Gangtok - Lachen - Lachung - Pelling- Darjeeling
The localities of the northern region of the Sikkim are the paramount tourist destinations when it comes to the hill stations in India. Lies stealthily amidst the hilly terrain of the eastern Himalayan mountain range, the small towns like Lachen, Lachung, Pelling, etc. are known for the mesmerizing beauty of Nature.
Highlights
- Arrival at Bagdogra Airport – Gangtok (120 kilometers/ 5 hours)
- Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
- Gangtok – Lachen (118 Kms/6 hrs)
- Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake (40 kms each side) – Lachung (44 kms/2 hrs)
- Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion (21 kms each side) – Gangtok (118 kms/6 hrs)
Day by day
- Day 1Arrival at Bagdogra Airport – Gangtok (120 kilometers/ 5 hours)
Upon your arrival in Bagdogra Airport, you will be picked you up and begin the 5-hour transfer to Gangtok, the modern capital of Sikkim and a cultural hub. On the way to your hotel, enjoy the heart-beating highland view along the Teesta River. After you check-in to your hotel, you have the rest of the day to spend at your leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel in Gangtok.
- Day 2Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After taking breakfast at the hotel, get set for a full day of spectacular natural beauty. We will start an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 Ft) and Baba Mandir (13,200 Ft) which is 55 Kms away from Gangtok. After visiting these two places come back hotel and overnight stay in Gangtok.
- Day 3Gangtok – Lachen (118 Kms/6 hrs)
After morning breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Lachen – a small hamlet nestled between the foothills of Himalayas. This beautiful journey passes through amazing seven sisters waterfall. Luch will be offered at a local restaurant on the way itself. Check-in at the hotel after you reach Lachen late in the afternoon. Overnight stay in Lachen.
- Day 4Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake (40 kms each side) – Lachung (44 kms/2 hrs)
Morning drive towards Gurudongmar Lake (17,000ft) only Indian National is allowed. Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest situated lakes in North Sikkim. Remember the altitude here may cause breathing problem. Back to hotel & leave for Lachung, overnight stay at Lachung.
- Day 5Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion (21 kms each side) – Gangtok (118 kms/6 hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Yumthang Valley which is Known as Valley of Flowers (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ hours one way). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to hotel & leave for Gangtok, overnight stay at Gangtok.
- Day 6Gangtok - Pelling (120 kms / 5 hrs)
This morning after breakfast at the hotel we head towards Pelling (6,100 ft.). On reaching the destination; check-in to your pre-booked hotel
- Day 7Pelling Half Day Sightseeing - Darjeeling (80 kms /4 hrs)
After breakfast start for half day sightseeing of Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, Sang-Ngag Choling (Sky Walk), New Helipad Ground. In afternoon transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.) via Singla check post. On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
- Day 8Darjelling
Early morning (4:00 AM) visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Permit / Token) back to hotel. After breakfast start at 8.30 AM visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Ropeway, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia loop. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
- Day 9Departure day
After breakfast leave Pelling for NJP/Bagdogra Airport to catch your flight/train and return home with sweet memories of the tour. Package Cost Include Accommodation on Twine /triple Sharing Basis. Daily Breakfast and dinner Exclusive AC vehicle for all transfers & sightseen. Vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available as per itinerary. (Point to point basis). All hotel & Transportation taxes (as per itinerary). Inner Line Permit Fees (Where it is required as per itinerary). All Rates are valid for Indian Nationals only. Vehicle : 02 AC Xylo / Scorpio / Innova as per itinerary on point to point basis. Important Note –Sikkim, Darjeeling and North-East Please inform nationality and country of travellers If Non-Indian travellers are travel Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, Lachung and Lachen are subject to Permissibility, if Permit application is not approved then alternative tours will be provided. Please carry a valid voter ID card/ Passport along with 4 pieces of passport size photographs for all passengers. Package Cost Exclude Extra usage of vehicle or Additional sightseeing, which are not mentioned in the itinerary. All Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
Payment and cancellation
Pay a 25% deposit to reserve, and the balance before departure. Cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the start date.
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