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Silk Route Package Tour from Kolkata

Embark on a journey of a lifetime with our Silk Route Package Tour. Imagine tracing the footsteps of ancient traders and explorers, venturing into the heart of the Himalayas, and uncovering the hidden gems of East Sikkim's Old Silk Route. This unique adventure promises not just a holiday, but a transformative experience that will leave you awestruck.

The Silk Route, also known as the Silk Road, is a historic trade route that played a vital role in connecting India to China centuries ago. Today, it remains a testament to the rich tapestry of history and culture, hidden away in the scenic landscapes of East Sikkim, India.

Our carefully curated Silk Route tour from Kolkata takes you on a mesmerizing journey through breathtaking locales. As you traverse the winding paths of Lhasa, Nathu-La, and Jeep-La Pass, you'll feel the echoes of ancient caravans carrying silk, spices, and stories from distant lands. The route eventually leads to the serene port of Tamluk in West Bengal, where the journey continues by sea.

At an altitude of 13,200 feet in Gnathang, the Silk Route tour offers a tranquil escape from the bustle of city life. Here, amidst the towering peaks of the Himalayas, you'll find a peaceful atmosphere that is sure to rejuvenate your spirit. The stunning vistas of snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes create a surreal backdrop for your adventure.

In a world recovering from the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the allure of the Silk Route is stronger than ever. The desire for fresh air, untamed natural beauty, and a deeper connection with nature beckons travelers from all walks of life. Whether you seek solace or quality time with loved ones, the Silk Route tour is the perfect choice.

While popular destinations in Sikkim like Gangtok, North Sikkim, and Pelling have grown crowded and noisy, the Silk Route remains a well-kept secret. NatureWings is delighted to present an opportunity for you to craft cherished holiday memories in this unexplored paradise. Our competitively priced Silk Route packages offer deluxe and standard homestays with top-notch facilities to ensure your journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

So, leave behind the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary with our Silk Route Tour Package from Kolkata. Get ready to be enchanted by the ancient wonders and untouched natural beauty that await you on this remarkable voyage.

NatureWings Offer Silk Route Tour Package from Kolkata with Deluxe Homestay @ Lowest Price. For Booking CALL +91-99033-27505

To Book Silk Route Tour Visit our Website : https://www.naturewings.com/packages/silk-route-packages

Why NatureWings is best for Silk Route Package Tour Booking?

NatureWings is Silk Route Tour Specialist for more than 8 years Company Offers Dulux Homestays in Zuluk, Gnathang, RongpoKhola and Sillery-Gaon

The team of experience Passionate Travelers

Choice of more than 10 hands picked destinations

Personally visited & certified by NatureWings team

Expert in conducting Silk Route Group Tour

Complete day to day guidance and assistance from NJP to NJP by NatureWings team member

Every year company conduct Silk Route Group Departure in Summer Vacation and Puja Holidays

Always handled by NatureWings Team itself, not handed over to a Sub-Agent

Day Wise Silk Route Tour Package Plan :

Day 1: NJP/IXB to Sillery Gaon

Day 2: Sillery Gaon to Aritar

Day 3: Aritar/Mankhim to Zuluk

Day 4: Zuluk to Nathang

Day 5: Nathang to Rongpokhola

Day 6: Rongpokhola to NJP / IXB

Activities you can indulge in Old Silk Route Package Tour :

Paragliding at Delo Hills, Kalimpong

A soft trekking to Ramitey Dara view point, Sillery-Gaon

Night Campfire and Bar-B-Q in Sillery Gaon

Explore the ruins of Dumsung fort amidst in the forest from Sillery Gaon

Soak your feet and play with crystal clear water of the Reshi River

Trout fishing in the clear stream of the Reshi River

Trout fishing at Rongpokhola in the Rangpo River

Boating at Ariter Lake

Watching magnificent Sunrise from Lungthung and Thumbi Viewpoint

Visit Kupup Lake, one of the sacred lakes in Sikkim at 13,066ft altitude

You can drive further to behold the magnificent Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake at 12,310ft

Visit and pay respect to Old Baba Mandir

What are the best sightseeing places to explore in Ajker Silk Route Tour Package?

Zuluk Loop : 32 hair-pin curves Thambi View Point : Best for Zuluk Zigzag view and Himalayan Range Nathang Valley : Offer best snow all round year Kupup Lake : Named as Elephant Lake with picturesque natural beauty Menmecho Lake : Lake with good ambience and awesome scenic beauty Lungthung : A remote village at 11,500 ft offering great Himalayan view Tukla Valley : Offer great view of Mt. Kanchenjungha from 12,500 ft altitude Old Baba Mandir : A temple of faith dedicated to sepoy Baba Harbhajan Singh near kupup village Tsomgo Lake : A must visit place for every Sikkim Gangtok Traveller

Some Offbeat Places to Explore In Silk Route Package Tour from Kolkata?

