High Sikkim
Best for
Nature Lovers, Photographers
Duration
10 Nights / 11 Days
Season
March–May, October–November
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Scenic, Himalayan
High Sikkim
10 Nights / 11 Days, 4 cities, From ₹67,200
per person, twin sharing
A Tibro Journey
Ten summer nights across all of Sikkim. Gangtok and Rumtek, the long drive to Lachung and Yumthang's flower valley, west to Pelling for the Kanchenjunga face, and a close at Darjeeling.
All of Sikkim is a scenic journey through Gangtok, North Sikkim, Pelling, Darjeeling. 10 nights / 11 days that moves through Gangtok, North Sikkim, Pelling with private transport, hand-selected hotels, and a dedicated Tibro travel designer at every step.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Gurudongmar Lake
One of the world's highest lakes at 5,430 m. Sacred and surreal.
No. 02
Yumthang Valley of Flowers
The Himalayan valley that erupts in colour every spring.
No. 03
Tiger Hill Sunrise
First light over Kanchenjunga from Darjeeling's most famous viewpoint.
No. 01
Gurudongmar Lake
One of the world's highest lakes at 5,430 m. Sacred and surreal.
No. 02
Yumthang Valley of Flowers
The Himalayan valley that erupts in colour every spring.
No. 03
Tiger Hill Sunrise
First light over Kanchenjunga from Darjeeling's most famous viewpoint.
Day by Day
10 Nights / 11 Days, in order
Day 1
Arrival Njp / Ixb – Gangtok
Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650Mts, 130 Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs Drive) On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts), you will be met by our local representative, who will assist you to board the vehicle to Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check in and dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2
Gangtok – Excursion to Tshangu Lake & New Baba Mandir
Tshangu Lake (12400Ft / 3780 Mts / 43 Kms / 02 Hrs Drive one way) & New Baba Mandir (13100 Ft / 3994 Mts / 18 Kms / 01 Hrs further drive from Tshangu Lake) After breakfast, start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake and further drive to Baba Mandir. Evening back to Gangtok. Dinner & Overnight stay at Gangtok. Tsomgo Lake, also known Changgu Lake, is a glacial lake in the East Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim, some 40 kilometres from the capital Gangtok. Located at an elevation of 3,753 m, the lake remains frozen during the winter season. Rides on colourfully decorated yaks and mules are offered at the lake site, which also has a variety of eating stalls serving snacks and beverages. Snowboots and gumboots can be hired here.
Day 3
Gangtok – Lachung
Lachung (8000 Ft / 2439 Mts, 130 Kms (Incase if the drive has to via Sangkalang, then there will be an additional drive of 30 Kms one way) / 06 to 07 Hrs drive) After breakfast, checkout and then drive to Lachung. On the way visit Tashi View Point, Seven Sister’s Waterfall (Subjected to operation of the normal route) & Bheem Nala Waterfall. On arrival at Lachung, check into the hotel. It is advisable to go for an evening walk (on your own) around the village for body acclimatization. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4
Lachung – Excursion to Yumthang - Lachen
Yumthang Valley (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts, 25 Kms / 1 ½ hour’s drive one way) Lachen (9500 Ft / 2896 Mts, 60 Kms / 02 to 03 Hrs drive) After early breakfast proceed for on a half day excursion to Yumthang Valley, a breathtaking, high- altitude (3,564m) meadow in North Sikkim, India, known for its vibrant rhododendron blooms, hot springs, and grazing yaks. Surrounded by Himalayan peaks, it is best visited from late February to mid- June for flowers or winter for snow. Back to hotel, for late lunch. After noon transfer to Lachen. On reaching Lachen check in & dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5
Lachen – Full Day Excursion to Chopta Valley & Gurudongmar Lake
Chopta valley & Gurudongmar Lake (17800 Ft / 5427 Mts, 70 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive one way) Today, the day start early with packet breakfast, go for full day excursion to Chopta valley & Gurudongmar Lake. Return back to Lachen hotel for late lunch. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6
Lachen – Gangtok
Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650 Mts, 130 Kms (Incase if the drive has to via Sangkalang, then there will be an additional drive of 30 Kms one way) / 06 to 07 Hrs drive) After breakfast, checkout & then transfer to Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check in and relax. You may like take leisurely evening stroll and visit markets (own). Dinner & overnight at hotel.
