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Sikkim Darjeeling (Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling & Darjeeling 9N/10D)

Gangtok · Lachung · Yumthang Valley · Pelling · Namchi · Darjeeling · 9N/10D

Duration9 Nights / 10 Days

Best TimeMarch to May & September to December

Starts FromNJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Siliguri

Group Size2+ guests

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The destination

The journey, thoughtfully composed

A comprehensive 9 Nights / 10 Days grand Himalayan circuit through Sikkim and Darjeeling. Ascend to Gangtok, glacial Tsomgo Lake, and the Indo-China frontier at Nathula Pass. Journey into North Sikkim's pristine alpine beauty at Lachung and the rhododendron pastures of Yumthang Valley. Cross into West Sikkim for Pelling's glass skywalk, Pemayangtse Monastery, and Rabdentse ruins, visit South Sikkim's Namchi Char Dham and Samdruptse, and conclude in the tea-carpeted hills of Darjeeling with the legendary Tiger Hill sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga.

Yumthang Valley - Valley of Flowers, North Sikkim

01Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) & New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft)

02Nathula Pass Indo-China border (14,500 ft - subject to permit)

03North Sikkim drive: Seven Sisters & Naga Waterfalls to Lachung (8,610 ft)

04Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft) - the world-renowned Valley of Flowers

05Gangtok city tour: Chorten Stupa, Tibetology, Flower Show & Banjhakri Falls

06Scenic West Sikkim to Pelling (7,000 ft) & glass Sky Walk overlooking Kanchenjunga

07Khecheopalri Sacred Lake, Pemayangtse Monastery & Rabdentse Ruins

08Namchi Char Dham (Siddhesvara Dhaam) & 118-ft Guru Padmasambhava at Samdruptse

09Early morning Tiger Hill (8,400 ft) sunrise over Kanchenjunga & Mount Everest

10Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Zoo

11All meals included: Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

12All transfers by dedicated Innova/Xylo/Similar vehicle

Day by day

Your proposed itinerary

10 days

Day01

NJP / IXB / Siliguri – Gangtok (120 km / 4 hrs)

Upon arrival at NJP Railway Station, Bagdogra Airport (IXB), or Siliguri, meet our representative and proceed to Gangtok (5,410 ft). On arrival, check in to the hotel. Spend the evening relaxing or strolling along MG Marg. Overnight stay in Gangtok. Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

Meals / Lunch, DinnerStay / Gangtok

Day02

Tsomgo Lake & New Baba Mandir (110 km / 4 hrs)

After an early breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) and New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft). Tsomgo Lake is one of the most beautiful high-altitude glacial lakes surrounded by majestic snow-clad mountains. Later, visit Nathula Pass (14,500 ft) on the Indo-China border (for Indian Nationals only; special permit subject to approval by the Sikkim Tourism Department). Overnight stay in Gangtok. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Gangtok

Day03

Gangtok – Lachung (135 km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Lachung (8,610 ft) in North Sikkim. En route, visit Singhik View Point, Seven Sisters Waterfall, and Naga Waterfall. Reach Lachung by evening and, if time permits, visit the historic Lachung Monastery. Overnight stay in Lachung. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Lachung

Day04

Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Lachung (48 km / 3 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to the world-renowned Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft), popularly celebrated as the Valley of Flowers with alpine pastures, hot springs, and sweeping Himalayan views. (Optional excursion to Zero Point / Yumesamdong at direct payment, subject to weather). After sightseeing, return to Lachung. Overnight stay in Lachung. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Lachung

Day05

Lachung – Gangtok (135 km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast, check out and drive back to Gangtok. En route, visit Bheema Falls and Twin Falls cascading down emerald mountain slopes. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Gangtok. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Gangtok

Day06

Gangtok City Tour – Pelling (115 km / 5 hrs)

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Gangtok covering the Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, Flower Show, Do Drul Chorten Stupa, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, and Bakthang Waterfall / Banjhakri Waterfalls. Later, drive across scenic West Sikkim to Pelling (7,000 ft) and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Pelling. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Pelling

