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Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi

6 nights from Bagdogra, exploring North Sikkim lakes, Yumthang Valley and Namchi
Duration
6 nights
Destination
Bagdogra · Gangtok · Lachen · Lachung · Gangtok · Namchi · Bagdogra
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Feb
OverviewDay by dayPlaces to exploreMake it yoursWhat to budget forGood to know
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The journey

Journey through the diverse terrains of Sikkim on this week-long highland road tour. Starting from Bagdogra, ascend to Gangtok to visit glacial Tsomgo Lake, the memorial shrine of Baba Mandir, and optional frontier heights at Nathula Pass. Continue northward into rugged valleys to reach Lachen and the high-altitude waters of Gurudongmar Lake.

From Lachen, cross to Lachung to explore scenic Yumthang Valley, hot springs, and historic monasteries. Conclude your circuit in South Sikkim at Namchi, visiting Temi Tea Garden and the expansive Char Dham pilgrimage site before returning downhill.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Tsomgo Lake: glacial alpine water surrounded by flowers and snow

02

Gurudongmar Lake: a sacred high-altitude lake set amidst mountain peaks

03

Yumthang Valley: flower sanctuary with natural hot springs and river meadows

04

Lachung Monastery: historic Buddhist complex featuring ancient sculptures and wall murals

05

Char Dham Namchi: large Solophok Hill complex with a 108-foot Shiva statue

06

Temi Tea Garden: rolling tea plantations along the scenic slopes towards Namchi

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

Start with this itinerary. In your draft, change the stops, stays and activities to suit your holiday.

7 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
GangtokGangtok

Day 1 · Gangtok

Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok

Meet your driver at NJP Railway Station, Bagdogra Airport, or Siliguri Bus Stand. Take a 4-hour drive up into the hills to Gangtok, situated at an elevation of 5,480 feet. Check in to your hotel and take time to rest after your road journey. In the evening, head out for a walk along pedestrianised MG Road or spend time shopping in the local markets. Overnight in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Meals not included

GangtokGangtok

Day 2 · Gangtok

Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir and Optional Nathu La

Eat an early breakfast and take a 2-hour drive towards Tsomgo Lake, an alpine glacial lake framed by mountain ridges. Continue forward to Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. If pre-booked with permits arranged, proceed on an excursion to the high-altitude frontier pass at Nathu La. Drive back to Gangtok for lunch, and spend your free evening strolling through MG Road and the nearby market area. Overnight in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

LachenLachen

Day 3 · Lachen

Transfer from Gangtok to Lachen

Have breakfast and depart Gangtok for a 5-to-6-hour road journey into North Sikkim. En route, stop for lunch at the town of Chungthang before ascending towards Lachen. Upon reaching the village, check in to your hotel and enjoy welcome tea while relaxing. Later in the evening, set out on a gentle walk to explore the traditional Lepcha Village. Dinner and overnight stay in Lachen.

Meal notes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

LachungLachung

Day 4 · Lachung

Gurudongmar Lake and Transfer to Lachung

Start early with breakfast and drive roughly 55 km through rugged terrain to sacred Gurudongmar Lake, set at high altitude amidst snow-clad peaks. Take in the sweeping views across the cold mountain basin before driving back for lunch. Afterwards, take a 50 km drive to the village of Lachung. Check in to your hotel, visit ancient Lachung Monastery in the evening, and enjoy dinner. Overnight in Lachung.

Meal notes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

GangtokGangtok

Day 5 · Gangtok

Yumthang Valley Excursion and Return to Gangtok

Have an early breakfast and make the 26 km morning drive up to Yumthang Valley at 11,800 feet. Walk through the scenic valley landscapes, see seasonal blooms or snow depending on the month, and visit the local hot spring. Head back to Lachung for lunch alongside mountain and river views. In the afternoon, begin the 130 km return drive to Gangtok, arriving in 4 to 5 hours. Spend your evening at MG Road. Overnight in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast and lunch included

NamchiNamchi

Day 6 · Namchi

Drive from Gangtok to Namchi

Eat breakfast and set off on the drive south to Namchi, travelling through the hillside slopes of Temi Tea Garden. Upon reaching the Namchi area, stop at Sai Baba Mandir, stroll through the Rock Garden, and tour the religious complex of Siddheshwar Dham (Char Dham) at Solophok Hill. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a quiet, free evening at your leisure. Overnight in Namchi.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

NamchiNamchi

Day 7 · Namchi

Transfer from Namchi to Bagdogra / NJP

Have an early breakfast at your hotel in Namchi. Complete check-out formalities and board your vehicle for the downhill transfer back to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. The tour concludes upon arrival at your drop-off station or terminal.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 7

This is your starting plan. Available flights, hotels and activity options are checked when you build your draft.

Find your kind of holiday

Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

India

Gurudongmar Lake

One of India's highest sacred lakes, set amid cold alpine peaks at extreme altitude.

Tsomgo Lake

India

Tsomgo Lake

Glacial mountain lake surrounded by alpine flora and winter snow near the frontier.

India

Yumthang Valley

Picturesque Himalayan river valley famous for seasonal rhododendron blooms and natural hot springs.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

What this sample holiday is built around. Your selected flights, stays and activities determine the final price and inclusions in the draft.

In this holiday plan

  • 6 nights in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 3 nights, Lachen 1 night, Lachung 1 night, Namchi 1 night
  • Breakfast in Gangtok and Namchi; all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in Lachen and Lachung
  • Transportation by Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo as per itinerary
  • Toll taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges
  • Driver allowances
  • Sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary

Plan for these extras

  • −Personal expenses like entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, etc.
  • −Any extra meals
  • −Extra cost for Nathula Pass and its vehicle
  • −Extra cost for Zero Point
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary
  • −Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or any other attractions
  • −Room heater charges
  • −Insurance
  • −Anything not listed in the inclusions

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goFeb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹27,400

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.

Local know-how
  • Permits for Nathula Pass must be pre-booked and are strictly non-refundable.
  • North Sikkim high-altitude areas like Gurudongmar Lake sit above 15,000 feet; ensure proper acclimatisation.
  • Zero Point is not part of standard packages and requires an additional vehicle surcharge.
  • Room heater usage at high-altitude hotels incurs supplementary charges payable on site.
When is the best time to visit Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Namchi?

Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

How many days is Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi?

7 days and 6 nights, across 5 destinations.

Which places does Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi cover?

Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Namchi. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Namchi?

Gurudongmar Lake; Tsomgo Lake; Yumthang Valley.

Who is Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi best suited to?

families, couples, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi cost?

From ₹27,400 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 6-night itinerary?

6 nights in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 3 nights, Lachen 1 night, Lachung 1 night, Namchi 1 night; Breakfast in Gangtok and Namchi; all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in Lachen and Lachung; Transportation by Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo as per itinerary; Toll taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges; Driver allowances; Sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi?

Personal expenses like entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, etc.; Any extra meals; Extra cost for Nathula Pass and its vehicle; Extra cost for Zero Point; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary; Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or any other attractions; Room heater charges; Insurance.

How do I book Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung and Namchi?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

Do I need a visa for Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Namchi?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹27,400
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle.
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