Offbeat Tour Destination Icche gaon homestay & Chatakpur
Icche Gaon & Chatakpur
- Darjeeling Hills
Main Attraction
- Icchey Gaon Hilltop
- Sillery Gaon
- Sangchen Dorjee Monastery
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About Icche Gaon & Chatakpur :
Icchey Gaon or Icche Gaon is one of the top draws for weekenders. Perched at an elevation of 5800 ft this tiny hill hamlet is located barely 17kms from Kalimpong. This picturesque village has caught the attention of tourists and travellers alike with the astounding and gorgeous views of Mt. Kanchenjunga. The place boasts of a cool breeze that wafts through the air all year long making it a chosen place where the warmth and hospitality of the local people leaves you speechless. Soak in the sun while satiating your tastebuds to some authentic Lepcha food on your sojourn to icche gaon homestay .
Further up visit Chatakpur that sits atop 7887ft on a hillock overlooking the town of Sonada. Chatakpur is regarded as a forest village due to its proximity to the Senchal Reserve Forest. A paradise for nature lovers, Chatakpur homestay offers pristine views of the snow-clad mountains of the Himalayas coupled with the lush greens of the alpine forests. Remodelled as an eco-tourism hub Chatakpur was earlier a timber den. The village is bound by Kanchenjunga to the north while the River gorge Relly Khola flows down the southern end.
Taba Koshi is a pristine settlement that is nestled amidst the scenic backdrop of the tea gardens. Regarded as a virgin village Taba Koshi sits high at 3800ft covering the Gopaldhara Tea Estate. Taba Koshi is the perfect break away from the daily grind of city life. One that allows you to enjoy tea garden trails, listening to the gurgling sound of the stream and staring at the never-ending stretch of the plantations and orchards.
Sightseeing Icche Gaon & Chatakpur :
- Icchey Gaon Hilltop
- Sillery Gaon
- Ramitey Dara View Point
- Sangchen Dorjee Monastery
- Cross Hill close to Pedong
- Rikisum View Point
- Reshi Bridge & Reshi Khola
- Aritar Lake
- Chatakpur Watch Tower
- Conifer & Pine Tree Plantations
- River Rangbhang
- Vishnu & Shiva Temple
- Taba Koshi Park
- Local Ginger Farm
- Tea Factory
- Fishing Point
Overview:
Tour Location: Icche Gaon, Chatakpur, Taba Koshi
Start From: Bagdgra (IXB)/ New Jalpaiguri Junction (NJP)
Total Day: 03 Nights / 04 Days
Itinerary: 03 Nights / 04 Days Icche Gaon, Chatakpur, Taba Koshi
Day 01: NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport to Icchey Gaon + Ichhey Gaon Local Sightseeing
Welcome on arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Ichhey Gaon. Check-in into your homestay or resort. After freshen up proceed for local sightseeing if time permits. Visit Sillery Gaon which is located at a distance of 2.5 kms from Icchey Gaon. The place is regarded as the Silent Valley where one can experience the sheer silence of the woods only to be intrigued by occasional chirping of birds. Next visit Ramitey Dara viewpoint that offers some breath-taking views of the Teesta River especially during sunrise. The Sangchen Dorjee Monastery is another prime attraction here one whose history dates back to 300 years. The monastery is a testament to the Pedong way of life and the history and culture of its surroundings. Cross Hill close to Pedong is acknowledged by the local Christian community who worship it as a pilgrimage site. One that came into being around 1882. Visit Rikisum view point, Reshi Bridge and Reshi Khola if time permits. The ambience of the place wins over locals and tourists alike.
Day 02: Icchey Gaon Local Sightseeing + Transfer to Chatakpur
Early morning proceed to visit and stay Icche gaon homestay Hilltop that offers stunning views during dawn. Later after breakfast check out of resort / homestay and cover some of the local sightseeing points in and around Icchey Gaon. Visit the Aritar Lake also referred as the Lampokhri Lake. Famed as a boot-shaped lake, Aritar Lake is one of the oldest recognized natural lakes around the Darjeeling hills that is 1120 feet in length and 240 feet wide in breadth. Later transfer to Chatakpur. Check-in into homestay. Experience the new culture of the place you are at. Overnight at Chatakpur homestay.
Day 03: Chatakpur Local Sightseeing + Transfer to Taba Koshi
Visit the Chatakpur Watch Tower that offers mesmerizing views of the trekker’s paradise of West Bengal, i.e., “Sandakphu”. The Chatakpur Watch Tower is also considered as the sunrise point of Chatakpur. One that offers the visitors to catch a regular affair in all its glory. The glimpse of the snow-clad mountainous ranges that glazes whilst the sunrise covers its trajectory of revealing as far as the horizon while the sky basks in honey dipped orange and golden hues. Chatakpur is also famous for the conifer and pine plantations that are strewn all around and makes for a perfect picture postcard view. Later transfer to Taba Koshi. The term “Taba Koshi” has been derived from local Nepali language where “Tamba” stands for copper while “Koshi” stands for river. Thus, the name “Tamba Koshi” or “Taba Koshi” since the place owes its scenic settings to the mountainous river that flows by the town, the river “Rangbhang”. Check-in into resort / homestay. Evening free for individual activity and leisure. Overnight at Taba Koshi.
