Darjeeling, Gangtok & Lachung Yumthang

Day 1: NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport – Darjeeling

On arrival at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB), our representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to Darjeeling. En route, visit Mirik Lake and the Nepal Border. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 2: Darjeeling Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursdays), Tenzing and Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (closed on Sundays), Darjeeling Ropeway, Lebong Race Course and a tea estate. In the afternoon, visit Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Lake. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 3: Darjeeling – Gangtok

Early in the morning, around 4:00 AM, visit Tiger Hill to enjoy the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga range, subject to clear weather. On the way back, visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast, transfer to Gangtok. Later, enjoy sightseeing covering the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Orchid Sanctuary and Rumtek Monastery. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 4: Gangtok – Lachung

At around 10:00 AM, depart from Gangtok for Lachung, approximately 115 km away at an altitude of 8,600 feet. En route, visit Tashi Viewpoint, Kabi Lungstok, Naga Waterfalls, the confluence of the Lachen Chu and Lachung Chu at Chungthang, Twin Waterfalls and Bhim Nala Waterfalls. Lunch will be served at Namok. Arrive in Lachung in the late afternoon or evening and check in to your hotel.

Day 5: Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Lachung

After breakfast, proceed to Yumthang Valley, located at approximately 11,800 feet. En route, you may visit the famous hot spring. Surrounded by mountains, Yumthang Valley is known for its colourful alpine flowers, particularly during April, May and June. In winter, the valley may offer beautiful snow-covered landscapes. Return to Lachung for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Lachung Monastery, the Cottage Industry and nearby waterfalls. Dinner will be served at around 8:00 PM. Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 6: Lachung – Gangtok

After breakfast, depart for Gangtok. En route, stop around Singhik and Mangan. If the weather is clear, enjoy scenic views of the Khangchendzonga range and surrounding peaks, including Mount Pandim, Mount Kabru, Mount Simvo, Mount Jopuno and Mount Siniolchu. After lunch at Namok, visit Phodong Monastery before continuing to Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 7: Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir

After breakfast, proceed for a morning excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir. Located at approximately 12,400 feet, Tsomgo Lake is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings before returning to Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 8: Gangtok – NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB) for your onward journey. Your Darjeeling, Gangtok and Lachung–Yumthang tour concludes with wonderful memories of the Eastern Himalayas.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in hotels in Darjeeling, Gangtok and Lachung as per the itinerary.
• Daily breakfast at the hotels.
• Meals in Lachung as per the package itinerary.
• Transportation for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
• Pickup from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
• Drop-off at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
• Sightseeing tours in Darjeeling, Gangtok, Lachung and Yumthang Valley as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Excursion to Yumthang Valley as per the itinerary and subject to road conditions and permit approval.
• Driver allowance, fuel charges and applicable parking fees as per the package terms.
• Required North Sikkim permits, if specifically included in the package.

Exclusions

• Airfare or train tickets to and from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.
• Lunch, except where specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips and beverages.
• Entry fees, camera fees and activity charges not mentioned in the inclusions.
• Additional costs due to landslides, road closures, snowfall, bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Additional expenses arising from changes to the itinerary or delays beyond the tour operator's control.
• Travel insurance and medical expenses.
• Permit charges for restricted areas, if not specifically included in the package.
• Charges for optional excursions, local sightseeing vehicles or special vehicles, if not included in the package.
• Additional costs for snow activities, yak rides or other optional activities.
• Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.