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Sikkim 8N/9D Grand Sikkim Explorer

Sikkim 8N/9D Grand Sikkim Explorer

Extended Himalayan journey covering Gangtok, Pelling and North Sikkim circuit.

8N / 9D · Balanced pace · Starts from Bagdogra

Duration

9 Days / 8 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

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

Day 2 · Tsomgo Lake & Optional Nathula (Approx. 40 Kms One Way / 2–3 Hrs)

Gangtok

~ 4 hrs planned
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake situated at approx. 12,400 ft altitude (Approx. 40 Kms / 2–3 Hrs one way). Optional Nathula Pass visit (permit required; closed Mon/Tue; direct payment; subject to army clearance). Return to Gangtok by evening. Overnight stay.

Day 3 · Gangtok to Pelling (Approx. 120 Kms / 5–6 Hrs)

Pelling

~ 4 hrs planned
Drive to Pelling via scenic mountain roads. Distance approx. 120 Kms. Travel time 5–6 hours depending on terrain and weather. On arrival check-in at hotel. Overnight stay in Pelling.
Drive Transfer

Day 4 · Pelling Sightseeing (Approx. 30–40 Kms Total Drive)

Pelling

~ 4 hrs planned
Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins and Chenrezig Sky Walk. Total local sightseeing drive approx. 30–40 Kms. Clear weather offers panoramic Kanchenjunga views. Overnight stay.
Drive Transfer

Day 5 · Pelling to Gangtok (Approx. 120 Kms / 5–6 Hrs)

Gangtok

~ 3 hrs planned
Drive back to Gangtok. Distance approx. 120 Kms. Travel time 5–6 hours via mountain roads. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay.
Drive Transfer

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

Lachen

~ 4 hrs planned
Early departure to Lachen. Distance approx. 120 Kms. Travel time 6–7 hours through mountainous terrain. En route visit Seven Sisters Waterfall and Chungthang confluence. Arrival at Lachen (approx. 8,800 ft). Overnight stay in basic mountain lodge.

Day 7 · Gurudongmar Lake – Transfer to Lachung (Approx. 180 Kms / 8–10 Hrs)

Lachung

~ 4 hrs planned
Early morning drive to Gurudongmar Lake (Approx. 65 Kms one way / 3–4 Hrs; altitude approx. 17,800 ft). Limited stop due to low oxygen levels. Return to Lachen and proceed to Lachung (Approx. 45 Kms / 2–3 Hrs). Total travel approx. 180 Kms during the day. Overnight stay in Lachung.
Drive Transfer

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

Gangtok

~ 4 hrs planned
Visit Yumthang Valley (Approx. 25 Kms / 1–1.5 Hrs one way; altitude approx. 11,800 ft). Optional Zero Point extension (direct payment; subject to weather and road condition). Return to Gangtok (Approx. 110 Kms / 6–7 Hrs). Overnight stay.

Day 9 · 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
₹54,999 ₹51,999