Sikkim Tour - Budget Package

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Sikkim Tour - Budget Package

Official Adventure Partner

Departure Date & Time

11/03/2025 1:00 pm

Return Date & Time

16/03/2025 6:00 pm

Approved Adventure Tour Operator

Pick-Up Points
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Sikkim Tour Package Overview

Sikkim will take you to all the natural wonders as the high mountain passes, pristine glaciers, ice-cold rivers, hot springs in contrast to that, alpine lakes, and a lot more.

Monks on Wheels in association with Muddie Trails takes you to the stunningly beautiful state of Sikkim nestled in the Himalayas known for its eco-friendly and sustainable tourism policies, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventurers seeking an authentic Himalayan experience.

In this backpacking trip, we will cover all the attractions in Sikkim, both East and North, and will also be visiting the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok.

Our journey will start in the East, with a visit to the top attraction there, like the Tsomgo Lake, which is a natural wonder that changes its color with the seasons, the Baba Mandir and the ghost story associated with it, and the Indo- China border post, the NathuLa Pass.

When we move to the north, we will be visiting the dreamy Gurudongmar Lake, which in winter remains frozen and in summers enchants us with its amazing beauty. This lake is one of the lakes that is situated at such a high altitude that is open to visitors.

The Lachung village, where we will be staying is a picturesque village by the mountains, blessed with mighty waterfalls, orchards of apricot and apple, and many handicraft centers.

We will also be visiting the “valley of flowers” in Yumthang, which is a part of the Lachung valley. Located by the banks of the Lachung river, a tributary of the main river that originates from Sikkim, Teesta, the valley is also abundant with many species of Rhododendron flowers. Hot springs that are said to have medicinal properties are also among the main attractions of Sikkim.

Sikkim is the perfect blend of nature and beauty, and the intervention of humans has only made it more beautiful. The scenic bridges adorned with colorful prayer flags, monasteries, and temples, everything is balanced and closely knit with nature, which will bring peace to our minds.

So, what are you waiting for? Join us on this soul-soothing backpacking trip into nature.

Highlights of the Sikkim Trip:

Yumthang – Valley of Flowers
Lachung Valley
Free flowing Teesta River
7 Sisters Falls
Nathu La Pass, Baba Mandir
Changu Lake
Hot Water Springs
Pelling – Foothills of Mt. Kanchenjunga
Pelling Bird Park
Pelling Sky Walk (Glass Bridge)
Rabdentse Ruins
Ravangla – Buddha Park
Gangtok MG Road stroll

More Upcoming Event Dates

Year: 2025
Mar: 26 – 31
Apr: 05 – 10 / 15 – 20
May: 09 – 14
Sep: Sep 30 – Oct 05
Oct: 18 – 23
Nov: 01 – 06 / 15 – 20
Dec: 21 – 26 / Dec 27 – Jan 01

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Bagdogra to Gangtok

Travelers coming by Flight will get picked at Bagdogra Airport at around 1 PM in the afternoon followed by New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station around 01:15 PM.
We will start our journey towards the capital city of Sikkim – Gangtok along the curvy road that runs parallel to the free flowing Teesta river originating from the glaciers of Sikkim.
It’s a drive of 200 Km that usually takes 5 hours along with a Lunch stop.
Check into the guest house by late evening and take a walk on the famous MG marg – the mall road of Gangtok. You can try tasty momos or chow for Dinner and shop for items needed for the trip.
We will rest for a good day tomorrow.

Day 2: Day trip to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass

Start the day early with Breakfast
Go on a day trip towards picturesque oval-shaped Tsomgo Lake (also called Changu Lake) which is famous for sturdy Yaks, Red Panda and various migratory Birds.
Continue journey to Baba Mandir at an elevation of 13,000 feet. There is an interesting “Ghost” story of Baba Harbhajan Singh who served Indian Army during the 1960s.
We will then head to Nathula Pass on the Indo-China border at an elevation of 14,100 feet, which needs a special permit (we would have pre-applied beforehand).
Nathu La is strategically important for the Indian Army, and is one of the very few Himalayan border posts open for visitors like us.
Head back to the guest house by late evening.
Dinner with social gathering and take good rest for the night.

Day 3: Lachung valley Trip

Today we will start our journey towards high altitude North Sikkim famous for snow capped mountains, pristine lakes, gushing water falls and natural hot springs.
Note: This is going to be a long journey and only SUVs are allowed on this route by Sikkim government, so be mentally prepared.
Take pit stops at 7 Sisters waterfalls and Amitab Bachan falls in the middle.
Stop for Lunch at beautiful Chungthang village at the confluence of Lachen and Lachung rivers.
We will continue our journey to the next destination Lachung Valley.
Rest for the night at Lachung guest house.

