Zuluk to North Sikkim Trip with Namin Tours and Travels

After reaching Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station, you will be picked up and start journey to Zuluk.
Enjoy the scenic drive along the river Teesta, with a beautiful view of mountains and rivers.
Zuluk, a quaint village perched at 10,000 feet in the eastern part of Sikkim.
Zuluk is a paradise for nature lovers, with rich vegetation and numerous species of birds.
It is situated 151 kms from NJP airport, the nearest airport to Sikkim, and offers home stay facilities for a cozy and authentic experience.
However, it is not open for foreigners due to its proximity to the border.

Have breakfast and start your journey from Zuluk.
Drive through the winding roads of Lungtu, Kupup, Babamandir and Tsomgo, passing through lush forests, meadows and streams.
On the way, admire the majestic views of the Kanchendzong range, the third highest mountain in the world, and
the Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake that changes color with seasons.
Once you arrive in Gangtok, check-in at the hotel and relax or explore the popular M.G Marg on your own.

After having breakfast, you will explore the attractions of Gangtok in a full day tour.
You will visit the following places:
Banjhakri Falls: a scenic waterfall surrounded by a park with ethnic sculptures and a cultural center.
Bakthang Waterfall: a cascading waterfall that offers a refreshing view and a photo opportunity.
Tashi View Point: a vantage point that offers a panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga range and the Gangtok city.
Gonjang Monastery: a Buddhist monastery that follows the Nyingma sect and has a serene ambiance and a library.
Ganesh Tok: a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh that is located on a hilltop and offers a bird’s eye view of Gangtok.
Hanuman Tok: hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman that is also a popular viewpoint and a pilgrimage site.
Flower Exhibition Centre: a place where you can admire the variety and beauty of the local flowers and orchids.
Ropeway: a cable car ride that takes you from Deorali to Tashiling, giving you an aerial view of Gangtok and the valley.
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology: a museum and research center that showcases the history, culture and art of Tibet and Buddhism.
Do Drul Chorten Stupa: a large white stupa that is one of the most important religious sites in Sikkim.
Overnight stay at Gangtok after wonderful tour.

Have breakfast and leave for a day trip to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir.
Drive 55 kms one way from Gangtok city to reach the destinations.
Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Tsomgo Lake, a high-altitude Himalayan lake in east Sikkim.
Visit Baba Mandir, a shrine dedicated to a soldier who died near Nathula Pass.
Return to Gangtok and stay overnight.

Optional

If you get permission, you can also visit Nathula Pass, a border crossing between India and China.
Pay extra charge for the permit based on the weather and tourist flow.

Have breakfast and check out from the hotel.
Board the transfer vehicle and ·drive from Gangtok to Lachen, a distance of 128 kms that takes about 6 hours.
Lachen is a tribal village located at an altitude of 8838 feet in the northern part of Sikkim.
It is a remote and beautiful place that is surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
It experiences heavy snowfall in winter and is the gateway to Gurudogmar Lake and Chopta Valley, two of the most scenic places in Sikkim.
On the way, visit Seven sister falls, a spectacular waterfall that cascades down seven stages
Stop over at Singhik Kanchendzong View Point, a place where you can get a breathtaking view of the Kanchendzong
range and the Teesta river, largest river in Sikkim.
Stop over at Singhik Kanchendzong View Point, a place where you can get a breathtaking view of the Kanchendzong
range and the Teesta river, largest river in Sikkim.
Overnight stay at Lachen.

Have breakfast and get ready for a exiting journey to beautiful places around North Sikkim.
Drive from Lachen to Thangu, a distance of 19 kms that takes about an hour.
Thangu is a small village situated at an altitude of 13,500 feet in the north of Sikkim.
Thangu is a base for trekkers and a place where you can see the nomadic lifestyle of the locals.
From Thangu, take a detour of 3 kms to visit Chopta Valley, a picturesque valley that offers a stunning view of the winding river and the snow-covered mountain peaks.
From Chopta Valley, drive further to Gurudogmar Lake, a distance of 33 kms one way that takes about 2 hours.
Gurudogmar Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world, located at an altitude of 17,300 feet.
It is a sacred lake for the Buddhists and the Sikhs, and has a mesmerizing blue color.
It is also a place where you can witness the majestic beauty of the Himalayas.
After visiting the lake, drive back to Lachen and have lunch.
From Lachen, drive to Lachung, another tribal village in the north of Sikkim, a distance of 54 kms that takes about 2 hours.
Lachung is located at an altitude of 8610 feet and is known for its natural beauty and culture.
Overnight stay at Lachung.

Have breakfast and get ready for a exiting journey to Yumthang.
Drive from Lachung to Yumthang, a distance of 25 kms that takes about an hour.
Yumthang is a valley of flowers, located at an altitude of 11880 feet in the north of Sikkim.
It is famous for its snow-capped mountains and its rich variety of rhododendrons and primula flowers that bloom in spring and summer.
From Yumthang, you can opt to drive further to Yumesamdong, a distance of 26 kms that takes about an hour and a
half.
Yumesamdong is also known as zero point, as it is the last point on the Indian border.
It is located at an altitude of 15000 feet and has a hot spring and a clear view of the mountains.
It is usually covered with snow throughout the year.
If you visit Yumesamdong, you have to pay Rs.2500/- to the driver as an extra charge.
After visiting Yumthang and/or Yumesamdong, drive back to Lachung and then to Gangtok, a distance of 125 kms
that takes about 5 hours.
Overnight stay at Gangtok.

The above Tour includes:

The above Tour excludes:

All Camera Fee, at the Monuments and Attractions.
Personal Expenses such as Mineral Water, Drinks, Porterages Phone calls, Laundry.
Charges, Tipping, etc. personal insurance, extra expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as landslide/strike/accidents/natural calamities etc, Ropeway, Airfare Ticket.
Any Extra Sightseeing Trips.
Any other Service requested separately During the Course of the Tour for Any Reason.
Any Service Not Specified in the Inclusions.