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Sikkim 6N/7D North Sikkim Circuit (Lachen & Lachung)

Sikkim 6N/7D North Sikkim Circuit (Lachen & Lachung)

High-altitude Himalayan circuit covering Gurudongmar Lake and Yumthang Valley.

6N / 7D · Balanced pace · Starts from Bagdogra

Duration

7 Days / 6 Nights

Travel pace

Balanced

Starts from

Bagdogra

Ends at

Bagdogra

Day-wise itinerary

Structured flow with room for refinement.

Day 1 · Arrival Bagdogra – Transfer to Gangtok (Approx. 125 Kms / 4–5 Hrs)

Gangtok

~ 3 hrs planned
Arrival at Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Gangtok via NH10 along Teesta River. Distance approx. 125 Kms. Travel time 4–5 hours depending on road and traffic conditions. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Drive Transfer

Day 2 · Gangtok Local Sightseeing & Permit Processing (Approx. 20–25 Kms)

Gangtok

~ 4 hrs planned
After breakfast visit Directorate of Handicrafts, Enchey Monastery and Tashi View Point. Total drive approx. 20–25 Kms. North Sikkim permits processed (documents required: valid ID & photographs). Evening free at MG Marg. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Drive Transfer

Day 3 · Gangtok to Lachen (Approx. 120 Kms / 6–7 Hrs)

Lachen

~ 4 hrs planned
Early morning departure to Lachen. Distance approx. 120 Kms. Travel time 6–7 hours due to mountainous terrain and road conditions. En route stop at Seven Sisters Waterfalls and Chungthang confluence. Arrival at Lachen (approx. 8,800 ft altitude). Basic accommodation in mountain lodge. Overnight stay in Lachen.

Day 4 · Gurudongmar Lake Excursion – Transfer to Lachung (Approx. 180 Kms Total / 8–10 Hrs)

Lachung

~ 4 hrs planned
Early departure (4–5 AM) to Gurudongmar Lake (Approx. 65 Kms one way / 3–4 Hrs). Lake situated at approx. 17,800 ft altitude. Limited stop due to high altitude and low oxygen levels. Return to Lachen for breakfast and proceed to Lachung (Approx. 45 Kms / 2–3 Hrs). Total travel approx. 180 Kms across the day. Overnight stay in Lachung (approx. 8,600 ft altitude).

Day 5 · Yumthang Valley Excursion – Return to Gangtok (Approx. 160 Kms / 7–8 Hrs)

Gangtok

~ 4 hrs planned
After breakfast visit Yumthang Valley (Approx. 25 Kms / 1–1.5 Hrs one way). Valley situated at approx. 11,800 ft altitude. Optional visit to Zero Point (subject to weather & road conditions; direct payment). Return to Lachung for lunch and drive back to Gangtok (Approx. 110 Kms / 6–7 Hrs). Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Drive Transfer

Day 6 · Leisure Day in Gangtok

Gangtok

~ 3 hrs planned
Local Walk
Full day at leisure for rest after high-altitude travel. Optional ropeway ride or local market exploration. Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 7 · Gangtok to Bagdogra (Approx. 125 Kms / 4–5 Hrs)

Bagdogra

~ 4 hrs planned
After breakfast transfer to Bagdogra Airport. Distance approx. 125 Kms. Travel time 4–5 hours depending on road conditions. Tour concludes.

What’s included

Essential services for a seamless journey.

  • Hotel stay as per selected category.
  • Breakfast included each morning.
  • Pick-up and drop transfers included.
  • Fuel, toll & parking included.

What’s not included

Transparent exclusions to help you plan better.

  • Flights not included unless specified.
  • Meals, tips & personal purchases excluded.
Starting from
₹39,999 ₹36,999