Day 4: Yumthang Valley, back to Gangtok

Start the day very early around 5 AM.
We will head towards Yumthang valley, situated at an elevation of 11800 feet, a 1.5 hour drive from Lachung.
Yumthang which is known as ‘Valley of Flowers” is located in the valley by the Lachung river. It is a picture perfect setting surrounded by snow-clad mountains on all sides.
Give a visit to natural Yumthang hot springs which are known for their medicinal properties because of rich Sulphur and other mineral content. There is a beautiful walking bridge filled with colorful prayer flags across the river Lachung. Hot springs are located at the other side of the bridge. The temperature of hot water springs varies between 50 to 60 degrees celsius even in freezing winter times. Truly a little wonder of mother nature.
We will try local food for Lunch.
Note: There is a place named Zero point which is famous among tourists. If everyone wants to visit (and if Zero point is open), an instant permit needs to be taken over there. This permit amount shall be shared between group members.
Start return journey towards Gangtok by late afternoon.
Check into Gangtok guest house, Dinner and rest.

Day 5: Trip to Ravanlgla & Pelling stay

Check out of the Gangtok stay after a heavy Breakfast.
Start journey towards a peaceful village named Ravangla that has a Buddha Park where a giant statue of Buddha sits amidst the backdrop of Himalayas.
Take a stroll in the park, visit Museum, temple & spend some quality time meditating at this serene setting.
After Lunch, continue our journey to one of the most picturesque towns of Sikkim, Pelling that is located at the foothills of World’s 3rd highest peak – the mighty Kanchenjunga!
Dinner and rest at Pelling guest house.

Day 6: Pelling Local Attractions, Bagdogra Drop

Many people wake up around 5AM to catch a glimpse of first golden rays of Sun on the Kanchenjunga. This magical view of India’s highest mountain is visible almost from every street in Pelling on a clear day.
Check out of Pelling stay after Breakfast.
Visit the stunning Pelling Sky walk (Glass Bridge). Sky walk is a stunning place in Pelling with all safety measures. On a clear day, one can get to view magnificence of mighty Kanchenjunga.
After Sky walk, we will visit couple of interesting places in Pelling like Rabdentse Ruins and Bird Park for next 3 hours.
Have Lunch.
We will then bid adieu to the Himalayas of Sikkim and head back towards planes of West Bengal where we started our journey 6 days back.
Our driver will drop us near Bagdogra Airport close to your night stay.
Note: Currently there are no flights scheduled at night from Bagdogra Airport. So it is advised to book a night stay close to Airport. Our team can suggest some hotels nearby.

Note:

If you need assistance booking your flights, our team is happy to help.

Price Includes

Travel for 6 Days (Bagdogra to Bagdogra)
Stay for 5 nights (2 and 3 sharing rooms)
5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners (Pelling, Lachung & Gangtok)
Inner Line Permit (ILP) charges
Nathu La Special Permit (5500 INR)
Airport pickup and drop (fixed timings)
Trip Guide (for groups above 6 members)
Once in a lifetime experience visiting all places mentioned in Highlights section
GST

Price Excludes

Meals not mentioned in Inclusions
Any kind of activities, rides, entry tickets, shopping or misc. expenses other than mentioned in Inclusions
Any extra cost arising due to any change in the itinerary/stay/route on account of bad weather, traffic-congestion, landslides/roadblocks, natural calamities, political disturbances and/or any other factors beyond our control.

Sikkim Tour Package Photos

Pricing Details

Price for Per Person: 25675/- (inclusive of GST)

Advisory

Travel:

Trip starting/ending point: Bagdogra Airport (Siliguri)
Pick up and drop at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway station
Innova, Xylo, Hatchback or similar tourist vehicle (6 days journey)
Start time: First day, 01:45 PM (afternoon)
End time: Sixth day, 8:00 PM (evening)
You can book flights to/from Bagdogra based on the above timings.
Note: There is no night journey on this trip. All travel is during day time.
Note: We observed from previous batches that Spice Jet flights to Bagdogra Airport are usually always delayed. Since we cannot wait long on Day 1, we strongly recommend to book a day ahead and stay at a hotel, if you are booking Spice Jet flight.

