Complete Gangtok & North Sikkim: Lakes, Valleys & Local Cuisine | 5 Nights and 6 Days North-East Package

Name: Complete Gangtok & North Sikkim: Lakes, Valleys & Local Cuisine | 5 Nights and 6 Days North-East Package
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Price: 18800.00 INR
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5 Nights and 6 Days

Gangtok - 3NLachen - 1NLachung - 1N

3+

Transfer Included
Stay Included
Meals Included
Sightseeing Included

Overview

A 6-day, 5-night North-East Adventure tour package that explores the best of Sikkim's capital and the pristine high-altitude lakes and valleys of North Sikkim. This North-East tour package blends scenic drives, cultural immersion, and local cuisine tasting. Ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive North-East Adventure package with comfortable stays and guided sightseeing. Permits required for restricted areas (arranged by the operator).

Itinerary

Day1

Arrival & Evening at MG Marg — Relax and Local Flavors

Arrive at Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station, transfer to Gangtok (approx. 4-5 hrs by road). Check in and relax. In the evening, stroll along MG Marg — the heart of Gangtok — and sample local snacks. Visit nearby attractions if time permits.

Highlights: Evening walk at MG Marg, local eateries, light shopping.

Important: Early arrival recommended to acclimatize to the altitude.

Day2

Tsongmo (Tsomgo) Lake & Baba Harbhajan Shrine — High-altitude Lakes

Full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Tsongmo Lake) and Baba Harbhajan Singh Shrine (East Sikkim). Enjoy the turquoise lake, yak rides (optional), and panoramic mountain views. Return to Gangtok by evening.

Optional: Visit Nathu La pass subject to permit and availability — inform at booking.

Tip: Carry warm clothing; temperatures near the lake are several degrees colder.

Day3

Scenic Drive to Lachen — Gateway to North Sikkim

Early morning drive to Lachen (approx. 6-7 hrs). Pass through scenic hamlets, waterfalls like Seven Sisters (Bhim Nala), and terraced farmlands. Check in on arrival and rest.

Highlights: Changing landscapes, rural Sikkimese villages, photo stops.

Travel Note: Road conditions can vary; expect multiple stops for acclimatization and photos.

Day4

Gurudongmar Lake Excursion & Transfer to Lachung

Very early start to the sacred Gurudongmar Lake (one of the highest lakes in the world). Experience stark high-altitude beauty and snow-capped panoramas. Return to Lachen for lunch and then drive to Lachung in the afternoon.

Important: Gurudongmar is at very high altitude; travelers must be medically fit and carry required medications. Carry original ID for permits.

Highlights: Gurudongmar Lake, high-altitude landscapes, photo opportunities.

Day5

Yumthang Valley & Zero Point (Optional) — Valley of Flowers

Visit Yumthang Valley — the famous 'Valley of Flowers' — and the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary (seasonal blooms). Option to drive further to Zero Point (Yumesamdong) if road and weather permit. Return to Gangtok later in the day (long drive) and overnight in Gangtok.

Tip: Bloom season (Mar–May) offers spectacular rhododendron vistas — book early.

Note: Zero Point accessibility is weather-dependent; if closed, spend more time in Yumthang and hot springs.

Day6

Departure — Last-minute Shopping & Transfers

After breakfast, enjoy a brief sightseeing (time permitting) — Rumtek Monastery or Handloom & Handicraft Centre — then transfer to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station for onward journey.

Tip: Keep travel documents and permits handy. If departing late, explore more of Gangtok's local cuisine.

Farewell: Depart with memories of lakes, valleys, and Sikkimese hospitality.

Inclusions

Accommodation as per itinerary (3 nights Gangtok, 1 night Lachen, 1 night Lachung), daily breakfast & selected dinners, all transfers by private comfort vehicle, experienced local driver and guide for restricted-area permits, permits for Tsomgo/Gurudongmar/Yumthang (procurement assistance), sightseeing as per itinerary, emergency oxygen cylinder at driver/vehicle, basic first-aid kit.

Note: Permits subject to government approval; operator will assist with paperwork.

Exclusions

Airfare/train fare to Bagdogra/NJP, forest/night stay permits if required under special circumstances, personal expenses (tips, laundry, phone calls), alcoholic beverages, lunch on some days unless specified, entry fees at monuments (if any), travel insurance, charges for optional activities (yak ride, Zero Point escorts), any medical evacuation costs.

Important: Visitors are recommended to have comprehensive travel insurance covering high-altitude activities.