Sikkim is a land of various different cultures and religion; in its villages and houses life has got it's own rhythm and meaning. To get to know Sikkim's culture to it's roots one has to be in the homes and villages. West Sikkim is a place of great natural beauty. In the surrounding of Pelling, Tashiding and Yuksom one can see some of Sikkim's most impressive monasteries, sacred places and historical sites. Hiking from village to village one gets to know the different ways of living of the Lepchas, Bhutias and various Nepali ethnical groups. Thick forests, gushing rivers and waterfalls, Rhododendrons and orchids, colourful butterflies and birds and above all the majestic Khanchendzonga Range make this trip an unforgettable experience.

Itinerary Detail
Arrive Delhi or Kathmandu, transfered to hotel.(Hotel &B)
Day 1.	Arrival at Calcutta. Exploration of this colourful city. From Calcutta to New Jalpaiguri overnight train journey.
Day 2.	Transfer from New Jalpaiguri to Pelling by Jeep; home stay in Sangay village near Pelling
Day 3.	Explore Pemayangste Monastery, Rabdentse Palace Ruins and Sangacholing Gompa
Day 4.	Hike to Darap subba village stay in Darap village
Day 5.	Hike to Khecheopalri Lake via Rimbi Stream, home stay in Khecheopalri
Day 6.	Hike to the cave and view point on Khecheopalri Hilltop
Day 7.	Hike to Yuksom, home stay
Day 8.	Hike via Dubdi Monastery to the Village of Tsong, homestay
Day 9.	From Tsong back to Yuksom, home stay
Day 10.	Hike from Yuksom to Tashiding, home stay
Day 11.	Transfer by Jeep from Yuksom to Rinchenpong, home stay
Day 12.	Drive from Rinchenpong to Hilley, from Hilley trek to Varshey, overnight in tents
Day 13.	Hike from Hilley to Uttarey, home stay
Day 14.	Drive from Uttarey to New Jalpaiguri, overnight train journey back to Calcutta
Day 15.	Day free at Calcutta, Returnflight