Arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station – Gangtok

• Upon your arrival at Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP), our representative will escort you to your hotel in Gangtok.
• Complete your hotel check-in formalities and take some rest in your room.
• Spend the first day of your North Sikkim holiday at a leisurely pace.
• Explore the refreshing surroundings, enjoy local food, take a stroll along the hilly roads or simply relax and breathe in the cool mountain breeze.
• Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Gangtok.

Distance: 120 kms / Approx. 5 Hrs

Day Tour of Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir

• After breakfast, start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
• Begin your journey into Sikkim’s high-altitude landscapes through scenic mountain roads.
• Pause at Kyongnosla, famed for its lush alpine forests and charming waterfalls.
• Reach the glacial Tsomgo Lake at 12,400 ft, where crystal-clear waters reflect the rugged surrounding peaks.
• Tsomgo Lake is known for its changing colours and is amongst the most visited tourist attractions in Gangtok.
• Further, visit the famous Baba Mandir built in fond memory of Late Major Baba Harbhajan Singh, whose legend lives on as a guardian of the mountains.
• Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Gangtok.

Distance from Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake: 40 km

Approx. Travel Time: 1.5 Hours

Note: In case of landslides or any blockage, Tsomgo Lake may be closed and alternate sightseeing will be provided.

Nathula Pass: Nathula Pass can be added to the itinerary at an additional cost, subject to permit availability and weather conditions. Please note that Nathula Pass is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Gangtok – Lachen (118 kms / 6 Hrs)

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel and commence your journey to Lachen.
• Visit the scenic Singhik View Point during the journey.
• Continue through the route featuring the famous Seven Sisters Waterfalls.
• Later, visit the Chungthang Confluence where the Teesta River meets the Lachung and Lachen rivers.
• Upon arrival at Lachen, complete your hotel check-in formalities.
• Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachen.

Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake – Lachung (40 km each side / 44 kms / 2 Hrs)

• After breakfast, check out and head out for an adventurous journey towards Lachung.
• En route, visit the nomadic village of Thangu, famous for its traditional wooden houses built on the alpine meadows and the Teesta River flowing through the valley.
• Continue towards the scenic Chopta Valley, surrounded by snow-covered landscapes, emerald-green pine forests and meandering rivers.
• Later, visit the enchanting Gurudongmar Lake offering stunning Himalayan views.
• After sightseeing, commence the drive towards Lachung.
• Upon arrival at Lachung, complete your hotel check-in formalities.
• Spend the evening at your own pace.
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.

Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Gangtok (26 kms / 1.5 Hrs + 130 kms / 4–5 Hrs)

• After breakfast, proceed towards the famous Yumthang Valley, also known as the “Valley of Flowers”.
• Located at an altitude of 11,800 ft, Yumthang Valley is known for its picturesque beauty and spectacular natural landscapes.
• While returning, halt to visit the crystal-clear waters of the famous hot spring, widely known for its healing properties.
• After the Yumthang excursion, proceed back towards Gangtok.
• Upon arrival in Gangtok, complete your hotel check-in formalities.
• Enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

Yumthang Valley Altitude: 11,800 ft