Offbeat Sikkim Darjeeling Expedition: Silk Route, Pelling & North Sikkim
India10 days - 9 nightMax 12 persons
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Itinerary
Day 1: Bagdogra/NJP → Gangtok
Your Himalayan escape begins as you arrive at Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. Meet your driver and travel towards Gangtok, surrounded by lush hills and winding mountain roads.
Day 2: Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir & Nathula Pass
Head out for an exciting excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir. Nathula Pass can be added optionally, subject to permit and vehicle availability.
Day 3: Gangtok → Lachen
Leave Gangtok behind and drive towards Lachen, travelling through Mangan and Chungthang. The landscape gets more dramatic as you move deeper into North Sikkim.
Day 4: Lachen → Lachung via Gurudongmar Lake
Today's highlight is one of North Sikkim's most spectacular high-altitude experiences — Gurudongmar Lake. After the excursion, continue towards Lachung.
Day 5: Yumthang Valley
Explore the gorgeous Yumthang Valley, surrounded by mountains and changing landscapes. You can also opt for a visit to Zero Point, subject to applicable vehicle and permit charges.
Day 6: Lachung → Gangtok
Travel back towards Gangtok and enjoy some well-earned leisure time. Keep the evening slow — explore locally, grab some food or simply relax.
Day 7: Gangtok → Zuluk
Time to take the road less travelled. Head towards Zuluk, a beautiful Himalayan settlement located along the historic Old Silk Route.
Day 8: Zuluk → Pelling
Continue towards Pelling in West Sikkim. Swap the winding Silk Route landscapes for the peaceful mountain scenery of western Sikkim.
Day 9: Pelling → Darjeeling
Enjoy half-day sightseeing in Pelling and visit the famous Pelling Skywalk before heading towards Darjeeling.
Day 10: Darjeeling → Bagdogra/NJP & Departure
Your Himalayan journey comes to an end. After breakfast, transfer towards Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station for your onward journey.
Description
One Trip. Three Sides of Sikkim. One Epic Himalayan Story. This 10-day Sikkim & Darjeeling expedition takes you way beyond the usual Gangtok itinerary — from the turquoise beauty of Tsomgo Lake and high-altitude landscapes of North Sikkim to the remote charm of Zuluk's Old Silk Route, the peaceful mountains of Pelling and finally the timeless vibes of Darjeeling.
Included
9 nights' accommodation on sharing basis (3 nights Gangtok, 1 night Zuluk, 1 night Lachen, 2 nights Lachung, 1 night Pelling, 1 night Darjeeling)
Breakfast from Day 2 to Day 10
Dinner in Lachen, Lachung and Zuluk
Private vehicle throughout the itinerary
SUV for North Sikkim
Airport/Railway Station pickup and drop
Driver charges
Permits
Tolls
Fuel and parking charges
Pelling Skywalk transfer
Excluded
5% GST, applicable extra
Vehicle and permit charges for Nathula Pass
Vehicle and permit charges for Zero Point
Airfares/Train Tickets
Alcoholic drinks and other beverages
Mineral water and meals/refreshments not mentioned
Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and shopping
Monument/monastery entry fees and camera charges
Any costs caused by landslides, roadblocks or other natural circumstances beyond control
Anything not specifically mentioned under Included
From North Sikkim's high-altitude lakes to Zuluk's Old Silk Route and Darjeeling's mountain charm — this is Sikkim beyond the usual.
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Pricing
Per person
On Request/adult
Duration
10D / 9N
From North Sikkim's high-altitude lakes to Zuluk's Old Silk Route and Darjeeling's mountain charm — this is Sikkim beyond the usual.