Sikkim Tour Packages
Sikkim is a small Himalayan state with big views of Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest peak.
Sikkim at a glance
- RegionNortheast India, India
- CapitalGangtok
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesNepali, Sikkimese, Lepcha
- Emergency112 (all emergencies)
Best time to visit: March to May and October to December
Top Sikkim travel packages
A few of our Sikkim itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Hill-station holidaysDarjeeling · GangtokDarjeeling & Gangtok Holiday6 Days | 5 Nights
Couples' holidaysGangtokGangtok Short Break4 Days | 3 Nights
Honeymoon packagesGangtok · Pelling · DarjeelingSikkim Honeymoon7 Days | 6 Nights
Family holidaysDarjeeling · Gangtok · PellingDarjeeling, Gangtok & Pelling7 Days | 6 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Sikkim
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Nepali, Sikkimese, Lepcha.
Fly to Bagdogra (or Pakyong, with limited flights) and drive 4–5 hours to Gangtok. Permits are needed for North Sikkim, Tsomgo Lake and Nathula; we arrange them.
Plastic water bottles are restricted in parts of Sikkim; carry a refillable bottle.
Nathula Pass is closed to visitors on Mondays and Tuesdays.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
Where is Sikkim?
Open a larger map → · The map frames the 3 places we cover in Sikkim.
- Gangtok27.33°, 88.61°
- Pelling27.30°, 88.24°
- Lachung & Yumthang27.69°, 88.74°
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Everything you need to know about Sikkim
Sikkim is a small Himalayan state with big views of Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest peak. Gangtok is the lively capital, Pelling faces the mountain across the valley, and North Sikkim's Lachung and Yumthang lead to high-altitude lakes and snow.
We plan trips to 3 destinations in Sikkim: Gangtok, Pelling and Lachung & Yumthang. Highlights include MG Marg, Kanchenjunga views and Yumthang Valley. Local food worth trying: Momos, Thukpa, