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7-Day Itinerary for Sikkim, Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Bagdogra Airport
    4 hours (80 miles) from Gangtok

    After arrival at Bagdogra Airport, take a private taxi to Gangtok. Spend the afternoon exploring the city and visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Gangtok to Lachen
    6 hours (68 miles) from Gangtok

    Start early in the morning and drive to Lachen. Visit the Gurudongmar Lake and Chopta Valley in the afternoon. Relax in your hotel in the evening and enjoy the view of the mountains.

  3. Day 3: Lachen to Lachung
    2 hours (27 miles) from Lachen

    Drive to Lachung and visit the Yumthang Valley and Zero Point in the morning. After lunch, visit the Lachung Monastery and take a dip in the hot springs. Spend the night in Lachung.

  4. Day 4: Lachung to Pelling
    7 hours (107 miles) from Lachung

    Start early in the morning and drive to Pelling. Visit the Khecheopalri Lake and Pemayangtse Monastery in the afternoon. Enjoy the sunset at the Rabdentse Ruins in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Pelling Sightseeing
    20 minutes (1.6 miles) from Pemayangtse Monastery

    Visit the Sangachoeling Monastery and the Darap Village in the morning. After lunch, visit the Kanchenjunga Falls and the Rimbi Waterfall. Spend the night in Pelling.

  6. Day 6: Pelling to Darjeeling
    4 hours (66 miles) from Pelling

    Drive to Darjeeling and visit the Tiger Hill for sunrise. After breakfast, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. Take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Departure from Bagdogra Airport
    2 hours (41 miles) from Darjeeling

    After breakfast, drive to Bagdogra Airport and depart for your next destination.

Recommendations

Other local attractions and experiences you may consider are the Tsomgo Lake, the Nathula Pass, the Rumtek Monastery, and the Teesta River Rafting. A side trip to Kalimpong or Mirik is also a good idea. To maximize your fun, you can try local cuisines, participate in cultural events, and interact with local people. Make sure to bring warm clothes, comfortable shoes, and a good camera with you. Enjoy your trip!

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