Best Of Sikkim
Day 01:
NJP Rly station / IXB Airport – Gangtok (120 KMS / 5 HRS)
Day 02:
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Nathula Optional)
Day 03:
Gangtok – Lachung (117 KMS / 6-7 HRS)
Day 04:
Lachung Yumthang Valley excusion- Gangtok (Zero Point Optional)
Day 05:
Gangtok – Pelling via Namchi
Day 06:
Pelling half day- Darjeeling
Day 07:
Darjeeling sightseeing
Day 08:
Darjeeling – NJP RLY Station / IXB Airport (95 KMS /3 HRS)
Day 01:
NJP RLY STATION / IXB AIRPORT – GANGTOK (120 KMS / 5 HRS) Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway station / IXB Airport & transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft). On arrival check in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 02:
EXCURSION TO TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR (NATHULA OPTIONAL) After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo lake (12,400 ft) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft) Which is 55 Kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (IN case of land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing).
Day 03:
GNAGTOK – LACHUNG (117 KMS /6-7 HRS) After breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Lachung. On the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeing and visiting like Naga waterfall, The confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala waterfall. On arrival at Lachung check into your hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Lachung.
Day 04:
LACHUNG – YUMTHANG VALLEY EXCUSION – GANGTOK (ZERO POINT OPTIONAL) Early Morning drive to Yumthang Valley (12,000 ft. known as Valley of flowers). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch and transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft). On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik view point. On arrival; at Gangtok check in to your hotel. Rest of the evening free for your own activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 05:
GANGTOK – PELLING VIA NAMCHI After breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Pelling. Enroute visit Chardham and Samdruptse. On arrival check in to hotel 7 rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 06:
PELLING HALF DAY – DARJEELING Start your day with delicious breakfast served in hotel. After breakfast check out and visit Kechiopalri Lake, Kanchanjunga waterfalls, Rimbi waterfalls, and then transfer to Darjeeling (7380 ft / 2250 mts, 125 Kms/ 05 to 05 hrs.) On arrival check in and relax. Evening explore Chowrasta area on your own. Overnight At hotel.
Day 07:
DARJEELING SIGHTSEEING Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill( 8,400 ft) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd heights peak), on your way back visit Ghoom monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering institute, P.N.Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self help Centre (Sunday closed), tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 08:
DARJEELING – NJP RLY STATION / IXB AIRPORT (95 KMS /3 HRS) After breakfast check out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey. End of Services.
HAVE A GREAT JOURNEY AHEAD!!!
Inclusions:
- Accommodation in AC Hotel
- Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinners
- All mentioned sightseeing with transfers (Point to Point basis)
- Toll Tax, Parking & Diver allowance
- Return Airport/ Railway transfers
Exclusions:
- Govt applicable tax GST will be charged Extra on total Package
- Any Tip, Camera Fees, guide charges not mentioned in inclusion
- All that is not mentioned in inclusions
Best Time to visit
The best time to visit Sikkim is from March to June and From September to December when the weather is favourable.
What to Eat
Sael Roti is popular street food item in Sikkim. It is Sweet bread made from ground rice, banana and sugar and bears a resemblance to the American Pretzel. It is mouth-watering and a decadent snack. It is best enjoyed with some hot beverage.
What to wear
You should carry light woollens for evenings, like a light full sweater, shawl or a jacket. Otherwise normal dress wear is Okay like jeans, T- Shirts etc. But do take pair of shoes or sneakers with socks because it would be required if you plan to go out in the evening.
Tips:
Regarding Nathula: This is a restricted area and special permits are required to visit the same. Permits are granted only between Wednesday and Sunday and can be cancelled any time for security reasons or weather conditions. Since very limited vehicles are granted permit therefore Nathula is never guaranteed in advance.
Supplement Charge for Nathula: INR 4,500/- per vehicle (includes Vehicle permit and individual permit)
Supplement Charge for Zero Point: INR 3,500/- per vehicle