It is impossible to understand Sikkim without reaching the traditional villages and high-altitude lakes that constitute the ecosystem of the locals. If that is exactly what you want to experience, we have brought to you the perfect 6-day Sikkim itinerary that covers all the major offbeat destinations of this tiny pocket of Paradise!!
Read MoreThe queen of them all is of course Gangtok, a city flourishing in splendid nightlife, historic tourist destinations, orange orchards etc that is packed in our Sikkim Tour Package for 6 Days. After visiting Tashi Perspective, Ganesh Tok and Flower Exhibition Centre, if you get time, catch a cab and reach Rumtek Monastery! Also, don't forget to spend the night at MG Marg exploring cafes and selecting the best souvenirs for yourself and your loved ones.
Tsomgo Lake is close to Gangtok, a high altitude Lake towards the Bhutan border that remains partially frozen almost throughout the year. The banks are covered in snow and you will find several locals standing there with decorated yaks that you can ride and take pictures with making one of the awesome things during the 6 Days Sikkim Trip. A drive towards the Bhutan border for about 12 km will bring you to a patriotic destination known as Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. We are leaving it to you to explore the thrilling story of this place!
Our first stop towards the north will be Lachen, a small river bank village that offers breathtaking views of Kanchenjunga, traditional yak herding and unique Bhutia culture. It provides easy access to Gurudongmar Lake which adds more charm to your Sikkim Tour Package.
Indeed, Gurudongmar Lake is one of the most sacred lakes in India. It is also one of the highest-situated tourist locations in the country, and we must be careful because many visitors can face difficulty breathing when they are here. Additionally, your drive to this place will bring you given the Chopta Valley, which features rare and dry alpine flora, vibrant rhododendrons, and unparalleled views of the highest Himalayan peaks.
Following this, the 6-day Sikkim Sightseeing Tour takes our tourists to the small mountain village of Lachung, which indeed has hypnotic beauty to boast of - along with the ancient Lachung Monastery, no doubt! It is situated close to the Yumthang Valley of Flowers, Yumthang Valley's flowers captivate tourists through all 5 senses - with vibrant colors, fragrant scents, soft petals rustling sounds and stunning vistas.
Start your 6-day holiday in Sikkim by arriving at NJP railway station or Bagdogra Airport and receiving a pickup and drive to Gangtok. Reach Gangtok after a pleasurable 6-hour drive and enjoy the evening in the city. Visit popular tourist spots like Tashi Perspective, Handicraft Centre, and Ganesh Tok.
Start towards Nathula Pass in the morning and reach Tsomgo Lake. After spending a few hours here clicking pictures on the snow and with yaks, reach Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, a further 12 km towards the Bhutan border. Pay your respects there, listen to fascinating local stories and return to Gangtok by evening.
After breakfast, start towards Lachen and visit the Chungthang confluence in between where the Lachen and Lachung rivers meet. Once you reach the village, spend some time on the banks of the graceful river Lachen and visit locations like Naga Waterfalls, Bhim Nala Waterfalls and Twin Waterfalls.
Your drive from Lachung will take you through the Chopta Valley and reach Gurudongmar Lake. Explore the banks of this holy destination and capture it with your camera. Reach Lachen during lunchtime and enjoy some food as per your choice. Afterwards, start on your journey towards Lachen and reach it by night.
Explore the natural beauty of the tiny Lachung village before starting for Yumthang Valley. Spend the day in the valley of flowers and visit the medicinal hot spring. Return to Lachung for a late lunch and then head out towards Gangtok.
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Spend the morning as you like and after having a healthy breakfast then say your goodbyes and conclude your 6-day Sikkim package with a drive back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP railway station.
Prepare for all possibilities on your Sikkim 6-day trip by carrying these necessary items:
- Warm clothing including waterproof covers and thermal innerwear
- Accessories like sunglasses, caps, boots, and gloves
- Personal medication and first aid kit (prepare for high blood pressure, injury, allergy etc)
- ID verification and medical certificate
- Selfcare necessities like toothpaste and toothbrush, sunscreen, sanitiser etc
- Portable Wi-Fi, portable charger, laptop and camera cover etc
- Carry the right amount of cash
Yes, 6 days is ample time to visit not Sikkim including Lachen, Lachung and Gurudongmar Lake. You can also easily go to Yumthang Valley and Tsomgo Lake during these 6 days.
This Sikkim tour package for 5 nights and 6 days by TRISOJ covers all of the best beat locations of North Sikkim like Lachen, Lachung, Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang Valley as well as the city of Gangtok and Tsomgo Lake on the eastern border.
6 days are necessary if you want to fully explore East and North Sikkim in a single trip. If you want to get to know these places a little better, you can customize your trip to include a few more days or choose from our 7-10 days packages of Sikkim!
Yes! At TRISOJ we offer endless customisation options in terms of the locations covered, accommodation secured, food and beverage limitations and even special reservations for important days like birthdays and anniversaries.
On the 6-day trip to Sikkim, we offer 3 3-star deluxe and 4 4-star hotels as accommodation for our clients.
