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Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour

5 nights from Bagdogra or NJP, exploring Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake, Lachung and Yumthang Valley
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Bagdogra or New Jalpaiguri · Gangtok · Lachung · Gangtok · Siliguri, NJP, Bagdogra or Tenzing Norgay
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 into the Himalayan beauty of Sikkim, starting from the bustling hill capital of Gangtok. Explore cultural highlights including Ranka Monastery, Ganesh Tok, and the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, alongside the high-altitude glacial waters of Tsomgo Lake, Baba Harbhajan Mandir, and the India-Tibet border pass of Nathu La.

Travel north to the tranquil village of Lachung and ascend to the alpine meadows of Yumthang Valley, renowned for its blooming flora and snowy mountain vistas. With vehicle transfers, comfortable stays, and planned meals in Lachung, this trip balances scenic road travel with high Himalayan exploration.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology: vast collection preserving Tibetan manuscripts, art, and regional heritage

02

Tsomgo Lake: high-altitude glacial lake set against dramatic mountain scenery near Gangtok

03

Nathu La pass: historic India-Tibet border pass standing among the highest motorable roads

04

Lachung: peaceful mountain town surrounded by waterfalls, monasteries, and Lepcha village life

05

Yumthang Valley: alpine valley of flowers cradled by Himalayan peaks and thermal springs

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.

6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
GangtokGangtok

Day 1 · Gangtok

Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok

Arrive at Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station, meet your transfer representative, and begin the 120-kilometre drive to Gangtok, taking around 4 hours. On arrival, check in to your hotel. If time permits, you may take a short local sightseeing tour. Spend the evening walking around M.G. Marg or the local market. Your night is spent at your hotel in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Meals not included

GangtokGangtok

Day 2 · Gangtok

Gangtok Local Sightseeing

Have an early breakfast and set out on a guided sightseeing tour covering five to six primary sights. Visit Ranka Monastery (or choose Rumtek Monastery at an extra cost), Ban Jhakri Falls, Shanti View Point, and Tashi View Point. Learn about Tibetan history and culture at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, and take in the valley vistas from Ganesh Tok. In the evening, stroll along M.G. Marg before returning to your hotel in Gangtok for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

GangtokGangtok

Day 3 · Gangtok

Excursion to Changu / Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass

Start after an early breakfast for a mountain excursion to Tsomgo Lake and the revered Baba Harbhajan Mandir. Continue up towards the high-altitude border crossing at Nathu La pass. Afterward, return towards Gangtok. You have the rest of the day free to wander through the local markets and walk along M.G. Road. Sleep tonight at your hotel in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

LachungLachung

Day 4 · Lachung

Transfer to Lachung

Eat an early breakfast and set off on the scenic drive to Lachung, stopping en route in Chungthang for lunch. Arrive in Lachung by late afternoon, receive a welcome tea, and check into your hotel. During the evening, visit a peaceful Lepcha village and walk to the nearby village monastery. Dinner is served at your hotel, where you will spend the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

GangtokGangtok

Day 5 · Gangtok

Yumthang Sightseeing and Transfer to Gangtok

Have an early breakfast and take the 1-hour drive up to Yumthang Valley, noted for its alpine terrain and mountain scenery. Afterwards, travel back to your hotel in Lachung for lunch. Check out and embark on the roughly 5-hour drive back to Gangtok. In the evening, explore the local shops and take a relaxed stroll along MG Road. Settle in for your final overnight stay in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast and lunch included

GangtokGangtok

Day 6 · Gangtok

Departure and Transfer to Siliguri

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and start the road journey back down to Siliguri, NJP, Bagdogra Airport, or Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand, taking about 4 to 4.5 hours. Break your drive at Rangpo or Chitrey for tea or refreshments en route. If time permits, make a brief break at the scenic Coronation Bridge before reaching your onward departure point.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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

India

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Extensive museum and library preserving rare Tibetan manuscripts, art, and traditional Buddhist heritage.

Tsomgo Lake

India

Tsomgo Lake

High-altitude sacred glacial lake framed by rugged mountain vistas in East Sikkim.

India

Nathu La pass

Historic Himalayan border pass between India and Tibet situated at 14,140 feet.

India

Yumthang Valley

Scenic alpine sanctuary known as the Valley of Flowers with mountain river views.

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

  • 5 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 4 nights (breakfast only), Lachung 1 night (all meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Dedicated vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo)
  • Toll taxes, parking, and fuel charges
  • Driver allowances
  • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary

Plan for these extras

  • −Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, and laundry
  • −Any extra meals
  • −Extra cost for Nathu La Pass and its dedicated vehicle
  • −Extra cost for Zero Point
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing not mentioned in the tour itinerary
  • −Entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or other attractions
  • −Room heater charges
  • −Insurance
  • −Anything not specified in the inclusions

A little preparation goes a long way

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₹26,600

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

Local know-how
  • Visits to Nathula Pass and Zero Point require separate permits and vehicles at additional cost.
  • Permits are subject to weather conditions and border security approvals.
  • Bring warm layers, especially for high-altitude excursions to Tsomgo Lake, Nathula, and Yumthang Valley.
  • Entry fees to monuments, museums, and parks are not included and are payable directly.
When is the best time to visit Gangtok, Lachung, Gangtok?

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

How many days is Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour cover?

Gangtok, Lachung, Gangtok. 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, Lachung, Gangtok?

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology; Tsomgo Lake; Nathu La pass; Yumthang Valley.

Who is Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour best suited to?

couples, families, 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, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour cost?

From ₹26,600 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, meals.. 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 5-night itinerary?

5 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 4 nights (breakfast only), Lachung 1 night (all meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner); Dedicated vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo); Toll taxes, parking, and fuel charges; Driver allowances; Sightseeing tours as per 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, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour?

Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, and laundry; Any extra meals; Extra cost for Nathu La Pass and its dedicated vehicle; Extra cost for Zero Point; Any extra excursions or sightseeing not mentioned in the tour itinerary; Entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safaris, or other attractions; Room heater charges; Insurance.

How do I book Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley Tour?

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

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
₹26,600
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, meals.
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