North-South Sikkim Panorama: From Namchi to Gurudongmar | 7 Nights and 8 Days Sikkim Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
North-South Sikkim Panorama: From Namchi to Gurudongmar — A specially curated 7 Nights / 8 Days Sikkim tour package ideal for families and small groups. Explore the serene southern charms of Namchi and the vibrant hill capital Gangtok, then journey north to the high-altitude wonders of Lachen, Lachung, and the iconic Gurudongmar Lake. This Sikkim Family tour package blends cultural sights, tea gardens, monasteries, alpine valleys, and breathtaking high-altitude lakes for a memorable family holiday.
Highlights:
- Panoramic high-altitude visit to Gurudongmar Lake (one of the highest lakes in the world)
- Yumthang Valley: the Valley of Flowers
- Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir day trip
- Rumtek Monastery, MG Marg and local markets in Gangtok
- Temi Tea Garden and Samdruptse Statue in Namchi
- Comfortable family-friendly stays and experienced driver-guides
Perfect for: families looking for a balanced mix of culture, light adventure and scenic relaxation. This 7 and 8 Sikkim Family tour package is built to be family-friendly with moderate driving days and acclimatization time for high-altitude excursions.
Important tips: High-altitude days (Gurudongmar) require early starts and warm clothing; medical fitness and necessary permits are required. Carry original ID proofs for permits.
Itinerary
Arrival at Siliguri (Bagdogra/NJP) & Transfer to Namchi
Arrival at Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. Meet your driver and proceed to Namchi (approx. 4–5 hours). En route enjoy scenic tea gardens and hill vistas. On arrival check into your hotel and relax.
Evening: Short walk around the town, visit the local market and enjoy a family dinner.
Distance/time & note: Road conditions can vary; travel may take longer during monsoon.
Namchi Sightseeing & Drive to Gangtok
After breakfast, explore Namchi: visit the iconic Samdruptse Statue, Char Dham complex (replica of the four Dhams), and the lush Temi Tea Garden — perfect for photos and a relaxed stroll.
Post lunch drive to Gangtok (approx. 4 hours). Evening at MG Marg for shopping, local snacks and family time.
Tip: Carry a light jacket for the evening in Gangtok.
Gangtok Local Sightseeing: Monasteries & Culture
Full-day Gangtok sightseeing to cover the spiritual and cultural highlights: Rumtek Monastery, Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten, and a visit to the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Afternoon free for leisure or optional local activities.
Evening: Explore Gangtok’s cafés and handicraft shops.
Family note: Easy walking routes suitable for children and elders; driving distances are short.
Drive to Lachen — Scenic Mountain Route
Early breakfast and drive to Lachen (approx. 6–7 hours) through picturesque valleys, terraced fields and rivers. Enjoy scenic stops and photos along the way. Arrive Lachen, check into the hotel and rest to acclimatize for the high-altitude excursion next day.
Health tip: Stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity after arrival.
Gurudongmar Lake Excursion & Transfer to Lachung
Very early start to visit Gurudongmar Lake (altitude ~17,800 ft). Spend time at the lake admiring the pristine turquoise waters and surrounding snow-capped peaks — a truly unforgettable family moment. Return via scenic mountain roads and proceed to Lachung for overnight stay.
Important: Gurudongmar visit requires permits and is weather dependent; warm clothing and sun protection are essential.
Yumthang Valley & Return to Gangtok
After breakfast, explore Yumthang Valley (the Valley of Flowers). Walk among alpine meadows and view the hot springs at Jhinu (season/weather permitting). After sightseeing, drive back to Gangtok and check into the hotel.
Evening at leisure — optional cultural program or family board games at the hotel.
Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Optional Nathu La subject to permit)
Day trip to Tsomgo (Changu) Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Experience the serene glacial lake and take family photos. Optional: If permits are available and the group prefers, a visit to Nathu La can be arranged (subject to strict permit rules and additional charges).
Evening: Return to Gangtok for a farewell dinner.
Note: Nathu La is highly permit-restricted and may not be available for all groups.
Departure: Transfer to Bagdogra/NJP
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station for your onward journey. En route refreshments stop; arrive with pleasant memories of your North–South Sikkim Panorama.
Reminder: Check flight/train timings and allow buffer time for mountain travel.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 7 nights in comfortable family-friendly hotels (as per category selected)\n- Daily breakfast & 4 standard dinners (hotel/packaged)\n- All transfers & sightseeing by a private, well-maintained vehicle (as per group size)\n- Experienced driver and local assistance for permits & routing\n- Inner-line/permit assistance for North Sikkim excursions (permit fees not always included; see exclusions)\n- All applicable hotel taxes & parking charges\n- 24x7 emergency assistance contact during the tour
Exclusions
- Airfare / Train tickets to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri\n- GST, monument/park entry fees & mandatory permits (Gurudongmar, Nathu La when applicable) — these are payable locally\n- Meals not mentioned in inclusions and any special or a la carte orders\n- Personal expenses (tips, phone calls, laundry, etc.)\n- Travel insurance & medical expenses\n- Any expenses due to flight/train delays, roadblocks, landslides, or other natural disruptions\n- Additional sightseeing or services not mentioned in the itinerary\n Important: Permit rules for North Sikkim are strict and subject to change; please carry original ID (all members) and check seasonal closures.
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