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Day 1: Arrival at Yuksom (5,577 ft)

• Arrive at Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim and the starting point of the trek. It’s a quaint town rich in Sikkimese history. Spend the day exploring local attractions, like the Norbugang Coronation Throne and Dubdi Monastery. 

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2nd Day: Yuksom to Sachen (7,150 ft) 

• Distance: 8 km

• Time: 5-6 hours.

• Start your trek through the beautiful landscape towards Sachen. As you traverse dense, moss-laden forests, cross the Pha Khola and the Tshushay Khola, two charming bridges over pristine mountain streams, before reaching the Sachen camp site.

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Day 3: Sachen to Tshoka (9,650 ft)

• Distance: 7 km

• Time: 4-5 hours

• Begin the day with a hike towards the Prek Chu River, followed by a steep climb towards Bakhim.

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4th Day: Tshoka to Dzongri Top (12,980 ft)

• Distance: 9 km

• Time: 5-6 hours

• Today you trek to Dzongri, the trail takes you through dense forests and alpine meadows, blooming with rhododendrons. As you ascend towards Phedang, you get your first glimpse of the mighty Kanchenjunga range. Continue hiking to reach Dzongri, your camp for the night.

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5th Day: Dzongri to Thansing (12,900 ft)

• Distance: 8 km

• Time: 4-5 hours

• Start your day with a gradual ascent to a ridge, offering panoramic views of Kanchenjunga and Pandim peaks. Follow the trail that descends through meadows and rhododendron forests to reach the campsite at Thansing.

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Day 6: Thansing to Lamuney (13,700 ft)

• Distance: 4 km

• Time: 2-3 hours.

• This short trekking day takes you through grassy meadows alongside the Prek Chu River to Lamuney. The campsite offers breathtaking views of the majestic Pandim and other Himalayan peaks.

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Day 7: Lamuney to Goechala Viewpoint (15,100 ft) via Samiti Lake and back to Thansing

• Distance: 10 km

• Time: 7-8 hours. 

• Starting before dawn, trek towards the mystical Samiti Lake. Its serene, emerald-blue waters against the backdrop of highest mountains create a surreal atmosphere. From the lake, continue the ascent to reach the Goechala viewpoint. Witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Kanchenjunga, then begin your descent back to Thansing.

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8th Day: Thansing to Tshoka

• Distance: 16 km

• Time: 6-7 hours.

• Retrace your steps, descending through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows. The descent is easier and faster, allowing you to reach Tshoka well before evening.

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Day 9: Tshoka to Yuksom

• Distance: 15 km

• Time: 6-7 hours.

• The final day of trekking brings you back to Yuksom. This trail will seem familiar, but the views are just as stunning in reverse. Celebrate the completion of the trek and rest for the night.

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Day 10: Departure from Yuksom

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