Experience the unexplored beauty of the Eastern Himalayas with this exclusive Gangtok, Silk Route & Kalimpong tour package, designed for travelers seeking offbeat destinations and scenic landscapes.
Begin your journey from Bagdogra/NJP to the vibrant capital Gangtok, followed by a visit to the breathtaking high-altitude Tsomgo Lake and the sacred Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Continue towards the untouched beauty of the Silk Route with a stay in Padamchen, offering mesmerizing views, zigzag mountain roads, and serene Himalayan surroundings.
Explore the historic Silk Route, known for its panoramic viewpoints like Thambi Viewpoint and lush valleys, before heading to the peaceful hill station Kalimpong, famous for its orchids, nurseries, and scenic viewpoints. Enjoy an excursion to Lava, surrounded by dense forests and pristine natural beauty.
This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and offbeat experiences—ideal for couples, nature lovers, and travelers looking for a unique Himalayan getaway.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SIKKIM:
NATHULA PASS TO CONFIRM 48 HRS PRIOR OF JOURNEY
Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Gangtok (114kms/4.5hrs), At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim and is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at hotel.
Morning proceed for a full day sightseeing in and around this capital city of Sikkim, covering Chortan (Stupa), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Saturdays & Sundays) Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms (Closed on Saturdays & Sundays), Flower show, Tashi View point, Ganesh Tak, Hanuman Tak, Bakthang Falls and Gonjang Monastery. Overnight at hotel in Gangtok.
After breakfas, Check out from the hotel & proceed for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), which is only 32kms from Gangtok City, the lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people, further 12Kms is Baba Mandir dedicated to soldier Harbhajan Singh. Further transfer to Padamchen (35kms / 1.5hrs approx). Padamchen is an ideal place to stay on the Silk Route. Located around 8000 ft above the sea level and just 4 kms away from Zuluk, Padamchen offers the very pleasant weather throughout the year. Dense forest, mesmerizing view of Sikkim hills occupy the guests who travel through Silk Route. Enjoy the ride on the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Road – also known as the Zigzag Road due to its numerous Hairpin bends. Visit Kupup Lake; Tukla Valley and Gnathang Valley. Overnight in Phadamchen.
Early morning proceed to visit the Sunrise point. The Silk Route is one of the oldest trading routes in World History. After breakfast enjoy sightseeing visit Thambi Viewpoint which offers panoramic vistas of the Himalayan range, including Kanchenjunga, the third-highest peak in the world; Lungthung which falls under Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary with home to different types of rhododendrons, ferns, birds and animals; visit Lingtam – a small hamlet with birding opportunities. Overnight in Phadamchen.
After breakfast check out and proceed for Kalimpong (97Kms / 4.5hrs) enroute enjoy the Silk Route Tour; Sillery Gaon; Aritar Lake.
Kalimpong is famous for its Orchids & Nurseries and some of the rarest cacti & Orchids can be seen. Oak, Maple and chestnut stretch up the ridge as far as the eye can reach. Overnight at Kalimpong. Overnight in Kalimpong.
Morning after breakfast enjoy local sightseeing in and around Kalimpong City, covering Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brong Monastery (Durpin Dara Monastery), Cactii Nurseries, Dello Hill viewpoint. Afternoon enjoy a trip to Lava about 32 km east of Kalimpong. Oak and fir trees welcome the visitor at Lava. The view of the silvery peaks of Greater Himalayan snow ranges or the smiling children of local ethnic villages, soaked in simplicity and hospitality, will give you a sense of total fulfillment. Visit the Lava Monastery and Neora valley Interpretation center, which offers the glimpse of nature’s wealth. Overnight in Kalimpong.
In the morning transfer from Kalimpong to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (85kms / 3hrs appx.), Tour Ends.
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