Our Sikkim tour package for 7 nights and 8 days starts at the capital city of Gangtok. Here you will be rewarded with endless opportunities to explore artistic cafes, authentic handicraft stalls and beautiful tourist spots like Tashi Perspective, Handicraft Emporium and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Gangtok is, after all, a hill station for the next generation.
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Next, you will find your Sikkim 8-day trip taking you into the breathtaking Valley of Lachen. Nestled in North Sikkim, it offers alpine scenery with green mountains and a close look at the traditional Sikkim lifestyle. From here we set out towards Gurudongmar Lake. It is located at an altitude of about 17,800 feet (5,430 meters). According to legend, Guru Padmasambhava, a revered Buddhist saint, blessed the lake, allowing it to remain unfrozen during winter. Therefore it is a sacred site for Buddhists, Sikhs, and Hindus.
The other main destination that will covered during your Sikkim Tour Package for 8 Days, is Lachung, another similar little hamlet surrounded by arid mountains and sparse vegetation. From here the view of the Kanchenjunga mountain is ravishing. Close to Lachung lies the fabled Yumthang Valley, famous for its rare orchids, rhododendrons and healing hot water springs.
At last, via Gangtok, travellers will enter the Western side of the state, into the town of Pelling. It is a high-altitude residence with traditional Sikkim houses, common ground and easy access to its best tourist locations like the wish-granting Khecheopalri Lake, the captivating Rabdentse Viewpoint and the calming Pemayangtse Monastery. And your 8-day holiday in Sikkim by exploring the wonders of this mythical town near Nepal.
Get down at Bagdogra Airport or NJP railway station and receive a direct drive to Gangtok by exploring the natural views. Check in to your hotel and enjoy the day at your leisure. You can try local food, shop at MG Marg or enjoy the nightlife of this amazing hill station of Sikkim.
For your second day of your 8-day Sikkim Tour Package, set out early in the morning towards Tsomgo Lake. Drive ahead for 12th km from this Lake to come upon Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Return to Gangtok by lunchtime. Enjoy the evening sightseeing in Gangtok, covering locations like Tashi Perspective and Flower Exhibition Centre(if you are planning your Sikkim tour from March to June)
Now, head towards the north by undertaking a long drive towards the village of Lachen. Spend your time on the river bank and visit waterfalls like Naga, Bhim Nala and Twin Falls. We can also arrange for outdoor camping and bonfire sessions with your group by arranging it beforehand as a part of your 8-day Sikkim trip.
While in Lachung, visit the sacred Gurudongmar Lake which is known to be the highest lake in this region. You can spot the Indo-Tibetan border from here where travellers love to take photography sessions. Drive through the arid and magical Chopta Valley where travellers can get the nature views. Start for Lachung by the evening and stay in Hotels.
The next stop is the dreamy village of Lachung, which overlooks a gentle Himalayan river, surrounded by rocky mountains with snow-capped peaks. Visit the Yumthang Valley, spotting red Himalayan flowers and bathing in a medicinal hot water spring and stay at Hotel
Start towards West Sikkim in the morning and reach Pelling by early afternoon. Spend the day at your leisure, exploring the town and trying some unique Tibetan and Chinese delicacies. Enhance your 8-day Sikkim sightseeing tour by participating in the local carnivals and religious festivals.
On this day, visit some of the most stunning tourist spots of the trip including Khecheopalri Lake, Rabdentse Ruins and Pemayangtse Monastery. From Pelling, you can get a magnified view of the Kanchenjunga peak. If you want you can also take a cab to visit the waterfalls surrounding the town.
Your 8-day Sikkim sightseeing tour should be filled with fun, no worries. Ensure a safe journey by carrying these things with you:
The Sikkim itinerary for 8 days is an amazing option because it combines Pelling which is located towards the west with Tsomgo Lake in the east and Lachen-Lachung which is in the north. This way you can cover everything on your bucket list in the same vacation!
An 8-day holiday in Sikkim allows you to spend one day at each of the most important locations - Gangtok, Pelling, Lachen and Lachung. Through such a stay you can cover places like Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir, Gurudongmar Lake and Yumthang Valley.
8 days can be a suitable trip to Sikkim for those who want to explore everything but don't have months to spare. It is perfect for families and young couples to immerse themselves in a foreign culture and experience Himalayan living to its finest.
Yes! At TRISOJ we encourage all customisations so that we can make a trip as personal and accessible as possible. You can direct your representative to remove tourist spots you are not interested in and substitute them with other entertaining experiences. You can also opt for special reservations and accommodation, not to mention clear out any allergies or disability needs.
We offer 3-star deluxe and 4-star hotels as a part of our 8-day Sikkim package. We can also arrange for outdoor camping and homestays if specific requests are put forward in advance.
The period of late September to early November is the best if you want to experience snowfall in North Sikkim. Most of the roads towards Lachen and Lachung close in the winter due to heavy snowfall, so keep tabs on the weather before you plan a visit.