North Sikkim Winter Expedition
In short
North Sikkim Winter Expedition is a 7 Days adventure tour in Sikkim priced from ₹39,999 per person. It is rated Challenging difficulty, runs best in Oct-Mar. Booking direct with XTSY includes transport, permits and a local expert guide.
North Sikkim Winter Expedition at a glance
- Price (per person)
- ₹39,999
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Location
- Sikkim
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Best season
- Oct-Mar
- Category
- adventure
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Adventure through snow-kissed valleys and pristine winter landscapes — challenging high-altitude exploration.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1· Drive: 4-5 hrs via NH10
Bagdogra to Gangtok
- Pickup from Bagdogra Airport/NJP Station
- Scenic drive along Teesta River
- Arrival in Gangtok — capital of Sikkim
- MG Marg evening walk
- Permit processing for North Sikkim
Overnight: Gangtok
- 2Day 2
Gangtok Sightseeing
- Visit Rumtek Monastery — seat of Karmapa
- Enchey Monastery — 200-year-old hilltop monastery
- Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
- Flower Exhibition Centre — orchids & rhododendrons
- Tashi Viewpoint — Kanchenjunga panorama
- Ropeway ride over Gangtok valley
Overnight: Gangtok
- 3Day 3· Drive: 6-7 hrs via Chungthang
Gangtok to Lachung
- Drive through Seven Sisters Waterfalls
- Naga Waterfall stop
- Chungthang confluence — Lachen & Lachung rivers
- Arrival at Lachung — alpine village at 9,600 ft
- Evening walk in Lachung village
- Hot soup & bonfire at hotel
Overnight: Lachung
- 4Day 4· Drive: 1.5 hrs to Yumthang, 2.5 hrs to Zero Point
Yumthang Valley & Zero Point
- Drive to Yumthang Valley — Valley of Flowers
- Hot springs at Yumthang
- Continue to Zero Point (15,300 ft) — snow experience
- Photography at snow-covered peaks
- Return to Lachung via scenic route
Overnight: Lachung
- 5Day 5· Drive: 4-5 hrs via Chungthang
Lachung to Lachen
- Drive to Lachen — gateway to Gurudongmar
- Scenic route through rhododendron forests
- Lachen village walk — Lachenpa tribe interaction
- Early dinner & rest for high-altitude day ahead
Overnight: Lachen
- 6Day 6· Drive: 4 hrs one way (17,100 ft)
Gurudongmar Lake
- 4:00 AM departure for Gurudongmar Lake
- Drive through Thangu & Chopta Valley
- Arrive at Gurudongmar — sacred high-altitude lake
- Photography at one of the world's highest lakes
- High-altitude acclimatization experience
- Return to Lachen
Overnight: Lachen
- 7Day 7· Drive: 6-7 hrs
Lachen to Gangtok & Departure
- Drive back to Gangtok via scenic route
- Stop at Singhik viewpoint — Kanchenjunga views
- Farewell lunch at Gangtok
- Continue to Bagdogra Airport/NJP Station
- Trip concludes
What’s included
- ✓ Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
- ✓ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓ Private transportation throughout
- ✓ Local expert guide
- ✓ All entry fees and permits
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
Not included
- ✕ Flights/train tickets to & from destination
- ✕ Personal expenses & tips
- ✕ Travel insurance
- ✕ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What's the best time to do this tour?
The best season for this tour is Oct-Mar. Weather is ideal and all activities are accessible.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
This tour is rated as "Challenging". Prior trekking experience recommended.
What about group sizes?
We keep groups small (4-12 people) for the best experience.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes! We offer private tours with customizable itineraries. Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
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₹39,999 per person
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