Discover the Natural Beauty of Sikkim in 6 Days

  1. Day 1: Gangtok
    Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok (4 hours, 125 km)

    Explore the capital city of Sikkim located at an altitude of 5,410 ft. Visit the Enchey Monastery to witness the stunning intricate designs. Head to the Do Drul Chorten Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in Sikkim. End the day with a mesmerizing view of the sunset from the Tashi Viewpoint.

  2. Day 2: Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass
    Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake (2 hours, 38 km)

    Visit the glacial lake Tsomgo, located at an altitude of 12,310 ft. Then head to the Nathula Pass on the Indo-China border, at an altitude of 14,450 ft. Take a short trip to the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Temple.

  3. Day 3: Lachung
    Gangtok to Lachung (6 hours, 116 km)

    Drive to the picturesque Lachung Valley, known for its apple orchards and pine forests. En-route visit the Seven Sisters Waterfall and the Naga Waterfall. Take a stroll in the quaint Lachung village and visit the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary.

  4. Day 4: Yumthang Valley and Zero Point
    Lachung to Yumthang Valley and Zero Point (2 hours, 25 km)

    Start the day with a visit to the stunning Yumthang Valley, popularly known as the Valley of Flowers. Experience the natural hot springs at Yumesamdong (Zero Point). Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayan range at an altitude of over 15,000 ft.

  5. Day 5: Pelling
    Lachung to Pelling (8.5 hours, 240 km)

    Drive to the scenic Pelling situated at an altitude of 7,200 ft. En-route visit the Ravangla Buddha Park housing a 130-foot high statue of Lord Buddha. Visit the Pemayangtse Monastery - one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim. End the day with a visit to the Singshore Bridge - Asia's second-highest suspension bridge.

  6. Day 6: Darjeeling
    Pelling to Darjeeling (4.5 hours, 72 km)

    End your trip with a visit to the serene Darjeeling, known for its tea gardens. Visit the Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas, followed by breakfast at Glenary's Bakery and Cafe. Take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) - a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Batasia Loop, a spiral railway constructed to lower the gradient of ascent on the Himalayan Railway.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Enchey Monastery (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Do Drul Chorten Stupa (30 minutes, free)
  • Tashi Viewpoint (30 minutes, free)
  • Tsomgo Lake (2 hours, ₹300)
  • Nathula Pass (2-3 hours, ₹700 per vehicle)
  • Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Temple (30 minutes, free)
  • Seven Sisters Waterfall (10 minutes, ₹10)
  • Naga Waterfall (10 minutes, ₹10)
  • Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary (2 hours, ₹100)
  • Yumthang Valley (2 hours, ₹2,000)
  • Yumesamdong (Zero Point) (1 hour, ₹3,000)
  • Ravangla Buddha Park (1 hour, free)
  • Pemayangtse Monastery (1 hour, ₹20)
  • Singshore Bridge (30 minutes, free)
  • Tiger Hill (1-2 hours, ₹100)
  • Glenary's Bakery and Cafe (1 hour, ₹500)
  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) (3 hours, ₹1,000)
  • Batasia Loop (30 minutes, ₹15)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): ₹9,565

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Phodong Monastery and the Rumtek Monastery. If you have less time, skip the Nathula Pass and the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Temple. Always carry warm clothes as the temperature drops significantly as you move up the altitude in Sikkim.

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