GANGTOK PACKAGE TOUR DURATION : 4 Nights | 5 Days
Package-details
Places Covered : Kurseong, Pelling, Darjeeling,
Duration : 5 Days
Pickup & Drop : Bagdogra Airport [IXB] / NJP Station / Siliguri Station
Daywise Detailed Iritenery
DAY 1 - BAGDOGRA / NJP TO GANGTOK [4 hr 14 min (122.2 km) via NH10]
Meet & greet on arrival at the Cleanest State in India – Sikkim for your Sikkim Darjeeling Package Tour. As the aircraft lands at the nearest airport, our representative waits outside the Bagdogra Airport [IXB] to start towards Gangtok (Alt.5550Ft/1675M) the capital city of Sikkim.
On arrival, check-in to the beautiful view rooms of the hotel, well equipped with modern amenities, and sink into the soft bed to get off the exhaustion. In the evening, take a stroll in the neighborhood or enjoy some hot coffee sitting on the balcony while admiring the beauty of Gangtok. Overnight at the hotel in Gangtok
DAY 2 : GANGTOK TO LACHEN TRANSFER [4 HR 45 MIN (120.5 KM) VIA SINGTAM - CHUNGTHANG RD]
Getup early in the morning. Stroll through the MG Marg and enjoy the cool morning in Gangtok. If you are lucky enough, you can behold the majestic Mt. Kanchenjungha from Gangtok also. Refresh yourself, enjoy your morning tea and then jump for morning breakfast. Post lunch pack your bag and around 10am set out for Lachen Tour via via Singtam - Chungthang Rd. It is almost 5 hrs long journey. So tighten your seatbelt and enjoy the amazing view of the Sikkim throughout your journey. On the way visit some of the best sightseeing spot like:
Tashi View Point - Located in Tashi about 8 Km from Gangtok town built by Tashi Namgyal, which offers a panoramic view of Mt Kanchenjunga on a clear day. Binocular and Telescopes are mounted at the viewpoint, which can get an unobstructed view of the mountains, and forest on the opposite side.
Kabi Lungstok - It's a historic place, located on North Sikkim Highway. This is where a friendship treaty between Lepcha Chief Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed. A small stone pillar was built to mark the location where the treaty was signed.
Seven Sister Waterfalls - The name is given to this waterfall as it makes its descent in seven stages, before gushing down through the dense forest and hitting the rock. This magnificent fall on the way to Lachen is sure to allure the tourist with its beauty in the background of lush-green Mountain. To facilitate the tourists to savor the pristine beauty and to be with nature, the Tourism Department has set up a waiting shed and cafeteria.
Naga Waterfalls - Another picturesque waterfall in North Sikkim near the confluence of Lachen-Chu and Lachung-Chu at Chungthang. This the most scenic waterfall with the longest route and ice-cold water surrounded by forest in a peaceful domain.
DAY 3 : LACHEN - GURUDONGMAR LAKE TOUR - LACHUNG
After a tight good night sleep in a peaceful environment, wake up early and post breakfast get ready to visit the sacred Gurudongmar Lake [2 hr 38 min (65.9 km) via Gurudongmar Road]
Gurudongmar Lake - is Located at an altitude of 17,800 ft and considered as the most sacred lake believed by Buddhists and Hindus. The beautiful and awe-inspiring lake remains milky in color throughout the year. According to a legend, since the lake used to remain frozen most of the year, it was not possible to use its water for drinking purposes. When Guru Padmasambhava passed by returning from Tibet, the residents requested Guru for providing a source of water. The Guru obliged, and a portion of the lake touched by him does not freeze in extreme winter. Since the water of the lake is considered sacred, visitors carry the 'blessed' water in bottles.
Return from the lake and start for Lachung Tour. On arrival Lachung, get refreshed, take rest. Overnight at the hotel in Lachung.
DAY 4 : LACHUNG TO YUMTHANG VALLEY TOUR
Get up early to behold the mesmerizing morning of Lachung. It's amazing to stroll around the hilly path with mist around you. Feel the nature, take a deep breath, I bet it will add some extra days in your life. Inhale pure oxygen and get rejuvenate at full extent. Hear the sound of floating streams and the melting droplets over leaf. It will be an amazing morning in Lachung to behold.
After breakfast, start to explore beautiful Yumthang Valley just 25km away and at an altitude of 11,800 ft. It is almost 1.30 hrs drives through numerous mountain rivers, streams, bridges and roads with full bloom Rhododendron. The valley remains covered under thick blanket of snow in winter and in summer vibrant rhododendron, primulas welcomes you. Spend some quality time there and enjoy the valley decorated with own hand by Mother Nature.
From Yumthang Valley, you can also visit Zero Point, 23 away at an altitude of 15,000 ft above sea level. (Note: Zero point travel is extra Cost subject to Permit and Road Condition). Return and Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok .