SIKKIM
Discovering the Gems of Sikkim and Darjeeling
Duration
07 Nights / 08 Days
Tour Type
Domestic
Best time to visit
March to June and September to November
Ideal for
Nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the lap of Himalayas.
DAY 1 : Arrival NJP / IXB - Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650Mts, 130 Kms / 04 To 05 Hrs Drive)
Upon arrival at NJP / IXB, you will be transferred to Gangtok. Check-in at the hotel and relax. In
the evening, you can explore the nearby areas on your own.
DAY 2 : Gangtok - Excursion To Tshangu Lake & New Baba Mandir
After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Tshangu Lake (12400 Ft / 3780 Mts / 43Kms in
3Hrs one way from Gangtok) and New Baba Mandir (13100Ft / 3994 Mts / 16Kms in 1Hrs one
way from Tshangu Lake). Return to Gangtok by evening.
DAY 3 : Gangtok - Lachung (8000 Ft / 2439 Mts, 125 Kms / 05 To 06 Hrs Drive)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Lachung. En-route, visit Singhik View point,
Seven Sisters Waterfall, Naga Waterfall, and Chungthang Confluence. Upon arrival, check-in at the
hotel and relax.
DAY 4 : Lachung - Excursion To Yumthang(11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ Hour’s Drive One Way)
After breakfast, embark on a half-day excursion to Yumthang Valley. On the way back, visit Hot
Spring and Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary. Return to the hotel by evening.
DAY 5 : Lachung - Gangtok (5412 ft., 1650 m., 125 km., 05 To 06 hr. Drive)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive back to Gangtok. Upon arrival, check-in at the
hotel and relax.
DAY 6 : Gangtok - Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts, 110 Kms / 04 To 05 Hrs Drive)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival, check-in at the
hotel and relax. In the evening, you can explore the nearby areas on your own.
DAY 7 : Darjeeling (6710 ft/2046 m)
Early morning, visit Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas. On the way back, visit
Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast, visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute,
P.N. Zoological Park (closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, and Tea Garden. Return to the hotel by
evening.
DAY 8 : Darjeeling - NJP / IXB
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive back to NJP / IXB for your onward journey.