Stay:

Comfortable, standard guest houses / hotels.
2 or 3 sharing rooms.
Gangtok 3 nights.
Lachung 1 night.
Pelling 1 night.
Note: At most places, an extra mattress will be given for 3 sharing rooms. Very rarely do we get 3 beds. So guests are expected to take mattress on a rotational basis.

Food:

5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners included.
Lunches are self-sponsored as we will be outside at that time.
How much you have to spend for good food?
200 – 250 per meal

Misc. info:

Batch size: 5 to 12
Trek Difficulty: No trekking
Max altitude: Lachung at 12000 feet above Sea level
Climate:
Very cold at Lachung
Cold at Gangtok, Pelling, other places.

What’s next after booking your trip:

Organizers will get in touch with you, or vice versa. After the confirmation, you may book your flights up and down.
A Whatsapp group will be created for all the registered folks 5 days before the event
You may discuss many things in the group and get prepared for the trip

Special Notes:

Expect seasonal variations in Sikkim depending on the month we are travelling
Travelers are expected to come with open heart by appreciating complexities of mother nature based on seasonal variations, monthly or even daily weather conditions.
There is no luxury involved in any part of this trip. This is a backpacking trip with basic facilities.

Seasonal Variations:

Mid Mar to June: Summers are pleasant in Sikkim which pull tourists in good numbers.
Jul to mid Sept (monsoons): The rains hit the eastern Himalayas starting from mid June. Journey would be tough during this time. We usually avoid traveling to Sikkim in rains.
Mid Sept to Nov (Post monsoon): Another good season to travel before extreme winter sets in. One can expect high tourist footfall in these months.
Dec to mid Mar: Temperatures will drop below 0 degrees towards the end of the year with the onset of snow fall covering the entire valley. It will be very difficult to travel and important roads will be closed by Indian Army.

Things to Carry

Things to pack for Sikkim Trip:

Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
A lightweight large Backpack for the entire trip (50-60 liters). Strictly no trolleys. Remember this is a Backpacking trip.
A small backpack for basic items (to carry valuables, water bottle, snacks, etc. for outdoor activities).
Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID).
2 Passport size color photographs (important for permit).
Thermal inners and warm clothes (cold climate).
A rainproof jacket with a hood (to protect from cold winds, sudden rain).
Thick socks, track pants, full sleeve t-shirts (to keep your body warm).
Cap/Hat/Sunglasses (to protect from harmful sun rays).
Sunscreen (SPF 50 or more).
Power bank, charger, camera, binoculars (if you wish to).
Hand sanitizer and liquid hand wash for outdoors.
Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our stays.
Disposable garbage covers (to separate used/unused clothes).
Water-resistant good grip shoes for travel, extra slippers to use at stays.
Personal medications, any drugs that you may feel necessary (remember ghat roads, cold climate), basic first aid kit.
No need to carry snacks/chocolates. You may buy at local shops to support local people in Sikkim.

COVID Safety & Guidelines

Double dose vaccination of COVID-19 or RTPCR Test report of COVID-19 less than 72 hours is mandatory for all participants.

General FAQs

What is Partial Payment? If partial payment is done, how to pay the remaining amount?

Partial payment is an advance paid to block your slot for a particular event. Remaining amount of the event to be paid online/cash on the day of the trip.

What kind of transport will be arranged by Monks on Wheels?

Monks on Wheels will be arranging an Non – AC tempo traveller or a mini bus depending on the group size.

From where will the transportation be arranged?

The transport will be arranged from Bengaluru.

After booking a trip, when will I receive further updates?

Our trips would get confirmed 2-3 days before the event date and you’ll be added to the trip’s WhatsApp group where you’ll receive further necessary information.

Where should we join, in case we are coming by our own transport arrangements?

Once your registration is confirmed, Monks on Wheels shall provide the exact location of our venue 2-3 days before the event.

Is there any age limit for Monks on Wheels’ trips?

Monks on Wheels do not restrict on the age as each individual has their own capabilities. But we would strongly recommend you to contact us so that our travel expert can give you a better idea of the trip.

What kind of events are these?

These are group events open to all categories of people.

How safe is it for women travelers?

Yes, It is completely safe for women travelers. Monks on Wheels events are done keeping certain standards and safety measures. We will always send a minimum of two trip organizers for all our events. For better understanding on how we manage trips, read these reviews by our solo women travelers.
Review link: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Monksonwheels/reviews/

What is the ratio of Men & Women in your events?

Monks on Wheels usually have more women travelers joining our trips. However, sometimes the ratio will be almost equal.

Do you have women trek organizers in Monks on Wheels?

