What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

5 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels: Sillery Gaon 2, Aritar 1, Zuluk 1, Gangtok 1, on breakfast basis with all meals included during the Silk Route stay; Dedicated vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo); Sightseeing tours as per itinerary; Toll taxes, parking charges, fuel, and driver allowances. 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 Old Silk Route: Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk & Gangtok?

Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, and laundry; Any extra meals; Any extra excursions or sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary; Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safari, or other activities; Room heater charges; Insurance; Anything not listed in the inclusions.

Do I need a visa for Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk, Gangtok?

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Sillery Gaon & Aritar 5-Night Holiday Package from ₹30,900

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The journey

Trace the historic mountain paths of the Old Silk Route through West Bengal and East Sikkim. Starting from Bagdogra or New Jalpaiguri, you head up to Sillery Gaon to take in sweeping views of Mount Kanchenjunga and explore local vantage points and the historic ruins of Damsang Fort. The route continues into Sikkim, winding through the quiet lake town of Aritar before climbing the celebrated zigzag curves toward Zuluk.

From Zuluk at 10,000 feet, you will witness dawn over the peaks from Ganek Sunrise Point and travel along the high-altitude corridor past Thambi View Point, Kalipokhri Lake, Nathang Valley, and sacred Tsomgo Lake before reaching Gangtok. This six-day journey offers an authentic Himalayan road trip filled with alpine landscapes, pristine lakes, and offbeat village life.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

Sillery Gaon: view Mount Kanchenjunga, Damsang Fort ruins, and Ramitey View Point overlooking river bends

Lampokhri Lake: visit Aritar's emerald boot-shaped lake along with historic Aritar Monastery and Mankhim

Zuluk: travel along the historic 32 hairpin zigzag roads perched at 10,000 feet

Ganek: rise early for sweeping dawn views over high Himalayan snow peaks

Nathang Valley: cross high-altitude terrain dotted with alpine lakes including Kalipokhri and Tsomgo

Your days, your way

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft

Day 1 · Sillery Gaon

Drive from Bagdogra or NJP to Sillery Gaon

Meet your driver upon arrival at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP). Board your vehicle and begin the drive up into the hills to Sillery Gaon, a tranquil hamlet situated at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Check in to your accommodation upon arrival, unwind amidst the natural mountain surroundings, and spend the night in Sillery Gaon. Meals on the Silk Route portion are included as per the meal plan.

Meal notes

Lunch and dinner included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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Lampokhri Lake

High-altitude lake surrounded by pine forests, located near historic Aritar Monastery.

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Thambi View Point

Unrivalled vantage point overlooking the famous 32 zigzag hairpin bends of the Silk Route.

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Tsomgo (Changu) Lake

Glacial high-altitude lake surrounded by rugged mountains on the road down to Gangtok.

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In this holiday plan

5 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels: Sillery Gaon 2, Aritar 1, Zuluk 1, Gangtok 1, on breakfast basis with all meals included during the Silk Route stay
Dedicated vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo)
Sightseeing tours as per itinerary
Toll taxes, parking charges, fuel, and driver allowances

Plan for these extras

Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, and laundry
Any extra meals
Any extra excursions or sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
Any entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safari, or other activities
Room heater charges
Insurance
Anything not listed in the inclusions

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Good to know

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)

Your starting price₹30,900

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

Local know-how

Special permits are mandatory for the Silk Route and are arranged en route at Rongli.
Zuluk is situated at an elevation of 10,000 feet; warm layers are recommended throughout the year.
Travel options cover pick-up and drop-off at either Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station.

When is the best time to visit Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk, Gangtok?

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How many days is Old Silk Route: Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk & Gangtok?

6 days and 5 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Old Silk Route: Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk & Gangtok cover?

Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk, 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 Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk, Gangtok?

Lampokhri Lake; Thambi View Point; Tsomgo (Changu) Lake.

Who is Old Silk Route: Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk & Gangtok best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

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