Where you stay

Gangtok

3 nights

Hotel Ninamma (Deluxe)

Lachung

1 night

Rufina Lachung Deezong (Deluxe)

4 nights in 2 cities, 1 room. Similar hotels may be used if one is full.

What's included

• Accommodation
• Sightseeing
• Pickup and drop
• Welcome Drink on Arrival

Trip details

Day by day

1. Day 1 Gangtok

   XB Airport nIjp – Gangtok ( 4 / 5Hr)

   Welcome to the north eastern heaven on earth. Your Sikkim tour starts here Meet & Greet on
   arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Gangtok. On arrival Check-in to hotel &
   rest of the day at leisure. Evening free to go famous MG Road& Enjoy the local Beauty of Gangtok.
   Overnight stay at Gangtok.

   Night in Gangtok · Hotel Ninamma (Deluxe)
2. Day 2 Lachung

   Gangtok to Lachung (about 125km/6hrs)

   After breakfast drive to lachung. for about 6 hours,Lachung is a mountain village close to the Tibetan border, in the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. It's divided by the Lachung River. The village is home to the 19th-century Buddhist Lachung Monastery, surrounded by apple orchards. Nearby, the Yumthang Valley's Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary protects many species of rhododendron. The valley is also known for its waterfalls, pine forests and hot springs.Lachung is at an elevation of about 9,600 feet (2,900 m) and at the confluence of the lachen and Lachung Rivers, both tributaries of the River Teesta. The word Lachungmeans "small pass"enroute visit singhik view point, seven sister waterfalls, nagawaterwater falls, bheema water falls and twin falls, stop on way for lunch. Reach lachung by evening. Dinner at hotel. Overnight atlachung hotel.

   Night in Lachung · Rufina Lachung Deezong (Deluxe)
3. Day 3 Gangtok

   Lachung-Yumthang excursion –Gangtok (Zero Point Optional )

   Early morning visit yumthang valley(known as valley of flowers), yumthang is the summer grazing grounds of the yeks& winter play grounds of yetis. On the way back visit the spring considered to have medical properties.Back to resort for lunch, Then Drive to Gangtok. Overnight at Gangtok.
   • Zero point Extra Rs.3000 to Rs.4000 Depends On Army Permit & Weather Condition

   Night in Gangtok · Hotel Ninamma (Deluxe)
4. Day 4 Gangtok

   : Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir,Try a yak-ride &cable car(Nathula pass optional)

   After breakfast day excursion to the oval shaped Tsomgo Lake (40 kms from Gangtok departure in the morning) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and home to the Brahminy duck and several migratory birds. In spring enjoy the beauty of premolars, magnolias and rhododendron in bloomOn the way stop at KyongnoslaThe cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Travel to Baba Mandir (Memorial & temple honoring Indian army soldier, folk hero & saint Baba Harbhajan Singh.) another 17 kms beyond Tsomgo lake. Return to Gangtok. Overnight halt at GangtokHotel..
   * Try a yak-ride along the shores of the alpine lake or take a walk past the food-stalls and souvenir shops to the natural shore of the lake.
   *A cable car that climbs to 14,500 feet on the snow-covered slopes near Changu Lake is fast becoming a major attraction for tourists to Sikkim. Built after an almost a decade-long struggle, the TsomgoPassenger Ropeway started operation in July 2017
   Optional Nathula (Additional Cost) (14140 Ft / 4310 Mts / 20 Kms in 1Hrs one way from Tshangu Lake) Baba Mandir (13100Ft / 3994 Mts / 16Kms in 1Hrs one way from Tshangu Lake) is an Indo China border, controlled by the Indian Army & is situated approx 20 Kms ahead of Tshangu Lake at an height of 14140 Ft / 4310. The journey to Nathula& Baba Mandir is same up to 16 Kms. At this point the right arm of the “V” which is 4 Kms takes one to Baba Mandir & left arm of the “V” which is 4 Kms takes one to Nathula.
   One can opt for Nathula Excursion by paying a supplement cost which varies from month to month. Nathula permit gets confirmed 24 hrs prior to the journey date & it is subjected to permit availability as it is allotted as per lottery. Nathula is closed on Monday & Tuesday for tourist. Organizing the permit at the last moment is not possible & a clear window of 72 Hrs with proper documents is required to process the permit. There is no refund, in case the permit is confirmed by Sikkim tourism & due to whatsoever reason (Land slide, Heavy rain fall, VIP Movement, Health issue etc) one is not able to visit.pickup and drop from north sikkim stand for sumo/maxx8am to 8pm) nathulaexta Rs 6000 per Cab (Nathula Monday Tuesday Closed)

   Night in Gangtok · Hotel Ninamma (Deluxe)
5. Day 5

   Gangtok to Njp/airport Drop

   After breakfast at your hotel and proceed for the NJP Station / Bagdogra (IXB).It takes about 3 hours (depending on traffic) 55 (Hill Cart Road) offers magnificent views of the mountains, valleys and village life. Board your train/flight for your onward destination with cheerful memories of your holiday.

Notes from the tour operator