Yes, Monks on Wheels has women trek leads.

What type of venue will it be for the overnight stay? Whether accommodation will be separate for men and women?

Monks on Wheels keeps certain quality standards where we provide venues like home stays or campsites that are good and hygienic with neat and clean washrooms. And yes, we always provide separate accommodation for men and women.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Read the refund and cancellation policy for this event

For cancellation done by the customer: 1. 80% refund if a cancellation request is sent 30 days before the trip start date. 2. 50% refund if a cancellation request is sent between 30 to 15 days before the trip start date. 3. An email has to be sent to [email protected] to raise a cancellation request. 4. No refund within 15 days of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, COVID, Accident, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else). 5. No refund during/after the event. 6. No refund on the partial payment (advance) done to block your seat for the trip. For cancellation due external forces: Monks on Wheels may have to cancel the event in case of external factors that are beyond our control like Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather Conditions, Red Alerts, Political Disturbances, Bandh/Curfews, Local Issues, Road Blocks, Train cancellations, Covid-19 or any other disease outbreaks etc. In these scenarios: 1. No Refund is allowed. 2. 100% trip amount can be used for any other new trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost. 3. Once you confirm your participation on the new trip, all the above Cancellation policies will apply for the same.

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If you need more details about the event or have some questions for us, please go ahead and submit your details below. We'll be happy to assist you.

Official Adventure Partner

Departure
Date & Time

11/03/2025 1:00 pm

Return
Date & Time

16/03/2025 6:00 pm

Approved adventure tour operator

Pick-Up Points
(click here to view)

Sikkim Tour Package Overview

Sikkim will take you to all the natural wonders as the high mountain passes, pristine glaciers, ice-cold rivers, hot springs in contrast to that, alpine lakes, and a lot more.

In this backpacking trip, we will cover all the attractions in Sikkim, both East and North, and will also be visiting the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok.

The Lachung village, where we will be staying is a picturesque village by the mountains, blessed with mighty waterfalls, orchards of apricot and apple, and many handicraft centers.

So, what are you waiting for? Join us on this soul-soothing backpacking trip into nature.

Highlights of the Sikkim Trip:

Yumthang – Valley of Flowers
Lachung Valley
Free flowing Teesta River
7 Sisters Falls
Nathu La Pass, Baba Mandir
Changu Lake
Hot Water Springs
Pelling – Foothills of Mt. Kanchenjunga
Pelling Bird Park
Pelling Sky Walk (Glass Bridge)
Rabdentse Ruins
Ravangla – Buddha Park
Gangtok MG Road stroll

More Upcoming Event Dates

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Bagdogra to Gangtok

Travelers coming by Flight will get picked at Bagdogra Airport at around 1 PM in the afternoon followed by New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station around 01:15 PM.
We will start our journey towards the capital city of Sikkim – Gangtok along the curvy road that runs parallel to the free flowing Teesta river originating from the glaciers of Sikkim.
It’s a drive of 200 Km that usually takes 5 hours along with a Lunch stop.
Check into the guest house by late evening and take a walk on the famous MG marg – the mall road of Gangtok. You can try tasty momos or chow for Dinner and shop for items needed for the trip.
We will rest for a good day tomorrow.

Day 2: Day trip to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass

Start the day early with Breakfast
Go on a day trip towards picturesque oval-shaped Tsomgo Lake (also called Changu Lake) which is famous for sturdy Yaks, Red Panda and various migratory Birds.
Continue journey to Baba Mandir at an elevation of 13,000 feet. There is an interesting “Ghost” story of Baba Harbhajan Singh who served Indian Army during the 1960s.
We will then head to Nathula Pass on the Indo-China border at an elevation of 14,100 feet, which needs a special permit (we would have pre-applied beforehand).
Nathu La is strategically important for the Indian Army, and is one of the very few Himalayan border posts open for visitors like us.
Head back to the guest house by late evening.
Dinner with social gathering and take good rest for the night.

Day 3: Lachung valley Trip

Today we will start our journey towards high altitude North Sikkim famous for snow capped mountains, pristine lakes, gushing water falls and natural hot springs.
Note: This is going to be a long journey and only SUVs are allowed on this route by Sikkim government, so be mentally prepared.
Take pit stops at 7 Sisters waterfalls and Amitab Bachan falls in the middle.
Stop for Lunch at beautiful Chungthang village at the confluence of Lachen and Lachung rivers.
We will continue our journey to the next destination Lachung Valley.
Rest for the night at Lachung guest house.

