Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

• Day : 1 ARRIVAL AT BAGDOGRA AIRPORT (IXB)/ NJP RAILWAY STATION/ SILIGURI & TRANSFER TO GANGTOK(125 Kms/5 Hr)

  Welcome to the Cleanest State in India - Sikkim, and transfer to the capital city. As the aircraft lands at the nearest airport, our representative waits outside to meet & greet on arrival at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) and drives towards Gangtok (Alt.5550Ft/1675M). The drive is about 4 hours following the most scenic way through the beautiful lanes of Sikkim along with the picturesque Teesta River. On arrival, check into the beautiful view rooms of the hotel well equipped with modern amenities and sink into the soft bed to get off the exhaustion. In the evening, take a stroll in the neighborhood or enjoy some hot coffee sitting on the balcony while admiring the beauty of the place. Overnight at Gangtok.

   

  Siteseeing :

  Night Stay: Gangtok
  
  Hotel: Sikkim Retreat
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: MAP (Room With Breakfast & Dinner)

• Day : 2 DAY EXCURSION TO CHANGU LAKE, BABA MANDIR & NATHULA PASS

  As the morning sores in, the warm rays of the sun knock through the window to give a startup call for the second day. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in its peaceful surroundings, and load the bags with dry foods before leaving for a full-day trip to Tsomgo Lake with Baba Mandir / Nathula Pass Excursion.

   

  New Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir - The Baba Mandir was built in the Memorial of Baba Harbhajan Singh or the 'Hero of Nathula', a soldier in the Indian Army. It is situated at a distance of 12 km from Tsomgo Lake, and 52 km from Gangtok city. Baba Harbhajan served as a part of the border patrol force, and in the year 1968 while escorting a mule column he felts on a fast-flowing stream and got carried away by the powerful water current. Soldiers found his remains after 3 days and cremated him with full military honor along with a shrine on his Samadhi built as per Baba's wish, which he expressed through his friend post-death. 

   

  Tsomgo Lake (12400ft) - Also known as Changu Lake is an oval-shaped glacial lake that is only 40 km from Gangtok City, and almost about 1 km in length with 15 meters in depth. The name Tsomgo is made of two words in Bhutia Language 'Tso' means 'lake' and 'Mgo' means 'head' in the short 'source of the lake'. 

   

  Nathula Pass - A major mountain pass in the Himalayas in East Sikkim district, which is a corridor of passage between India and Tibet before it was closed in 1962 but reopened in 2006. Located around 56 km from Gangtok at an altitude of 14450 ft, the road to Nathula is the highest motorable road, passes through the Tsomgo Lake, and requires an entry permit to visit. 

  Nathula Pass is closed on Monday /Tuesday and Permit depends on Weather conditions & on an extra payment basis.

  Overnight at Gangtok.

   

   

   

  Siteseeing :

  Nathula Pass * New Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir * Tsomgo Lake *

  Night Stay: Gangtok
  
  Hotel: Sikkim Retreat
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: MAP (Room With Breakfast & Dinner)

• Day : 3 GANGTOK TO LACHEN TRANSFER

  After the blackness of night, Earth's star rises on the horizon, spreading her gold in every direction, to wake up the dreamy city of Gangtok, to kick start the day. Get the tummy refilled with a heavy breakfast before leaving for 6 hour long journey towards Lachen 130 Km. Post breakfast, around 10 a.m. leave for Lachen via NH 31A. En-route visit sightseeings :

  Kabi Lungstok - It's a historic place, located on North Sikkim Highway. This is where a friendship treaty between Lepcha Chief Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed. 

  Seven Sister Waterfalls - The name is given to this waterfall as it makes its descent in seven stages, before gushing down through the dense forest and hitting the rock. 

  Naga Waterfalls - Another picturesque waterfall in North Sikkim near the confluence of Lachen-Chu and Lachung-Chu at Chungthang. 

  Lachen - The name Lachen means "Big Pass" Nestled at an altitude of 8838 ft in North Sikkim, this peaceful place is secluded far from the noisy city between Chopta Valley and Gurudongmar Lake
  
  

  After check-in to the hotel, head straight towards the cozy room equipped with basic amenities and facing the beautiful green mountain. This remote place doesn't have much to offer the tourist except for its natural beauty, so one can spend the evening tasting some local Sikkim flavors while admiring nature.

  Overnight at Lachen.

   

   

  Siteseeing :

  Kabi Lungstok * Naga Waterfalls * Seven Sister Waterfalls *

  Night Stay: Lachen
  
  Hotel: Royal Lachen
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: AP (Room With Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

• Day : 4 LACHEN TO LACHUNG TRANSFER

  After shedding the exhaustion with a good night's sleep in a peaceful environment, day 04 calls to get up a bit early to get moving towards the sightseeing of the day after feasting on fresh and hot breakfast while appreciating the beautiful morning. Post breakfast visits Gurudongmar Lake (5450 M/70 Km/03 hours).
  
  Gurudongmar Lake - Located at an altitude of 17800 ft, this high altitude natural lake is considered the most sacred lakes as believed by the Buddhists and Hindus alike. This high altitude beautiful and awe-inspiring lake remains milky in color throughout the year. This beautiful lake used to remain frozen most of the year, hence it was not possible to use its water for drinking purposes. When the Guru Padmasambhava passed by, while returning from Tibet, the residents are reported to have approached him for providing a source of water. The Guru obliged, and a portion of the lake touched by him does not freeze in extreme winter. Since the water of the lake is considered sacred, visitors carry the 'blessed' water in bottles.

