Sikkim Splendor

Arrival – NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok

On arrival at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (413 Ft / 126 Mts), you will be received by our office executive who will assist you in boarding your vehicle for the onward journey to Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650 Mts). The distance of 130 kms will be covered in approximately 04 to 05 hours. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

Gangtok – Tshangu Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Tshangu Lake) located at an altitude of 12,400 Ft / 3,780 Mts, approximately 43 Kms from Gangtok, which takes around 03 hours one way. The lake, with an average depth of about 50 ft, is known for its cool, crystal-clear waters set amidst scenic mountain surroundings. From Tshangu Lake, continue to Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (Baba Mandir) situated at 13,100 Ft / 3,994 Mts, approximately 16 Kms and about 01 hour one way from the lake. After completing the visit, return to Gangtok for an overnight stay at the hotel. In case of a landslide or any other unforeseen reason if Tshangu Lake remains closed, alternate sightseeing will be arranged.

Important Note: NRI, OCI, PIO Card holders and Foreign Nationals are not permitted to visit Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass. They are allowed to visit Tshangu Lake only with a valid permit and must be a minimum of 02 persons to obtain the permit. For further details, please refer to Entry Formality & Document Requirement. Once the permit for Tshangu Lake and Nathula Pass is confirmed by Sikkim Tourism, there will be no refund under any circumstances such as landslide, heavy rainfall, VIP movement, health issues, etc.

Optional: Nathula Pass excursion can be arranged at an additional supplement cost.

Gangtok – Lachung

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Gangtok and transferred to Lachung (8,000 Ft / 2,439 Mts), covering a distance of 124 Kms in approximately 05½ to 06½ hours. En route, visit Tashi View Point and Seven Sisters Waterfall (subject to the vehicle taking the normal route). These sightseeing points are included on a complimentary basis; in case of route diversion, these points may be missed and no refund will be applicable. Upon arrival in Lachung, check in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Lachung.

Important Note: NRI, OCI, PIO Card holders and Foreign Nationals are permitted to visit Lachung, Yumthang and Yumesamdong with a valid permit and must be a minimum of 02 persons to obtain the permit. For Lachung and Lachen, no refund will be applicable once the booking is confirmed, under any circumstances.

Lachung – Yumthang Excursion

Early morning, proceed for a half-day excursion to Yumthang Valley (11,800 Ft / 3,598 Mts), located 25 Kms from Lachung, which takes approximately 1½ hours one way. Yumthang Valley is one of the main attractions for visitors to this region. The colorful Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary blooms between April and June, adding vibrant shades to the landscape. Surrounded by soaring snow-capped peaks and grazing yaks, the valley offers a true Himalayan experience. The valley is also known for its hot spring. Although the water appears quite muddy, many locals believe in its healing properties and visit to take a dip. After the excursion, return to Lachung.
Overnight at Hotel in Lachung.

Optional Excursion:
Visit Yumesamdong (Zero Point) at 15,300 Ft / 4,665 Mts, located 24 Kms from Yumthang, which takes approximately 1½ to 2 hours one way. The Yumesamdong excursion can be availed at a supplement cost of INR 3,500.00 per vehicle. Situated beyond Yumthang, the journey passes through rugged mountain roads. The sweet fragrance of Ezilia, a plant used by local inhabitants to manufacture incense sticks, fills the air during the drive.

Lachung – Gangtok

After breakfast, transfer from Lachung to Gangtok (5,412 Ft / 1,650 Mts), covering a distance of 124 Kms in approximately 05½ to 06½ hours. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Gangtok.

Gangtok – Pelling

After breakfast in Gangtok, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour (approximately 04 hours) covering Ban Jhakri Falls, Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festivals and State & National Government holidays), Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festivals and State & National Government holidays) and the Flower Show.

In the afternoon, transfer to Pelling (5,500 Ft / 1,675 Mts), covering a distance of 116 Kms in approximately 05 to 06 hours. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Pelling.

Note: If the Research Institute of Tibetology and Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom are closed due to Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festival or State & National Government holidays, then Nam Nang View Point and Enchey Monastery will be included as alternative sightseeing.

Pelling

After breakfast in Pelling, proceed for local sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery and the magnificent Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk. After an early lunch, continue your sightseeing with a visit to Rimbi Waterfall, Khecheopalri Lake (6,000 Ft / 1,829 Mts) and Kanchenjunga Waterfall. After completing the day’s sightseeing, return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Pelling.

Pelling – Darjeeling

After breakfast in Pelling, transfer to Darjeeling (6,710 Ft / 2,046 Mts), covering a distance of 125 Kms in approximately 05 to 06 hours. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Darjeeling

Darjeeling

Early morning at around 04:00 AM, proceed to Tiger Hill (8,482 Ft / 2,586 Mts) to witness the sunrise over Kanchenjunga (subject to clear weather). On the way back, visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia LoopEarly morning at around 04:00 AM, proceed to Tiger Hill (8,482 Ft / 2,586 Mts) to witness the sunrise over Kanchenjunga (subject to clear weather). On the way back, visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour covering Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda Darjeeling, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday, Local Festivals and State & National Government holidays), Tenzing and Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday, Local Festivals and State & National Government holidays) and a panoramic view of the Tea Estate. After sightseeing, return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Darjeeling.

Note:
If the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park are closed on Thursday, Local Festival or State & National Government holidays, then Dali Monastery and Ava Art Gallery will be included as alternative sightseeing.
If the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center is closed on Sunday, Local Festival or State & National Government holidays, then Ava Art Gallery will be included as an alternative sightseeing.

Darjeeling – NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport

After breakfast, transfer from Darjeeling to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (413 Ft / 126 Mts), covering a distance of 100 Kms in approximately 03 to 04 hours for your onward journey.

Optional: Drive via Mirik can be availed at a supplement cost of INR 1,500.00 per vehicle.