Sikkim, Beyond the Postcards
Where every bend in the road brings another mountain worth remembering.
About this journey
Some trips are about ticking off places. This one is about watching the Himalayas change every single day.
From Gangtok’s lively streets to the flower-filled valleys of Lachung, from the legendary roads of Zuluk to the peaceful monasteries of Pelling—this journey slowly unfolds the many faces of Sikkim. Expect winding mountain roads, steaming momos, prayer flags dancing in the wind, and mornings you’ll never want to end.
What stays with you
- Driving beside the emerald Teesta River into the heart of the Himalayas
- Sunrise moments in the breathtaking Yumthang Valley, the Valley of Flowers
- Standing beside the sacred waters of Tsomgo Lake
- Visiting the legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
- Conquering the famous hairpin bends of Zuluk and the stunning Nathang Valley
- Walking above the mountains on Pelling’s iconic Skywalk
Day by day
- Day 1
NJP / Bagdogra → Gangtok
Meet the mountains. Follow the Teesta River into Sikkim and settle into Gangtok as the cool mountain air welcomes you.
- Day 2
Gangtok → Lachung
A road trip worthy of your camera roll. Waterfalls, mountain villages, Singik View Point, and snow-capped peaks accompany you all the way to Lachung.
- Day 3
Yumthang Valley
Wake up early for the famous Valley of Flowers. Optional visit to Zero Point if you simply want to go where the road almost ends.
- Day 4
Lachung → Gangtok
A relaxed drive back through valleys and rivers. Evening free to wander MG Marg, sip coffee, or simply people-watch.
- Day 5
Tsomgo Lake • Baba Mandir • Zuluk
Frozen lakes, army legends, dramatic mountain passes, Nathang Valley, Kupup Lake, and the unforgettable 32 hairpin bends of Zuluk—all in one incredible day.
- Day 6
Zuluk → Pelling
Travel across South and West Sikkim with stops at Buddha Park and Char Dham before reaching peaceful Pelling beneath Kanchenjunga.
- Day 7
Pelling Sightseeing
Monasteries, waterfalls, Skywalk, Bird Park, Darap Village, Orange Garden, and the sacred Khecheopalri Lake. A day that feels like several destinations rolled into one.
- Day 8
Pelling → NJP / Bagdogra
One final Himalayan breakfast before heading home—with your gallery full and your heart refusing to leave.
Included
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Private non-sharing vehicle for transfers & sightseeing
- All permits for Indian nationals
Not included
- Airfare or train tickets
- Entry tickets & guide charges
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- GST (if invoice required)
- Zero Point and Nathula permits (optional and chargeable)