Sikkim is an Indian state situated in the northeastern part of the country. It is located in the eastern Himalayas and is considered to be one of the smallest states in the country. It is bordered by Tibet, Bhutan, West Bengal, and Nepal. With the picturesque Gangtok as its capital, Sikkim is distinguished for its rich biodiversity, subtropical and alpine climates, and for providing the best views of the Kanchenjunga. Additionally, this state houses perhaps the most friendly and helpful natives in the country. The local population consists of groups like the Nepalis, the Lepchas, and the Bhutias. Mainlanders like the Bengalis, Biharis, and Marwaris have also found a home in Sikkim. Despite the diversity, Sikkim is synonymous with peaceful co-existence. Although Hinduism is the majority religion, there are also Buddhist, Christian, and Muslim influences. Besides this, Sikkim is also a multilinguistic state. The main languages include Nepali, Sikkimese, and Lepcha. Other than this, English, Hindi, Gurung, Limbu, Magar, Sherpa, and Rai. The state has six key districts, namely, Mungan, Gangtok, Namchi, Pakyong, Gyalshing, and Soreng. Each of these districts is like a piece of heaven on earth, known for its wide landscapes, historical significance, and beautiful tourist spots. The regional significance of Sikkim given tourism is as follows-
East Sikkim
Attractions include Nathula Pass, Tsomgo Lake, Aritar, Zuluk, Gangtok, Jelepla Pass, Kupup Pass, and the Silk Route.
North Sikkim
Key attractions are Chungthang, Lachen, Thangu, Kalapatthar, Chopta Valley, Gurudongmar Lake, Lachung, Yumthang, Yumesamdong, Zero Point, Sanglaphu Cho, Lachung, and Katao.
South Sikkim
Attractions in this region include Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse, Namchi, and Ravangla.
West Sikkim
Varsey, Hilley, Okhrey, Uttarey, Pelling, Pemayangtse, Yuksom, Dentam
All of the spots mentioned above are covered under our Sikkim tour Package.
In this tour we will cover the following places.
Day 01: New Jalpaiguri/Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok (5500 FTS/120 KMS/4-5 HRS)
Upon arrival, meet our representative and drive to Gangtok. Arrival at Gangtok, check into the Hotel. Evening free to walk around the Mall (On MG Road). Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 02: GTK-TSHANGU LAKE (12500 FT) BABA HARBHAJAN SINGH MANDIR (13150 FT) NATHULA PASS (14500 FT)
Breakfast at a Hotel. Drive to Tsomgo (Changu Lake 40 kms)- Oval shaped Sacred Lake enroute to Nathula Pass (Indo – Chinese Border). Drive to Nathula Pass (15 kms further) enroute visit Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Explore Around the Pass. Drive back to Gangtok via the same route (55 kms). Free & Leisure time to stroll in the market area. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
In this tour we will cover the following places.
Day01:-Arrival at NJp/ IXB Apt/ Siliguri, Transfer to Pelling by exclusive Car, (Breakfast & Lunch en-route own expenses) on arrival, check in at Hotel, free to relax, o/n stay.
Day02:- After breakfast, Leave for Pelling Local sightseeing of Kanchenjunga falls, Rimbi Falls, Khechopilari lake, Skywalk, then back to hotel , post lunch (own cost) Rubdentse ruins, Peymeyangtse Monastery , evening free to relax.
Day03:- After breakfast , leave for Gangtok 6 hrs drive via Rabongla , on arrival check – in at Hotel , for overnight stay.
Day04:- After breakfast, Gangtok Local sightseeing, rest of the day evening free, o/n stay at Hotel.
In this tour we will cover the following places.
Day01:-Arrival at NJp/ IXB Apt/ Siliguri, Transfer to Gangtok
Day02:- After breakfast, check out from Gangtok Hotel and transfer to Bajra Stand for the North Sikkim tour . Board the Vehicle for North Sikkim tour, Enroute stop by butterfly water falls and drive to Rangrang (1 hrs from WF), Lunch at Rangrang. Enroute stop by the Naga waterfalls. Drive to Chungthang, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and further to Lachen (9000 fts/127 kms/5-6 hrs from Gangtok). On arrival check in at Hotel, O/n stay.
