9 Days Sikkim Tour Itinerary (Sketch):
Day 1: Arrival at Bagdogra.
- Day 2: Gangtok sightseeing
Day 3: Gangtok sightseeing with Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir, MG Marg evening.
Day 4: Drive from Gangtok to Lachung via waterfalls and mountain viewpoints.
Day 5: Explore Yumthang Valley and Zero Point, return to Lachung.
Day 6: Drive back from Lachung to Gangtok, rest and leisure.
Day 7: Gangtok to Pelling drive with Ravangla Buddha Park visit.
Day 8: Pelling sightseeing including monasteries, ruins, and sacred lake.
Day 9: Departure to Bagdogra/NJP with farewell.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Bagdogra or NJP to Gangtok
- Meet and greet at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) and drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
- In the evening, you can explore the local market for shopping and photography.
- Dinner and overnight in the Hotel.
Day 2: Gangtok Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, Visit places like Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir
- Return to Gangtok in the evening.
- Explore the MG Marg, a popular shopping and dining area.
Day 3: Gangtok to Lachung
- Check out from your Gangtok hotel.
- Drive to Lachen (about 6-7 hours).
- En route, visit Singhik View Point and Seven Sisters Waterfalls.
- Check-in at your Lachen hotel and relax for the night.
Day 4: Lachen to Gurudongmar Lake and Lachung
- Wake up early and leave for Gurudongmar Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world.
- Return to Lachen and have breakfast.
- Drive to Lachung (about 3-4 hours).
- Check-in at your Lachung hotel and relax.
Day 5: Yumthang Valley and Zero Point
- After breakfast, visit Yumthang Valley, known as the “Valley of Flowers.”
- Explore Zero Point (Yumesamdong) if the weather permits.
- Return to Lachung for the night.
Day 6: Lachung to Gangtok
- Check out from your Lachung hotel.
- Drive back to Gangtok (about 6-7 hours).
- Check-in at your Gangtok hotel and relax.
Day 7: Gangtok to Pelling
- Check out from your Gangtok hotel.
- Drive to Pelling (about 4-5 hours).
- En route, visit the Ravangla Buddha Park.
- Check-in at your Pelling hotel and relax for the night.
Day 8: Pelling Sightseeing
- After breakfast, explore Pelling’s attractions.
- Visit places like Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, and Khecheopalri Lake.
Day 9: Departure
- Check out from your hotel and drive to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) and farewell.
Tour Cost Includes:
- All meals [Breakfast & Dinner at Hotel, Lunch & Evening Tea at local tourist Restaurant].
- Accommodation [Double/Twin Sharing].
- All transports within state including airport transfers.
- English speaking Local guide.
- Sightseeing.
- Bottled water throughout the tour.
Tour Cost Excludes:
- Airline fares.
- Entry Fees for Museums/Monuments.
- Payments for service provided on a personal basis.
- Cost for any services not mentioned in the “Cost include head”.
- Cost incurred due to weather conditions, mishaps, strikes and political unrest.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, camera charges, incidentals, portage, bellboy charges tips or any other services.
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Please note that this itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customized based on your interests and the time of year you plan to visit. Also, consider that road conditions in Sikkim can sometimes be challenging, so be prepared for longer travel times, especially when traveling to North Sikkim.