14-Day Mountain Bike Tour in Darjeeling and Sikkim with Monasteries
About This Tour
Embark on a 14-day mountain biking adventure through the spectacular landscapes of Darjeeling and Sikkim, where winding mountain roads, lush tea estates, ancien...
Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Siliguri, Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kalimpong, Pelling, Yuksom · Languages: English
Know before you go: We need the guest's name and arrival/departure details to process your booking.; Confirmation of the above-mentioned hotels is subject to availability; otherwise, similar category hotels will be confirmed.; If you require a room heater, please contact the hotel reception directly for payment.; After check-in, if you would like to upgrade your room, you can contact the reception directly. All extra charges are to be paid on the spot.; Please carry four copies of passport-sized photos (one for each person), along with your passport and visa, for verification for the Inner Line Permit (ILP) for your Sikkim visit.; Please advise guests not to carry satellite phones, as they are strictly prohibited.; Please do not request a credit facility, as we do not offer any credit options.; Any costs arising due to natural calamities such as landslides, road blockages, political disturbances, etc. are to be borne by the client and payable on the spot.
About Gangtok
Gangtok
The famous capital of far-flung Sikkim is hailed for its pristine condition, while local guides here specialize in hitting the Himalaya, watersports on the Rangit, temple trotting and waterfall spotting.
What's Included
- Included in the tour cost are MAPAI meals per day (breakfast and dinner).
- Hotel accommodation in standard equivalent hotels - names will be provided once the package is confirmed.
- Mountain bike (Polycon Prime 2/9).
- English-speaking tour and bike rider guide.
- Transportation and sightseeing by luxury vehicle.
- Drinking water, 100 ml per person per day.
- Entrance fees.
- First aid kit box and government tax.
Not Included
- Airfare/train fare (domestic and international).
- Personal expenses such as beverages, alcohol, phone call charges, laundry charges, tipping, etc.
- Airport and departure taxes.
- Travel insurance.
- Any other services requested separately during the course of the tour for any reason.
- Any services not specified in the inclusions.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Siliguri and Bike Preparation
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and meet your representative for the transfer to Siliguri, approximately 20 kilometers away. Check in to your hotel and settle in. Inspect, assemble, and test your mountain bike in preparation for the cycling adventure. Relax and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Siliguri.
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2Day 02
Ride from Siliguri to Mirik
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the ride to Mirik, covering approximately 46 kilometers. Pass through scenic countryside and tea-growing regions. Stop at a Darjeeling tea plantation and Tingling View Point to admire the surrounding landscapes. Arrive in Mirik and check in to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Mirik.
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3Day 03
Cycle from Mirik to Darjeeling
Have breakfast and ride approximately 40 kilometers to Darjeeling. Cycle through pine forests and mountain roads. Stop at Simana View Point and Gopaldhara Tea Garden along the route. Arrive in Darjeeling and check in to your hotel. Relax and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
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4Day 04
Bike Exploration of Darjeeling
Ride to Tiger Hill at 8,400 feet for breathtaking views of Mount Kanchenjunga. Visit Ghoom Monastery, also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery. Explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. Visit the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. Spend the evening exploring local markets or relaxing. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
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5Day 05
Ride from Darjeeling to Okhrey
Enjoy breakfast before riding approximately 63 kilometers to Okhrey. Pass through beautiful Himalayan landscapes and mountain villages. Arrive in Okhrey and check in to your accommodation. Relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Overnight stay in Okhrey.
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6Day 06
Cycle from Okhrey to Rinchenpong
Begin the day with breakfast before cycling approximately 49 kilometers. Ride through scenic forests, villages, and mountain roads. Arrive in Rinchenpong and check in to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening. Overnight stay in Rinchenpong.
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7Day 07
Ride from Rinchenpong to Pelling
Have breakfast and continue the cycling adventure to Pelling, covering approximately 47 kilometers. Admire stunning Himalayan views throughout the ride. Arrive in Pelling and check in to your accommodation. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Pelling.
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8Day 08
Cycle from Pelling to Historic Yuksom
Enjoy breakfast before riding approximately 50 kilometers to Yuksom. Cycle through scenic mountain landscapes and traditional villages. Arrive in Yuksom, the historic first capital of Sikkim. Check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Yuksom.
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9Day 09
Ride to Kewzing or Ravangla via Sacred Sites
Start the day with breakfast before cycling approximately 50 kilometers. Stop at the beautiful Phamrong Waterfall. Visit the sacred Tashiding Monastery. Continue through picturesque countryside and mountain scenery. Arrive in Kewzing or Ravangla and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Kewzing or Ravangla.
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10Day 10
Cycle from Kewzing or Ravangla to Martam
Enjoy breakfast before riding approximately 55 kilometers to Martam. Stop at Buddha Park and admire its impressive statue and peaceful setting. Continue cycling through the scenic landscapes of Sikkim. Arrive in Martam and check in to your accommodation. Overnight stay in Martam.
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11Day 11
Gangtok Sightseeing by Road
Enjoy breakfast before departing for Gangtok by road. Visit Rumtek Monastery, one of the most significant monasteries in Sikkim. Explore Enchey Monastery and Do Drul Chorten. Visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Discover the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom and the Flower Exhibition Centre. Explore Gangtok Market before returning to Martam. Overnight stay in Martam.
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12Day 12
Ride from Martam to Kalimpong via Monsong
Enjoy breakfast and ride to Kalimpong via Monsong, covering approximately 58 kilometers. Pass through beautiful forested roads and mountain scenery. Arrive in Kalimpong and check in to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Kalimpong.
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13Day 13
Explore Kalimpong by Bike
Enjoy breakfast before exploring Kalimpong by bike. Visit Deolo Hill for panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Explore Durbin Monastery and Shanti Kunj Nursery. Spend the evening shopping or relaxing at leisure. Overnight stay in Kalimpong.
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14Day 14
Departure from Kalimpong to Bagdogra
Enjoy breakfast before checking out from your hotel. Transfer to Bagdogra Airport, covering approximately 80 kilometers in around four hours. Arrive at the airport for your onward journey. Conclude your memorable 14-day Darjeeling Sikkim Mountain Bike Tour.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Bagdogra International Airport Road, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India · Tour start: Sikkim, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.