Day07

Pelling Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, embark on full-day sightseeing in and around Pelling. Visit the Orange Garden, Rimbi Waterfalls, Khangchendzonga Waterfalls, the wishing lake at Khecheopalri, Pemayangtse Monastery, the historic Rabdentse Ruins, and walk on the thrilling glass Sky Walk overlooking Mt. Kanchenjunga. Overnight stay in Pelling. Travel note: Dress modestly and keep footwear easy to remove. Entry queues, prayer timings and local restrictions can affect the sequence of visits, while special darshan or rituals are included only when specifically listed.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Pelling

Day08

Pelling – Darjeeling via Namchi (110 km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast, head towards Darjeeling (6,730 ft) via Namchi in South Sikkim. Visit the towering Samdruptse Stupa (featuring the 118-ft statue of Guru Padmasambhava) and the magnificent replica complex of the Char Dham of India (Siddhesvara Dhaam). Continue through lush tea plantations to Darjeeling. Check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Darjeeling. Travel note: A local representative will coordinate the arrival pickup and hotel transfer. Standard check-in time applies, so early arrivals may have a short wait; the rest of the day is intentionally kept light.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Darjeeling

Day09

Darjeeling Local Sightseeing

Early morning at 03:30 AM, drive to Tiger Hill (8,400 ft) to witness the sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga and Mount Everest. On the return drive, visit the historic Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop war memorial. Return to hotel for breakfast. Later, enjoy a half-day city tour covering the Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre, and an outer view of a scenic tea garden. Overnight stay in Darjeeling. Travel note: This is a weather-sensitive mountain day. Carry original photo ID, a warm layer, water and any prescribed medication; permits, road access and the order of stops may change at short notice.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Darjeeling

Day10

Darjeeling – NJP / IXB / Siliguri (70 km / 3 hrs)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), NJP Railway Station, or Siliguri for your return journey. Tour ends with sweet memories of Sikkim and Darjeeling. Travel note: Your final pickup time will be matched to the confirmed flight or train schedule. Keep photo ID, tickets and essential medicines in your hand luggage, and allow for the standard hotel check-out time.

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The details

Everything, clearly arranged

Stay details

Arrangements planned for this journey

Accommodation on a double-sharing basis as per the itinerary
Planned overnight route: Gangtok · Lachung · Pelling · Darjeeling.
Exact hotel names, room category and check-in details are confirmed on the final voucher.

Included in your journey

Accommodation on a double-sharing basis as per the itinerary
All meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Nathula Pass excursion (subject to permit approval) and Namchi Char Dham visit
Daily 1 litre packaged drinking water bottles per person
All entry fees and inner-line permits
All transfers and sightseeing by A/C Innova / Xylo / Similar (A/C will not operate in hilly areas) on a point-to-point basis sector-wise
All toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances, and applicable permits

Not included

Train fare / Airfare
5% GST
Room heater charges at hotels
Zero-Point (Yumesamdong) excursion charges (optional direct payment)
Travel Insurance and Medical Insurance
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, porterage, shopping, etc.
Any services or items not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Additional expenses arising due to natural calamities, landslides, road blockages, adverse weather conditions, or political disturbances

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Good to know

Before you travel

Tour Pricing: • Double Sharing: ₹52,500/- + 5% GST per person • Extra Mattress: ₹47,500/- + 5% GST • Child No Bed (5 yrs - 12 yrs): ₹42,000/- + 5% GST • Single Occupancy: ₹63,500/- + 5% GST.

For Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, and Nathula Pass permits, guests must carry their original Voter ID card, Driving Licence, or Passport, plus 2 passport-size photographs. (Aadhaar cards are NOT accepted by local authorities for Nathula permits). Nathula Pass is open only to Indian nationals and is subject to government approval and weather.

30% advance payment is required at booking confirmation, with the remaining balance due 15 days prior to departure. Sightseeing is provided by comfortable Innova/Xylo/similar on a sector-wise point-to-point basis. Per mountain transport norms, air conditioning does not operate in hilly terrain.

Cancellation fees based on notice prior to departure: • 61+ days: 15% of total tour cost • 46–60 days: 25% of total tour cost • 31–45 days: 50% of total tour cost • 16–30 days: 75% of total tour cost • 15 days or less / No-show: 100% of total tour cost.

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