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While many take short trips to Sikkim, or combine it with Darjeeling or Kalimpong, the beauty of Sikkim can be explored in a long exclusive trip. Zikation has curated Splendid Sikkim Tour that covers most of the incredibly beautiful places in Sikkim that can be covered in 10 days.

Itinerary of Sikkim Tour

Day 1: Arrive Siliguri / Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri – Namchi – Ravangla

We start an amazing trip by arriving at Siliguri early in the day. The nearest airport is Bagdogra, and railway station in New Jalpaiguri. After arrival, we drive to Namchi (3 hours). Namchi is popular for Char Dham Temple, which has a replica of all the for Dhams of India (Badrinath, Puri, Dwaraka and Rameshwaram). In addition to this, it also has replica of the 12 Jyotirlings of India. The beautiful Char Dham Temple is surrounded by natural beauty of the mountains around. Later in the day, we will visit Samdruptse. This beautiful hill has a huge statue of Guru Padmasambhava, over looking the valley of Namchi. Later we drive to Ravangla, check-in to a homestay and relax for the night.

Day 2: Ravangla – Pelling

Ravangla is popular for Buddha Park. The early morning views of Buddha Park with the backdrop of Kanchenjunga mountain ranges is one of the highlights of this place. The early morning sun rays illuminates the snow clad Kanchenjunga ranges, as well as brightens the huge statue of Buddha. We will visit Buddha Pak early in the morning. Later we will drive to Rabdentse where we will enjoy the views of beautiful mountain ranges and visit the ruins of ernstwhile palaces of Kingdom of Sikkim. These palaces were build during early 16th Century, but were destroyed later. We will later drive to Pelling, check-in to a hotel/homestay and relax. In the evening, we will visit the first Glass Bottom Skywalk of India. Witnessing the sunset from here, along with visiting the statue of Sangachuling and the views of Kanchenjunga ranges makes it a perfect evening.

Day 3: Pelling

Today we will start our day by witnessing beautiful sunrise from the helipad. Later in the day, we will explore the beautiful places in and around Pelling. Kanchenjunga Falls, Kechopalri Lake, Rimbi Falls are some of the places that are covered today.

Day 4: Pelling – Gangtok

Today, we leave the beautiful Pelling, and move to the capital city Gangtok. On the way, we will visit Temi Tea Gardens. In the evening, we will explore the town of Gangtok.

Day 5: Gangtok – Lachen

Today we start our drive towards North Sikkim. The beautiful drive to Lachen passes through several waterfalls, views of Kanchenjunga ranges, awesome landscapes around River Teesta, and amazing snow clad mountain ranges in Lachen. Later in the evening, we will checkin to a hotel/homestay and relax

Day 6: Lachen – Gurudongmar Lake – Lachung

We start our day early to visit the highest lake in the mountains, Gurudongmar Lake. The high altitude lake is situated at a height of 18000 ft above sea level. The place is just magical, with blue waters and dry barren mountains surrounding the lake. After spending ample time at this stunning lake, we will drive back towards Lachen for lunch. Later, we will drive to Lachung, for yet another exciting day at North Sikkim.

Day 7: Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Zero Point – Lachung

Today we will visit Yumthang Valley. This valley is stunningly beautiful with tall mountains on all sides, and peacefully flowing Lachung River in between. You can also visit Natural Hot Springs here. During the flowering season, you can witness the valley filled with rhododendron flowers, adding more colours to the valley. Zero Point is located at an altitude of over 16000 ft above sea level, and is close to the starting point of River Lachung. This is yet another stunning place, and if you visit at the right time, you get to play with lot of snow! After an exciting day, we will drive back to Lachung and relax.

Day 8: Lachung – Gangtok

Today, we will drive back to Gangtok. Later in the day, we will visit some popular places in Gangtok like Do Drul Chorten, Hanumal Tok, Ganesh Tok, Llasa falls, Tashi View point and other places.

Day 9: Gangtok – Tsongmo Lake – Nathula Pass – Zuluk

We will visit yet another high altitude destination today. Tsongmo Lake or Changu Lake is located at an altitude of 11000 ft above sea level. This beautiful lake looks different from different view points and cannot fail to impress with each view. Later, we will drive to Nathula Pass, which is located at 14000 ft above sea level. This pass is the trading border between India and China. You can go close to the border, and watch the gates of India and China. Later, we will drive further along the old Silk Route, and reach Zuluk. Check-in to a homestay and relax.

Day 10: Zuluk – Siliguri

Today is the last day of this trip of lifetime. From the amazing Zuluk, we will drop you to New Jalpaiguri railway station or Bagdogra airport. That brings an end to this awesome Sikkim Tour that you always wanted to take. Have a nice trip!

Which Sikkim Tour Package to book?

If you look for Sikkim packages, you will find so many itineraries that you will get confused. There are tours that starts from 3-4 days that covers only a subset of these places. If you are from a city that is closer to Sikkim, and can take multiple trips, then you can book one of the shorter trips. However, if you are thinking of visiting Sikkim to cover all the popular places, then it would take time. It is better to cover all the places in one shot than travelling there multiple times.