Day 4: Yumthang Valley, back to Gangtok

Start the day very early around 5 AM.
We will head towards Yumthang valley, situated at an elevation of 11800 feet, a 1.5 hour drive from Lachung.
Yumthang which is known as ‘Valley of Flowers” is located in the valley by the Lachung river. It is a picture perfect setting surrounded by snow-clad mountains on all sides.
Give a visit to natural Yumthang hot springs which are known for their medicinal properties because of rich Sulphur and other mineral content. There is a beautiful walking bridge filled with colorful prayer flags across the river Lachung. Hot springs are located at the other side of the bridge. The temperature of hot water springs varies between 50 to 60 degrees celsius even in freezing winter times. Truly a little wonder of mother nature.
We will try local food for Lunch.
Note: There is a place named Zero point which is famous among tourists. If everyone wants to visit (and if Zero point is open), an instant permit needs to be taken over there. This permit amount shall be shared between group members.
Start return journey towards Gangtok by late afternoon.
Check into Gangtok guest house, Dinner and rest.

Day 5: Trip to Ravanlgla & Pelling stay

Check out of the Gangtok stay after a heavy Breakfast.
Start journey towards a peaceful village named Ravangla that has a Buddha Park where a giant statue of Buddha sits amidst the backdrop of Himalayas.
Take a stroll in the park, visit Museum, temple & spend some quality time meditating at this serene setting.
After Lunch, continue our journey to one of the most picturesque towns of Sikkim, Pelling that is located at the foothills of World’s 3rd highest peak – the mighty Kanchenjunga!
Dinner and rest at Pelling guest house.

Day 6: Pelling Local Attractions, Bagdogra Drop

Many people wake up around 5AM to catch a glimpse of first golden rays of Sun on the Kanchenjunga. This magical view of India’s highest mountain is visible almost from every street in Pelling on a clear day.
Check out of Pelling stay after Breakfast.
Visit the stunning Pelling Sky walk (Glass Bridge). Sky walk is a stunning place in Pelling with all safety measures. On a clear day, one can get to view magnificence of mighty Kanchenjunga.
After Sky walk, we will visit couple of interesting places in Pelling like Rabdentse Ruins and Bird Park for next 3 hours.
Have Lunch.
We will then bid adieu to the Himalayas of Sikkim and head back towards planes of West Bengal where we started our journey 6 days back.
Our driver will drop us near Bagdogra Airport close to your night stay.
Note: Currently there are no flights scheduled at night from Bagdogra Airport. So it is advised to book a night stay close to Airport. Our team can suggest some hotels nearby.

Note:

If you need assistance booking your flights, our team is happy to help.

Price Includes

Travel for 6 Days (Bagdogra to Bagdogra)
Stay for 5 nights (2 and 3 sharing rooms)
5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners (Pelling, Lachung & Gangtok)
Inner Line Permit (ILP) charges
Nathu La Special Permit (5500 INR)
Airport pickup and drop (fixed timings)
Trip Guide (for groups above 6 members)
Once in a lifetime experience visiting all places mentioned in Highlights section
GST

Price Excludes

Meals not mentioned in Inclusions
Any kind of activities, rides, entry tickets, shopping or misc. expenses other than mentioned in Inclusions
Any extra cost arising due to any change in the itinerary/stay/route on account of bad weather, traffic-congestion, landslides/roadblocks, natural calamities, political disturbances and/or any other factors beyond our control.

Sikkim Tour Package Photos

Pricing Details

Price for Per Person: 25675/- (inclusive of GST)

Advisory

Travel:

Trip starting/ending point: Bagdogra Airport (Siliguri)
Pick up and drop at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway station
Innova, Xylo, Hatchback or similar tourist vehicle (6 days journey)
Start time: First day, 01:45 PM (afternoon)
End time: Sixth day, 8:00 PM (evening)
You can book flights to/from Bagdogra based on the above timings.
Note: There is no night journey on this trip. All travel is during day time.
Note: We observed from previous batches that Spice Jet flights to Bagdogra Airport are usually always delayed. Since we cannot wait long on Day 1, we strongly recommend to book a day ahead and stay at a hotel, if you are booking Spice Jet flight.

Stay:

Comfortable, standard guest houses / hotels.
2 or 3 sharing rooms.
Gangtok 3 nights.
Lachung 1 night.
Pelling 1 night.
Note: At most places, an extra mattress will be given for 3 sharing rooms. Very rarely do we get 3 beds. So guests are expected to take mattress on a rotational basis.

