Previous
Travel is Not Really About Leaving Our Homes But Leaving Our Habits.. Travel is Not Really About Leaving Our Homes But Leaving Our Habits..
Don't listen to what they say. Go see. Don't listen to what they say. Go see.
Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer
In the middle ages people use to Travel because of their religion,
Now people travel because tourism is their religion. . .
In the middle ages people use to Travel because of their religion,<br/>Now people travel because tourism is their religion. . .
Next

Gangtok Lachen Lachung and Pelling Tour  -  07 Nights and 08 Days 

Sikkim Tour Package - SDD - 017 - 07 Nights / 08 Days - Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus (Junction) / Siliguri - Gangtok (02 Nights) - Lachen (01 Nights) - Lachung (01 Night) - Gangtok (01 Night) - Pelling (02 Nights)  -  Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus (Junction) / Siliguri

Day – 01 – Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok - Our representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) – He will be assisting for the transfer to Gangtok – Gangtok the capital of Sikkim Suits all from tranquility to adventure, land of monastery, mystic rituals & festivals at an height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India. It is one of the most beautiful town with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids and butterflies - Nearly 135 kilometres 3 ½ - 4 hours drive – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok

Day – 02 – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir - Morning breakfast at hotel –  Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers and 02 hours drive along the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the red panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees - Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet - The Lake is oval shaped lake  nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year  – This lake is a place to enjoy for an hour or two – It is home to  many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for the Indian Army and the people  -  Nathu La Pass to the Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok

Day - 03 – Transfer to Lachen from Gangtok - Early morning breakfast – Drive 135 kilometers and it is nearly 05 - 06 hours drive - Chungthang is 96 kilometers from Gangtok – Lunch at Chungthang - Lachen is 35 kilometres from Chungthang Reach Lachen late afternoon / early evening - The snow capped peaks, the Shingbha wild life sanctuary, Gurudongmar Lake, Chopta Valley, Thangu are the major attraction – It’s a valley surrounded by gigantic and humbling snow peak mountains and the starting point of Green Lake Trek -- In fact the village cradled between stern, tall rock faces standing like guards - A hamlet with very few people - It almost like this town is hidden from the outside – Like a Shangri - La - Check into a hotel - Welcome Tea – Evening free to stroll and visit the Lepcha Village - Overnight stay at Hotel in Lachen

Please Note: There are a few places on the way or is nearby namely Chopta Valley, Zero Point Or Yumesamdong, Lachen & Lachung Monastery, Kala Patthar, Katao, Hot water Spring and are generally not included in the standard north Sikkim Package. If interested one can visit those points-paying Drivers on the spot INR 2500 - INR 3500 per vehicle. But it is done generally in Summer to view snow.

Day - 04 - Excursion to Gurudongmar Lake - Early morning breakfast - Visit to Gurudongmar Lake 55 kilometers and nearly 02½  - 03½  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 - Next drive through the cold desert till Tibet / China back to Resort for Lunch – After lunch drive to Lachung - The region is fully covered with Rhododendron forest with Chopta Valley and Thangu as the other places of interest - Back to hotel for lunch -  After lunch proceed to Lachung – Nearly 50 kilometers and two hours’ drive – Check into the hotel at Lachung -  Evening free to visit Lachung Monastery - Overnight stay at Hotel at Lachung

Day – 05 – Sight Seeing at Yumthang and transfer to Gangtok - Early morning breakfast - After  breakfast  drive towards  Yumthang situated at an elevation of nearly  11800 feet – 26 kilometres and 1 ½ hour’s drive - On the way back one  can visit  the famous  hot  spring which is known for its curative properties of skin diseases - Yumthang  is a  valley near the river Lachung Chu surrounded  by  mountains where  the  tree line  ends - In spring the  valley  erupts  in riots  of  colors as Primula, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers in full bloom along with snow-covered valley except in autumn - During winter Yumthang is somber  with snow all around and the snow-clad mountains adding to the beauty - Return to Lachung for lunch - After lunch drive to Gangtok  130 kilometers, 4 – 5 hours drive - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok

