SIKKIM : starting from INR 45600 Per Person
- 9 Nights 10 Days
Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders Tibet in the north and northeast, Bhutan in the east, Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also located close to India’s Siliguri Corridor near Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second smallest among the Indian states. A part of the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third highest on Earth.
Sikkim’s capital and largest city is Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by the Khangchendzonga National Park. The Kingdom of Sikkim was founded by the Namgyal dynasty in the 17th century. It was ruled by a Buddhist priest-king known as the Chogyal. It became a princely state of British India in 1890. After 1947, Sikkim continued its protectorate status with the Republic of India.
The official languages of the state are English, Nepali, Sikkimese and Lepcha. Additional official languages include Gurung, Limbu, Magar, Mukhia, Newari, Rai, Sherpa and Tamang for the purpose of preservation of culture and tradition in the state.
Cities: Gangtok (2N), Lachung (2N), Gangtok (1N), Pelling (2N), Darjeeling (2N)
Departure & Return Location
Njp Railway Station / (Ixb) Bagdogra Airport
Price Includes
- Meet & Greet upon arrival at Airport / NJP Station
- Accommodation as Per Package Category
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner. ( Only in Yarlam Resort , lunch is included )
- All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by selected vehicle as per the tour itinerary.
- All vehicles on point-to-point basis only
- Vehicle will not be on disposal & will be available as per itinerary
- AC will not operate in Hills
- Hotel Luxury Taxes.
Price Excludes
- 5% GST Extra
- Air fare.
- Any meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes’.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc
- Any other item not specified in ‘cost includes’.
- Guide & Any Sports Activities Charges.
- Many hotels charge for Room heaters which is payable directly at the hotel
- Personal expenses like Travel Insurance, bottled water, laundry, phone calls, camera charges, room heaters etc.
- Meals other than mentioned above.
- Cost for optional tours, Up–Gradation Charges.
- Cost for extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
- Adventure activities like ropeway, rafting, boating etc. are NOT included in the package cost.
Package Highlights:
Revel in the beauty of Tsomgo Lake
Witness The Hues Of Sunset from Tashi View Point
Find a variety of breath-taking Himalayan flowers at Yumthang Valley
Green Lake will completely invigorate your senses
Stroll On The Mall Road
Buy Some Woolens from Bhutia Market
Experience Sikkimese Hospitality at Darap Cherny Village
Wish for luck at Khecheopalri Lake
Flight & Transport:
All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by selected vehicle as per the tour itinerary.
Accommodation:
2 Night(s) in Gangtok at Tamarind Residency/ Tashiling Residency or similar
2 Night(s) in Lachung at Etho Metho Hotel By Rightclique/ Himalayan Residency Boutique or similar
1 Night(s) in Gangtok at Tamarind Residency/ Tashiling Residency or similar
2 Night(s) in Pelling at The Aryan Regency/ Norbu Ghang Resort or similar
2 Night(s) in Darjeeling at Himalayan Residency Premium/ Sumi Yashshree Suites and Spa, Darjeeling or similar
Sightseeting:
Gangtok, India
Research institute of tibetology
Directorate of handicraft and handloom – Preserving art and craft of Sikkim
Tibetology & Flower Show
Lachung, India
Zero Point
Pelling, India
Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk
Rimbi Water falls
Khecheopalri Lake
Darjeeling, India
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Tenzing & Gombu Rock
Optional:
Nathula Pass (At Optional) – (See Description)
Enjoy Paragliding near Gangtok – (See Description)
ATV Ride In Tashiview point Gangtok – (See Description)
Farm Stay In Gangtok – (See Description)
Payment Policy:
Initial deposit – Rs.25, 000/- per person to confirm you’re booking with us.
100% payment to be made at least 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy:
45 days or more prior to the departure Rs.10000
45-30 days prior to the departure 25% of the tour cost
30-15 days prior to the departure 50% of the tour cost
15-07 days prior to the departure 100% of the tour cost Or a “No Show” on the tour 100% of the tour cost
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Itinerary
Arrival Njp Railway Station / (Ixb) Bagdogra Airport - Gangtok
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (413 Ft / 126 Mts) will be met by our office Executive who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650 Mts, 130 Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs). Check in and over night at Hotel.
