North Sikkim tour

North Sikkim tour

North Sikkim tour is popular tour package in Sikkim. North Sikkim package tour take to you heart of the Sikkim  include Gantok  gurudogmar lake lachung  Yumthang valley.  North Sikkim tours offer beautiful Himalayan views, beautiful landscape, temple , monasteries with mixed culture of Sikkim Darjeeling. Normally  Autumn & spring season is best time for North Sikkim package tour but we Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange whole year as per travelers wish and  desire. Minimum one week holidays required tour in North Sikkim but we Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange customized Sikkim tour service.  

North sikkim package trip offer beautiful Himalayan panorama , explore the Gantok valley & Thangu village . North Sikkim tours cost is depend on group size but individual person also doable this trip as per requirements. Tour in Sikkim is life time adventure journeys for those travelers who wish to visit in Gantok, Sikkim and Darjeeling. we Himalaya Journey Trekking generate Sikkim tour itinerary as below mentioned but visitors may change or extend as per time frame. package tour in North sikkim doable around the year . Tally as best tour operators in Sikkim arrange numerious groups successfully.  If you search in internet thousands of Sikkim travel companies homepage for North sikkim tours package but choose the local Sikkim tour operator for memorable and secured journeys in Sikkim Darjeeling. 

 

North sikkim tour itinerary:

Day 01 : Siliguri/Bagdogra to Gangtok (135 km. / approx 4.30 hrs): 
On arrival at Bagdogra airport or Siliguri (NJP) railway station meet Himalaya Journey Trekking  representative, who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok (5500 Ft /1677 Mts, 130 Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs) & give you briefing about your tour .After leaving Siliguri we drive along the NH 31A through the dense forests Mahananda Wild Life Sanctuary, the natural play ground of wild elephant, tiger and deer. Sevok comes next with its promises for the gorgeous view of Tista river as it comes out from the deep gorge of the Himalayas and spreads itself in the vast plains on North Bengal. From Tista Bazaar follows the winding roads and a picturesque drive through Himalayan hills to Gangtok , the capital of Sikkim. Check into hotel and get refreshed for a free leisure evening. Recommend to roam in MG road around the Mall to enjoy the typical Hill City life of Gangtok and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in hotel. 

Day 02 : Gangtok Sightseeing :
After our breakfast we will proceed for local sightseeing in or around Gangtok including Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok. These viewpoints offering panoramic view of snow capped Himalayan peaks & Gangtok city. Proceed to visit Rumtek Monastery/ Jhakri Falls , Institute of Tibetology to have a glance of Tibetan antics, Orchid House ( Collection of Himalayan orchids), Enchay Monastery ,Dodurl Chorten etc. In the evening visit to M G Marg, the busy market of Gangtok, for shopping and having Sikkimese delicacy at the local restaurant. 

Day 03 : Excursion – Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir :
After breakfast drive for a memorable excursion tour to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft. /39 km), one of the highest altitudes Himalayan Lake. This beautiful oval shape lake almost 1 km long with its average depth 50 ft is situated in east Sikkim Himalaya. From here we will drive further 15 km to Baba Mandir. One can further drive to Nathula pass (12,000ft.) towards china border depending upon the accessibility of the route. We will back to Gangtok by late afternoon. Evening is free for roaming around M.G Marg, the popular Shopping area in Gangtok. 

Day 04: Gangtok to Lachen (120 kms./5 hrs./ Alt.- 8,500 ft.) : 
After an early breakfast we will proceed to Lachen. The route meanders through small villages with valleys upto forest grove of Kabi Langchuk. Shinghik comes next with its promises of one of the most glorious views of Kunchanjungha. Situated at an altitude of over 4000ft Singhik offers a desired break to the travelers on the way to Lachen . We will have our lunch on the way. Visit Chungthang- the confluence of Lachen Chu and Lachun Chu (river) and Vimnala falls water falls on your way to Lachen. Reach Lachung in the late afternoon. Lachen is also a base for the popular Green Lake trek. 

Day 05: Excursion Gurudongmar. Lachen to Lachung (50 km/ 2 hrs) :
Early morning drive to Thangu Village (4100m / 13450ft), a remote high altitude village of Tibetan Nomads and also proceed further to Chopta Valley (4000m / 13124ft) to get some breath taking view of alpine valley of frozen rivers. From Chopta Valley drive for another 30kms in 1.5hr to Gurudongmar Lake (5225m / 17143ft) close to Tibet Border, the one of the highest and biggest fresh water lakes in Sikkim and back to Lachen for a late lunch. 

Check out from Lachen and drive further to Lachung via Chungthang. En route visit Chungthang confluence of Lachen Chu and Lachun Chu and Vimnala Water Falls. Check in at hotel. Check in at hotel and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay. 

Lachung - Another remote high altitude village of Tibetan and Bhutia people in North Sikkim with towering rocky snow peaks, vibrant rhododendron valley, lush green yak pastures, perennial waterfalls, hot springs and the base for exploring alpine valley of Yumthang and Yumesamdong close to the Tibetan plateau. 

Day 06 : Excursion to Yumthang - Gangtok (24 km./ Alt.- 11,800ft.) : 
Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley, an alpine flower valley in North Sikkim. Enjoy the scenic landscape and hot Spring and drive further for 30kms to Yumesamdong (4725m / 15503ft) or Zero Point close to Tibet Border, one of the highest motorable roads in SikkimFull day excursion to Yumthang Valley. The valley is covered with snow during January to March & with rhododendrons during April & May. Enroute visit Sulphur Hot Spring having medicinal values. Lunch at hotel in Lachung. After lunch visit Handicraft Centre & Lachung Monastery. Later drive back to Gangtok, In the evening arrive at Gangtok and check into the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Gangtok. 

Day 07: Gangtok to Siliguri/Bagdogra (135 km. / 4.30 hrs.) : 
After completing a farewell party drive back to Siliguri (NJP)/ Bagdogra (IXB) via same route for your onward journey with happy memories to cherish . 

North Sikkim tour cost:

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Service includes:-

  • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
  • ccommodation for 06 nights/ 07 days in Standard Hotels.
  • Room on twin sharing basis.
  • Buffet breakfast & dinner at all places.
  • All transfers and sightseeing by non AC Sumo/Bolero/Max/Similar car.
  • All charges related to vehicle.
  • Vehicle will be itinerary basis (not disposal).
  • Provide your photogragh and ID proof to get the Inner Line Permit.
  • Vehicle will be shared for Tsomgo Lake, Lachen & Lachung.
  • All Innerline permit of Sikkim.
  • Cost will be applicatbe only for Indian National.
  • GST 3.09% extra.
  • All program as mentioned in itinerary
  • Overland transportation
  • Trekking guide both way flight ticket
  • Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking guide,  and porters)
  • Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
  • Airport drop

Service Excludes:-

  • International flight ticket
  • High risk medical insurance
  • Entrance fees while sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.
  • Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
  •  Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
  • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
  • Purely personal nature expenses
  • Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).

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North Sikkim tour is popular tour package in Sikkim. North Sikkim package tour take to you heart of the Sikkim  include Gantok  gurudogmar lake lachung  Yumthang valley.

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