Sikkim-Darjeeling
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About Itinerary
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is a charming hill station that mesmerizes with its breathtaking views and cultural vibrancy. Nestled in the Himalayas, it offers a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm. For an enriching and hassle-free exploration of Gangtok's attractions, consider collaborating with the best travel agency in Guwahati. Their expertise can ensure a well-organized itinerary, allowing you to immerse yourself in Gangtok's monasteries, markets, and panoramic landscapes with ease and comfort.
Day : 1
Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station-Darjeeling
Today pick up from Airport/Railway station and transfer to Darjeeling. Darjeeling is a popular hill station located in the Indian state of West Bengal. On reaching Darjeeling check into hotel. Evening is free time for leisure and overnight stay.
Day : 2
Darjeeling-Pelling
Today early morning enjoy sunrise in the Tiger Hill sunrise point. Later visit Batasia Loop .You can enjoy picturesque view of Kanchenjangha and Darjeeling town.You can also enjoy toy train ride here in Batasia Loop. Later visit Ghoom Monastery (4 AM-7:30 AM).Post Breakfast you can visit 7 points (Timing: 9AM to 1.00PM) - Darjeeling Zoo and Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tea garden, Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee center (Closed on Sunday) and Lebong Race Course Area.Later drive to Pelling and night stay in hotel
Day : 3
Pelling
Full Day Pelling City Tour (Timing: 8.30AM to 4.30AM). Local tour in Pelling with visits to 8 popular tourist points – Darap Village and Valley, Rimbi Waterfalls, Rock Garden, Kunchenjungha Water Falls and Khecheopalri Holy Lake. After lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Helipad View Point, Rubduntse Palace Ruins and Bird Sanctuary. Free evening Overnight at Pelling
Day : 4
Pelling-Gangtok
Today morning after breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Gangtok. Gangtok is the capital town of Sikkim. Enroute you can visit Rabangla .On reaching Gangtok check in hotel. Evening is free time to explore Gangtok town and night stay.
Day : 5
Gangtok -Tsongo Lake with Baba Mandir Excursion
Gangtok to Tsongo Lake with Baba Mandir Excursion – 52kms in 3hrs - One way (Timing: 7.30AM to 2.30PM). After breakfast drive to Tsongo Lake (Alt 12000ft/3600M), a high altitude alpine lake close to Indo-China Border. Enjoy playing in snow and try Yak Ride and proceed further to Legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Back to Hotel for late Lunch. Optional tour to Nathula Pass (Alt 14000Ft / 4200M) on China Border can also be arranged (Except Mon, Tue) for Indian Nationals only with 30 Days Advance Request at an additional cost. Afternoon is free for personal activities. Overnight at Gangtok
Day : 6
Gangtok-Lachen
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Lachen. On the way visit Singhik, Seven Sister Water Falls, Chungthang Confluence.On reaching Lachen check in at local Guest house or hotel. Evening is free time for leisure and overnight stay at Lachen
Day : 7
Lachen-Lachung
Lachen to Thangu, Chopta Valley and Gurudongmar Lake (for Indians Only), Total 120kms in 6hrs – Early morning drive to Thangu Village (Alt 13625Ft / 4100M), a remote high altitude village of Tibetan Nomads and also proceed further to Chopta Valley (Alt 13325Ft / 4000M) to get some breathtaking view of alpine valley of frozen rivers. From Chopta Valley drive for another 30kms in 1.5hr to Gurudongmar Lake (Alt 17375Ft / 5225M) close to Tibet Border, the one of the Highest and biggest fresh water lakes in Sikkim. Back to Lachen for Lunch. Lachen to Lachung, 50kms in 2.5hrs – Check out from Lachen and drive further to Lachung (Alt 8075Ft / 2425M) via Chungthang. En route visit Chungthang Confluence and Vimnala Water Falls. Check in at hotel. Free evening Overnight at Lachung
Day : 8
Lachung
Lachung to Yumthang Valley Excursion 25kms in 1.5hrs (One Way) – Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley (Alt 11925Ft / 3575M), an Alpine flower valley in North Sikkim. Enjoy the scenic landscape and Hot spring and drive back to Lachung for Lunch. Free evening to roam around the village and river valley. Overnight at Lachung Optional Yumesamdong Valley (Alt 15750Ft / 4725M) for Indian tourists only– From Yumthang Valley you can drive for another 30kms in 1.5hr to Yumesamdong or Zero Point close to Tibet Border, and back to Lachung.
Day : 9
Lachung-Gangtok
Today post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Gangtok via Chungthang. On reaching check in hotel. After freshen up evening you can explore local markets in Gangtok and night stay.
Day : 10
Gangtok-Airport/Railway station
Today check out from hotel and drive to Airport/Railway station to start onward journey
Sikkim-Darjeeling
Tour Duration : 9 Nights/10 Days
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