Meet & Greet on our arrival at Bagdogra airport and drive to Gangtok (Alt.5550Ft/1675M). The picturesque Teesta follows you all the way.On arrival, check in to hotel. You could stroll about the neighborhood or shop at MG Marg in the evening.
Overnight at Gangtok.
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from the hotel at Gangtok at about 10 a.m. and drive towards Lachen via NH 31A. On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful spots like :
Tashi View Point – Built by Tashi Namgyal, offering a panoramic view of Mt Khangchendzonga
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 savor the pristine beauty and to be with nature, the Tourism Department of Sikkim has set up a waiting shed and cafeteria.
seven sisters water falls tour sikkim
Naga Waterfalls – The confluence of Lachen-Chu and Lachung-Chu at Chungthang
Mostly perennial in nature, waterfalls are aplenty in this region, Bhim Nala & the Twin Waterfalls are two others one comes across en route to North Sikkim and the gorgeous Teesta follows you all the way.
Lunch will be served at Namok. You are likely to reach Lachen around the evening.Overnight at Hotel / Home Stay at Lachen.
Early in the morning start for Gurudongmar Lake Tour, one of the most sacred lakes believed by the Buddhists and Hindus alike. 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 a source of water.
The Guru obliged. A portion of the lake touched by him does not freeze in extreme winter. Since the water of the lake is considered sacred, visitors carry the ‘blessed’ water in bottles.
After lunch, check out from hotel and transfer to Lachung. Overnight stay at the Hotel / Homestay at Lachung.
After breakfast, excursion to Yumthang Valley – the valley full of Snow in winter and Rhododendron during May (11800ft/1.5Hrs), is the main attraction around. You can also visit Zero Point (at Extra Cost subject to Permit and Road Condition).
Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary – Spread over 43 sq km through which flows the Yumthang river, it adjoins Lachung and Yumthang. The Sanctuary which is known for its abundance of Rhododendron shrubs and trees is rich in ground flora and other vegetation as well.
Overnight at Gangtok.
After breakfast, check out and drive to NJP / Bagdogra for the return journey, and cherish your holiday forever.