Delo park from Ramdhura

Jalsa Bunglow

Silent valley

Soft trek to Ramiteydara viewpoint

Explore the ruins of Dumssung fort amidst in the forest

Ariter or Lampokhri lake

Mankhim viewpoint

Lingtam Monestry

Kuekhola Falls on Old Silk route

Thambi Viewpoint

Old Baba Mandir

War memorial at Tukla Valley

Kupup Lake or elephant lake

Yak golf course

Budha Cave & Budha falls

Silk Route Package Tour Inclusions

Accommodation in the listed Hotels / Homestays

All Meals (Breakfast / Lunch / Evening Snacks / Dinner)

All transfers in an exclusive non-ac vehicle (NJP-NJP)

Driver allowances, fuel, toll tax

All permits and applicable taxes

The Silk Route Package Tour provides a unique journey combining history, culture, and natural beauty. Travelers can explore the region's rich heritage, visit historic monasteries, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas. This adventure offers a memorable and immersive experience for history enthusiasts, adventurers, and those seeking a peaceful escape. Don't miss the opportunity to embark on this extraordinary Silk Route adventure from Kolkata.

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shine4u · 6 years

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The small hamlet, Mankhim of Sikkim is nestled in the lap of Eastern Himalayas. It’s a hilltop of Aritar and offers a picturesque panoramic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Lampokhri Lake of Aritar. I always believe that the best way of exploring a place is through the eyes of the local people and observing their struggle and their lifestyle. Our Mankhim stay bestowed us that opportunity to feel the pulse of a simple hilly village beyond of its natural beauty. The location still counted as the offbeat. Hence, the beauty of this scenic village and the simplicity of the villagers are not contaminated by the torture of the tourist named monster. And a traveler still can enjoy the warmth of the local people and the unmodified natural beauty.

Please read my previous blog posts of “Along the Old Silk Route” series to connect with the mesmerizing trip to Sikkim.

Along the Old Silk Route #1: Trip Plan

Along the Old Silk Route #2: Romantic Rishikhola

Along the Old Silk Route #3: A day at Aritar

How to reach Mankhim?

After enjoying the serenity of Aritar, we came to Mankhim. It was only 3 km from Aritar. As we were making our old silk route trip, we came here from Rishikhola. It was only 18 km distance. As we reached here after visiting the Aritar town, it took almost 4 hours. If you plan to stay at Aritar, I’ll suggest staying at Mankhim, the hilltop of Aritar. It offers a great view of Kanchenjunga and the valley.

A simple house in the village.

If you plan for a weekend gateway, you can come here from the nearby Railway Station, NewJalpaiguri (NJP) by hiring a cab. It takes 3-4 hours (approx 126km) and the cost is 3000-3500Rs for a day. The charges of the cab are almost the same if you come from the Bagdogra airport (nearby).

Another way to visit Mankhim and Aritar as well is from Gangtok. There are many travel agents in the Gangtok. You can easily make the old silk route trip by booking a cab at 2500-3500 Rs per day cost. If you look for a package tour to avoid all the hassles of travel, you can go for a recognized online travel agency for organizing the trip.

How to explore Mankhim?

When we reached Mankhim, we saw our homestay was at the uphill where we have to pass away by walk. When I looked on the other side, I saw the cloud wrapped around a beautiful green valley and the bright midday sunlight spreads a golden hue over the valley. Slowly, the cloud disappeared and the valley revealed its hidden treasure.

Misty Valley.

We walk through the distance of about more than 1 km to reach our Homestay. The road is so beautiful that we never felt exhausted to move up. The narrow road that leads to the Mankhim top where the Shiva temple is situated. Both sides of that narrow road were hidden with the colorful cosmos and Rhododendron flowers. Our Homestay was just beneath the Temple and it was a floral stay. The big house was covered with many different colorful flowers. The cool breeze and the lite mist in the sunny afternoon with the dance of the colorful cosmos flowers were creating so amazing atmosphere that increased my appetite to discover the hidden treasure within it.

The floral Path

The floral path

A misty Afternoon:

After keeping our luggage in the room, we took our lunch with the rice, dal, potato fry, cabbage curry and Egg curry. The meal was good from the aspect of quality and quantity. The secret of exploring mountain is using the daylight as much as possible. The night is too long and passive in such villages. So, after having lunch, I travel around the village with my camera to know the people and explore the place more intensely.