Food:

5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners included.
Lunches are self-sponsored as we will be outside at that time.
How much you have to spend for good food?
200 – 250 per meal

Misc. info:

Batch size: 5 to 12
Trek Difficulty: No trekking
Max altitude: Lachung at 12000 feet above Sea level
Climate:
Very cold at Lachung
Cold at Gangtok, Pelling, other places.

What’s next after booking your trip:

Organizers will get in touch with you, or vice versa. After the confirmation, you may book your flights up and down.
A Whatsapp group will be created for all the registered folks 5 days before the event
You may discuss many things in the group and get prepared for the trip

Special Notes:

Expect seasonal variations in Sikkim depending on the month we are travelling
Travelers are expected to come with open heart by appreciating complexities of mother nature based on seasonal variations, monthly or even daily weather conditions.
There is no luxury involved in any part of this trip. This is a backpacking trip with basic facilities.

Seasonal Variations:

Mid Mar to June: Summers are pleasant in Sikkim which pull tourists in good numbers.
Jul to mid Sept (monsoons): The rains hit the eastern Himalayas starting from mid June. Journey would be tough during this time. We usually avoid traveling to Sikkim in rains.
Mid Sept to Nov (Post monsoon): Another good season to travel before extreme winter sets in. One can expect high tourist footfall in these months.
Dec to mid Mar: Temperatures will drop below 0 degrees towards the end of the year with the onset of snow fall covering the entire valley. It will be very difficult to travel and important roads will be closed by Indian Army.

COVID Safety & Guidelines

Double dose vaccination of COVID-19 or RTPCR Test report of COVID-19 less than 72 hours is mandatory for all participants.

General FAQs

What is Partial Payment? If partial payment is done, how to pay the remaining amount?

Partial payment is an advance paid to block your slot for a particular event. Remaining amount of the event to be paid online/cash on the day of the trip.

What kind of transport will be arranged by Monks on Wheels?

Monks on Wheels will be arranging an Non – AC tempo traveller or a mini bus depending on the group size.

From where will the transportation be arranged?

The transport will be arranged from Bengaluru.

After booking a trip, when will I receive further updates?

Our trips would get confirmed 2-3 days before the event date and you’ll be added to the trip’s WhatsApp group where you’ll receive further necessary information.

Where should we join, in case we are coming by our own transport arrangements?

Once your registration is confirmed, Monks on Wheels shall provide the exact location of our venue 2-3 days before the event.

Is there any age limit for Monks on Wheels’ trips?

What kind of events are these?

These are group events open to all categories of people.

How safe is it for women travelers?

What is the ratio of Men & Women in your events?

Monks on Wheels usually have more women travelers joining our trips. However, sometimes the ratio will be almost equal.

Do you have women trek organizers in Monks on Wheels?

Yes, Monks on Wheels has women trek leads.

What type of venue will it be for the overnight stay? Whether accommodation will be separate for men and women?

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Read the refund and cancellation policy for this event

Share this Event

Price

Inclusive of all taxes

If you need more details about the event or have some questions for us, please go ahead and submit your details below. We'll be happy to assist you.

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Departure
Date & Time

11/03/2025 1:00 pm

Return
Date & Time

16/03/2025 6:00 pm

Pick-Up Points
(click here to view)

Sikkim Tour Package Overview

Sikkim will take you to all the natural wonders as the high mountain passes, pristine glaciers, ice-cold rivers, hot springs in contrast to that, alpine lakes, and a lot more.

In this backpacking trip, we will cover all the attractions in Sikkim, both East and North, and will also be visiting the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok.

The Lachung village, where we will be staying is a picturesque village by the mountains, blessed with mighty waterfalls, orchards of apricot and apple, and many handicraft centers.

So, what are you waiting for? Join us on this soul-soothing backpacking trip into nature.

Highlights of the Sikkim Trip:

Yumthang – Valley of Flowers
Lachung Valley
Free flowing Teesta River
7 Sisters Falls
Nathu La Pass, Baba Mandir
Changu Lake
Hot Water Springs
Pelling – Foothills of Mt. Kanchenjunga
Pelling Bird Park
Pelling Sky Walk (Glass Bridge)
Rabdentse Ruins
Ravangla – Buddha Park
Gangtok MG Road stroll

More Upcoming Event Dates

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Bagdogra to Gangtok

Travelers coming by Flight will get picked at Bagdogra Airport at around 1 PM in the afternoon followed by New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station around 01:15 PM.
We will start our journey towards the capital city of Sikkim – Gangtok along the curvy road that runs parallel to the free flowing Teesta river originating from the glaciers of Sikkim.
It’s a drive of 200 Km that usually takes 5 hours along with a Lunch stop.
Check into the guest house by late evening and take a walk on the famous MG marg – the mall road of Gangtok. You can try tasty momos or chow for Dinner and shop for items needed for the trip.
We will rest for a good day tomorrow.

