Gangtok is a popular tourist destination known for its scenic beauty, religious sites, and proximity to Himalayan treks. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, a mountainous state in northern India. Nicknamed “the Hill Top”, Gangtok offers stunning views of the Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain. This vibrant town was once a Buddhist pilgrimage center and today remains an important center for Tibetan Buddhism.
Lachung boasts the Yumthang Valley, a “Valley of Flowers” carpeted with vibrant rhododendrons during spring. Lachung is also known for its peaceful atmosphere and stunning waterfalls.
Pelling tours typically last for a few days and offer a chance to explore monasteries, serene lakes, waterfalls, and scenic hiking trails. You can visit historical sites like Pemayangtse Monastery and Sanga Choeling Monastery, or hike to Khecheopalri Lake, a sacred spot believed to grant wishes.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Bagdogra Airport, N.J.P | ||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight. | ||||
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Day1:- NJP/IXB TO GANGTOK
Once you arrive at Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station, you will meet your travel coordinator and then head towards Gangtok (5,800 ft), which is the capital of the state of Sikkim. The drive is about 4 hrs depending on the road conditions passing through some very scenic roads along the river Teesta. The vehicle shall drop you off at your destination/hotel in the evening. If you happen to arrive early in the day, a stroll along MG Marg in the evenings is a recommended activity.
Day2:- TSUNGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR
Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion Nathula Pass (China Border) to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir ( New ) nearly 40 kilometers – The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep – Generally covered in snow for most of the year the year – This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all – Nathu La Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional – Back to Gangtok – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – Over Night stay at Gangtok (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided
Day 3:- GANGTOK TO LACHUNG
Early morning breakfast – Next start for North Sikkim package tour – Leave Gangtok at about 10 A M proceed to Lachung 119 kilometers – 4 ½ hours – 5 ½ hours – Lachung is situated at an altitude of 8600 feet – On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful locations like Tashi Viewpoint, KabiLungstok, Naga Waterfalls, confluence of Lachenchu and Lachung Chu at Chungthang, Twin Waterfalls and BhimNala Waterfalls – Lunch break will at Namok – The roads are colored with full bloom of Primulae, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers Guest specially during spring – Guest are likely to reach Lachung at late afternoon or early evening – Check into the hotel / resort – Evening free to stroll around the village – Dinner will be served at about 8 PM – Overnight stay at Lachung
Day 4:- LAHCUNG ( YUMTHANG VALLEY ) TO GANGTOK
After breakfast drive towards Yumthang situated at an elevation of nearly 11800 feet – On the way you may visit the famous hot spring which is known for its curative properties of skin diseases – Yumthang is a valley near the river Lachung Chu surrounded by mountains where the tree line ends – In spring the valley erupts in riots of colors as Primulae, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers in full bloom along with snow covered valley except in autumn – During winter Yumthang is somber with snow all around and the snow clad mountains adding to the ethereal beauty – Return to resort at Lachung for Lunch – Transfer to Gangtok – Reach Gangtok in the evening – Check into hotel – Night stay at Gangtok
Day 5 :- GANGTOK TO PELLING VIA NAMCHI RAVANGLA
After breakfast transfer to Pelling enroute visit Namchi covering Siddheshwar Dham (Char Dham Replica). & Covering Buddha park … After sightseeing head towards Pelling reach late evening ch in at hotel overnight at Pelling.
Day 6 :- PELLING LOCAL SIGHTSEEN
After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sight Seeing of Pelling and its surroundings – The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring – Places of visit are Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kechopalri Lake, it is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true – Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of leaves, Kechopalri Monastery, Kanchenjunga water Falls, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse ruins, the scenic view from the top of the ruin to the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be cherished – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center – Over Night stay at Pelling
Day 7:- PELLING TO NJP/IXB
On this Day after breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Ixb/Njp for your next destination to home.
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