I saw a primary school, where the children are playing around the campus. When they saw me, they came towards the closed gate of the school and shouted, “Didi, take our pictures, please”. I didn’t miss the chance. As the teacher saw that, she scold little to the children and ordered them to come inside. I showed a thumbs up to them and go forward to the road.

The children of the primary school.

The valley was almost covered with the mist of afternoon. I found out a girl was drying her long hair on the ceiling of her home. Their house was along the hilltop. I simply watched over the stairs to gain at that roof and met that Sikkimise girl. She told me that she is a student of a school of Aritar and she walks 8 km, daily, to go to her school. I saw her Mom was coming home with her two little kids who are also holding two bags which are filled with veggies and milk bottles. I surprised to see them how they are rising up by coming after such long, narrow and slippery way with such big bags. After spending some time with them, I went for the Umbrella Point.

The girl came from the cloud.

Here, I got a panoramic view of the valley.That time the valley was almost cleared from the mist. But the mountain range around the valley was under the shield of the cloud.

The green valley of Mankhim.

In the local language, Mankhim means Temple. A Shiva temple was placed at the top of the Mankhim. The temple is simple. Merely, the panorama from the temple was mesmerizing. The top-view of Lampokhri Lake that I posted in my earlier post was taken from this hilltop. In the mountain, the evening comes very fast and the daylight falls in a wink. I didn’t realize when the mist of the afternoon turned into the darkness of the eve. I went down from the temple and came to our Homestay, which was barely under the temple. The canteen of the Homestay arranged the crispy and crunchy chicken Pokora with the ginger tea as the evening snacks. The temperature was getting lower as the night increases. We took the dinner after some time and went to bed in the hope of watching Kanchenjunga in the morning.

The Sunshine of the Morning:

As the light of the morning came from the windowpane, I woke up and ran outside. The mist still covered the garden and the flowers were looking for the first ray of sun. We missed the sunrise as the cloud masking the whole mountain range. The part of the pick of the Mt. Kanchenjunga was glowing from the mist. That was a nice morning. As the light of the sunshine fallen on the valley, the valley came alive again. The birds were chirping, flowers were dancing and the butterflies were flying in the garden.The people of the village were getting active in their work.

The mist of the morning masked the mountain range of Kanchenjunga.

Our driver, Bhutia, came and said to get ready for the Dzuluk or Zuluk. He said that he has arranged the permit for entering the old silk route ( we gave him all documents and money for the permit). I wished to stay some more days here and enjoy my floral stay.

Where to stay at Mankhim?

There was few homestay at the Mankhim. It’s not easy to find the homestay and book those by online as the Internet connection is poor here. These are some homestays, which you can book by calling over the phone.

Kanchenjunga Mirror Homestay:

Lalit Rai, an experienced tour operator of East Sikkim/ the Old silk route trip is the owner of this homestay. Rooms and food are good standards. We resided here for a night. The view of the Lampokhri Lake and Mt. Kanchenjunga from here is awesome. They are a bit professional. We couldn’t find the warmth of the home from here.

Phone: 9775915047/9647142589

2.Mankhim viewpoint and homestay:

A small, but a beautiful Homestay. I met the Uncle and Aunty (owner) of the home. They are very friendly and their hospitability is amazing. They provide organic vegetables in the food from their garden. Here is also the facility of the campfire and they provide the woods for it in the free of cost.

Phone-7384226792, Whatsapp-9733135528.

Both the Homestays have the facility of organizing a tour or providing the cars for the old silk route trip. The cost of lodging and food are the same and that is 800-900Rs.

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If you are a poet, poetry will come from your heart when you spend a bright, misty morning in this valley. The valley has its own charm. The peace and sweetness of nature make a creative person more creative. If you can come in a group, you can enjoy the coldness of a passive evening by arranging campfire with the music and songs. You can also view Rolep, Zuluk and the old silk route from here. But, traveling the old silk route in a day is too hectic for one. I believe the secret of exploring the hidden beauty of the East Sikkim is staying different village and enjoying the village life and nature more closely.

Please stay tuned by subscribing your Email at my Newsletter to get updated with stories and photos of the “Along the old silk route series.”.

Along the Old Silk Route #4: Mankhim The small hamlet, Mankhim of Sikkim is nestled in the lap of Eastern Himalayas. It’s a hilltop of Aritar and offers a picturesque panoramic view of Mt.

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