Day 7
Gangtok – Pelling
Pelling (5500 Ft / 1675 Mts, 116 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive) After breakfast check out and go for a half day sightseeing of Gangtok covering The Orchidarium (Flower Show), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on 2nd & 4th Saturday, Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Do-rul Chhorten, Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on 2nd & 4th Saturday, Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays) and Banjhakari Falls. Later transfer to Pelling. On reaching Pelling, check in & dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8
Pelling Local Sightsseing
Pelling (5500 Ft / 1675 Mts) After breakfast, proceed for Pelling local sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery, Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk. Post lunch, proceed for sightseeing of Rimbi Water fall, Khecheopalri Lake & Kanchanjunga Water fall. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 9
Pelling – Darjeeling
Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts, 125Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive) After breakfast, checkout & then transfer to Darjeeling. On reaching Darjeeling, check in and dinner & overnight stay at hotel. (On the way to Darjeeling you can plan little detour to visit Namchi, the scenic headquarters of South Sikkim, is a rapidly growing tourism hub located at 5,500 ft (1,675m), offering panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga range and surrounding valleys. Known as the "sky high" city, it is famous for the massive statue of Guru Padmasambhava at Samdruptse Hill and the Siddhesvara Dham (Char Dham) complex. This optional visit costs only INR 4000 extra)
Day 10
Darjeeling Local Sightseeng
Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts) Early morning at around 0400 am (subject to clear weather) for visit to Tiger Hills (8482 Ft / 2586 Mts) to view the sunrise over mighty Kanchendzonga Peak (Third highest peak in the world). Back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast go for a half-day sightseeing of local Darjeeling covering Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Tenzing & Gombu Rock and Panoramic tour of Tea Estate. Back to Hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11
Darjeeling - Njp / Ixb
New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts, 100 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive) After breakfast transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB), for onwards connection.
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Gangtok
Sikkim Retreat
Lachung
Sumitel Sonam
Lachen
Blue Pine Lachen Lachen Deezong
Pelling
Sikkim Tourist Centre
Darjeeling
Sumi Vista Sumitel Suites
Gangtok
Sikkim Retreat
Lachung
Sumitel Sonam
Lachen
Blue Pine Lachen Lachen Deezong
Pelling
Sikkim Tourist Centre
Darjeeling
Sumi Vista Sumitel Suites
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
India is not one country, climate-wise
Rajasthan in February reads dry-cold; Kerala in February reads humid-warm; Sikkim in February might be under snow. Pack for the specific itinerary, not 'India in general'. Tibro's per-state tours are tuned to one climate at a time. Don't try to chain three of them back-to-back.
Tipping is structured, not arbitrary
Driver tips at ₹500-1000 per day, guide tips at ₹500-1000 per half-day, hotel housekeeping ₹100 per day, restaurant 10% on top of any service charge already listed. Hand the driver/guide an envelope on the last day rather than tipping daily. It is more dignified for them.
Tap water and ice are a real consideration
Every Tibro-tier hotel provides sealed bottled water in the room daily. Use it for brushing your teeth too. At restaurants, ask for "sealed bottled water" specifically. Some places will pour from a filtered jug, which is fine in some kitchens and not in others. Ice is the hidden trap; ask for "no ice" with cold drinks unless the hotel makes its own.
- №1
India is not one country, climate-wise
Rajasthan in February reads dry-cold; Kerala in February reads humid-warm; Sikkim in February might be under snow. Pack for the specific itinerary, not 'India in general'. Tibro's per-state tours are tuned to one climate at a time. Don't try to chain three of them back-to-back.
- №2
Tipping is structured, not arbitrary
Driver tips at ₹500-1000 per day, guide tips at ₹500-1000 per half-day, hotel housekeeping ₹100 per day, restaurant 10% on top of any service charge already listed. Hand the driver/guide an envelope on the last day rather than tipping daily. It is more dignified for them.
- №3
Tap water and ice are a real consideration
Every Tibro-tier hotel provides sealed bottled water in the room daily. Use it for brushing your teeth too. At restaurants, ask for "sealed bottled water" specifically. Some places will pour from a filtered jug, which is fine in some kitchens and not in others. Ice is the hidden trap; ask for "no ice" with cold drinks unless the hotel makes its own.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- Pre Tour briefing & on tour daily Coordination
- Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as per the package category selected
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner in comfort of your hotel of stay
- Permit for Nathu La pass excursion tour including Tshangu lake & Baba Mandir
- All Transfers & Sightseeing as per the itinerary
Not Included
- 5% GST
- Airfare, Personal Expenses, Monuments entrances
- Vehicle at disposal, water sport activities and guide charges
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
India has three windows for travel. October–March is the cool/dry season. The headline window, when most of the subcontinent is at its most welcoming. April–June is hot and increasingly dangerous in the north plains. July–September is the southwest monsoon. Beautiful for Kerala Ayurveda lovers, hard for sightseeing. This Kerala tour sits squarely in the post-monsoon clear window.
Kerala has two monsoons (southwest Jun–Aug heavy; northeast Oct–Nov a brief secondary). The Winters 25-26 departure window avoids both. Ayurveda treatments traditionally peak with the monsoon, but the tour itinerary itself works best in dry season.
Your Memoir
Here's how you'll remember it.
Vol. 45, A Tibro memoir, printed on archival paper, shipped after you return.
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