8 Days Gangtok Lachen Lachung Pelling Trip Itinerary
Day 1 |
NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok |
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Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway
Station, board a hassle-free transfer to Gangtok.
● Don’t forget to capture the picturesque views of the
mighty Teesta River on the way.
● Upon reaching Gangtok, check in to the hotel and spend
the rest of the day at leisure.
● In the evening, you can visit the MG Marg of Gangtok
where you can collect souvenirs and treat your taste
buds with authentic Sikkimese cuisine.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.
Day 2 |
Gangtok Excursion Tour |
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● After a tasty breakfast in the morning, get ready to visit
some beautiful locations around Gangtok.
● Begin by visiting the famous glaciated lake - Tsomgo
Lake aka Changu Lake which was used to predict the
future by the Buddhist monk depending upon its
changing colours.
● Following this, you will visit the famous shrine of the
Baba Mandir where it is believed that his spirit protects
every soldier in the inhospitable high-altitude terrain of
the Eastern Himalayas.
● Later, you can also visit Nathula Pass* (closed on
Mondays and Tuesdays) which is one of the most crucial
passes on the crossroads of the India-China border (at
an additional cost).
● Later, return back to Gangtok for an overnight stay
Day 3 |
Gangtok to Lachen |
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● Wake up to a beautiful morning in the mountains and
have a delicious breakfast at the hotel.
● Get ready and board your transfers to Lachen, a
picturesque hamlet in North Sikkim.
● Pass a number of small waterfalls on the way as you
drive on the North Sikkim Highway.
● The road to Lachen takes you through the beautiful
Chungthang town, near Kanchenjunga National Park
where you can see the confluence of 2 Rivers Lachen
Chu and Lachung Chu.
● After arriving in Lachen, check in to your hotel and
spend the rest of the day at leisure admiring the
surroundings around you.
● Overnight stay and dinner in Lachen
Day 4 |
Lachen - Gurudongmar Lake - Lachung |
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Start your day by walking around the snow capped mountains
and have a hearty breakfast (at the stay or on the way at
Thangu Village depending on the time you depart).
● Begin your day by visiting the glittering Gurudongmar lake -
The Highest Altitude Accessible Lake named after guru
Padmasambhava, who is believed to have traversed this
region during his visit to Tibet.
● The lake is enclosed with snow clad mountains all around and
is a major source of Teesta river.
● Spend some time admiring the colours of the lake and then
start your journey back to Lachen, where you will have your
lunch.
● Further, hit the roads as you will start your journey to
Lachung - one of the most pretty settlements of Sikkim.
● On the way you will pass by the Bhim Nala waterfalls - one of
the highest waterfalls in Sikkim.
● If time permits stop by the holy rock at Chungthang that
bears a footprint of Guru Padmasambhava.
● Reach Lachung and have your dinner.
● Overnight stay in Lachung.
Day 5 |
Lachung - Yumthang Valley - Gangtok |
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Wake to the sound of yak's bell and after an early
breakfast, leave to explore Sikkim's Valley of Flowers -
the Yumthang Valley.
● This valley is located at an elevation of 11,800 ft above
sea level and showcases the colourful flowers of
primula, rhododendron and other alpine flowers.
● On the way back, pay a visit to the Hot springs of
Yumthang Valley which are considered to have
medicinal properties.
● After your sightseeing return back to Lachung to have
your lunch.
● Later, start your transfer back to Gangtok, where you
will check-in to the hotel upon arrival.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok
Day 6 |
Gangtok to Pelling via Ravangla/ Namchi |
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fter breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer from
Gangtok to Pelling via Ravangla OR Namchi.
● On the way, stop by Buddha Park in Ravangla to witness
the 130 ft. High Shakyamuni Buddha Statue backed by
scenic Himalayan ranges.
● OR visit the Namchi Chardham and witness the 108 ft.
High Statue of Lord Shiva encircled by the replicas of
Chardham, which are situated in India at four different
places, in East as Jagannath, West as Dwarika, South as
Rameshwaram, and North as Badrinath.
● As you drive towards Pelling witness the beauty of the
Kanchenjunga Ranges throughout your journey.
● Upon reaching, check-in to the hotel and rest for the day.
● Overnight stay in Pelling.
Day 7 |
: Pelling City Tour |
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After a hearty breakfast, indulge in an immersive City
tour of Pelling.
● Start off by visiting the sacred Khecheopalri Lake which
is also known as the wish-fulfilling lake and has religious
significance in both Hindu and Buddhist folklore.
● Later, seek blessings of the local deities by visiting the
the Khecheopalri Monastery and Pemayangtse
Monastery.
● Spend some time in nature as you visit some of the most
scenic waterfalls like Rimbi Waterfalls and the
Kanchenjunga Waterfall.
● Visit the Rabdentse Ruins to know about the glorious
history of Sikkim.
● Depending on the remaining time you will also visit
some other sightseeing places like Bird Sanctuary, Darap
Valley, Helipad Ground & Rimbi Orange Garden.
● Return back to the hotel, after a day full of sightseeing.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Pelling.
Day 8 |
Darjeeling – NJP Railway Station /Bagdogra Airport |
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fter having a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel
and then board your vehicle to reach NJP Station/
Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
● Your tour concludes once you are dropped at the airport/
railway station for your onwards journey.
● It’s now time to head back home with a plethora of good
memories.