Journey in Brief: This gap year trip will take you on a journey through some of the most incredible sites and to the most beautiful hill stations in India’s twenty-two states.
Sikkim, bordered by Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan is one of the few areas left in India that is relatively untouched by tourists. A place still regarded as one of the last Himalayan Shangri-La's, Sikkim is a beautiful and magical destination where you can see many influences from its neighbouring countries. And if the sights you'll see in Sikkim aren't enough to intoxicate your senses then just wait until you get to Darjeeling where you'll see for yourself the magnificent splendour of the peaks of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga.
You can travel here through out the year with the exception of the Monsoon months which are from June to August & from mid December to end January when it gets extremely cold.
Highlights:
- Visit a hill station from the days of the 'British Raj'
- Travel by the quaint 'toy train'
- Visit a tea garden in the famous region of tea - 'Darjeeling'
- Experience the unique culture of Sikkim
Recommended:
- Bring appropriate clothing and footwear - warm and sturdy for Himalayan treks.
- Lighter and all-covering for heat and for visiting temples.
- A scarf is also useful for women for head covering visiting temples.