Sikkim Scenic Drive: Old Silk Route & Mountain Pass Photo Tour | 4 Nights and 5 Days Sikkim Package
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- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Sikkim Scenic Drive: Old Silk Route & Mountain Pass Photo Tour — a 4 nights / 5 days Sikkim tour package designed for photographers and adventure travelers. This Sikkim Adventure tour package combines high-altitude lakes, historic mountain passes along the Old Silk Route, and panoramic Himalayan vistas. You will explore Gangtok, the Old Silk Route viewpoints, Lachen (for Gurudongmar Lake) and Lachung (for Yumthang Valley & Zero Point) with comfortable transfer...
Itinerary
Arrival, Transfer to Gangtok & Evening at Leisure
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station. Meet and assist on arrival and drive to Gangtok (approx. 4–5 hours) with scenic mountain and river views. Check-in at your hotel.
Afternoon/evening: Short orientation walk at MG Marg and a gentle stroll to nearby viewpoints. Capture dusk shots of Gangtok town and surrounding ridgelines.
Important: Travel time depends on road and weather conditions. Keep warm layers handy for evenings.
Tsomgo (Changu) Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion
Full-day excursion to Tsomgo (Changu) Lake (approx. 40 km, 1.5–2 hours each way) with a stop at Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple. Photograph the pristine alpine lake, yak herds, and surrounding snow-capped peaks. Optionally visit Gurudongmar/Gangtok photo stops en route back.
Return to Gangtok in the evening. Time permitting explore local markets for handicrafts and local Sikkim tea.
Tip: Altitude here is moderate; carry sunscreen and water. Permits may be required for certain excursions.
Gangtok to Lachen — Old Silk Route Scenic Drive
Early morning departure from Gangtok to Lachen, following stretches of the historic Old Silk Route and high mountain passes. En route enjoy multiple photo stops: cascading rivers, long mountain vistas, alpine villages, and waterfalls.
Check-in at Lachen. Short village walk and sunset photo shoot of surrounding peaks.
Note: Road conditions can be rugged on some stretches. Expect a long drive (6–8 hours) with several scenic halts.
Gurudongmar Lake Excursion (Lachen)
Pre-dawn transfer to Gurudongmar Lake — one of India’s highest motorable lakes and a spectacular photographic location. Capture sunrise on icy-blue waters with dramatic mountain backdrops. Return to Lachen for brunch, then drive to Lachung in the afternoon.
Evening at leisure in Lachung; short walk to explore the alpine village.
Important: Very high-altitude excursion — ensure proper acclimatization, carry warm clothing and consult on any medical conditions. Vehicle and permit restrictions apply.
Yumthang Valley, Zero Point & Return to Gangtok
Morning visit to Yumthang Valley (the 'Valley of Flowers') — photographic meadows, rhododendron forests (seasonal), and streams. Continue to Zero Point (weather and permit dependent) for snow views and expansive panoramas.
Drive back to Gangtok in the afternoon/evening for drop-off at Bagdogra Airport / NJP or overnight stay in Gangtok depending on departure timing.
Tip: Carry packed snacks and warm layers; mountain weather can change rapidly.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 4 nights in twin/double rooms (category as selected)
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per itinerary
- Experienced local driver and guide
- Permits for restricted areas (subject to government rules)
- Daily breakfast and 3 dinners (as per hotel plan)
- Inner-line permits and vehicle permits for Lachen/Lachung excursions
- Emergency assistance and basic first-aid kit
This Sikkim Adventure package price is subject to seasonal changes and permit fees.
Exclusions
- Airfare or train fare to Bagdogra / NJP
- Monument / park entry fees, optional activities and charges at high-altitude sites
- Personal expenses, tips, insurance, and alcoholic beverages
- Any additional stays, transfers or services not specified in inclusions
- Medical costs for altitude-related illnesses
Note: Some high-altitude locations like Gurudongmar and Zero Point require early starts and may be inaccessible in bad weather; any extra nights or changes caused by weather are not included.
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