Arrival at Bagdogra → Gangtok
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Gangtok (approx. 4–5 hours). Enjoy the scenic drive along the Teesta River valley. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Gangtok.
North Sikkim Expedition
4N Gangtok • 1N Lachung • 1N Lachen • 2N Darjeeling
Sikkim, India8N9DPrice on request
Overview
Journey through the dramatic landscapes of Sikkim and Darjeeling, where alpine lakes, high mountain passes, monastery towns and tea-covered hills create a diverse Himalayan experience. From the remote beauty of North Sikkim to the classic charm of Darjeeling, this itinerary blends nature, altitude adventure and cultural heritage in a well-paced circuit.
Plan this journeyTrip highlights
- Visit Gurudongmar Lake at 17,200 ft near the Indo–China border
- Explore Yumthang Valley & optional Zero Point in North Sikkim
- Experience Nathula Pass & Tsomgo Lake
- Stay in scenic Himalayan villages – Lachung & Lachen
- Witness sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill
Gallery
Textures of Sikkim
Itinerary
Day-by-day Flow
Gangtok → Lachung (North Sikkim)
After breakfast, drive to Lachung (approx. 6–7 hours), the base village for Yumthang Valley. En route, enjoy mountain landscapes, waterfalls and river valleys. Arrive and check in at your hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Lachung.
Yumthang Valley → (Optional Zero Point) → Lachen
Early morning excursion to: • Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft) – also known as the Valley of Flowers • Visit nearby hot springs (subject to access) • Optional visit at additional cost- Zero Point (Yumesamdong, approx. 15,300 ft) marks the last motorable stretch near the Indo–China border, offering stark alpine terrain and snow-covered vistas for most of the year. Return to Lachung for lunch and proceed to Lachen (approx. 4–5 hours). Arrive and check in at your hotel. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Lachen.
Gurudongmar Lake → Gangtok
Early morning departure (approx. 4:00 AM) for Gurudongmar Lake (17,200 ft) near the Indo–China border. Kala Patthar (Optional): Kala Patthar viewpoint offers dramatic panoramic views of snowbound Himalayan peaks and rugged high-altitude terrain near the Indo–China border. Spend time at the lake before returning to Lachen for lunch. Later, drive back to Gangtok (approx. 6 hours). Dinner & Overnight Stay in Gangtok.
Nathula Pass – Tsomgo Lake – Baba Mandir
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to: • Nathula Pass (14,140 ft) – Indo–China Border (subject to permit & weather) • Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) • Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Return to Gangtok by evening. Optional visit to MG Marg for shopping and leisure. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Gangtok.
Gangtok Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore: • Flower Exhibition Centre • Do-Drul Chorten Stupa • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology • Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom • Bakthang Falls • Tashi View Point • Ganesh Tok • Banjhakri Waterfalls • Gangtok Ropeway (subject to operation) Evening at leisure. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Gangtok. Note: Some attractions remain closed on specific weekdays.
Gangtok → Darjeeling (via Namchi)
After breakfast, drive to Darjeeling (approx. 4 hours). En route, visit Namchi (at extra cost & time permitting)- Namchi is a peaceful hill town known for its panoramic views and the impressive Char Dham complex, which features scaled replicas of India’s four sacred pilgrimage sites along with a towering statue of Lord Shiva. Arrive and check in at your hotel. Evening free to explore Mall Road. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Darjeeling.
Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early morning excursion to Tiger Hill (8,500 ft) for sunrise views over Mt. Kanchenjunga. After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing: • Batasia Loop & War Memorial • Ghoom Monastery • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute • Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (closed Thursdays) • Tenzing Rock • Tea Gardens • Peace Pagoda Evening at leisure. Dinner & Overnight Stay in Darjeeling.
Darjeeling → Bagdogra Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport for your onward journey.
What's Included
- •Accommodation on double/twin sharing basis
- •Daily buffet breakfast & dinner at hotel
- •All meals at Lachen & Lachung
- •All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary on private basis
- •Nathula Permit
- •Driver allowance, toll taxes & parking charges
- •All current applicable hotel taxes
What's Excluded
- •5% GST as per Indian Government regulations
- •Flight tickets
- •Entry fees to museums, monuments, and attractions
- •Lunch and any meals not specified above
- •Personal insurance, medical or evacuation expenses
- •Personal expenses such as laundry, calls, minibar, tips, or extra mileage
- •Additional costs due to delays, natural calamities, or unforeseen events
Experience Notes
How this trip unfolds
ACCOMMODATION
Standard 3 & 4 star Category
- •1N Gangtok
- •1N Lachung
- •1N Lachen
- •2N Gangtok
- •2N Darjeeling
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