Sikkim Grand Circuit: Scenic Drives, Lakes & Cultural Stops | 6 Nights and 7 Days Sikkim Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival in Bagdogra / NJP — Transfer to Gangtok
Arrival at Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station. Meet and assist; scenic drive to Gangtok (approx. 4-5 hours) with stops for photos and tea. Check-in at the hotel. Evening stroll on MG Road and time for light shopping.
Important tip: Keep warm clothing handy; roads can be chilly even in daytime.
Gangtok Local Sightseeing
Explore the cultural and spiritual heart of Sikkim: visit Rumtek Monastery (Karma Kagyu lineage), Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten & Mani Wall, and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Afternoon free for shopping at MG Marg or optional evening cultural program.
Tip: Carry your photo ID for some sites; photography may be restricted inside monasteries.
Tsomgo (Changu) Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion
Full-day excursion to the glacial Tsomgo (Changu) Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (approx. 2 hours each way from Gangtok). Optional extension to Nathula Pass (India-China border) subject to permit availability and weather. Return to Gangtok for an overnight stay.
Note: Permits required for Nathula; permits are time-sensitive and subject to government rules.
Drive Gangtok to Lachen — En route scenic stops
Early morning departure for Lachen (approx. 6-7 hours). Scenic drive through mountain villages with stops at viewpoints and local markets. Check-in at Lachen and relax; short village walk in the evening.
Important: Road conditions can be narrow and may include hairpin bends; a comfortable drive with breaks is planned.
Gurudongmar Lake Excursion & Transfer to Lachung
Pre-dawn drive to Gurudongmar Lake (altitude ~17,800 ft) — one of Sikkim's most spectacular high-altitude lakes. Spend time for photos and reverence; return and proceed to Lachung in the afternoon. Overnight at Lachung.
Health Advisory: High-altitude sickness can affect some travelers. Carry prescribed medications and inform the team of any medical condition.
Yumthang Valley (Valley of Flowers) & Return to Gangtok
Visit Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers (seasonal blooms) and optional Zero Point (subject to weather/road). Enjoy hot local meals, panoramic views and short walks. Later drive back to Gangtok for the final overnight stay.
Tip: Spring (late Feb to May) is best for wildflowers; winter months may be snowbound.
Departure — Transfer to Bagdogra / NJP
After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station for onward journey. En route photo stops and final shopping in local markets if time permits. End of the Sikkim Grand Circuit package.
Reminder: Confirm flight/train timings in advance to account for mountain traffic conditions.
Inclusions
• 6 nights accommodation as per category (Gangtok - 4 nights, Lachen - 1 night, Lachung - 1 night) • Daily breakfast (hotel buffet or set menu) • All transfers, sightseeing & road transport by private vehicle (As per itinerary) • Experienced driver and fuel, tolls, parking charges • All permits for Tsomgo and North Sikkim excursions (as required; subject to documentation) • Local taxes and service charges
This package is offered as an SEO-friendly Sikkim tour package and Sikkim Family Retreat tour package option.
Exclusions
• Airfare / Train tickets to Bagdogra / NJP • Nathula Pass permit fees (if chosen), any special permits not included in the inclusions • Entry fees, camera fees, guide charges at monuments unless specified • Lunches & dinners (unless specifically included) • Personal expenses (tips, laundry, phone calls, etc.) • Travel insurance and medical expenses • Anything not mentioned in 'Inclusions'
Note: High-altitude medical care, oxygen supply or evacuation costs are not included and will be borne by the traveler.
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