Day 2: Day trip to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass

Start the day early with Breakfast
Go on a day trip towards picturesque oval-shaped Tsomgo Lake (also called Changu Lake) which is famous for sturdy Yaks, Red Panda and various migratory Birds.
Continue journey to Baba Mandir at an elevation of 13,000 feet. There is an interesting “Ghost” story of Baba Harbhajan Singh who served Indian Army during the 1960s.
We will then head to Nathula Pass on the Indo-China border at an elevation of 14,100 feet, which needs a special permit (we would have pre-applied beforehand).
Nathu La is strategically important for the Indian Army, and is one of the very few Himalayan border posts open for visitors like us.
Head back to the guest house by late evening.
Dinner with social gathering and take good rest for the night.

Day 3: Lachung valley Trip

Today we will start our journey towards high altitude North Sikkim famous for snow capped mountains, pristine lakes, gushing water falls and natural hot springs.
Note: This is going to be a long journey and only SUVs are allowed on this route by Sikkim government, so be mentally prepared.
Take pit stops at 7 Sisters waterfalls and Amitab Bachan falls in the middle.
Stop for Lunch at beautiful Chungthang village at the confluence of Lachen and Lachung rivers.
We will continue our journey to the next destination Lachung Valley.
Rest for the night at Lachung guest house.

Day 4: Yumthang Valley, back to Gangtok

Start the day very early around 5 AM.
We will head towards Yumthang valley, situated at an elevation of 11800 feet, a 1.5 hour drive from Lachung.
Yumthang which is known as ‘Valley of Flowers” is located in the valley by the Lachung river. It is a picture perfect setting surrounded by snow-clad mountains on all sides.
Give a visit to natural Yumthang hot springs which are known for their medicinal properties because of rich Sulphur and other mineral content. There is a beautiful walking bridge filled with colorful prayer flags across the river Lachung. Hot springs are located at the other side of the bridge. The temperature of hot water springs varies between 50 to 60 degrees celsius even in freezing winter times. Truly a little wonder of mother nature.
We will try local food for Lunch.
Note: There is a place named Zero point which is famous among tourists. If everyone wants to visit (and if Zero point is open), an instant permit needs to be taken over there. This permit amount shall be shared between group members.
Start return journey towards Gangtok by late afternoon.
Check into Gangtok guest house, Dinner and rest.

Day 5: Trip to Ravanlgla & Pelling stay

Check out of the Gangtok stay after a heavy Breakfast.
Start journey towards a peaceful village named Ravangla that has a Buddha Park where a giant statue of Buddha sits amidst the backdrop of Himalayas.
Take a stroll in the park, visit Museum, temple & spend some quality time meditating at this serene setting.
After Lunch, continue our journey to one of the most picturesque towns of Sikkim, Pelling that is located at the foothills of World’s 3rd highest peak – the mighty Kanchenjunga!
Dinner and rest at Pelling guest house.

Day 6: Pelling Local Attractions, Bagdogra Drop

Many people wake up around 5AM to catch a glimpse of first golden rays of Sun on the Kanchenjunga. This magical view of India’s highest mountain is visible almost from every street in Pelling on a clear day.
Check out of Pelling stay after Breakfast.
Visit the stunning Pelling Sky walk (Glass Bridge). Sky walk is a stunning place in Pelling with all safety measures. On a clear day, one can get to view magnificence of mighty Kanchenjunga.
After Sky walk, we will visit couple of interesting places in Pelling like Rabdentse Ruins and Bird Park for next 3 hours.
Have Lunch.
We will then bid adieu to the Himalayas of Sikkim and head back towards planes of West Bengal where we started our journey 6 days back.
Our driver will drop us near Bagdogra Airport close to your night stay.
Note: Currently there are no flights scheduled at night from Bagdogra Airport. So it is advised to book a night stay close to Airport. Our team can suggest some hotels nearby.

Note:

If you need assistance booking your flights, our team is happy to help.

