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Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling

7 nights from Bagdogra, featuring Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang Valley, and views of Mount Khangchendzonga
Duration
7 nights
Destination
Bagdogra · Gangtok · Lachen · Lachung · Gangtok · Pelling · Bagdogra
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The journey

Explore Sikkim across eight days, starting from Gangtok and journeying through North and West Sikkim. Take an excursion to high-altitude Tsomgo Lake, Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, and optional Nathu La Pass, before venturing north into Lachen and Lachung. Witness the serene waters of Gurudongmar Lake and wander the floral meadows and hot springs of Yumthang Valley.

Continue to Pelling in West Sikkim for panoramic views of Mount Khangchendzonga. Visit Khangchendzonga and Rimbi waterfalls, Sewaro Rock Garden, sacred Khachoedpalri Lake, Pemayangtse Monastery, and ancient Rabdentse Ruins, before concluding your journey with a transfer back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Tsomgo Lake: glacial lake surrounded by alpine slopes and a sacred Shiva temple

02

Gurudongmar Lake: sacred high-altitude lake set amidst snow-covered peaks and valleys

03

Yumthang Valley: expansive alpine valley filled with blooming rhododendrons, landscapes, and hot springs

04

Pelling: panoramic viewpoints overlooking Mount Khangchendzonga and nearby snow-capped Himalayan ridges

05

Rabdentse Ruins: historical palace ruins showcasing the ancient heritage of the Sikkimese kingdom

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.

8 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
GangtokGangtok

Day 1 · Gangtok

Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok

Meet your representative at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Station, or Siliguri, and begin a 4-hour scenic drive up to Gangtok. Once you arrive in the capital city, check in at your hotel. You have the evening free to browse local markets or take a walk along MG Road. You stay overnight in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Meals not included

GangtokGangtok

Day 2 · Gangtok

Excursion to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, and Nathu La

Start early with breakfast, then drive to snow-covered Tsomgo Lake to admire its alpine scenery and visit the adjacent Shiva temple. Continue onward to Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. If pre-arranged, you will also visit Nathu La Pass along the border. Return to Gangtok for lunch and spend the evening shopping around MG Road or the local bazaars before your overnight stay in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

LachenLachen

Day 3 · Lachen

Drive from Gangtok to Lachen

Eat an early breakfast and embark on a 5 to 6-hour road trip from Gangtok to Lachen. Pause midway for lunch at Chungthang as you navigate mountain valleys. Arriving in Lachen, check in at your hotel and enjoy a welcome tea. Later, explore the quiet Lepcha village and admire views of snow-clad peaks before retiring for the night in Lachen.

Meal notes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

LachungLachung

Day 4 · Lachung

Gurudongmar Lake Excursion and Transfer to Lachung

Depart early following breakfast on a 2.5 to 3.5-hour journey across high valleys to sacred Gurudongmar Lake. Take in the sights of this high-altitude glacial lake before heading back for lunch. Afterwards, make the 2-hour drive to Lachung. Settle into your hotel, explore Lachung Monastery later in the evening, and have dinner before spending the night in Lachung.

Meal notes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

GangtokGangtok

Day 5 · Gangtok

Yumthang Valley Sightseeing and Return to Gangtok

Have breakfast early and travel to Yumthang Valley, renowned for its rhododendrons and alpine flora. On the journey back, make a stop at the natural hot spring. Return to Lachung for lunch, then take the 4 to 5-hour drive back to Gangtok. Spend the evening strolling around the local market or along MG Road, and spend the night in Gangtok.

Meal notes

Breakfast and lunch included

PellingPelling

Day 6 · Pelling

Transfer from Gangtok to Pelling

After breakfast, depart Gangtok for Pelling, travelling through lush greenery with views of the Eastern Himalayas along the route. Reach the town, which offers broad panoramas of Mount Khangchendzonga and surrounding peaks. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxed day taking in the calm mountain setting. You stay overnight in Pelling.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

PellingPelling

Day 7 · Pelling

Full-Day Sightseeing in Pelling

Following breakfast, set out on a day tour of Pelling's natural and historical sites. Visit Khangchendzonga Waterfalls, Sewaro Rock Garden, Rimbi Waterfalls, and holy Khachoedpalri Lake. Continue to the historic Rabdentse Ruins and the calm Pemayangtse Monastery. Return to your hotel in Pelling for an overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

PellingPelling

Day 8 · Pelling

Departure from Pelling to NJP or Bagdogra

Eat an early breakfast at your hotel before checking out. You will be transferred from Pelling to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, where your Sikkim holiday ends.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 8

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Places worth exploring

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Tsomgo Lake

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Tsomgo Lake

Sacred alpine glacial lake with scenic views and an adjacent lakeside Shiva temple.

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Gurudongmar Lake

High-altitude glacial lake nestled amongst snow-capped peaks and valleys.

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Yumthang Valley

Scenic mountain valley adorned with wild rhododendrons and natural sulfur hot springs.

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Rabdentse Ruins

Historic ruins of Sikkim's second capital, surrounded by lush forested hills.

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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In this holiday plan

  • 7 nights in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 3, Lachen 1, Lachung 1, Pelling 2, with breakfast in Gangtok and Pelling, and all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in Lachen and Lachung
  • A vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo)
  • Toll taxes
  • Parking
  • Fuel charges
  • Driver allowances
  • Sightseeing as per 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 safari, or anything else
  • −Room heater charges
  • −Insurance
  • −Anything which is not included in the inclusion

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Good to know

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

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹27,300

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

Local know-how
  • Carry your voter ID for Nathu La Pass permit arrangements; bookings for Nathu La are non-refundable.
  • High altitude conditions are experienced at Gurudongmar Lake (up to 17,800 ft) and Nathu La Pass.
  • Vehicle type provided depends on group size (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo).
  • Entry tickets, safari fees, and room heater charges are not included and must be paid directly.
When is the best time to visit Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Pelling?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Pelling when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling?

8 days and 7 nights, across 5 destinations.

Which places does Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling cover?

Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Gangtok, Pelling. 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, Pelling?

Tsomgo Lake; Gurudongmar Lake; Yumthang Valley; Rabdentse Ruins.

Who is Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling 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 Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling cost?

From ₹27,300 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 7-night itinerary?

7 nights in 3-star hotels: Gangtok 3, Lachen 1, Lachung 1, Pelling 2, with breakfast in Gangtok and Pelling, and all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in Lachen and Lachung; A vehicle as per itinerary (Wagon-R, Innova, Xylo, or Sumo); Toll taxes; Parking; Fuel charges; Driver allowances; Sightseeing 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 Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling?

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 safari, or anything else; Room heater charges; Insurance.

How do I book Sikkim, Gurudongmar, Yumthang and Pelling?

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, Pelling?

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
₹27,300
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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