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What makes Sikkim so special?
Mountain Kingdoms ran their first ever trekking holiday in Sikkim in 1997 (Kanchenjunga and the Goecha La) and the country has remained a firm favourite ever since.
Whether visiting on a tour or a trekking holiday, Sikkim rewards its adventurous visitors with great mountain walking and a strongly individual culture. Trekking tours of Sikkim can feature train journeys across northern India, visits to ancient monasteries, and explorations of Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. For those who want to go to an unspoilt and seldom explored part of the Himalayas, a holiday in Sikkim is the perfect choice.
Known as the ‘Garden Kingdom of the Himalaya’, trekking in Sikkim gives access to an especially beautiful portion of the Himalayan mountains, including Kangchenjunga, the world’s third highest mountain. After its annexation by India in 1975, Sikkim became a Restricted Area, requiring special entry permits, and as a result has retained its original Buddhist charm. Despite the great opportunities for trekking in Sikkim, its restricted entry means it receives far fewer visitors than Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet.
Sikkim
Towering snow-capped mountains, lushly forested valleys, impressive ancient monasteries and charming colonial hill stations – the essence of the last Himalayan Shangri-La can still be found in Sikkim.
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3 Holidays
New for 2020
- Splendid Himalayan trekking with scenic camps and panoramic viewpoints
- Enjoy stunning sunrise views of Kangchenjunga
- Time in Darjeeling with a chance to ride the famous Toy Train
- Explore the charming hill station of Kalimpong
- Full-service camping on trek and good quality centrally located hotels
Flight inclusive from £2,995, Land only from £2,295
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- A rewarding trek in remote north Sikkim visited by very few westerners
- Fabulous views of Kangchenjunga - considered to be some of the best mountain views in the Himalaya
- Visit the inaccessible and beautiful Zemu Glacier
- Sightseeing in Gangtok with accommodation in a characterful hotel
Flight inclusive from £4,795, Land only from £4,095
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Brahmaputra River Cruise with Darjeeling
17 day Tour
- Explore Darjeeling, including a ride on the 'Toy train'
- Stay in a superior cabin on a luxurious cruise boat
- Visit a tea plantation and Majuli Island
- Take a jeep safari in Kaziranga National Park to see rhinos
Flight inclusive from £4,420, Land only from £3,795
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