior to date of travel.
Confirmation Policy
- As soon as you pay, you will receive a confirmation email from Liwana.
- The remaining amount needs to be paid before the date of travel.
Cancellation Policy
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If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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Refund Policy
The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.