Versay Trek Overview
Versay Trek is located in the extreme west. It is famous for Rhododendron forests. A must visit a forest has umpteen Rhododendrons. The whole forest is ablaze with riot of Rhododendron Flowers. The back drop of the mountains is truly a mesmerizing experience.
The trekking in Sikkim is considered to be one of the most attractive, by nature-lovers. It takes adventurers through the Rhododendron forests & steep hills. The journey starts at Bagdogra, through Gangtok, Hilley to reach Versey. The journey is a combination of drive and trek, thus not making it very tiresome. The Uttaranchal trek gives you an opportunity to visit the famous Tibetian monasteries, Institute of Tibetology and many other related things that are allied with ancient Tibetan culture.
The night stay in camps is another experience which many visitors cherish for long in their memories. The trekkers huts are located in the most picturesque locations. The towering mountains will give you a feeling of a dwarf. The abundant variety of orchids and species of birds, for which the region is famous, offer you remarkable views on the way. Sikkim has many more places to visit and these Sikkim tourist places are some of the most famous ones in India.
Day 1:
On arrival at Bagdogra airport we will drive our way to Gangtok, which is at distance 126 kms from the airport. After completing the 5 hrs journey, we will transfer to our hotel, for an overnight stay.
Day 2:
After having breakfast, we will start our journey to visit Enchey Monastery, Government Institute of Cottage Industry, Dodrul Chorten, Research Institute of Tibetology and Rumtek Monastery, which are situated at a radius of 24kms from the city. Overnight stay will be preceded with Dinner in the hotel.
Day 3:
After having an early breakfast, we will drive to Hilley. The distance is of 115 kms which takes almost 4 hour to reach at a height of 2840 meters. Here we will walk through a lush forest of pines, firs and rhododendron to Versey. Night stay is in the tourist hut or tent.
Day 4:
On the 4th day we will take a halt at Versey and will explore the nearby area and savor the sight and the scent of the flowers. Stay at night in the tourist hut or tent.
Day 5:
After breakfast, we will take a walk downhill to the village of Dentam, from here a drive of 7 kms will take us to Pelling. In the evening, we will visit the Pemayansgste Monastery. Stay at night in the hotel.
Day 6:
After having breakfast, we take a drive to Khecheopalri Lake which is known as the wishing lake. It is considered as a very sacred lake by the Sikkimese. A short walk of 2 km (about 45mins) brings us to Sangachholing Monastery. It is located on a hill top. Overnight stay is in the hotel.
Day 7:
On this last day, after breakfast, we will depart for Bagdogra airport, for our return journey.