4 Nights / 5 Days
In the morning, get ready to explore the high-altitude marvels of Gangtok. Your first stop will be Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake, and marvel at its stunning changing colours. Next, pay your respects at the Baba Mandir shrine, believed to be a protector of every soldier in the high-altitude terrain of the Himalayas. Later, you can visit Nathula Pass (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays), at the crossroads of the India-China border [at an extra cost]. Afterwards, get driven to your hotel.
Wake up to the sound of a yak's bell and the fresh mountain air. Then, check out and get transferred to the Yumthang Valley to witness the carpet of colourful flowers of primula, rhododendron, and other alpine flowers. Later, on your way back from the valley, make a stop at the Yumthang Hot Springs to relax your muscles. Post the sightseeing, begin your journey back to Lachung for lunch and then board your transfer to Gangtok. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Post check-out from the hotel, board your transfer to reach NJP Railway Station/ Bagdogra Airport. Continue your journey back home, marking the end to your amazing trip!
Inclusions
3 nights stay in Gangtok with breakfast
1 night stay in Lachung with breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day Tour to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir from Gangtok on a Private basis
Gangtok to Lachung En-route Sightseeing
Visit to Yumthang Valley on a Private basis
Permits
Daily Breakfast
Expenses of a personal nature
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary
Pick up from the airport is only between 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM as it becomes unsafe for travel on the outskirts. Beyond these timings, you are advised to inform the travel provider in advance if you are arriving after 7 PM in Siliguri so that your itinerary can be rearranged accordingly and you might have to stay in Siliguri itself.
Government approved photo ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking (to acquire necessary permits) and also upon arrival. PAN card and driving license will not be considered as valid address proof.
There is no governing authority to define hotel star categories in the region, so room standards may differ from TIER-I or TIER-II cities.
By default, standard category rooms are provided unless a request is made for an upgrade.
For triple sharing rooms, extra mattresses are provided. Due to limited infrastructure, accommodations in North-East India have only basic amenities.
Senior citizens and children under 4 are not recommended to visit Gurudongmar Lake due to low oxygen levels. Permits for infants under 2 are not issued by North Sikkim tourism.
Vehicles operate on a point-to-point basis as per North East guidelines. Any deviation from the itinerary may incur additional charges unless due to weather or political/social reasons.
Nathu La Pass is not included in the package. It is a restricted area, and permits are granted only between Wednesday and Sunday. Permits are subject to availability and can be canceled anytime due to weather or security. Cost ranges from INR 4000 to INR 9000 per vehicle, payable on the spot.
Additional spots like Mt. Katao, Kalapathar, Chopta Valley, and Zero Point are also chargeable (INR 4000–9000 per vehicle per spot), and visits are subject to permit availability.
Sumo and Bolero vehicles are not allowed in Sikkim market areas. If you choose them, pickups and drop-offs will be at the nearest accessible point. You may need to walk or take a local union cab at your own expense.
During peak season, pickups or drops may be delayed due to traffic, weather, or political events.
Due to power shortages, electric room heaters are not allowed by the government. Some hotels may provide them at an extra cost and subject to availability.
Travelers wearing turbans are not permitted in Lachen.
Foreign nationals are not allowed in Lachen, Baba Mandir, or Nathula Pass due to state security guidelines. Foreigners in groups of two or more can visit Lachung and Tsomgo Lake with a mandatory Indian guide. Solo foreign nationals are not granted permits for North Sikkim.
A foreign national with an Indian spouse is considered a solo traveler unless the spouse has an OCI card.
If permits for North Sikkim are denied due to weather or other reasons, alternate sightseeing will be arranged, but the cost of alternate accommodation must be borne by the traveler.
Heavy rainfalls from June to September may cause roadblocks and itinerary changes.
Any changes to the itinerary are subject to weather, political situations, or government regulations. Itinerary may be rearranged accordingly.
Unvisited sightseeing points due to delays, traffic, weather, late permits, or any reason beyond control are not eligible for refunds.
Eco-zones require strict no-littering compliance; violations may result in legal action.
State-issued health guidelines must be followed. Travelers are advised to maintain social distancing, wear masks, and sanitize hands regularly.
Full payment must be made prior to the commencement of the tour. A booking confirmation will be provided upon receipt of payment. Refunds are subject to the cancellation policy and depend on the notice period given before departure. No refunds will be entertained for unused services or last-minute changes.
Confirmation of the booking is subject to availability and receipt of full payment. Cancellations made 21 days before the travel date will incur a nominal processing fee. Cancellations made between 15 to 20 days will be charged 50 percent of the package cost. Cancellations made less than 14 days before departure will result in full retention with no refund.
Itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, or operational constraints. The tour operator reserves the right to modify the itinerary for the safety and convenience of the guests. Guests must follow local laws and customs during the trip. Any damage to hotel property or vehicles during the tour will be the responsibility of the traveler.
