The Ultimate Himalayan Escape 7N - 8D Tour

Start early after breakfast for a full day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) and New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft). In case of permit issues or unforeseen circumstances, alternate sightseeing will be arranged. Nathula Pass requires a special permit issued by Sikkim Tourism on the day of travel and involves extra cost. Valid documents must be submitted seven days prior. Permits are non-refundable and closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

After breakfast, depart from your hotel at 9:30 AM and drive to Lachen (8,838 ft, 120 km, approx. 6 hours). En route, visit Butterfly/Seven Sister Waterfalls, Singhik Viewpoint, Naga Waterfalls, Chungthang Dam, and the confluence. Arrive in Lachen by evening. Overnight stay at Lachen.

Begin early with a drive to Gurudongmar Lake (17,100 ft, approx. 3 hours). Enjoy the scenic route through Chopta Valley. Return to Lachen for lunch, then proceed to Lachung (8,910 ft, approx. 2 hours). Reach Lachung by evening. Overnight stay at Lachung.

Depart early for Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft), famously known as the Valley of Flowers. After returning for lunch, drive back to Gangtok for an overnight stay. Optional excursion to Zero Point (Yumesamdong, 16,000 ft) is available at extra cost.

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day Gangtok city tour (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM) covering the Handicraft Centre, Flower Show, Chorten Stupa, Institute of Tibetology, and Bakthang/Banjhakri Waterfalls. Afternoon, drive to Darjeeling (6,730 ft, approx. 4 hours). Check-in at the hotel upon arrival. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Early morning starts with a visit to Tiger Hill (3:30 AM) to view the sunrise. Return via Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Later, enjoy the city tour (9:00 AM to 3:30 PM) including the Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (closed Thursdays), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed Thursdays), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-help Centre (closed Sundays), and an outer view of the tea gardens.

After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), NJP Railway Station, or Siliguri for onward journey (approx. 3 hours, 70 km).