DAY 01 – BAGDOGRA/NJP – GANGTOK
Arrive at Bagogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) and start for Gangtok – the capital of the mountainous northern Indian state of Sikkim. En Route, pause at the Coronation Bridge for photos, or the Teesta River View Point for refreshments and views of the valley. Check into your hotel and take a leisurely walk at MG Marg – Gangtok’s main pedestrian shopping street. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
DAY 02 – TSOMGO LAKE-NEW BABA MANDIR-NATHU LA EXCURSION
After a sumptuous breakfast visit Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) – sits high in the mountains, a glacial lake that changes its shade with the seasons, creating a magical atmosphere. Surrounded by rugged peaks and often wrapped in mist or snow, it is one of Sikkim’s most enchanting natural spots. & Baba Mandir (Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial) (13,200 ft.). You may also visit Nathu La (pass) on the same day on prior request (minimum 5 days) & issuance of the PAP (Protected Area Permit) from the Indian Army. Nathu La – stands tall at the Indo-China border, offering travelers a dramatic high-altitude experience. The icy winds, Himalayan peaks, and historical significance make the journey thrilling and memorable. Spend overnight at hotel in Gangtok.
DAY 03 – GANGTOK LOCAL SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower Exhibition Centre – Ridge Park, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre (Closed on Sunday and 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
DAY 04 – GANGTOK – PELLING VIA NAMCHI
After breakfast check out of the hotel and transfer to Pelling via Namchi covering Sai Mandir and Char Dham for spiritual enlightenment. The Char Dham is a temple complex with replicas of four highly revered Hindu pilgrimage sites and a giant statue of Lord Shiva. Check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.
DAY 05 – PELLING SIGHTSEEING
After a delightful breakfast start for full day sightseeing. On 1st Half tour, visit Darap Village, Rimbi Orange Garden & Rimbi water Falls, Sewaro Rock Garden, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha Waterfalls. In the afternoon start for 2nd half tour & cover Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Halipad Ground. Also enjoy the spectacular Skywalk. Evening at leisure. Spend overnight at hotel in Pelling.
DAY 06 – YUKSOM EXCURSION
Today start for a full day excursion to Yuksom – a historical town Sikkim. It was the first capital of Kingdom of Sikkim established in 1642 AD by Phuntsog Namgyal, the first Chogyal of Sikkim. Visit Norbugang Coronation Throne – the stone throne where the first King (Chogyal) of Sikkim was crowned in 1642. Kartok Monastery, Kathok Lake – or Kathok Tsho, is a serene, sacred lake . Regarded as the “soul lake” of Lama Kathok Kuntu Zangpo, who introduced Buddhism to Sikkim in 1642, it is a key site of historical and spiritual significance. Dubdi Monastery – 30–40 minute uphill hike to Sikkim’s oldest monastery (built in 1701). The trail offers great views of the Yuksom Valley. In the evening, return to Pelling for overnight stay.
DAY 07 – PELLING – NJP/BAGDOGRA DEPARTURE
On the concluding day of your trip, check out from hotel post breakfast and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport for your onward journey.
