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1N2D: Gangtok – Silk Route – Gangtok Tour (Padamchen Stay)

Duration: 1 Night / 2 Days

Stay: Padamchen (1 Night)

Start & End Point: Gangtok

Total Distance: ~260 km round trip

Ideal For: Short trips, couples, families, or anyone wanting a quick scenic Silk Route experience from Gangtok.

Day Wise Itinerary

Day
1

Day 1 Gangtok → Aritar → Padamchen (Approx. 130 km / 6 hrs)

  • Pickup from your Gangtok hotel after breakfast (around 8:00 AM).
  • Drive through lush forest roads via Pakyong, Rongpo, Lingtam, and Rongli.
  • Stop at Aritar (Lampokhri Lake) for boating and visit Mankhim View Point.
  • Continue uphill towards Padamchen (7,000 ft), a peaceful mountain village.
  • Check-in at Padamchen Homestay, evening at leisure.
  • Enjoy a warm local dinner and overnight stay.
  • Overnight: Padamchen Homestay
Day
2

Day 2 Padamchen → Zuluk → Thambi View Point → Nathang → Kupup → Gangtok (Approx. 130 km / 7 hrs)

  • Early breakfast and departure for the Silk Route sightseeing loop.
  • En route visit:
    • Zuluk Loops (32 Hairpin Bends) — iconic mountain road curves
    • Thambi View Point (11,200 ft) — panoramic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga
    • Lungthung & Nathang Valley (13,500 ft) — high-altitude meadows
    • Kupup Lake (Elephant Lake) — a serene glacial lake
    • Old Baba Mandir (optional stop)
  • Scenic downhill drive via Padamchen and Rongli.
  • Reach Gangtok by evening (around 6:30–7:00 PM).
  • Drop at your hotel or point of choice.
  • 🚙 Tour Ends in Gangtok

Term & Condition

Highlights

  • Quick yet complete Silk Route circuit
  • Includes Zuluk, Thambi View Point, Nathang & Kupup
  • Stay at scenic Padamchen Homestay
  • Ideal for short trips, couples, or Gangtok-based travelers

Inclusions

  • Night Accommodation at Padamchen Homestay
  • Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
  • Private exclusive vehicle (Gangtok → Silk Route → Gangtok)
  • Permits, parking, driver allowance

🚫 Exclusions

  • Nathula Pass permit (optional)
  • Entry fees, personal expenses, lunch
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

1 Night / 2 Days – Gangtok → Lachung → Yumthang → Gangtok

Route: Gangtok → Lachung → Yumthang → Gangtok

Theme: Snowy peaks, alpine valley, hot springs & short adventure

Day Wise Itinerary

Day
1

Day 1 – Gangtok → Lachung

  • 120 km | 6–7 hrs | 2,700–2,800 m
  • Early morning pickup from Gangtok.
  • Scenic drive through Seven Sisters Falls, rivers, and mountain villages
  • Short stops for photos & tea.
  • Check-in at Lachung. Evening at leisure to acclimatize.
Day
2

Day 2 – Lachung → Yumthang → Gangtok

  • Lachung → Yumthang ≈ 25 km one way | 2–3 hrs | 3,500 m
  • Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley (Valley of Flowers) & hot springs
  • Optional: Zero Point (if road accessible) ~4,000 m)
  • Return to Lachung for quick breakfast / checkout.
  • Lachung → Gangtok ≈ 120 km | 6–7 hrs | 1,650 m
  • Scenic drive back to Gangtok. Trip ends with Himalayan memories

Inclusions

  • Private SUV / cab for entire trip
  • 1 night accommodation in Lachung
  • Breakfast (Day 2)
  • Driver, fuel, tolls & permits assistance
  • Sightseeing as mentioned

🚫 Exclusions

  • Air / train fare to/from Gangtok
  • Lunch / Dinner
  • Personal expenses & tips
  • Optional entry fees / Zero Point permit (if applicable)

1 Night / 2 Days – NJP → Padamchen / Zuluk → Gangtok

Route: NJP / Bagdogra → Sillery / Padamchen / Zuluk → Gangtok

Theme: Offbeat Silk Route trail, misty hills, sunrise & Kanchenjunga views

Day Wise Itinerary

Day
1

Day 1 – NJP / Bagdogra → Sillery → Padamchen / Zuluk

  • 95–100 km | 4–5 hrs | 1,850–3,000 m
  • Pickup from NJP / Bagdogra.
  • Drive via Kalimpong & Lingtam villages , scenic valley & river views.
  • Reach Padamchen / Zuluk, check-in at homestay / guesthouse.
  • Evening: enjoy sunset over Kanchenjunga & chill mountain vibe.
  • Overnight at Zuluk / Padamchen.
Day
2

Day 2 – Padamchen / Zuluk → Gangtok

  • 120 km | 5–6 hrs | 1,650 m
  • Optional sunrise view over the Z-shaped Silk Route road
  • After breakfast, drive down via scenic mountains to Gangtok.
  • Drop at Gangtok or NJP / Bagdogra as per onward travel.
  • Trip ends with Silk Route memories

Inclusions

  • Private vehicle for pickup, sightseeing & drop
  • 1 night accommodation in Zuluk / Padamchen
  • Breakfast (Day 2)
  • Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & permit assistance

🚫 Exclusions

  • Air / train fare to NJP / Bagdogra
  • Lunch / Dinner
  • Personal expenses / tips
  • Optional sunrise photography or adventure activ

📝 Documents Required for Permit

All travellers (Indian nationals) must carry original photo ID proof and 2 passport-size photos for the Protected Area Permit (Rongli Check Post).

🧍‍♂️ Adults (Indian Citizens)

  • Any one: Voter ID / Driving Licence / Passport / Aadhaar Card (accepted)
  • PAN Card — Not valid

👧 Children (Below 18 Years)

  • Birth Certificate (mandatory)
  • Aadhaar Card or School ID (if available)
  • 2 passport-size photographs

📤 WhatsApp your documents 2 days before the trip for permit processing: 9830513208