Best North Sikkim Tour Package | Best Itinerary & Cost

North Sikkim Tour Packages are the most availed trips to the state due to high altitude snow peaked mountains, alpine & tundra vegetation and the barren landscapes higher up. Yumthang Valley, Gurudongmar Lake, Zero Point, Dzongu(a hamlet of the indigenous Lepcha community), Cafe 15000(highest Cafeteria of the world) are some of the popular tourist attractions. Yumthang valley which is covered by snow most of the year, is unique for orchids that bloom during the spring & summer season making it the most visited place of North Sikkim Tour Packages. There are numerous waterfalls all along the route from Gangtok, Seven Sisters Falls, Bhim Nala falls are some worth mentioning. 

For adventure seekers, North Sikkim has some popular trek routes, Green Lake Trek being the most popular. 

North Sikkim attracts huge number of tourists during the March- June season, however October to December you can visit Lachung & Lachen but places like Zero point, Gurudongmar lake, etc. may be out of bounds due to heavy snowfall. Winters & Monsoon are strictly avoidable. 

To visit North Sikkim one needs to apply for inner line permits, tourists other than Indians are only permitted till Lachung with local guides. North Sikkim roads are cut from Gangtok during monsoon due to landslides and no permits are issued in anticipation of bad weather. It is wise to consult a tour operators with up to date knowledge of the situation and if necessary take alternate tour plan Itinerary to east, south or west Sikkim instead of  North Sikkim Tour Package. 

📍 Day 1: Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok

Arrive at NJP Railway Station / Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport before 2:30 PM and begin your journey towards Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.

• Pickup from designated point at Bagdogra Airport or Siliguri 
• Scenic drive through hills and Teesta River (4–5 hours) 

Upon arrival, check into your hotel or homestay in Gangtok and relax.

👉 Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Reporting Time: 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM
Departure Time: 08:30 AM – 09:00 AM

Start your North Sikkim tour with a picturesque drive towards Lachung, a beautiful Himalayan village.

• Seven Sister Waterfalls – A stunning multi-step waterfall 
• Bhim Nala Waterfall (Amitabh Bachchan Falls) – One of the tallest waterfalls in Sikkim 

Reach Lachung by evening and check into your homestay. Enjoy dinner and relax.

👉 Overnight stay in Lachung

Breakfast Time: 07:00 AM – 07:30 AM

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Yumthang Valley, one of the most scenic destinations in North Sikkim.

• Yumthang Valley (Valley of Flowers) – Famous for alpine flowers and snow views 
• Hot Spring – Natural sulfur spring with medicinal benefits 

• Zero Point (Yumesamdong) – Snow-covered landscape (₹500 per person) 
• Mount Katao – Adventure spot with snow activities (₹500 per person) 

Return to Lachung by afternoon.

👉 Lunch & dinner at homestay | Overnight stay in Lachung

Breakfast Time: 07:00 AM – 07:30 AM

After breakfast, check out from your homestay and drive back to Gangtok.

Enjoy scenic mountain views during your return journey and reach Gangtok by evening.

👉 Overnight stay in Gangtok

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed towards Siliguri / NJP / Bagdogra Airport.

• Comfortable drive (4–5 hours) 
• Drop at designated point as per your departure schedule 

👉 Tour ends with unforgettable memories of North Sikkim

The Yumthang Valley also called Sikkim Valley of Flowers is the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary with rivers, hot springs, yaks, and flowery meadows surrounded by the Himalayan mountains. It's altitude is 11,693 ft above and about 150 kilometers from Gangtok. During spring, rhododendron & orchid flowers bloom which appears as a carpet on the valley.  A tributary of the river Teesta flows all long the the valley and road to Lachung, the nearest town where tourist put up for the night. Yumthang is closed between December and March due to heavy snowfall. There is a hot spring in the Yumthang valley. Yumthang Valley is the most popular tourist destination for people going for North Sikkim Tour Packages.

North Sikkim has high altitudes, especially at Gurudongmar Lake. Carry medicines for altitude sickness and stay hydrated.

Infants beolw 4 yrs and Senior Citizen bewond 65 yrs of Age are not allowed in the region.

Pack warm clothes, even in summer, as the temperature can drop drastically in higher altitudes.

Roads in North Sikkim can be bumpy and challenging, especially during monsoon season (June-August). Plan accordingly and avoid the monsoon months at all cost.

Check with your tour operator about permits and ensure they are obtained in advance for a smooth trip.

North Sikkim has high altitudes, especially at Gurudongmar Lake. Carry medicines for altitude sickness and stay hydrated.

Infants beolw 4 yrs and Senior Citizen bewond 65 yrs of Age are not allowed in the region.

Pack warm clothes, even in summer, as the temperature can drop drastically in higher altitudes.

Roads in North Sikkim can be bumpy and challenging, especially during monsoon season (June-August). Plan accordingly and avoid the monsoon months at all cost.

Check with your tour operator about permits and ensure they are obtained in advance for a smooth trip.