8 Nights 9 Days Gangtok, Lachung , Lachen , Pelling Tour

This is the first day of your Gangtok to North Sikkim Tour with Lachen & Lachung. Meet & greet on arrival for your Sikkim Gangtok Package Tour and drive to Gangtok. This is almost 4 hrs long journeys and is extremely beautiful. You will enjoy every curve of the hills during drive. The picturesque Teesta River follows you all the way. Take a halt for photo session on Sevoke Rail Bridge and Coronation Bridge. The squeaking playful monkeys will welcome you in many places. There is many read side "Dhabas" or Restraint where you can stop over and try some local delicacies like Momos, Thukpas etc.

Before evening reach Gangtok and check in to hotel. Later after freshen up you could stroll about the neighborhood in the evening. The super clean city of Gangtok sometime appears like foreign to many travelers. Enjoy the evening fullest. Stroll on the famous MG Marg, have some hot coffee or ice cream. There are lots of Bars and Restaurants in both side og MG Marg where you can enjoy the extravagant Nightlife in Gangtok. Some of the famous bars and restaurants where you can enjoy the Gangtok Nightlife are :

• Cafe Live Loud - Live Music at its Best (11 AM - 11 PM)
• Osm Lounge (3 PM - 10:30 PM)
• Lounge 31a - Ace (12 AM - 12 PM)
• After Dark (7 PM - 1 PM; Opens only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays)
• Mayfair - Casino Mahjong (24 hours open)
• Casino Deltin Denzong - Higher the Place Higher the Stakes (24 hours open)

Overnight at Hotel in Gangtok. Have a sweet dream and get fresh as next day long tour is waiting for you.

After a tight sleep say good morning to Gangtok. If you are an early riser, you can have a morning walk vicinity MG Marg and nearby hilly roads. Feel the freshness of the air and intake pure oxygen as much as you can. Complete your breakfast within 8am as you will be departing for Lachen Tour soon. Start your journey from Gangtok at about 9 am towards Lachen via NH 31A. The journey is 4 hr 57 min (120.4 km) via Singtam - Chungthang Rd. On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful locations like Tashi View Point, built by Tashi Namgyal, offering a panoramic view of Mt Khangchendzonga. On the way you will visit:

Kabi Longstok - a historic place, located on North Sikkim Highway. This is the where a treaty between Lepcha Chief Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed.

Seven Sister Waterfalls - the name is given to this waterfall as it makes its descent in seven stages. To facilitate the tourists to savour the pristine beauty and to be with nature, Tourism Department of Sikkim has set up a waiting shed and cafeteria.

Naga Waterfalls - the confluence of Lachen-Chu and Lachung-Chu at Chungthang. Mostly perennial in nature, waterfalls are a plenty in this region, Bhim Nala & Twin Waterfalls are two others one comes across en route to North Sikkim and the gorgeous Teesta follows you all the way.

You can have your lunch on the way near either Mangan or Chungthang. In lunch you can have rice, dal, roti, veg curry, chicken curry, egg curry, momo, noodle etc. Drinks like local beer or chhaang is a must try. Enjoy it and start for your hotel. You will reach your pre-booked hotel at Lachen almost post evening. After hotel check in get freshen up and have your tea or coffee. Later you can stroll around the vicinity of Lachen village. You can arrange camp fire and spend the evening with near and dear once with songs, or antakshari, playing guitar and lots of gossip. Basically there is nothing to do this evening. So enjoy the time as you wish. Carry some good books and read it seating in the balcony or on the bank of Lachen River. Chilling cold will be your all time companion. Later have your dinner served hot and get a tight sleep. Next day long journey is waiting for you.

This is the third day of your much awaited 6 Nights / 7 Days Gangtok, North Sikkim Package Tour as today you will visit to see the wonder of nature - The Gurudongmar Lake. So, wake up as early (4am) as you can and get ready for your Gurugongmar Lake Tour - one of the most sacred lakes believed by the Buddhists and Hindus alike. On the way we will visit some of the best sightseeing places in Lachen:

Thangu Valley: This is the first stop on the way to Gurudongmar Lake from Lachen. Located at an altitude of 13000 ft, this is 2 hrs journeys [35km] from Lachen. Basically this is a small hamlet with a few small wooden cottage and shops scattered nearby. This is a place with nature packed treasures all around. With snow capped mountain peaks all around and lots of streams, Thangu is a perfect halt to get fresh during this long strenuous journey. You can have tea, momo, noodles steaming hot that can boost you to go further. Because of its altitude, the valley is covered with snow most of the time in the year except summer. Full bloom Rhododendron in different colors and primulas all over, the valley become treasure hunt for travelers and trekkers. Spending some time here will make you feel good.

Chopta Valley: At an altitude of 13,100ft visiting this awe awe-inspiring valley is a must to behold the love of nature. This valley with its all grandeur offers immense peace to visitors with its tranquility and serenity. During summer, the valley become live with purple primulas all around and in winter the snow carpet offers wonderful view.

Kalapatthar: From Chopta valley on the way to Gurudongmar Lake visiting Kalapatthar is a must. As the place is below altitude then Gurudongmar Lake, high altitude sickness is less experience. Snow all around through the year is the cherry on top during your tour. With white snow all around and black rocks popping out in between makes the place an artist canvas with black and white painting. Here you can experience sub zero temperature between -4 to -10 degrees. You can experience 3 to 6ft snow all around and can play with it. Children prefer to make snow man and play with snow. Spend some time here, enjoy the beauty of Kalapatthar which is terribly good and heads towards Gurudongmar Lake.

As you proceed towards the lake, you will notice the geographical change. Gradually the land will become barren with less vegetation. Mainly shrubs and small bushy plants like rhododendron can be spotted here and there. You will be driving through the roads that will make you feel similar like Ladakh Tour from Kolkata. Soon you will notice snow capped High Mountain that marks that Lake Gurudongmar is near.

After arriving this wonderful place, behold the magnificent snow capped mountain and their reflections in the water of the lake. It is absolute bliss to be here. Roam around the banks, touch the water of the lake, feel its purity. You can visit the nearby temple or gompha where local people offer prayer and puja. You can hardly stay here for 30 to 45 minutes as it is extremely high altitude and breathing problem is inevitable due to scarcity of oxygen. So, don’t spend much time here and get down as early as possible.

The beautiful and awe inspiring lake remains milky in color throughout the year. According to a legend, since the lake used to remain frozen most of the year, it was not possible to use its water for drinking purposes. When the Guru Padmasambhava passed by, while returning from Tibet, the local residents are reported to have approached him for providing source of water. The Guru obliged. A portion of the lake touched by him does not freeze in extreme winter. Since water of the lake is considered sacred, visitors carry the 'blessed' water in bottles.

TIPS: While visiting Gurudongmar Lake, proper permits must be obtained from the local authority and frequent checking by the Army personal can be noticed as the area is vicinity of Indo-China border. Carry proper documents like Voter ID Card, Passport or Driving License etc in original and photocopy also along with some passport size photograph.

Come back to Lachen Hotel within 2 to 3pm, get refreshed and have lunch. After that heads towards Lachung Tour.

Get up early to behold the mesmerizing morning of Lachung. It's amazing to stroll around the hilly path with mist around you. Feel the nature, take a deep breath, I bet it will add some extra days in your life. Inhale pure oxygen and get rejuvenate at full extent. Hear the sound of floating streams and the melting droplets over leaf. It will be an amazing morning in Lachung to behold.

After breakfast, start to explore beautiful Yumthang Valley just 25km away and at an altitude of 11,800 ft. It is almost 1.30 hrs drives through numerous mountain rivers, streams, bridges and roads with full bloom Rhododendron. The valley remains covered under thick blanket of snow in winter and in summer vibrant rhododendron, primulas welcomes you. Spend some quality time there and enjoy the valley decorated with own hand by Mother Nature.

From Yumthang Valley, you can also visit Zero Point, 23 away at an altitude of 15,000 ft above sea level. (Note: Zero point travel is extra Cost subject to Permit and Road Condition). Return and Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.

NOTE: Any Lachen Lachung Package Tour doesn't cover Zero Point in their itinerary. You have to pay driver extra (approx Rs.3000/Car) and he will drive you there.

After lunch in Lachung, transfer to Gangtok. On the way visit spectacular Katao Valley located just 23km away from Lachung. Katao has two distinctive features according to season. In winter the valley remain cover under thick blanket of snow and in summer the valley looks stunning with vibrant Rhododendron, Primula and Poppy flowers. If due to snowfall, Yumthang valley is not accessible then guests can visit Katao Valley. Stroll around the pine forest and behold the mesmerizing beauty of North Sikkim. After spending some quality time in Katao, proceed to Gangtok. Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

NOTE: Katao Valley is very close to China border, hence tight security is obvious in check point. Generally guests are not allowed after some distant in Katao due to security reason. So, travelling some of extreme part of North Sikkim, a special Protected Area Permit (PAP) is required for both Indian citizen and foreign travelers.

This is 5th day of your Sikkim Gangtok Tour Package from Siliguri. Say good morning to Gangtok with hot bed tea. Have a morning walk along the alleys of Gangtok. The morning is really beautiful in Gangtok with mist and fog playing around you. Return back to hotel and After breakfast, get ready for full day trip to:

Tsomgo Lake / Changu Lake: Only 40 kms from Gangtok City at an altitude of 3,753m this is a glacial lake which is almost 1 km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The Lake is considered sacred by the local people. The journey to the lake from Gangtok city is extremely beautiful and scenic. During winter the lake becomes frozen. The area gets covered under thick blanket of snow making the area not less that Switzerland. Recently a rope way service has been introduced to give the travelers the best view of the Lake and surroundings from the top. The to and from Cable car ride is almost 10 mnts and cost Rs. 325/Person. The view from the upper point of cable car ride is astonishingly beautiful. It seems that you are literarily in Switzerland.

NOTE: As spine chilling weather prevails here, heavy jackets, long boots and proper protection is mandatory. Children and elderly people need to carry high altitude medicine. Yak ride can be added enjoyment here.

New Baba Harvajan Singh Mandir: Located 12 kms further you will visit this place. The Mandir is believed to have wish-fulfilling powers. On Sundays a 'langar' is run at the temple which provides free meals to the visitors.

Nathula Pass: It was a major corridor of passage between India and Tibet before it was closed in 1962. Located around 56 kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 14450 ft, the road to Nathula, one of the highest motorable roads, passes through the Tsomgo Lake. On a clear day you can even see the road winding down the Chumbi valley. The best time to visit Changu Lake and Nathula Pass is between May to October. Winter is freezing cold and covered under snow. Those who want to enjoy snow can visit here during December to January but reaching there is uncertain as anytime weather may become harsh and roads may be blocked. Though Indian Army Jawans is heavily deployed here and help tourist all the time as needed.

NOTE: Nathula Pass visit will be on direct payment basis as because it depends on availability of permit from army and weather & road Condition except Monday and Tuesday. Spend quality time in these wonderful places and return back to Gangtok City. Overnight at Gangtok.

After breakfast, check out and drive to NJP / Bagdogra for return journey, and cherish your Lachen Lachung Tour Packages forever.