5D/4N Gangtok Yumthang And Lachung Tour

Itinerary: Gangtok – Lachung – Yumthang Valley

Duration: 4 Nights & 5 Days

Start/End Point: NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport

Embark on a captivating journey spanning 4 nights and 5 days, commencing and culminating at the NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. Traverse through the picturesque landscapes from Gangtok to Lachung and Yumthang Valley, immersing yourself in the natural wonders of Sikkim.

Day 1: Arrival in Gangtok

• Arrival: Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station, you’ll be transferred to Gangtok.
• Scenic Views: Don’t miss the picturesque views of the mighty Teesta River during the journey.
• Check-in: Upon reaching Gangtok, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
• MG Marg: In the evening, explore MG Marg in Gangtok, where you can collect souvenirs and savor authentic Sikkimese cuisine.
• Overnight Stay: Rest at your hotel in Gangtok.

Day 2: Gangtok Excursion Tour

• Breakfast: Start your day with a tasty breakfast.
• Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake): Visit the famous glaciated lake, Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake), known for its changing colors. Buddhist monks used to predict the future based on these color changes.
• Baba Mandir: Explore the shrine of Baba Mandir, believed to protect soldiers in the inhospitable high-altitude terrain of the Eastern Himalayas.
• Nathula Pass: Optionally, visit Nathula Pass (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) at an additional cost. It’s a crucial pass on the India-China border.
• Overnight Stay: Return to Gangtok for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Drive to Lachung

• Breakfast: Enjoy a beautiful morning in the mountains and have a delicious breakfast.
• Transfer to Lachung: Board your transfers to Lachung, one of the prettiest settlements in Sikkim.
• Chungthang Town: En route, pass through Chungthang town near Kanchenjunga National Park. Witness the confluence of the Lachen Chu and Lachung Chu rivers.
• Waterfalls: Admire small waterfalls along the North Sikkim Highway, including Bhim Nala Waterfalls.
• Holy Rock: If time permits, stop at the holy rock in Chungthang, bearing Guru Padmasambhava’s footprint.
• Dinner and Overnight Stay: Reach Lachung and enjoy dinner. Stay overnight in Lachung.

Day 4: Yumthang Valley – Sikkim’s Valley of Flowers

• Breakfast: Wake up early and have breakfast.
• Yumthang Valley: Explore Sikkim’s Valley of Flowers, Yumthang Valley, located at an elevation of 11,800 ft. Marvel at colorful primula, rhododendron, and alpine flowers.
• Hot Springs: On the way back, visit the Hot Springs of Yumthang Valley, known for their medicinal properties.
• Lunch in Lachung: Return to Lachung for lunch.
• Return to Gangtok: Start your transfer back to Gangtok. Check in to your hotel upon arrival.
• Overnight Stay: Rest at your hotel in Gangtok.

Day 5: Departure

• Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast.
• Check-out: Check out from your hotel.
• Transfer to NJP Station/Bagdogra Airport: Board your vehicle to reach NJP Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
• Goodbye with Memories: Your tour concludes as you head back home with wonderful memories.

• Breakfast provided daily from Day 2 to the last day as per the itinerary.
• All meals served at Lachung.
• Vehicle provided will be either a hatchback or SUV, depending on the group size.
• Accommodation arranged in standard hotels, with customization possible upon request.
• Permits, tolls, fuel charges, and parking fees included in the package.
• Driver allowances covered.
• Highly experienced drivers ensured for safe travel.

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