Gangtok North Sikkim Tour
Location
GANGTOK NORTH SIKKIM TOUR
Embark on a scenic tour from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Siliguri Junction to Gangtok, where you'll have leisure time to explore local markets. Journey onwards to Lachen for breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, visiting Gurudongmar Lake and Chopta Valley. Continue to Lachung for the picturesque Yumthang Valley and rejuvenating hot springs. Return to Gangtok for visits to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir, concluding with a transfer back to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Siliguri Junction.
Itinerary
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) /New Jalpaiguri Railway Station -NJP /Siliguri Junction – Gangtok (130 km / 4.30 Hours Drive Approximately). You will be welcomed by our representative at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Siliguri Junction. Our representative will assist you on a road journey to Gangtok. As soon as you arrive, you will be escorted to the hotel in Gangtok. Let the excitement build up, as you ascend the affluent green-forested hills via coiling roads. On arrival in Gangtok, check in at the hotel and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure and you can explore the nearby market areas. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
After breakfast at your hotel in Gangtok, embark on your journey to Lachen. Along the way, make a stop at the Singhik View Point, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Siniolchu. Next, visit the Seven Sisters Waterfalls, a spectacular series of cascades that offer a perfect photo opportunity. Continue your journey and stop at the Naga Waterfalls, known for their powerful, broad stream of water that flows at high speed, providing an exhilarating experience for visitors. After these enriching stops, continue your drive to Lachen. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. An overnight stay at the hotel in Lachen.
After an early morning breakfast, check out from the hotel in Lachen and head to Gurudongmar Lake, a serene spot near the Tibet border, set at 17,000 feet and surrounded by snow-covered peaks. Then, make brief stops at the picturesque Chopta Valley, known for its diverse hues and adventure activities, and the charming Thangu Valley, adorned with vibrant alpine flowers. Post lunch, check out and proceed to Lachung, check into the hotel, and visit the Lachung Monastery, an ancient Nyingma Buddhist gompa renowned for its annual mask dance.
After taking breakfast at the hotel proceed to Yumthang valley – which is also known as the Valley of Flowers in North Sikkim (Alt 11,800 ft). On the way back to hotel stop at the nearby hot springs for a relaxing break and experience their reputed healing properties. which is considered to have medicinal properties. Later return back to hotel & leave for Gangtok. An overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.
After a leisurely breakfast at around 8 am, start for excursion to Baba Mandir & Tshangu Lake - situated at a height of 12400Ft / 3780 Mts, with an average depth of 50 ft. The scenic, zig-zag road through craggy mountain terrain leads to Tsomgo Lake, known for its ethereal beauty and considered sacred. The lake's appearance changes with the seasons: snow-covered in winter and surrounded by colorful flowers in spring. After that Visit Baba Harbhajan Mandir, a must-see shrine dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh, a brave Indian soldier who died near Nathula Pass due to bad weather. After the excursion, return to Gangtok for an overnight stay at the hotel.
GANGTOK TO IXB/NJP/SLG DROP (124 Km / 4 Hrs Approxmiately)
Inclusion & Exclusion
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as specified (typically breakfast and dinner)
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Transfers by private vehicle
- All applicable taxes
- Airfare or train fare
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- Any additional meals or services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Entry fees to monuments, museums, etc.
- Travel insurance
