Darjeeling to Gangtok, Lachen and Lachung Tour Package – 8 Days at Sikkim

This 7N/8D Himalayan journey covers the must-visit destinations of Darjeeling, Gangtok, Lachen, and Lachung—offering a perfect mix of nature, culture, and adventure.

Inclusions

• • Accommodation in standard/deluxe hotels (twin sharing)

  • Daily breakfast and dinner (Lachen & Lachung meals included)

  • All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle (point-to-point)

  • Permits and environmental fees wherever required

  • Pickup and drop from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport

  • Oxygen cylinder in North Sikkim (Lachen/Lachung)

  • Driver’s allowance, tolls, parking, and GST

  Exclusions

  • Flight/train fare

  • Nathula Pass visit (optional and chargeable)

  • Zero Point/Katao (to be arranged locally at extra cost)

• Flight/train fare

• Nathula Pass visit (optional and chargeable)

• Zero Point/Katao (to be arranged locally at extra cost)

• Lunch and snacks

• Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, tips, etc.

• Entry fees at monuments or parks

• Travel insurance and medical emergencies

• Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

• Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport)

• Warm woollen clothes, gloves, thermals, caps, and jackets (especially for Lachen & Lachung)

• Good quality walking shoes/boots

• Water bottles, dry snacks, and energy bars

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, moisturizer, and lip balm

• Personal medicines, altitude sickness tablets

• Camera, torch, power bank, and extra batteries

• Scenic drive to Darjeeling (approx. 3-4 hours)

• En route views of lush tea gardens and Himalayan foothills

• Check-in and leisure evening in Darjeeling

• Early morning visit to Tiger Hill for sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga

• Explore Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, and Tea Garden

• Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Zoological Park

• Drive to Gangtok through scenic valleys (approx. 4-5 hours)

• En route views of rivers and local villages

• Check-in and evening leisure at MG Marg in Gangtok

• Excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir

• Optional visit to Nathula Pass (extra cost, subject to permit)

• Return to Gangtok, visit Handicraft Centre or relax

• Journey to Lachen via Seven Sisters Waterfalls and Chungthang

• Scenic drive along Teesta River and mountain roads

• Arrival and overnight stay in peaceful Lachen

• Early morning visit to Gurudongmar Lake (17,800 ft)

• Return to Lachen, then transfer to Lachung via Chopta Valley

• Overnight stay at Lachung surrounded by alpine scenery

• Visit Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers

• Optional: Visit Zero Point or Katao (extra cost, subject to access)

• Return to Gangtok for overnight stay

• Breakfast and checkout

• Drive back to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport

• Tour ends with unforgettable mountain memories