Day03:- Start at 04 a.m and drive to Gurudongmar Lake (65 kms/17400 fts) En-route stop by Thangu village (14300 fts/22 kms from Lachen/Last settlement on the frontier) for Permit and entry formalities. Visit Gurudongamar lake,(*Gurudongmar Lake is subjected to the availability of PAP/RAP and with extra costs) spend around an hour and drive back to Lachen for lunch with enroute sightseeing of Chopta & Thangu Valley.
Day01:- Arrival at NJp/ IXB Apt/ Siliguri, Transfer to Aritar for o/n stay.
Day02:- After breakfast leave for Zuluk Valley via Rongli Checkpost for entry formalities. On the way visit Lingthan, Qkhola Falls and Padamchen. On arrival Check in at Homestay for o/n stay. The rest of the evening is free to relax.
Day03 :- After breakfast , Zuluk to Kupup valley sightseeing and back to Zuluk again for overnight stay. day excursion trip places to visit Tamvi view point. Lungthung, Bhul-bhulia road, Laxumanchok-Gnathang Valley, Tukla Valley, Jelepla pass, elephant lake (kupup lake). Original old baba mandir. Kupup village, etc.
Day04:- After breakfast, drive back to Rongli check post. Then leave for Reshikhola ( Resikhola is in West Bengal, but you have to access from East Sikkim, close to Rangpo & Aritar.) On arrival check in at Homestay. Post lunch free to relax. o/n stay.
Day05:- After breakfast, Check out from the Hotel & transfer to NJp/ Siliguri.
In this tour we will cover the following places .
D1:- NJP/ Bagdogra Airport to Pelling
D2:- Pelling to Yuksom
D3- Yuksom to Tshoka
D4-Tshoka to Dzongri
D5- Dzongri stay for acclimatization, you can view from Dzongri Top, Kabru (7353 m), Ratong (6678 m), Kanchenjunga (8534 m), Koktang (6147 m), Pandim (6691 m) and Narsing (5825 m). Towards the west, the Singalila Ridge, which separates Sikkim from Nepal, can be seen.
Treking zone of Darjeeling
Day01:-Uttarey to Chiwa Bhanjyang (10,498 ft) | Trek: 14 km in 6 – 7 hrs
Day02:-Chiwa Bhanjyang Rest and Acclimatization (10,498 ft) | Trek: 4 – 5 hrs
Day03:-Chiwa Bhanjyang to Ghairi (11811 ft) | Trek: 10 km in 5 – 6 hrs
Day04:-Ghairi to Dhor (12,795 ft) | Trek: 9 km in 5 – 6 hrs
Day05:-Dhor to Pare Megu (12,467 ft) | Trek: 12 km in 6 – 7 hrs
Day06:-Pare Megu to Lam Pokhari (13,451 ft) | Trek: 11 km in 4 – 5 hrs
We at Skysketchindia Holiday aim to provide you with the best holiday experience in Sikkim. Sikkim is like a thrilling package in the form of a state. This is why we offer numerous packages, like the North Sikkim tour package, the Sikkim tour package for 7 days, the Sikkim tour package for 5 days, and the Sikkim tour package for 4 days. The charm that Sikkim holds is truly comparable to nothing else. This state might be tiny, but it houses nearly 28 mountains, more than 80 glaciers, 5 hot springs, and 27 lakes. Out of these natural wonders, the Kanchenjunga is the most notable. Along with that, other peaks include Mount Jopuno, Lama Wangden, Brumkhangse, and the Frey Peak. Thousands of tourists come to this state to witness wonders like Zuluk and Gangtok in East Sikkim, Yumthang Valley, Lachen, and Gurudongmar Lake in North Sikkim, Namchi in South Sikkim, and Pelling in West Sikkim. Out of all the mentioned spots, Pelling offers the best view of the Kanchenjunga. Apart from these mentioned spots, our Sikkim tour package also covers specific spots as well.
