India · Land Adventure

5-Day North Sikkim Tour from Gangtok with Gurudongmar and Yumthang

5 Days Round trip from Ward 35 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Gurudongmar Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world at 16,910 ft
02 Explore Yumthang Valley, popularly known as the Valley of Flowers
03 Travel through the Himalayan landscapes of Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, and Chungthang
04 Stop at Singhik viewpoint and see the Seven Sisters Waterfalls
05 Take an optional excursion to Zero Point, the final civilian destination before China's border

Embark on a journey through North Sikkim and come across famous sights like Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang Valley, Lachung, and Lachen. Travel through this surreal land blessed by the Himalayas, with pristine mountain scenery, high-altitude lakes, and beautiful valleys along the way. This 5-day tour takes you from Gangtok into the heart of North Sikkim for a memorable Himalayan experience.

Early in the morning at 3 AM, proceed to Gurudongmar Lake (altitude 16,910 ft).

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Siliguri, Gangtok, Chungthang, Lachen, Lachung

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Gangtok

Arrival at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. Our representative will transfer you to Gangtok (125 km / 4 hours approx.).

Check in to the hotel at Gangtok.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02

Gangtok to Lachen via Chungthang

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and meet at the Vajra taxi stand to start the North Sikkim tour. After getting the permit, head to Lachen via Chungthang (125 km / 5 hours approx.).
En route, stop at Singhik viewpoint to see the Seven Sisters Waterfalls.
Reach the hotel in Lachen and check in.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03

Gurudongmar Lake Excursion and Transfer to Lachung

Early in the morning at 3 AM, proceed to Gurudongmar Lake (altitude 16,910 ft). It is one of the highest lakes in the world. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Transfer to Lachung. Check in to a hotel in Lachung. Have lunch at the hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04

Yumthang Valley Visit and Return to Gangtok

After breakfast, proceed to Yumthang Valley (altitude 11,693 ft). It is popularly known as the Valley of Flowers - the flowering season is from late February to mid-June.
- You can make an optional visit to Zero Point Yumthang Valley, the final civilian destination before China's border (Zero Point altitude: 15,300 ft).
Return to Lachung and have lunch at the hotel.
Transfer to Gangtok by evening. Check in to a hotel in Gangtok.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05

Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the nearest railway station or airport.

Where this trip takes you

Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang Valley, Singhik viewpoint, Seven Sisters Waterfalls

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ward 35 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel accommodations (02N Gangtok, 01N Lachen, and 01N Lachung)
Meals (breakfast at Gangtok / all meals at Lachen and Lachung)
Sightseeing, pick-up, drop-off, and transfers
Vehicle on a point-to-point service basis (not at disposal)
Toll tax, parking, fuel cost, driver expenses, and permit fee
Assistance for the trip
GST

What's Not Included

Airfare / train fare
Room incidentals
Early check-in and late checkout
Lunch and dinner in Gangtok only
Zero Point (spot payment only)
Local taxi fare in Gangtok
Tipping or gratuities to guide/driver
Any riding / personal activity charges
Room heater charges at hill stations
Beverages during mealtime
All entrance fees wherever applicable
Camera and video permits

Know before you go

Hotel rooms are subject to availability.
The itinerary order is subject to change without prior notice, according to weather conditions, political problems, or other circumstances.
Amendments to services, number of heads, dates, or group size can impact the quotation and may be revised accordingly.
An additional mattress or a rollaway bed will be provided for the third person sharing the room. It may vary as per the hotel.
Child age 10 years and above is treated as a full adult.
No extra food will be provided for the complimentary child.
Airfare is subject to availability. Any increase in airfare will be borne by the traveler.
$ROE rate (Rate of Exchange) will be applicable as per the present market rate.
Visa cost is as per the embassy, and the rate can be changed.
A midnight surcharge will be applied for departure and arrival between 2300 hrs and 0700 hrs.
For documents required for visa, kindly follow the details in the itinerary.
For an international trip, kindly follow the itinerary and be punctual during the tour.
If the tour is extended due to any emergency circumstances, extra costs will be borne by the guest.
Any changes in transportation during the tour will incur extra cost, to be borne by the guest.
For delays in arrival or departure flight, train, or bus timings, Rs. 500 for domestic and USD 30 for international will be applicable per hour.
Transportation service is on a point-to-point basis and not at disposal.
All travellers have to follow the day-wise itinerary, which will not change while travelling.
Kindly verify all the details with your coordinator before travel.
If there is any difficulty or technical problem during the tour, kindly cooperate with us to recover the situation.
Some sightseeing depends on government permit. Each guest should carry their government identity card (original and xerox copy both) with a passport-size photograph at the time of travel.