Gangtok - Tshangu Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion
NRI, OCI, PIO Card holder & Foreign National are not allowed to visit Baba Mandir&Nathula Pass. They are allowed to visit till Tshangu Lake, with a valid permit. They also have to be 02 & above in number to visit Tshangu Lake. For further details, click onENTRY FORMALITY & DOCUMENT REQUIREMENT. For Tshangu Lake &Nathula Pass there is no refund, after the permit is confirmed by Sikkim Tourism, due to whatsoever reason (Land slide, Heavy rain fall, VIP Movement, Health issue etc).
After breakfast, in the morning, start for excursion to TshanguLake (12400 Ft / 3780 Mts / 43 Kms in 03 Hrs one way from Gangtok) & Baba Mandir (13100 Ft / 3994 Mts / 16 Kms in 01 Hrs one way from Tshangu Lake. Situated at a height of 12400 Ft / 3780 Mts / 43 Kms in 03 Hrs one way, with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Back to Gangtok and Overnight at Hotel. (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided)
OPTIONAL NATHULA
One can opt for Nathula Excursion by paying a supplement cost.
Gangtok - Lachung
NRI, OCI, PIO Card holder & Foreign National will be allowed to visit Lachung, Yumthang&Yumesamdong, with a valid permit. They also have to be 02 & above in number. For Lachung&Lachen there is no refund after the booking is confirmed whatsoever.
Pick from Gangtok Hotel and transfer to Lachung (8000 Ft / 2439 Mts, 124 Kms / 05 ½ to 06 ½ Hrs). On the way visit Tashi view point, Seven sister’s water fall ((Subjected the vehicle take the normal route. This sightseeing points are included on complimentary basis & in case of diversions these points will be missed. There will be no refund in such case)). Overnight at Hotel.
Lachung - Yumthang Excursion
Early morning proceed on a half day excursion to Yumthang Valley (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ hours one way).Visit to Yumthang Valley is a day excursion from Lachung, which is an attraction for tourist visiting this region. The colorful Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary bloom between April to June. The soaring snow-capped peaks and herds of wandering yaks make this a Himalayan paradise. The valley is also known for its Hot spring. Although the water is quite dirty, many locals from the area visit to get themselves soaked & cured as believed. Overnight at Hotel.
Optional Yumesamdong known as (Zero point)(15300 Ft / 4665 Mts, 24 Kms / 1.5 to 02 Hrs from Yumthang one way)
Yumesamdong excursion can be availed by paying a supplement cost of INR 3500.00 per vehicle.Yumesamdong located beyond Yumthang.The journey from Yumthang trudges up through the rugged mountain road. The aroma of sweet fragrance of Ezilia permeates the air. Ezilia is a plant used by the inhabitant to manufacture incense sticks.
Lachung - Gangtok
After breakfast transfer to Gangtok(5412 Ft / 1650 Mts / 124 Kms / 05 ½ to 06 ½ Hrs). Overnight at Hotel.
Gangtok - Pelling
Morning Go for a half day (04 hrs) sightseeing covering Jhakri Water Falls along with Do-rulChhorten, Research Institute of Tibetology(Closed on Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays) and Flower Show. Afternoon transfer to Pelling(5500 Ft / 1675 Mts,116 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs). Overnight at Hotel.
Note : If the sightseeing points like Research Institute of Tibetology& Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom are falling on Sunday, 02nd Saturday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays then we will include Nam Nang View Point and Enchey Monastery as an alternative sightseeing
Pelling
After breakfast we proceed for Pelling sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery, Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk. After early Lunch proceed for sightseeing of Rimbi Water fall, Khecheopalri Lake (6000 Ft / 1829 Mts)&Kanchanjunga Water fall. Overnight at Hotel.
Pelling - Darjeeling
After breakfast transfer to Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts, 125 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs.). Overnight at Hotel.
Darjeeling
Early morning tour to Tiger Hills (8482 Ft / 2586 Mts at around 04:00 AM) to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast go for a half-day sightseeing of Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Tenzing&Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays),& panoramic view of Tea Estate. Overnight at Hotel.
Note: If the sightseeing points like Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Zoological Park falling on Thursday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays then we will include Dali Monastery and Ava Art gallery as an alternative sightseeing.
If the sightseeing point like Tibetan Refugee Centre falling on Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays then we will include Ava Art gallery as an alternative sightseeing.
Darjeeling - Njp Railway Station / (Ixb) Bagdogra Airport
Transfer to NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (413 Ft / 126 Mts, 100 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs) for onwards connection.
Optional via Mirik – Drive via Mirik can be availed by paying a supplement cost of INR 1500.00 per vehicle.
