Heaven of Sikkim with Darjeeling

Heaven of Sikkim with Darjeeling

08 Nights/09 Days

Places Covered

  • Gangtok
  • Lachen
  • Lachung
  • Pelling
  • Darjeeling

Highlights

  • Changu Lake (Tsomgo Lake)
  • Nathula Pass (Optional)
  • Gurudongmar Lake
  • Yumthang Valley 
  • Pemayangtse Monastery
  • Rimbi Waterfall
  • Rabdentse Ruins
  • Tiger Hill Sunrise View Point
  • Ghoom Monastery
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

Lachen is a must-visit destination of Sikkim which never fails to leave travellers gape in awe. It is an amazing town located at an altitude of 8500 feet above the sea level. The most famous attraction of Lachen is the Lachung Monastery which is visited by Buddhists in great numbers. People come here to soak in the natural beauty and bliss. Whether it is the adventure or natural beauty, Lachung has a lot to keep you entertained. It is ideally hemmed in by Rhododendron and conifer forests and offers breath-taking views of snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas. The town is home to a Sikkimese Bhutia community called Lachenpas and the people are warm and cheerful. It is also an important base to the sacred Guridonmar lake which is around 66 km from here, and some interesting treks.

Daywise Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrival & Transfer to Gangtok :

    Our  representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - He will assist guest for the forwarding journey to gangtok. Check-in at Hotel/ Resort and overnight stay. Evening free to go around the famous M.G. Marg. Enjoy the local beauty of Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

  • Day 2 : Changu Lake and Baba Temple Excursion :

    After breakfast day excursion to the oval shaped changu lake /Tsomgo Lake (40 kms from Gangtok departure in the morning) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and home to the Brahminy duck and several migratory birds. On the way stop at Kyongnosla The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Travel to Baba Mandir another 17 kms beyond Tsongo lake.Return to Gangtok. Overnight halt at Gangtok Hotel.
    *(Optional Visit Nathu La Pass, not included in the package cost)

  • Day 3 : Gangtok to Lachen Transfer :

    After breakfast drive to Lachen (altitude 8800 ft.) for about 6 hours. Enroute visit Seven sister Water falls & naga water falls Stop on way for lunch. Reach Lachen by evening. Dinner at hotel.Overnight halt at lachen hotel.

  • Day 4 : Excursion to Gurudongmar Lake and Transfer to Lachung :

    Early morning Breakfast – Visit to Gurudongmar Lake 55 kilometers, 2 ½  - 3 ½  hour’s drive - A valley at an altitude of 11, 800 feet through which Lachen Chu flows, generally covered with snow from December to April or even more is known as the Holy / Sacred Lake - Back to hotel for lunch -  After lunch proceed to Lachung – Nearly 50 kilometers and two hours’ drive – Check into hotel at Lachung -  Evening free to Stroll Around- Overnight stay at Gangtok.

  • Day 5 : SightSeeing at Yumthang Valley & Transfer to Gangtok :

    Early morning Breakfast – Visit to Yumthang Valley i.e. 25 kilometers, 1 hour - A valley at an altitude of 11, 800 feet through which Lachung Chu flows, generally covered with snow from December to April or even more is known as the valley of flowers - Back to hotel for lunch – Afternoon drive to Gangtok 130 Kilometers, 6 to 7 hours  - Evening one is free to stroll around M G Road and the local market - Over night stay at Gangtok. (Zero point is optional).

  • Day 6 : Gangtok to Pelling Transfer :

    After breakfast transfer to Pelling and check in at the hotel .Rest of the day is free for individual activity. Enjoy the local beauty of pelling .Overnight stay at Pelling.

  • Day 7 : Pelling City Tour To Darjeeling Trancefer:

    After breakfast start for full day sightseeing which includes Rimbi Waterfall , kanchanjungha Waterfall, Kechipalri Lake, Kechipalri Monastery, Rabdantse ruins , Pemagyangtse Monastery, Darap valley,Heliad ground, Rimbi orange garden, Bird Sanctuary Park, to trancefer to Darjeeling. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

  • Day 8 : Darjeeling Local Sightseeing :

    Early morning (at around 4 AM) start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise  (Depending on the availability of tickets), Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial. Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Tea garden and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Close on Thursday). Sightseeing places are dynamically set depending upon local authority permission and time factors. it is may not possible to visit all the places but the important ones are covered for the satisfaction of guest. Rest of the day is free for individual activity. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

  • Day 9 : Departure to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) :

    After breakfast transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) /Siliguri - Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey.


Inclusions :

  • Meal plan : as mentione.
  • Airport Transfer : Arrival and Departure.
  • Cabs : Non AC Vehicle (Vehicle will not be used at disposal basis – as per itinerary on point to point basis transfer & sightseeing).
  • All permit Fees (As per itinerary).
  • Toll, Driver bata & Fuel Charges for the vehicle.
  • Tour coordinator’s assistance throughout the trip.

Exclusions :

  • 5 % GST.
  • Meal Plan except as Mentioned.
  • Air Fare, Train Fare, Insurance Premiums.
  • Toy train joy ride / River rafting / Ropeway / Paragliding Tickets cost.
  • Room Heater Charge, Local Taxi fare, Jungle Safari, Optional activity.
  • Entry tickets and parking at local sightseeing points during city tour.
  • Zero point, Katao, Chopta Valley, Kalapatthar, Nathula Pass (optional sighseeing).
  • Anything not mentioned in itinerary.
  • Other Exclusions.
  • Any expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, fax etc.
  • Any kind of drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral etc).

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