SIKKIM

6 N / 7 D

Day 1: Arrival in Gangtok – The Capital of Sikkim

• Morning: Arrive at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP Railway Station & drive to Gangtok (4-5 hrs).

• Check-in: Relax at your hotel.

• Evening:

  • Visit MG Marg (shopping, cafes, and local cuisine).

  • Try Tibetan momo & thukpa at a local restaurant.

• Overnight stay in Gangtok

Day 2: Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion

• Morning:

  • Drive to Tsomgo Lake (frozen in winter, yak rides available).

  • Visit Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (war hero shrine).

• Optional: If permit available, visit Nathula Pass (Indo-China border).

• Afternoon: Return to Gangtok & relax.

• Evening:

  • Explore Hanuman Tok & Tashi Viewpoint for sunset views.

• Overnight stay in Gangtok

Day 3: Gangtok to Lachen (North Sikkim Adventure Begins)

• Morning: Start early for Lachen (6-7 hrs drive).

• En route stops:

  • Seven Sisters Waterfalls

  • Singhik Viewpoint (Great views of Kanchenjunga).

• Afternoon: Check-in at Lachen homestay/hotel & relax.

• Evening: Explore the scenic Lachen village.

• Overnight stay in Lachen

Day 4: Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake – Lachung

• Early morning: Drive to Gurudongmar Lake (17,800 ft, one of the highest lakes in India).

• Mid-morning: Return to Lachen & have breakfast.

• Afternoon: Drive to Lachung (2 hrs).

• Evening: Explore Lachung village & relax by the river.

• Overnight stay in Lachung

Day 5: Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Return to Gangtok

• Morning: Drive to Yumthang Valley (Valley of Flowers).

• Optional: Visit Zero Point (if weather permits, requires extra cost).

• Afternoon: Return to Gangtok (6-7 hrs).

• Evening: Free time for local shopping & relaxation.

• Overnight stay in Gangtok

Day 6: Gangtok to Pelling – Explore West Sikkim

• Morning: Drive to Pelling (4-5 hrs).

• Afternoon: Visit

  • Pemayangtse Monastery

  • Rabdentse Ruins (ancient capital of Sikkim).

• Evening: Enjoy sunset at Helipad Viewpoint.

• Overnight stay in Pelling

Day 7: Pelling – Sightseeing & Departure

• Morning:

  • Visit Khecheopalri Lake (Wish-fulfilling lake).

  • Explore Rimbi Waterfalls & Kanchenjunga Falls.

• Afternoon: Drive back to Bagdogra/NJP for departure.

Alternative Destinations Based on Interests:

• Zuluk (Old Silk Route) – Offbeat & scenic drive

• Ravangla & Namchi – For Buddhist monasteries & tea gardens

• Yuksom – Trekking & adventure

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