Overview:
Travel to the Himalayan Kingdoms of Sikkim Gangtok and be amazed by picturesque natural beauty, panaromic views of snow-capped mountains interspersed with Buddhist monastries and abundant flora & fauna. The perfect opportunity to enjoy a relaxed break from the hustle & bustle of city life!
Day 01 – Transfer to Gangtok
Arrival at (IXB)/ (PYG)/ (NJP): Our representative will escort you for the forwarding journey to Gangtok, capital city of Sikkim. Complete your check-in procedure later at evening stroll around the M.G Market and overnight stay at Gangtok.
Distance from Bagdogra to Gangtok: – 125 km (approx)
Travel Time: 4-5 hours (approx)
Day 02 – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir/Nathula (Optional)
After breakfast excursion to Tsomgo Lake, this is situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet. Nearby is the sacred Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple and further on Nathu La Pass is an optional tour takes 5 kilometers approx which connects India with China and it is at a height of 14,000 ft above sea level. However, the permit is subject to availability. Back to Gangtok and overnight stay at hotel.
Distance from Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake: – 52Km (approx.)
Travel Time: 2hours (approx)
Monday & Tuesday Nathula Pass is Closed
Day 03 – Gangtok to Lachen Transfer
After breakfast transfer to Lachen (North Sikkim), Check in at the hotel in the late afternoon. An overnight stay at Lachen.
Distance from Gangtok to Lachen: 118 km
Travel Time (Gangtok to Lachen): Approx. 6 hour
Day 04 – Excursion to Chopta Valley – Gurudomarg Lake &Lachung Transfer
Early Morning drive to Chopta Valley & Gurudongmar Lake (17,100 ft.). Back to hotel after lunch drive to Lachung, reach by late evening and overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 05 – Excursion at Yumthang Valley – Transfer back Gangtok
After breakfast proceed to Yumthang Valley (12,000 ft. Known as Valley of Flowers). Drive back to Gangtok and overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 06 – Gangtok to Transfer to Darjeeling
After breakfast Gangtok half day sightseeing consists as follows and later transfer to Darjeeling, west Bengal. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 07- Darjeeling full day sight-seeing with Tiger Hill
Early morning at around 4:00 AM drive to Tiger Hill 25 Kilometers away, token is subject to availability otherwise we will provide a day time (8:30-9:00 AM) to view Sunrise place over Khanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather) – On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. Back to your hotel after breakfast full day sightseeing consist :
Day 08- Departure
After breakfast check out from hotel on time & transfer to (IXB)/ (PYG)/ (NJP) for your onward journey. The last day of your tour ends here.