Thank you so much, Kalomukh and Sparty.  

First, I apologize for the delayed response.  For some reason Sajha would not let me log in because apparently my email is bouncing.  Well, got that sorted out finally.

Yes, I am thinking about making this trip on October, after Dashai before Tihar.  We will probably rent a jeep from Urlabari and head up to Tapleyjung;  Birtaamod - Phikkal - Phidim hundai.  Ultimate destination is Changey gau, but I understand motorable road goes only up to Dovan, then we'll have to hoof it uphill for few hours.  I will post the pics when I get back.

While I am in the East, I think I will also make a trip across the border to Darjeeling and Sikkim.  Heard it is awesome over there in October.  I wonder if the border customs have any restrictions on foreign goods nowadays.  I will be carrying a hefty DSLR camera.

Thanks again guys.