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Discover a quieter side of Sikkim through Soreng, Chakung, Sribadam and Mangalbarey—a journey designed around village life, homestays, forest walks, local cuisine and meaningful cultural encounters. Away from the usual tourist circuit, this experience takes you through tea gardens, pine forests, Himalayan viewpoints, monasteries, waterfalls, farms and traditional homes. Sunrise walks, village trails, local meals and conversations with host families make this a journey of connection rather than simply sightseeing. Soreng is surrounded by forested ridges and scenic viewpoints, with trails such as Jhandi Dara, Chuli Dara, Bir Dara and Gumba Dara offering panoramic Himalayan views, including spectacular views of Mt. Kanchenjunga on clear mornings.
Arrive at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and begin the scenic drive towards Chakung via Jorethang. Check in to your homestay and receive a traditional welcome from your host family. Later, take a leisurely walk through Chakung village, surrounded by pine-covered landscapes. Enjoy dinner with your host family and experience the warmth of local hospitality.
Overnight: Chakung
Begin the morning with a sunrise excursion to the Watch Tower / Aganey Dara, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills. Continue through the pine forests and visit Yoshal Choling Gumpha and the local handicraft centre. Spend time interacting with local artisans and village elders to gain an insight into the traditions and everyday life of the community.
Overnight: Chakung
Depart Chakung and explore the Vrindaban Dham site at Dodak before continuing to Gyathan Waterfalls at Buriakhop. After a lunch break around Mangsari or Tharup, visit a traditional Limboo heritage house and continue through scenic hills and terraced villages towards Soreng. On arrival, check in to your homestay. Later, enjoy a village walk and a traditional host performance at the homestay.
Overnight: Soreng
Start early with a sunrise hike to Jhandi Dara, known for its spectacular views of the Himalayan range and, on clear days, Mt. Kanchenjunga. Continue with a walk to Gumba Dara Monastery and a nearby forest viewpoint. Later, visit Soreng Jheel, Char-Kharkey Trail and local organic farms. Enjoy an organic lunch featuring locally sourced ingredients.
Overnight: Soreng
Travel towards Sribadam, visiting Siga Devi Mandir, Ugen Lhudupa Che Monastery and Chagey Waterfall along the way. Check in to your homestay and explore a local mushroom farming unit and a 200-year-old Bhutia heritage house. In the evening, participate in a meditation session or introduction to Buddhist philosophy at Phuntok Choeling Monastery, subject to availability.
Overnight: Sribadam
After breakfast, explore the natural and cultural surroundings of Sribadam. Visit Chamko Pokhari, Sribadam Lake, Reshi Waterfalls and Sribadam Waterfalls. Continue through pine forests to the Rainbow Trout Fishery, Palyul Decham Gawaling Monastery and a model apple farm. Enjoy a relaxed evening at the homestay.
Overnight: Sribadam
Continue towards Mangalbarey via Kaluk and Rinchenpong. En route, visit Rinchenpong Monastery and Rabindra Nath Tagore Park. Stop at Azhing Farm House for an agro-tour before continuing to Mangalbarey. After a traditional lunch, explore Mangkhim, Gadi Dham and Lhuntse Monastery. Later, learn about herbal farming, traditional practices and village lifestyles through an informal interaction with the local community. Enjoy a traditional dinner with your host family.
Overnight: Mangalbarey
Begin the day with an early visit to Gaon Gumo to witness the sunrise and panoramic valley views. Return for breakfast and bid farewell to your host family. Begin the journey towards NJP or Bagdogra, with a stop at Phu Cha Chu Sulphurous Hot Spring for a relaxing natural experience. If time permits, visit Lho Khando Sang Pho Cave, one of Sikkim’s sacred meditation caves associated with Buddhist tradition. After lunch at Jorethang, continue towards your final destination. Tour ends with beautiful memories of the villages, valleys and people of Offbeat Sikkim.