There are many ways to reach Sikkim from Kolkata. You can choose either flight or train. If you are feeling particularly adventurous, you can hit the road. However, the best option to travel from Kolkata to Sikkim is by air. You need to board a flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra Airport, as it is the most convenient. There are many flight options, such as SpiceJet and IndiGo. It will be convenient as Bagdogra is the closest to Sikkim, with the distance between both being 120km. The journey will take no more than 1.2 hours. After that, you can take a taxi or cab from Bagdogra to Gangtok.
However, it is worth mentioning that although convenient, opting for a flight is not a very cost-effective option. Therefore, if you are on a budget, rail is the option that is best suited for you. From Howrah Station, you can take a train to New Jalpaiguri. This can be done by boarding the Darjeeling Mail, Padatik Express, or the Kanchenjunga Express. The entire journey will take no more than 12 hours. After that, you can take a taxi from NJP and reach Gangtok within 4 to 5 hours.
You can also choose to travel by road. It is the cheapest and also the most time-consuming way to travel to Sikkim from Kolkata. However, its thrill is comparable with no other. There are buses available that can take you from Kolkata to Siliguri. Once you reach there, you can take a local taxi to Gangtok. No matter what medium you choose to reach Sikkim in, our Sikkim tour packages from Kolkata will ensure you have the best possible Sikkimese experience. Our Sikkim tour package is the best in the market.
There are different times you can visit Sikkim from Kolkata. When you decide to travel, you can choose the Sikkim tour package provided by us, Skysketchindia Holidays. Considering this, the best times to visit this paradise are:
Spring
Sikkimese Spring lasts from March till May. It is the best season for tourism in the state. The weather is comforting, and the temperature stays between 10°C to 25°C. A key natural speciality of the season is the rhododendrons and the stunning green valleys. The pleasant weather, combined with stable weather, and greenery, makes it perfect for adventure lovers.
Autumn
Autumn is also a great time for exploring Sikkim. Similar to Spring, it offers cosy weather, a stable climate, and lush green expanses of greenery, and wildlife. It is worth noting that within our Sikkim tour package, this is the best time to see the Himalayas. Autumn in Sikkim lasts from September to November.
Winter
Winter is another great time to visit Sikkim. It is one of the longest seasons lasting from December to February. Sikkim is a true snow wonderland during winter. Certain places like Tsomgo Lake, Yumthang Valley, and Lachen bloom into their full beauty only during this season. On the same note, it is worth mentioning that during this time, the weather becomes unstable, with biting cold, and howling winds. Therefore, you must carry the appropriate trip essentials.
Apart from these times, please avoid Sikkim during Monsoons. There is a huge danger of encountering landslides.
There are many activities you can enjoy in our Sikkim tour package. Some of them are:
Trekking
This is one of the key highlights of our Sikkim tour package. Sikkim is a Himalayan state, and therefore, offers the best trekking experience. Once in Sikkim, you must enjoy the Dzongri- Goecha La Trek. This is the most popular out of all other trekking options. It will show you a floral view of Sikkim, along with small forests, and other forms of greenery. Other trekking options are Monastic Trek, Rhododendron Trek, Khangchendzonga Trek, Khedi Trek, Singalila Trek, and Rinchenpong/Soreng Trek.
River Rafting
River rafting is an adventure sport that is one of the key attractions of our Sikkim tour package. Sikkim has it all-from gentle waves, to thundering falls that can only be bested by the most experienced rafters. The adventures that you can have on the wild river Teesta are unforgettable. You can have the best river rafting experience regardless of your history with the sport. Both beginners and experts can take the help of the Department of Tourism of Sikkim. Their travel guides can arrange the rafting trip for you. You can be assured that the prices attached to this adventure will be reasonable.
