Gurudongmar & Chopta Valley Expedition: High-Altitude Spectacle | 6 Nights and 7 Days Sikkim Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok
Gangtok Local Sightseeing & Acclimatization
After breakfast, enjoy a curated Gangtok sightseeing tour covering Tashi Viewpoint, Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten, and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Evening free for optional cable car ride or local market shopping.
Important: Avoid strenuous activity; allow your body to acclimatize to altitude.
Drive to Lachen (Gateway to North Sikkim)
Scenic morning drive from Gangtok to Lachen (approx. 6-7 hours) passing through picturesque landscapes and mountain roads. Check in at Lachen village guesthouse/hotel. Short walk around the village to observe local life.
Note: Carry warm clothing; temperatures drop significantly in North Sikkim.
Gurudongmar Lake Excursion and Transfer to Lachung
Very early departure to Gurudongmar Lake (approx. 3-4 hours from Lachen). Spend time at the stunning high-altitude Gurudongmar Lake—take photos and soak in panoramic Himalayan views. After visiting, return and proceed towards Lachung (transfer, approx. 3-4 hours).
Important: Inner Line Permits required for Gurudongmar are managed by the tour operator. Expect high-altitude conditions; please inform the guide of any health issues.
Chopta Valley (Yumthang) & Return to Gangtok
Morning visit to Chopta Valley (Yumthang Valley)—experience expansive meadows, seasonal rhododendron blooms, and the Yumthang Hot Springs (optional). After sightseeing, drive back to Gangtok (long drive, approx. 7-8 hours) with scenic stops en route.
Tip: Carry packed snacks and water for the drive. Weather in the valley can change rapidly.
Leisure Day in Gangtok or Optional Adventure Activities
Relax in Gangtok or choose optional activities: a short trek, ropeway/cable car, or visit Tsomgo Lake & Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (full-day optional excursion, subject to permit availability). Use this day for shopping, spa, or exploring cafes.
Note: Optional excursions to Tsomgo Lake are weather & permit dependent. Inform the operator 24 hours in advance.
Departure from Gangtok to Bagdogra / NJP
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station for onward journey. Tour concludes with fond memories of your Sikkim Adventure tour package.
Important: Allow extra travel time for road traffic and mountain conditions.
Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin/shared basis for 6 nights (as per itinerary)
- Daily breakfast and 3 dinners
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle (as per itinerary)
- Inner Line Permits for North Sikkim (Gurudongmar & Yumthang) processing
- Local English-speaking guide during North Sikkim visits
- Parking, fuel, driver allowances and tolls
- Basic first-aid kit and oxygen cylinder (on request)
Note: Accommodation category and meal plans can be customized.
Exclusions
- Airfare / Train tickets to Bagdogra / NJP
- Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
- GST, service charges, and government taxes (if applicable)
- Camera fees, monument entry fees not listed, and personal expenses
- Tips, porterage, and optional activities (e.g., hot springs entry, cable car)
- Any expenses arising due to natural calamities, roadblocks, or flight/train delays
Important: High-altitude travel requires a current medical check-up for guests with heart or respiratory conditions.
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