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Tour in Sikkim makes suitable combination with a short trek and cultural tour of Sikkim and Darjeeling. You can extend the tour to Nepal or travel by train to Delhi to visit Dharmasala, the Dalai Lama’s place.
Tours in Sikkim:
North Sikkim is center of Sikkim tourism. It is called as the flower valley, replete with 500 waterfalls, hot springs, glaciers,  and the majestic snow covered Himalayas. All these make North Sikkim a heaven in earth. A typical North Sikkim tour starts from Gangtok then via Kabi Lungtsok 23km, Phodong 40km, Mangan 67km, Singhik 72km, Chungthang 98km, Lachung 117km to 141km away flower valley Yumthang. On the way lies Singhba Rhododendron Sanctuary and Kanchandzonga National Park. Gangtok road link with Mangan via Phodong and going still 5km further to Singhik. Indians are free to move up to Tung bridge via Mangan-Shinghik, but beyond north of Tung restricted area and special permit is required.
Yumthang, at the height of 11,800 ft. & 140kms from Gangtok, is a paradise for nature lovers with a fascinating blend of flora & fauna and breathtaking scenic grandeur. Yumthang is a vast expanse of colorful grass-carpet to the horizon Covered with rhododendron shrubs and trees, the entire valley erupts into a riot of colors in May. A little ahead on the right crossing the Chu over the wooden bridge is Sachu or hot spring. It contains sulphur-water. It is popular for its curative and healing power. In May-June 33 varieties of rhododendrons work unitedly with alpine flowers paint and help flourish & color Yumthang. Yaks grazing over snow white Himalayas and breathe in the fragrance of flowers from a distance. For the Yumthang tour, March-June, Sept-Dec (beginning) is the ideal season. As the China Border is nearby the whole area is sensitive and under military control. Foreigners are required to get RAP to visit the area. Photo graphing is prohibited. You should deposit your camera at a military check post 1km away from Lachung on the way to Yumthang.
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- 9 Night/ 10 days Chopta Valley Tour
- 7 Nights/ 8 days Yumthang Tour
- 3 Nights/ 4 days Chopta & Yumthang Tour
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9 Night/ 10 days Chopta Valley Tour
Brief Itinerary:
01: New Jalpaiguri/Bagdogra – Gangtok
02: Gangtok 7 point sightseeing.
03: Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake – back to Gangtok.
04: Gangtok – Lachen
05: Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake/Chopta Valley – back to Lachen.
06: Lachen – Lachung
07: Lachung – Yumthang – back to Lachung.
08 : Lachung – Gangtok.
09 : Gangtok – Rest/Shopping
10: Gangtok – New Jalpaiguri/Bagdogra
Season: March, April, May, Oct, Nov & Dec
Grading: Easy **
Maximum Altitude: 3500m
Group size requires: minimum 2 persons
Lodging: Hotel accommodation
Climate: Great climate
Activities: Sightseeing w/tour guide by Jeep
Drive in and out of Silguri (10-day tour)
Cost Include:
Hotel accommodation, 3 course meals, Sightseeing according to program, Ground transportation, all the necessary travel permits & local entry fees, 1 local English speaking guide.
Cost Exclude:
Indian visa, personal clothing and equipments, sleeping bag, single supplement, International Airfare, Excess baggage, personal insurance & medical, emergency evacuation, hard & soft beverages, Laundry & Tips
7 Nights/ 8 days Yumthang Tour
Brief Itinerary:
01: New Jalpaiguri/Bagdogra – Gangtok.
02: Gangtok 7 point sightseeing.
03: Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake – back to Gangtok.
04: Gangtok – Lachung.
05: Lachung – Yumthang – back to Lachung.
06: Lachung – Gangtok
07: Gangtok – Rest/Shopping.
08: Gangtok – New Jalpaiguri/Bagdogra tour concludes.
Season: March, April, May, Oct, Nov & Dec
Grading: Easy **
Maximum Altitude: 3500m
Group size requires: minimum 2 persons
Lodging: Hotel accommodation
Climate: Great climate
Activities: Sightseeing w/tour guide by Jeep
Drive in and out of Silguri (8-day tour)
Cost Include:
Hotel accommodation, 3 course meals, Sightseeing according to program, Ground transportation, All the necessary travel permits & local entry fees, 1 local English speaking guide.
Cost Exclude:
Indian visa, personal clothing and equipments, sleeping bag, single supplement, International Airfare, Excess baggage, personal insurance & medical, emergency evacuation, hard & soft beverages, Laundry & Tips
3 Nights/ 4 days Chopta & Yumthang Tour
Day 01: Tour starts from Bagdogra.Pick up from their hotels at 10 am. Drive to Lachen (120km). On the way stop for sightseeing spots like Tashi View Point, Kabi Lungtsok, Naga Waterfall, and the Confluence of Lachen Chu & Lachung Chu at Chungthang. Lunch will be served at Namok a Wayside Inn. The whole journey takes about 6-7 hours. By evening you will reach Lachen & your trip for the first day ends.
Day 02: After breakfast leave for Thangu & Chopta Valley. Thangu valley occupies a very broad valley at the function of the Thangu Chu, Chopta Chu & Lassur Chu. It is situated at an altitude of 14000ft. Both the valley erupts riots of colors in the month of June & July. In the
month of Dec/Jan you can play in the snow or even walk across the meandering frozen Chopta Rivers. Leave Chopta valley and move to Lachen for lunch. After lunch move to Lachung seeing some beautiful waterfalls like Twin Waterfalls & Bhim Nala Waterfalls. After reaching Lachung check in at our resort (SNOWLION MOUNTAIN RESORT) one of the best resort in the North Sikkim. Night halt in Lachung.
Day 03: After breakfast leave for Yumthang (The Ultimate Paradise). Lush green valleys & high peaked mountains all around you. In April/May/June the valley is struck by the riot of colors with Rhododendron, Alpine & Primula flowers. Yumthang is renowned for its Hot Spring which is rich in sulphur. In Nov/Dec/Jan you can enjoy the scenic & panoramic views of the valleys & surrounding mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks. Leave Yumthang and move to Lachung for lunch at 2 pm. After lunch visit Lachung Monastery, Cottage Industry & Waterfall. Night halt at Lachung
Day 04: The breakfast will be served as usual. After breakfast leave for Gangtok. On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik. Lunch will be served at same hotel at Namok. After lunch visit Phodong Monastery on the way to Gangtok Reach Gangtok.
Season: March, April, May, Oct, Nov & Dec
Grading: Pleasure & non **
Maximum Altitude: 3500m
Group size requires: minimum 2 persons
Lodging: Hotel & Resorts
Area: North Sikkim
Climate: Great climate
Activities: Sightseeing w/tour guide by Jeep
Drive in and out of Silguri (4-day tour)
Cost Include:
Hotel accommodation, 3 course meals, Sightseeing according to program, Ground transportation, all the necessary travel permits & local entry fees, 1 local English speaking guide.
Cost Exclude:
Indian visa, personal clothing and equipments, sleeping bag, single supplement, International Airfare, Excess baggage, personal insurance & medical, emergency evacuation, hard & soft beverages, Laundry & Tips.
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- 9 Night/ 10 days Chopta Valley Tour
- 7 Nights/ 8 days Yumthang Tour
- 3 Nights/ 4 days Chopta & Yumthang Tour
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