Mountain Biking
A very recently introduced sport in our Sikkim tour package, mountain biking will surely satiate all your adventure needs. It has already gained significant attention from oncoming tourists, and even locals. There are many mountain biking routes all across Sikkim. The most popular among them are Gangtok- Phodong- Rangrang- Dikchu Makha- Sirwani- Temi, and Rangpo- Rhenock- Rongli-Barapathing-Pakyong-Ranipool-Gangtok-Rumtek-Sang-Temi-Ravang-Tashiding-Pelling-Khechopalri Lake-Yuksom-Rabong-Dikchu-Mangan-Lachung-Yumthang. You will have to return the same way.
Mountaineering
The most sought-after adventure sport in our Sikkim tour package. Since Sikkim is a Himalayan state, there are ample opportunities to fulfil your mountaineering dreams. You can climb natural wonders like Jopuno, Tinchenkhang, Frey’s Peak, Lamo Angden, and Byrmkhangse. It is safe if you follow all the required safety protocols.
With our Sikkim Tour package, you will carry memories that will stay with you forever!
Our Sikkim tour package has certain particulars that you must take note of. Considering this, the Sikkim tour package will include:
Accommodation
Breakfast
Transfers
All places of sightseeing
For more information get in touch with us, at SkysketchIndia Holidays.
The Sikkim Tour Package excludes:
Meals
Personal costs
Medication
Health aides
Meals (excluding breakfast) will not be included unless specified earlier.
To get the complete experience of the Sikkim tour package, you need to bring some trip essentials. This will ensure your comfort, and peace of mind.
Breathable T-shirts, and pants
Fleece jackets and other insulating clothes
Proper hiking shoes and equipment
Hooded Waterproof jacket
Woollen hiking socks
Daypack
First aid kit
Headlamps
Emergency batteries and portable electronics
Please ensure to bring all of these things during the trip. It will only maximize your comfort, which will enhance your overall trip experience.
Documents required to travel to Sikkim
Certain documents are required for travelling to Sikkim from Kolkata as id proof to produce at the Hotel for check-in and travel to restricted areas of Sikkim. Any of these are:
Aadhar Card ( Mandatory for visiting restricted areas)
Driving License
Passport
Voter ID Card
If you are travelling with minors please also carry their School ID, Birth Certificate, Adhar card and Passport (if available).
Depends on the number of heads travelling together and seasonality.
Minimum 3 n/ 4 days to cover Gangtok – The Capital city of Sikkim and a maximum of 21 days to cover the rest of the state.
North Sikkim tour can be started from Gangtok in East Sikkim or Dikchu of South Sikkim.
Sikkim has an alpine and subtropical climate and contains the highest peak of India and the third highest peak of the World, Mt. Kanchenjunga.
Yes, even for Solo female travellers.
In 4 days you can cover the most beautiful place Tsongmo Lake, Nathula Pass staying in Gangtok.
Yes. In the North Sikkim Tour, Tsongmo Lake ( Changu Lake), Nathula Pass, Zuluk and Nathang Valley in East Sikkim and also from Versy in West Sikkim.
If you want to enjoy the Radhodendron then April to the end of May for Snow December to March.
Yes, which is available from Gangtok only on the same day of departure by producing two passport-size photos & ID proof. ( Xerox copy of Passport or Election Card/Driving license) For children under 18 years old, if a passport is not available, then a Birth Certificate copy along with the father’s ID.
Nathula Pass is open for tourists from 8 AM to 4 PM except Monday & Tuesday.
You have to apply in advance from Gangtok along with two recent coloured photographs and ID proof same as the permit for Changu Lake.
It depends on the number of heads travelling and the season of travel.
East Sikkim & West Sikkim, comfortable stay options are there and fit to travel for all age.
Minimum 6 to 7 hours depending on road conditions.
Minimum one week time.
No, normally Snow Fall starts in December.
If you travel by bus from Siliguri or in a sharing transport, along with homestay or budget stay accommodation then you will be able to make a budget-friendly tour in Sikkim.
The best is Gangtok in East Sikkim & Pelling in West Sikkim.
The only option is by road from Gangtok, for that, you have to book a package tour which includes accommodation, transportation & food.