Explore the Best of North & West Sikkim

DAY 1:

Arrival: Bagdogra / NJP - Gangtok

• Enjoy the scenery, pass by the historical Coronation Bridge and watch the playful Teesta river shifting sides as you travel up.
• Check into hotel at Gangtok. Evening will be at leisure.
• You may chose to take a stroll along MG Marg or even have a traditional Sikkimese meal. We can arrange this at an extra cost
• Overnight stay in Gangtok

DAY 2:

Excursion trip: Gangtok - Tsomgo Lake - Baba Mandir - Nathula - Gangtok

• After an early breakfast you will be driven about 32 kms outside Gangtok  
  
• You will be travelling to Tsomgo Lake which is located at an altitude of 3,753 m (12,313 ft) above sea level. 
• Tsomgo Lake is an oval-shaped lake spanning 1 km long and 15 mtrs deep. This lake is very sacred for the local people. You can also enjoy the mesmerizing view of the lake from the ropeway. 
• You will also visit Baba Mandir, which is a distinguished sightseeing place of Sikkim. 
• This “Mandir” or shrine is dedicated to “Baba” Harbhajan Singh, a soldier of the Indian Army who died near Nathula Pass.
• If weather allows and permits are available, travel to the Indo-China border of Nathula Pass. This area is heavily protected by the Army and border forces.
• You will spend the night at the hotel in Gangtok. 
  

DAY 3:

Gangtok - Lachen

• After breakfast transfer to Lachen
  
• On a way you can visit Bakthang water falls, Tashi View point, Naga Falls and the Seven Sister Falls too
• Check into your hotel/ homestay in Lachen.
• Evening will be at leisure. Have an early night as you will be visiting Gurudongmar Lake early in the morning. 
• Over Night Stay at Lachen

DAY 4:

• Early morning get ready to visit Gurudongmar lake, at an altitude of more than 17000 ft above sea level. It is a scared lake, a part of which never freezes even when temperatures dip to minus. You have to visit to know about the legend.
• Drive back to Lachen for lunch and continue towards Lachung
• En-route, you can also stop over at Rabom Angora Rabbit Breeding Centre/Farm which breeds these rabbits originally from Turkey for their fine wool. The local weavers create beautiful souvenirs that you can carry back.
• Check into hotel at Lachung
• Enjoy a hearty meal and recount your adventure at Gurudongmar Lake.

DAY 5:

Lachung - Yumthang Valley - Gangtok 

• After an early morning breakfast, you will be visiting the Yumthang valley which remains covered with snow in winters
• Visit hot water springs en-route
• You have a choice to drive further to Zero Point, a highly recommended destination which will need to be arranged locally. If you are traveling during spring-summer (Mar-May), then you must surely visit here for an excellent view of the valley covered with a carpet of rhododendron flowers. A must snap for your Honeymoon in Sikkim album. 
• Drive back to Lachung for lunch and proceed towards Gangtok
• This is your last chance to pick up any souvenirs from Gangtok or local food items from the famous Lal Bazaar close by.
• You will spend the night at the hotel in Gangtok 

DAY 6:

• This day is at leisure.
• We recommend you to take a day tour around Gangtok popular sightseeing points.
• You can also opt to take a Walking tour through MG Marg and Gangtok which is conducted by us by booking a day before.
• If you are feeling adventurous to explore what the local markets have then head towards the Lal Bazaar for a variety of foods and condiments that you can carry back.
• There are small hikes in and around Gangtok (Bulbuley or the Teen-Jurey hike) that can be undertaken. 
• Cycling enthusiasts can also go on a mountain bike trip for a few hours along the outer ridges of Gangtok and stop at breathtaking view points along the way (Lingdok or Bulbuley). 

DAY 7:

West Sikkim: Gangtok - Pelling

• After breakfast, get ready to move towards Pelling, which is hill town in the west district of Sikkim and is locaed at an altitude of 7200ft above sea-level.
• On a way you can visit Buddha Park (Ravangla) after that
• Continue on your way towards Pelling
• On arrival to Pelling check into hotel. Most of the hotels offer spectacular views of the Khangchendzonga up-close and will make a wonderful morning visual treat for you.
• Evening will be at leisure
• Over Night Stay at Pelling

DAY 8:

Local Sightseeing: Pelling

• After breakfast get ready for local sightseeing. There is a lot to explore
• First on the stop is the mysterious Khecheopalri lake, another sacred lake which is brimming with fish that you can feed. The lake is fabled to never have a single leaf remain on its surface and a local folklore behind it.
• Next you will be vsiitinig the Khangchendzonga waterfalls, Rimbi waterfalls
• Return back to Pelling for lunch 
• Continue tour to the Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest in Sikkim and take in the peaceful and colorful facades 
• You will then be driven to the Rabdentse ruins just below Pemayangtse, which was the second capital of Sikkim 
• You will also visit the Singshore bridge and the recently built glass skywalk for some amazing snaps
• Over Night Stay will be at Pelling

DAY 9:

Departure : Pelling - Bagdogra/ NJP

• You will proceed towards Bagdogra/ NJP, according to your flight/ train schedule. 
  
• Your trip concludes. Head back home with lots of pictures and awesome memories