Day 04: Taba Koshi Local Sightseeing + Transfer to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport
Visit the river “Rangbhang”. The beautiful views amidst the lap of nature transfers you into a surreal world. After spending some time proceed to visit the Vishnu & Shiva Temples in Taba Koshi. Do take time out to visit the Taba Koshi Park that boasts of carved out pathways that allows one to take walk amidst the lush lawns. Taba Koshi boasts of two tea factories, visit the tea factory of Gopal Dhara. Further also visit a local ginger farm. Also try your hands at fishing (subject to availability at local homestay). Later transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. Tour Ends.
Welcome on arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Ichhey Gaon. Check-in into your homestay or resort. After freshen up proceed for local sightseeing if time permits. Visit Sillery Gaon which is located at a distance of 2.5 kms from Icchey Gaon. The place is regarded as the Silent Valley where one can experience the sheer silence of the woods only to be intrigued by occasional chirping of birds. Next visit Ramitey Dara viewpoint that offers some breath-taking views of the Teesta River especially during sunrise. The Sangchen Dorjee Monastery is another prime attraction here one whose history dates back to 300 years. The monastery is a testament to the Pedong way of life and the history and culture of its surroundings. Cross Hill close to Pedong is acknowledged by the local Christian community who worship it as a pilgrimage site. One that came into being around 1882. Visit Rikisum view point, Reshi Bridge and Reshi Khola if time permits. The ambience of the place wins over locals and tourists alike.
Day 02: Icchey Gaon Local Sightseeing + Transfer to Chatakpur
Early morning proceed to visit and stay Icche gaon homestay Hilltop that offers stunning views during dawn. Later after breakfast check out of resort / homestay and cover some of the local sightseeing points in and around Icchey Gaon. Visit the Aritar Lake also referred as the Lampokhri Lake. Famed as a boot-shaped lake, Aritar Lake is one of the oldest recognized natural lakes around the Darjeeling hills that is 1120 feet in length and 240 feet wide in breadth. Later transfer to Chatakpur. Check-in into homestay. Experience the new culture of the place you are at. Overnight at Chatakpur homestay.
Day 03: Chatakpur Local Sightseeing + Transfer to Taba Koshi
Visit the Chatakpur Watch Tower that offers mesmerizing views of the trekker’s paradise of West Bengal, i.e., “Sandakphu”. The Chatakpur Watch Tower is also considered as the sunrise point of Chatakpur. One that offers the visitors to catch a regular affair in all its glory. The glimpse of the snow-clad mountainous ranges that glazes whilst the sunrise covers its trajectory of revealing as far as the horizon while the sky basks in honey dipped orange and golden hues. Chatakpur is also famous for the conifer and pine plantations that are strewn all around and makes for a perfect picture postcard view. Later transfer to Taba Koshi. The term “Taba Koshi” has been derived from local Nepali language where “Tamba” stands for copper while “Koshi” stands for river. Thus, the name “Tamba Koshi” or “Taba Koshi” since the place owes its scenic settings to the mountainous river that flows by the town, the river “Rangbhang”. Check-in into resort / homestay. Evening free for individual activity and leisure. Overnight at Taba Koshi.
Day 04: Taba Koshi Local Sightseeing + Transfer to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport
Visit the river “Rangbhang”. The beautiful views amidst the lap of nature transfers you into a surreal world. After spending some time proceed to visit the Vishnu & Shiva Temples in Taba Koshi. Do take time out to visit the Taba Koshi Park that boasts of carved out pathways that allows one to take walk amidst the lush lawns. Taba Koshi boasts of two tea factories, visit the tea factory of Gopal Dhara. Further also visit a local ginger farm. Also try your hands at fishing (subject to availability at local homestay). Later transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. Tour Ends.
Offbeat Tour Destination Near Darjeeling and Sikkim
Includes:
- Transportation as per itinerary by NAC Sumo / Similar (NJP to NJP)
- Accommodation in 01 Standard Room at Homestay, Icchegaon with All Meals
- Accommodation in 01 Standard Room at Homestay, Chatakpur with All Meals
- Accommodation in 01 Standard Room at Homestay, Tabakoshi with All Meals
- All parking and driver charges as per itinerary
- GST @ 5%
- Coustomization Tour: Available as per the requirement.
Exclusions:
- Guide Charges,
- Porter Charges,
- Entry Fees,
- Personal Expenses: such as Laundry, Telephone Calls, Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Food(if not included),
- Additional sightseeing or usage of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any services not mentioned in the itinerary,
- High Season Surcharge,
- Government Service Tax.
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