Price Includes

Travel for 6 Days (Bagdogra to Bagdogra)
Stay for 5 nights (2 and 3 sharing rooms)
5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners (Pelling, Lachung & Gangtok)
Inner Line Permit (ILP) charges
Nathu La Special Permit (5500 INR)
Airport pickup and drop (fixed timings)
Trip Guide (for groups above 6 members)
Once in a lifetime experience visiting all places mentioned in Highlights section
GST

Price Excludes

Meals not mentioned in Inclusions
Any kind of activities, rides, entry tickets, shopping or misc. expenses other than mentioned in Inclusions
Any extra cost arising due to any change in the itinerary/stay/route on account of bad weather, traffic-congestion, landslides/roadblocks, natural calamities, political disturbances and/or any other factors beyond our control.

Sikkim Tour Package Photos

Pricing Details

Price for Per Person: 25675/- (inclusive of GST)

Advisory

Travel:

Trip starting/ending point: Bagdogra Airport (Siliguri)
Pick up and drop at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway station
Innova, Xylo, Hatchback or similar tourist vehicle (6 days journey)
Start time: First day, 01:45 PM (afternoon)
End time: Sixth day, 8:00 PM (evening)
You can book flights to/from Bagdogra based on the above timings.
Note: There is no night journey on this trip. All travel is during day time.
Note: We observed from previous batches that Spice Jet flights to Bagdogra Airport are usually always delayed. Since we cannot wait long on Day 1, we strongly recommend to book a day ahead and stay at a hotel, if you are booking Spice Jet flight.

Stay:

Comfortable, standard guest houses / hotels.
2 or 3 sharing rooms.
Gangtok 3 nights.
Lachung 1 night.
Pelling 1 night.
Note: At most places, an extra mattress will be given for 3 sharing rooms. Very rarely do we get 3 beds. So guests are expected to take mattress on a rotational basis.

Food:

5 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners included.
Lunches are self-sponsored as we will be outside at that time.
How much you have to spend for good food?
200 – 250 per meal

Misc. info:

Batch size: 5 to 12
Trek Difficulty: No trekking
Max altitude: Lachung at 12000 feet above Sea level
Climate:
Very cold at Lachung
Cold at Gangtok, Pelling, other places.

What’s next after booking your trip:

Organizers will get in touch with you, or vice versa. After the confirmation, you may book your flights up and down.
A Whatsapp group will be created for all the registered folks 5 days before the event
You may discuss many things in the group and get prepared for the trip

Special Notes:

Expect seasonal variations in Sikkim depending on the month we are travelling
Travelers are expected to come with open heart by appreciating complexities of mother nature based on seasonal variations, monthly or even daily weather conditions.
There is no luxury involved in any part of this trip. This is a backpacking trip with basic facilities.

Seasonal Variations:

Mid Mar to June: Summers are pleasant in Sikkim which pull tourists in good numbers.
Jul to mid Sept (monsoons): The rains hit the eastern Himalayas starting from mid June. Journey would be tough during this time. We usually avoid traveling to Sikkim in rains.
Mid Sept to Nov (Post monsoon): Another good season to travel before extreme winter sets in. One can expect high tourist footfall in these months.
Dec to mid Mar: Temperatures will drop below 0 degrees towards the end of the year with the onset of snow fall covering the entire valley. It will be very difficult to travel and important roads will be closed by Indian Army.

COVID Safety & Guidelines

Double dose vaccination of COVID-19 or RTPCR Test report of COVID-19 less than 72 hours is mandatory for all participants.

General FAQs

What is Partial Payment? If partial payment is done, how to pay the remaining amount?

Partial payment is an advance paid to block your slot for a particular event. Remaining amount of the event to be paid online/cash on the day of the trip.

What kind of transport will be arranged by Monks on Wheels?

Monks on Wheels will be arranging an Non – AC tempo traveller or a mini bus depending on the group size.

From where will the transportation be arranged?

The transport will be arranged from Bengaluru.

After booking a trip, when will I receive further updates?

Our trips would get confirmed 2-3 days before the event date and you’ll be added to the trip’s WhatsApp group where you’ll receive further necessary information.

Where should we join, in case we are coming by our own transport arrangements?

Once your registration is confirmed, Monks on Wheels shall provide the exact location of our venue 2-3 days before the event.

Is there any age limit for Monks on Wheels’ trips?

What kind of events are these?

These are group events open to all categories of people.

How safe is it for women travelers?

What is the ratio of Men & Women in your events?

Monks on Wheels usually have more women travelers joining our trips. However, sometimes the ratio will be almost equal.

Do you have women trek organizers in Monks on Wheels?

Yes, Monks on Wheels has women trek leads.

What type of venue will it be for the overnight stay? Whether accommodation will be separate for men and women?