Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok

• Stay
• Transfer
• Arrival at NJP / Bagdogra
• Driver meets you. Journey towards Sikkim begins.
• Drive to Gangtok (4–5 Hours)
• Long but scenic. Teesta River follows you most of the way.
• Road includes:
• Curves
• Hill sections
• Narrow stretches
• Midway stops for tea and washroom.
• Entry at Rangpo
• Documents checked. Keep ID ready.
• Arrival and Check-in
• Reach by afternoon or evening. Check-in at hotel.
• Evening: MG Marg Visit
• Relaxed walk. No vehicles. Clean street. Perfect for unwinding.
• Day 1 Notes
• Long drive
• Hydrate well
• Avoid heavy activity

Day 2: Gangtok Local Sightseeing

• Stay
• Sightseeing
• Breakfast
• Morning Start
• After breakfast, city tour begins.
• Sightseeing Points
• Tashi View Point
• Ganesh Tok
• Hanuman Tok
• Enchey Monastery
• Flower Exhibition Centre
• Lunch Break
• Local restaurant.
• Afternoon Options
• Ropeway ride
• Shopping
• Handicraft centre
• Evening Free
• MG Marg again or rest.
• Day 2 Notes
• Easy day
• Helps body adjust before altitude

Day 3: Transfer to Lachung (North Sikkim Begins)

• Stay
• Transfer
• Breakfast
• This is where journey changes.
• Morning Departure (Early)
• Start around 7–8 AM. North Sikkim vehicles usually operate in shared or reserved permits.
• Drive to Lachung (6–7 Hours)
• Long and rough in parts.
• Route includes:
• Seven Sisters Waterfall
• Singhik Viewpoint
• Chungthang
• Road conditions vary.
• Lunch on the Way
• Simple roadside meals. Do not expect luxury here.
• Arrival at Lachung
• Small mountain village. Basic hotels. Cold weather.
• Evening: Rest Only
• No sightseeing. Rest is important.
• Day 3 Notes
• Network almost gone
• Basic facilities
• Carry essentials
• Follow driver instructions

Day 4: Yumthang Valley and Zero Point

• Stay
• Sightseeing
• Breakfast
• This is the highlight day.
• Early Morning Departure
• Start early. Weather is clearer in morning.
• Yumthang Valley Visit
• Also called Valley of Flowers. Snow in winter. Green meadows in summer. River flows through valley. Time spent: 1–2 hours.
• Zero Point (Optional but Recommended)
• Altitude: Around 15,300 ft Snow almost guaranteed in many seasons. Cold and windy. Breathing may feel heavy.
• Return to Lachung
• Lunch at hotel.
• Transfer Back to Gangtok
• Long return journey. Reach by evening.
• Day 4 Notes
• Carry heavy woolens
• Gloves, cap required
• Avoid running at high altitude
• Oxygen level low

Day 5: Return Journey and Rest Day in Gangtok

• Stay
• Breakfast
• Morning
• Relaxed start. No early rush.
• After Arrival (If coming previous evening)
• This day acts as buffer and rest.
• Optional Activities
• Cafe visit
• Shopping
• Short local walk
• Evening Free
• Relax completely.
• Day 5 Notes
• Recovery day
• Good for rest

Day 6: Departure

• Transfer
• Breakfast
• Morning
• Breakfast. Check-out.
• Return to NJP / Bagdogra
• Same scenic route.
• Arrival
• Keep buffer time.