Day – 06 – Transfer to Pelling - Transfer to Pelling via road – This is a drive of 140 kilometers 3 ½ - 4 hours  through scenic road –  Check in to the hotel – Pelling is situated at an altitude of 2072 meters / 6800 feet - On a clear day guest can get a clear view of Himalayan range with snow-capped mount Pandim, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Khangchendzonga, Zopuno, Shimbho, Narsing, Sinolchu etc - It is one of the exotic destinations with historical sites, short trek routes and wildlife – Its botanical and zoological richness is  inspiring and the scenic view is something to be seen to be believed - Yuksom, Ravangla, Rinchenpong and Namchi are some of the tourist spots nearby – Check into hotel - Evening free to roam around the small settlement - Over Night stay at Pelling

Day – 07 – Pelling Local sightseeing - After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sight Seeing of Pelling and its surroundings - The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring - Places of visit are Rimbi  water  Falls, Rimbi  Rock  Garden, Kechopalri   Lake, it is one of the holy Buddhist lakes and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true - Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of leaves, Kechopalri  Monastery, Kanchenjunga  water  Falls, Pemayangtse  Monastery, Rabdantse ruins, the scenic view from the top of the ruin to the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be cherished – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center - Over Night stay at Pelling

Day - 08 - Departure transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus (Junction) / Siliguri – Early morning breakfast - Next transfer drive to  Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction)  - The drive will be approximately 140 kilometers and is nearly  04 - 05 hours drive - The drive is along the River Rangit and next along the River Teesta - Stop at Jorethang,  Melli or Chitrey for Tea and refreshment - One more stop if time permits will be at Coronation bridge - Continue to drive  to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction)  - Reach Airport or Station - Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey

 

Sightseeing Options
 
 
Darjeeling
  • 03 points include Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop (3 hrs trip start at 04.00 a.m. to 7.00a.m)
  • 07 points include Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-help Centre, Tea Estate (outer view), Ava art Gallery and Japanese temple, Peace Pagoda (4 hrs from 9.00 to 13.00 hrs).
Optional sightseeing with additional cost
  • Mirik Lake (Included in 3 Nts Darjeeling pacakge), Nepal Border & Pasupati Market (Nepal)
  • Rock Garden (04 hrs approx) (4 hrs from 9.00 to 13.00 hrs or 14.00 hrs to 18.00 hrs)
  • Cable Car, Joy ride in toy train cost Rs 350 per ticket & Rs 500 for vehicle (Hotel – station – Hotel transfer)
Gangtok
  • Half Day include Banzakhri Falls, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Flower show, Dro-dul Chorten & Institute of Tibetology. (Timing : 09.00 hrs to 13.00 hrs) Full Day include Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok & Hanuman Tok, Ranka Monastery, Banjakhri Falls, Cottage Industry, Dro-dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Flower show and Handicraft Centre. (Timing : 09.00 hrs to 17.00 hrs).
  • Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Full day trip from 08.00a.m. to 03.00 p.m.)
Optional sightseeing with additional cost 
  • 03 points include Tashi view point, Ganesh Tak & Hanuman Tak (not covered in any of the Itinerary)
  • Saramsa Garden, Smile Land Amusement Park. Rumtek Monastery & Lingdum Monastery , Nathula Pass (Indo-China Border) opens only on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat & sun (if permit is available) , Aritar Lake.Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Chardham. Enchey Monastery, Cable Car (Rope way) & Zoo. 
Pelling
  • 1st Half tour - Darap village, Khangchendzonga water falls, Sewaro Rock Garden, Rimbi water Falls & Khachoedpalri Lake (09.00 hrs to 12.30 hrs) 2nd Half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Halipad Ground. (13.30 hrs to 17.00 hrs)
 
Optional sightseeing with additional cost
 
  • 2nd Half tour - Changey Waterfalls, Dentam Valley, Singshore Bridge. Excursion to Yuksom for full day. In Yuksom you can visit Tashi Namgyel Stone & Dubdi Monastery by walking. Ravangla & Namchi full day tour - Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse, Ralang Monastery, Borong Monastery & Chardham. In Pelling one has to go by walk for Rabdantse & Sangacholing monastery.
 
Tags: Gangtok sightseeing, Chaangu Lake visit, Gangtok Local sight seeing, Gangtok, Transfer, Transfer from Gangtok to Bagdogra, Gangtok Transfer to siliguri, Lachen Tour, Lachung Visit, Yumthang sightseeing, Gurudongmar Lake, North Sikkim Tour, Pelling visit
Package : Gangtok Lachen Lachung Pelling 7 N 8 D
Query