Sikkim Travel FAQs: Your Travel Guide to the Mystical Himalayan Paradise

EastIndiaTrip focuses on understanding your travel dreams rather than just selling tour packages. Our experienced travel experts design customized, affordable, exciting, and safe tour packages for Gangtok, North Sikkim, South Sikkim, and Darjeeling, ensuring a memorable and stress-free holiday experience.

With over 10 years of experience in the tourism industry, we proudly serve every traveler as our Atithi (Guest), guided by the timeless principle “Atithi Devo Bhava.” Our deep local knowledge and customer-centric approach help us deliver authentic and well-planned journeys across East India.

Our motto is to provide an efficient, reliable, and hassle-free holiday experience. We offer complete travel solutions with best-in-class services at the most competitive prices, making your dream vacation comfortable, seamless, and truly unforgettable.

The package includes shared transportation from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport as per your preference, accommodation in Gangtok on a twin or triple-sharing basis, all meals as per the itinerary, sightseeing, and complete assistance with North Sikkim permits (R.A.P & P.A.P).

The package starts at Rs.9,999 per person. During peak season, festivals, or high-demand periods, prices may increase.

Yes. This sharing package is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups who want to explore North Sikkim on a budget while traveling safely with others.

The tour covers Lachen, Lachung, Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang Valley, and scenic stops like Seven Sisters Waterfalls, Naga Waterfalls, and Chungthang Confluence.

Zero Point is optional and available at an additional cost.

Yes. Gurudongmar Lake, one of the highest and most sacred lakes in the world, is included in the itinerary on Day 2, subject to weather and road conditions.

Yes. North Sikkim is a restricted area and requires Restricted Area Permit (R.A.P) and Protected Area Permit (P.A.P).

Don’t worry EastIndiaTrip will arranges all permits for you.

Adults: Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport

Children: Birth Certificate or Passport

You should carry photocopies and passport-sized photographs.

No. Zero Point is optional and can be visited at an additional cost of Rs. 500 per person, payable on the spot.

EastIndia provide Super Delux Hotel accommodation which is clean, cozy like homestays in Gangtok, on a twin sharing basis, ensuring comfort in high-altitude regions.

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner of your choice

Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner of your choice

Day 3: Breakfast & Dinner of your choice

Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner of your choice

Day 5: Breakfast of your choice

Meals are freshly prepared, hygienic, and include local flavors

Yes. The tour is led by experienced local drivers who are familiar with North Sikkim’s terrain. However, travelers are advised to stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and follow guide instructions, especially at high-altitude locations like Gurudongmar Lake.

As per our suggession, you should carry:

Warm clothing (jackets, thermals, gloves, caps)

Comfortable, sturdy footwear

Personal medicines (altitude sickness & motion sickness)

Reusable water bottles (single-use plastic is banned)

Optional portable oxygen cans for high-altitude areas

The best time to visit North Sikkim is from March to June and September to November. Spring offers blooming flowers in Yumthang Valley, while autumn provides clear mountain views.