Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the historic Old Silk Route in East Sikkim, where breathtaking landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and rich cultural heritage await. This carefully curated itinerary takes you through picturesque villages, thrilling mountain roads, and high-altitude valleys, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Rongli (5,200 ft.) – A charming town on the banks of the Rongli River, where the Inner Line Permit for Nathula is issued.
Rongli Dam – A stunning concrete dam on the Rongli River, holding 45,200 cubic meters of water.
Lingtam (5,082 ft.) – A peaceful sun-kissed village surrounded by hills, home to the Lingtam Monastery.
Keukhela Falls (Kali Khola Falls) – A magnificent 100m waterfall on the Old Silk Route, nestled between Lingtam and Padamchen.
Overnight Stay at Zuluk Homestay
Zuluk (7,000 ft.) – A quaint Himalayan village offering breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga range.
Zig Zag Road (Bhulbhuliya) – One of the world’s most thrilling roads with 32 hairpin bends, offering spectacular aerial views of Zuluk.
Thambi Viewpoint (11,200 ft.) – A stunning viewpoint providing panoramic views of Kanchenjunga and the winding Zig-Zag Road.
Lungthung (11,500 ft.) – A peaceful village with breathtaking Himalayan views.
Tukla Valley (12,500 ft.) – A high-altitude valley with a war memorial honoring British soldiers from the Battle of Tukla.
Jeelpla Pass View (13,999 ft.) – A historic Silk Route mountain pass that once connected India to Lhasa, Tibet.
Old Baba Mandir (13,123 ft.) – The original bunker shrine of Baba Harbhajan Singh, a revered Indian Army soldier.
Overnight Stay at Zuluk Homestay
Nathang Valley (13,200 ft.) – Often called the "Ladakh of East India," Nathang is the most scenic part of the Old Silk Route.
The valley changes colors with the seasons—golden in autumn, vibrant with flowers in monsoon, and covered in 5 feet of snow in winter.
Experience the Buddhist prayer flags fluttering against the backdrop of snow-covered mountains.
After a full day of exploring, return to Zuluk for a night stay before concluding this unforgettable journey.