Enjoy the 12 days, 11 nights Motorbiking Tour through Sikkim by Trip360

1. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Overview Sikkim is probably one of the most magnificent places in the world to visit, and this tour allows you to discover its vast expanses of mountains and hills on a motorbike. You will traverse on winding roads through rich vegetation consisting of lush forests, towering peaks and pristine rivers. In fact, you will get to see the third highest peak in the world, Kanchenjunga, which shares land with Nepal as well. This adventure will also give you the opportunity to learn about the rich cultural and religious heritage of Sikkim, which is centred on Buddhism, and also get to know about its significance on the Silk Route. If you are an adventure enthusiast, you will definitely enjoy this tour that will allow you to explore Sikkim with the wind in your hair and a smile on your face! Highlights: • See the spectacular vistas and meadows of the mountainsides while riding • Find your zen at the various temples and monasteries of this region, while you learn more about Buddhism • Witness spectacular views of the eastern Himalayan range, including Kanchenjunga • Enjoy exhilarating rides through lush green forests . • View one of the largest Buddha statues in India, standing at around 130 feet high Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 1/11

2. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Detailed Itinerary Although our ride will predominantly be through the state of Sikkim, we all meet up in Siliguri, which is found in the state of West Bengal. On arrival at the Siliguri airport, you will be greeted by one of our Trip 360 team members, who will escort you to the hotel. You will check-in to our designated hotel, meet your co-riders, and will be briefed about the adventurous journey you're embarking on the next day. We'll also take you through some safety precautions to ensure that all our riders have a great time with no complications during the adventure ahead. Meals - Dinner Day 1 Get ready for an early start! We will be riding to Pelling via Jorethang along the mighty Teesta River, which is 309 kilometres long! The towering Himalayas and Kanchenjunga can be seen from close quarters once we reach Pelling. It's also forms a base for trekkers and other adventurers, who undertake the strenuous and arduous treks in West Sikkim. The land around Pelling is still virgin territory and is bathed with alpine vegetation and numerous waterfalls line the hillside. In the winter months, Pelling is sometimes covered with a beautiful blanket of snow. Riding Distance : 135 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 2 Our ride for today will take us through beautiful, winding roads that overlook the valleys and the mighty Kanchenjunga as we make our way to Ravangla. We have a treat in store for you, as we will be riding to one of the most historic places in Sikkim, the huge Buddha statue at the Buddha Park, also known as Tathagata Tsal. This statue stands at 130 feet high and has become an important place of pilgrimage for Buddhists. There are also many famous monasteries nearby to visit. We then head to the village of Kewzing, where we will be spending the night. Riding Distance : 60 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 3 Today's journey will lead us to Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. As we bid adieu to Kewzing, we kick start the most scenic ride of our trip. We'll make our way through thick forests, past water crossing and waterfalls. On the way, we'll even enjoy riding past one of the many famous tea estates of the state. Our journey today will not be a quick one, as we'll take our time to truly enjoy Day 4 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Mother Nature's pristine beauty. Once we arrive in Gangtok, we park our mighty steeds and prepare ourselves for city life. Riding Distance : 75 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 2/11

3. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Detailed Itinerary Meals - Breakfast, Dinner It's time to give ourselves and our bikes a break, and we spend the day exploring the many treasures Gangtok has to offer. If you're looking for some spiritual intervention, you can head to one of the many Buddhist monasteries in the state to learn more about the people of Sikkim and their way of life. You can also appreciate the beauty of nature at the Saramsa Garden and the Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden. As you're wandering around the city, don't forget to feast on some traditional thukpa and momos. Day 5 We leave the city behind, as we wake up ready for another day of riding. We make our way from Gangtok to Lachen. The literal meaning of Lachen is 'Big Pass', and Lachen offers a perfect retreat to relax and escape from the daily trap of city life. Famous for its vast valleys, Lachen is the base camp for the two main trekking camps of Sikkim, Chopta Valley and Muguthang Valley. If you're lucky enough to visit during the summer, you will get a chance to witness the yak race in the Thangu Valley. Must visit places in Lachen include Chopta Valley, which is a shutterbug's paradise, and the Gurudongmar Lake, is one of the highest lakes in the world, which is considered sacred by both Buddhists and Hindus. . Riding Distance : 110 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 6 Enjoy a long ride today and explore some of the sights Sikkim has to offer. We make our way from Lachen to the gorgeous Gurudongmar Lake. This magnificent water body is one of the highest lakes in the world, and is located at an altitude of 5,430 metre. The lake is named after Guru Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche, who was the founder of Tibetan Buddhism who visited the lake in the 8th century. The next section of our journey takes us down to Lachung, which is at an elevation of about 2,900 metre and sits at the confluence of the Lachen and Lachung Rivers.Lachung has been described as the "most picturesque village of Sikkim" by the British explorer Joseph Dalton Hooker in The Himalayan Journal. Riding Distance : 250 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 3/11

4. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Today, we head back to the capital city of Gangtok. During our long, scenic ride, we will have an opportunity to stop at a historic destination in Sikkim called the Kabi Lungchok. This is where a "Treaty of Blood Brotherhood" was signed between the Lepchas, who were part of the ethnic tribal caste of Sikkim, and the Bhutias, the immigrants from southern Bhot. There are stone pillars that mark where the treaty was executed. After our historic stop, we get back on our steeds and ride into Gangtok. Riding Distance : 120 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 8 Detailed Itinerary It's another day in Gangtok and another much-needed rest day for us and our bikes. We can wake up at leisure today, and enjoy a hearty breakfast as well. Today we'll undertake an easy hour-long journey to the Rumtek Monastery. This peaceful Buddhist structure boasts some spectacular architecture that we can admire as we walk through the lush gardens that surround it. We then make our way back to Gangtok to get a good night's rest. Riding Distance : 20 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 9 We leave Gangtok, and an hour later we find ourselves at the Nathu La Pass that connects Sikkim to Tibet. This pass is 4,310 metres above the sea level, and forms a part of an offshoot of the ancient Silk Road. Gnathang Valley or Nathang Valley, is popularly called the "Ladakh of East India", and is considered to be one of the most beautiful places on the Old Silk Route. Surrounded by snow-capped hills and mountain landscapes, the Chinese Watch Towers on Jelep La are clearly visible from the Gnathang Valley. Riding Distance : 75 km Day 10 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Call:1800 123 6898 Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 4/11

5. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights It's our last day of riding, and we've got a long journey ahead of us. We start our bikes and leave the Gnathang Valley as we make our way to Zuluk, a picturesque village that sits beside a winding road at a height of 10,000 feet. Zuluk was once an important transit point on the historic silk route from Tibet to India, and can be found on the rugged terrain of the lower Himalayas in East Sikkim. After this stop, we will ride through the famous loops on our way back to Siliguri. Riding Distance : 180 km Meals - Breakfast, Dinner Day 11 As we end our tour, we will have a small ceremony to commemorate all of your hard work and the adventure that we have just had. Then it's time to say goodbye to your new friends as you get ready to leave. One of our representatives will assist you to complete your check-out formalities of the hotel and make your way to the airport to catch your flight home. Please share your feedback on adventure@trip360.com. Meals - Breakfast Day 12 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 5/11

6. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Price Single Accommodation Twin Sharing Accommodation Hub Rider 73500 Pillion 34000 Rider 58500 Ex Siliguri Dates Ex Siliguri 18 Nov2017 14 Apr2018 19 May2018 Inclusions / Exclusions Inclusions • Royal Enfield 350cc. • Support vehicle. • Mechanic. • 11 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis as mentioned in the itinerary. • English speaking Road Captain. • Travel insurance. • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary. • Medical Kit. • Sikkim entry permits, tolls and motorbike fees. Exclusions • Any transport to / from Siliguri. Your tour price starts Ex Siliguri. • Refundable security deposit for motorbike INR 10000. • Personal expenses, tips, laundry, telephone calls, personal medicines, alcoholic beverages. • Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control. • Any items / services not specifically mentioned under inclusions. • Cost of petrol and spare parts of any kind. • Goods and Services Tax of 5%. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 6/11

7. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Motorbike Include Bikes • ModelRoyal Enfield 350 CC Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 7/11

8. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Travel Tips Type of Accommodation Our package includes a decent accommodation (hotel or resort or camp or homestay) which is likely 3 / 4 star categories, depending on the place. The accommodation is on twin sharing basis. However single accommodation can also be provided with additional cost. Type of Food The food will be primarily Indian along with Continental cuisine and local food. Clothes to Carry Appropriate equipment is a component of a successful journey! Travel lightly, try to stay under 45LBS (20 Kgs). BAGS: • A sailor bag would be perfect, a walker's bag too (without steel bar). You can close it with a padlock if you want to (Don't forget to tag it before leaving with your address. • A small backpack of 20 liters is advised for daily necessities such as camera, sunscreen lotion. CLOTHES AND PERSONNAL EQUIPMENT: • Good quality Helmet • Waterproof riding gear, or suitable clothing to ride in cold conditions which protects you in an unlikely spill; like leather pants or jeans • Rain gear, if riding gear is not waterproof • Riding boots or hiking boots • Riding gloves since it is cold out there and Enfield does not have heated grips • Thermal inner wear • Nightwear and casual clothing for time away from the motorcycle • Flip-flops or spare set of boots • Balaclava • Spare set of spectacles if applicable • Driving license • Headlamp with one set of spare batteries PERSONAL MEDICINE: • Sun screen lotion • Lip balm • Broad-spectrum antibiotic • Paracetamol • Anti-diarrhoea • Elastoplast • Skin disinfectant • Bandages and special blisters bandage • If you are taking any medication, carry them from home Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 8/11

9. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Equipment Checklist SPECIAL MOTORCYCLE CLOTHES: • Motorcycle boots are strongly advised or ankle high shoes. • Motorbike jacket (synthetic preferred) • Motorbike pant (synthetic preferred) • A rain suit (just in case!) • Gloves • Helmet • Bandana Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 9/11

10. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Travel Tips Our Crew Road Captain, Mechanic. Medical facilities Available Basic medical kit will be available , however Ambulance with doctor and other paramedics can be provided with an additional cost. Luggage Info Equipment Checklist (things to carry) -It is advisable to carry only one luggage by each rider. Additional support vehicle, for extra guest can be provided with an extra cost. Books to Read The Light of His Clan by Chetan Raj Shreshta - Kuldeep Chandanath is an ex-minister for the government of Sikkim, and as he inches towards the end of his life, he has a desire to fulfil his life's mission to uplift his people and improve their lifestyles. Follow Kuldeep, as he faces opposition from those he calls family and fights the curse of time. Smash and Grab: The Annexation of Sikkim by Sunanda K Dutta Ray - This gripping book provides a historical glimpse into the annexation of the state of Sikkim into India and the steps it took to get there. This book was initially banned due to a defamation suit and was rereleased in 2013, as the book describes the political turmoil in Sikkim before the annexation and sheds light on how Sikkim actually became a part of India. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 10/11

11. MOTORBIKING THROUGH SIKKIM 12 days, 11 nights Travel Tips Approximate Group Size 8-12 Money to carry INR 11000-12000 Tipping All tipping is optional and by no means mandatory, however if you feel that your staff have performed excellently, it is a great way to let them know you appreciate their efforts. Places to eat Plenty of places to eat en route. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 11/11