  After lunch, check out from the hotel and transfer to Lachung.

   

   

  Siteseeing :

  * Gurudongmer Lake *

  Night Stay: Lachung
  
  Hotel: Delight Royal Lachung
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: AP (Room With Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

• Day : 5 LACHUNG TO GANGTOK TRANSFER

  For others, the arrival of a new day brings new hope and for explorers, a new day brings a new destination. As the golden hues of the sun illuminate the lazy town of Sikkim, with the birds joining for the get-up call fills the morning with their sweet melody to aware everyone morning has arrived. Enjoy the fresh morning from the balcony, with the jaw-dropping view of the mountains while sipping some tea. Post breakfast, leave for Yumthang Valley Excursion.

  Yumthang Valley - Also known as the Valley of Flowers when the 24 species of Rhododendron blooms during May and the Valley full of Snow during winter. Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary Spread over 43 sq. km through which flows the Yumthang river, it adjoins Lachung and Yumthang. 
  
  Zero Point - The formal name of this Zero point is Yumesamdong, Zero Point Sikkim stands at an altitude of 15,300 feet (23 kms from Yumthang Valley) is the last outpost of civilization where three rivers meet amid a panoramic view of the snow-clad mountain and picturesque surrounding. Tourists with asthma are advised to avoid this place due to high altitude sickness because of the low oxygen level.

  VISITING ZERO POINT IS SUBJECT TO PERMIT AND ROAD CONDITIONS & ALWAYS ON AN EXTRA CHARGE BASIS.

  After lunch in Lachung, move towards Gangtok.

  Overnight Gangtok.

   

  Siteseeing :

  * Yumthang Valley * Zero Point *

  Night Stay: Gangtok
  
  Hotel: Sikkim Retreat
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: MAP (Room With Breakfast & Dinner)

• Day : 6 GANGTOK TO PELLING TRANSFER VIA NAMCHI & RAVANGLA

   

  Today after early morning after breakfast we will go for Pelling via Namchi & Ravangla.

   

  Namchi/Char Dham - Around 2 hours drive away from Sikkims capital, Gangtok, lies the marvellous temple compound of Char Dham locked away by spectacular mountains. The place is believed to wash off anybodys sins. It comprises four shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Lord Krishna, Lord Jagannath and Lord Shiva. The shrine compound falls on the hilly route between Melli and Jorethang.

   

  The Buddha Park of Ravangla, also known as Tathagata Tsal, is situated near Ravangla in South Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim. It was constructed between 2006 and 2013, and features a 130-foot-high (40 m) statue of the Buddha, erected to mark the 2550th anniversary of the birth of Gautama Buddha, as its main attraction. The statue, built of 60 tonnes of copper.

   

  Overnight at Pelling.

   

   

   

  Siteseeing :

  Namchi/Char Dham * The Buddha Park of Ravangla *

  Night Stay: Pelling
  
  Hotel: Pelling Crest
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: MAP (Room With Breakfast & Dinner)

• Day : 7 PELLING LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

  Post breakfast, start for Pelling Sightseeing Tour in two parts:

   

  Pelling Skywalk and Sangacholing Monastery - Pelling Skywalk is a new attraction and an engineering marvel and is located just 3 km from Pelling town. The breathtaking view of Mt. Kanchanjungha makes visitors spellbound from here.

   

  Rimbi Waterfalls - About 12 km away from Pelling and about 5 km further down from Darap village is Rimbi River Bank, which falls on the way to Khecheopalri, and Yuksam where the main attractions are the river waterfalls. 

   

  Kanchenjunga WaterFalls - One of the large waterfalls in West Sikkim situated at a distance of 24 km from Pelling. It is a major tourist attraction located on a sharply curved roadside. The water is so cold, and the intensity of the fall is also high, this water is directly from Kanchanjanga parvat, Holy water. 

   

  Khecheopalri Lake - Before leaving, make an immortal wish on it. It is a very holy and sacred lake, and birds prohibit any leaves to drop on the lake. This lake is a small paradise for Photographers & Bird explorers. 

   

  Pemyangse Monastery - The Pemyangse Monastery is a major attraction, not only because of its religious importance but also its history. The monastery which stands at an altitude of over 6,800 feet, is among the oldest in Sikkim. 

   

  The decoration within the monastery is full of impressive paintings on Buddhist themes and statues of Buddhist deities. In former times.

   

  Rabdentse Ruins - Located near the Pemayangtse Monastery, this was the second capital of the Sikkim Royalty after Yuksom. The ruins of the city command a panoramic view of Kanchenjunga and the valley. 

   

  Night Stay at the Hotel in Pelling.

   

   

  
  
  

  Siteseeing :

  Kanchenjunga WaterFalls * Kechopalri Lake * Pelling Skywalk and Sangacholing Monastery * Pemyangse Monastery * Rabdentse Ruins * Rimbi Waterfalls *

  Night Stay: Pelling
  
  Hotel: Pelling Crest
  
  
  
  Meal Plan: MAP (Room With Breakfast & Dinner)

• Day : 8 MEMORIES ARE THE TIMELESS TREASURE OF THE HEART

   sweet Sikkim memories to cherish forever.

   The awestruck morning view of the mighty Kanchenjunga from the balcony of the hotel is worth visiting Pelling. Enjoy the delicious spread at the breakfast table while enjoying the charm of the place, and post breakfast check out from the hotel, and move towards Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP Railway Station / Siliguri with sweet Sikkim memories to cherish forever.  sweet Sikkim memories to cherish forever.