Sikkim Discovery Drive
Time to Visit : As per your choice.
Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days.
Pick up from : New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport.
Drop to : New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport.
Covering : Aritar, Padamchen, Zuluk, Nathang, Kupup, Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Lachen, Gurudongmer Lake, Lachung, Yumthang, Pelling, Ravangla & Namchi.
Tour Itinerary :-
Day 1 : Arrive in New Jalpaiguri & transfer to Aritar.
On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport, transfer to Aritar. On the way, visit Pedong and Reshikhola. Overnight stay at Aritar.
Day 2 : Aritar to Padamchen.
After breakfast, check out from Aritar & transfer to Padamchen. On the way, sightseeing at Kuikhola Waterfalls, Lingtum, British Bungalow, Rai Temple, and Monastery. Overnight stay at Padamchen.
Day 3 : Padamchen to Gangtok.
In the morning, visit Thambi View Point, Zig Zag Road, Lungthung & Nathang Valley. After that sightseeing at Old Baba Mandir, Kupup Lake, New Baba Mandir, Menmecho Lake, Jelepla Pass, Yak Golf Course, Ice Hockey Field, Tsomgo (Changu) Lake. Arrive in Gangtok in the afternoon & and check in at the hotel in Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 4 : Transfer Gangtok to Lachen.
In the morning, we will drive to Lachen (9,400 ft, 118 km). On the way to Lachen you will visit the Seven Sister Waterfalls, Chungthang confluence, where the Teesta River meets with the Lachung River and the Lachen River. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on the way. Check-in at the hotel in the late afternoon. Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachen.
Day 5 : Visit Gurudongmer Lake & transfer to Lachung.
Today in the morning, we will drive towards Gurudongmar Lake (17,000ft). Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest-situated lakes in North Sikkim. After exploring the lake return to the hotel and leave for Lachung. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.
Day 6 : Visit Yumthang Valley & back to Gangtok.
After breakfast in the morning, we will proceed to Yumthang Valley which is also known as the Valley of Flowers (11800 Ft). On the way back, we will visit the hot spring which is considered to have medicinal properties. Later return to the hotel & leave for Gangtok. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Day 7 : Transfer Gangtok to Pelling.
After breakfast check out from Gangtok Hotel & transfer to Pelling. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Pelling.
Day 8 : Pelling Local Sightseeing.
After breakfast start for a full day sightseeing in and around Pelling. In the fast half-covering Rimbi Falls, Rock Garden, Sacred Kechodpalri Lake, and Kanchendzonga Falls. After lunch followed by the second half of the day’s sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery (the 2nd oldest monastery of Sikkim), Rabdantsay Ruins (2nd Capital of Sikkim) & Sunset Point Overnight stay in Pelling.
Day 9 : Pelling to Ravangla.
After breakfast check out from Pelling Hotel & transfer to Ravangla. En route visit Buddha Park & Ralong Monastery. Enjoy the serene beauty of Ravangla. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Ravangla.
Day 10 : Departure.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel on time and get a transfer to the New Jalpaiguri Railway station / Bagdogra Airport via Namchi. Tour Ends.
Package Includes :
Pick up & drop off from New Jalpaiguri / Bagdogra Airport.
01 Night stay in Aritar.
01 Night stay in Padamchen.
02 Nights stay in Gangtok.
01 Night stay in Lachen.
01 Night stay in Lachung.
02 Nights stay in Pelling.
01 Night stay in Ravangla.
Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner.
All transfers & sightseeing.
Package Exclusion :
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
Monuments Entry Fee & Guide Charges.
Any type of Medical & Personal Expenses of any type like Laundry, Telephone Calls, Tips, Mineral Water, Soft & Hard Drinks, Activities, Porter.…etc.
Room Heater Charges.
4X4 Vehicle Charges if used anywhere due to Snowfall.
Travel Insurance.
No refund for short stays and unused facilities.
Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicles, other than those mentioned in the itinerary will be chargeable.
Hotel / Homestay :
Aritar : Jamyang Retreat or similar.
Padamchen : Tashi Delek Homestay or similar.
Gangtok : Hotel Tibet Home or similar.
Lachen : The Friendship Inn or similar.
Lachung : The Hidden Valley or similar.
Pelling : Hotel Rabdentse Residency or similar.
Ravangla : Hotel Punam Villa or similar.
Package Rate :
Rs.18900/- Per head (For 8 Heads group).
Rs.21500/- Per head (For 6 Heads group).
Rs.25900/- Per head (For 4 Heads group).
Rs.39900/- Per head (For 2 Heads Group).
(This Rate is valid till 30th June 2025. Rates are not valid during any event/exhibition/blackout date or any festival.)
Activities
Aritar
✅Boating at Lampokhari Lake.
✅Visit Aritar Monastery & British Bungalow.
✅Nature walk in pine forests.
Padamchen
✅Scenic drive through Zuluk Loops (if accessible).
✅Sunrise view from Thambi View Point.
✅Interact with locals in a quiet mountain village.
Gangtok
✅Explore MG Marg.
✅Shopping and local cuisine tasting.
Lachen
✅Sightseeing en route: Naga Waterfall, Seven Sisters Falls.
✅Relax amidst the tranquil Himalayan landscape.
✅Gurudongmar Lake.
✅Visit one of the world’s highest lakes (17,800 ft).
✅Experience snow-covered terrain and stunning views.
Lachung & Yumthang Valley
✅Stroll through the Valley of Flowers.
✅Visit Zero Point (optional, at extra cost).
✅Enjoy sulphur hot springs (seasonal).
Pelling
✅Visit Pemayangtse Monastery & Rabdentse Ruins.
✅Sky Walk with a view of the Chenrezig statue.
✅Enjoy Kanchenjunga waterfalls & sacred Khecheopalri Lake.
Ravangla
✅Explore Buddha Park (Tathagata Tsal).
✅Visit Ralong Monastery.
✅Enjoy panoramic mountain views.
Namchi
✅Explore Char Dham & Samdruptse Hill.
✅Admire giant religious statues and spiritual landmarks.
