9 day itinerary
Sikkim
Itinerary
Sure, I'd be happy to help you plan your 9-day itinerary in Sikkim! Here's a suggested day-by-day plan:
Day 1: Arrival in
- Arrive at Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station and drive to (4-5 hours)
- Check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the city on foot
- Visit , the main shopping street in , and try some local food
Day 2: Sightseeing
- Start your day with a visit to the , one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim
- Next, head to the to learn about Tibetan culture and history
- After lunch, visit the and the , both important Buddhist sites
- End your day with a visit to the , a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery
Day 3: to
- Drive from to (6-7 hours)
- On the way, stop at the and for stunning views of the Himalayas
- Check into your hotel in and spend the evening relaxing and acclimatizing to the altitude
Day 4: to and
- Wake up early and drive to , one of the highest lakes in the world (17,800 feet)
- Spend some time admiring the breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains
- Return to for breakfast and then drive to (2-3 hours)
- Check into your hotel in and spend the evening exploring the town
Day 5: and
- Drive to , also known as the Valley of Flowers, and spend some time admiring the beautiful scenery
- Next, drive to , a high-altitude area with stunning views of snow-capped mountains
- Return to for the night
Day 6: to
- Drive back to (5-6 hours)
- On the way, stop at the and the
- Check into your hotel in and spend the evening relaxing or exploring the city on your own
Day 7: to
- Drive from to (4-5 hours)
- On the way, stop at the , one of the most scenic tea gardens in India
- Check into your hotel in and spend the evening exploring the town
Day 8: Sightseeing
- Start your day with a visit to the , one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim
- Next, head to the , the former capital of the Kingdom of Sikkim
- After lunch, visit the , a sacred lake surrounded by lush green forests
- End your day with a visit to the , located on a hilltop with stunning views of the surrounding mountains
Day 9: Departure
- Drive back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station (5-6 hours) for your departure flight/train
I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to Sikkim! Let me know if you have any questions or need further assistance.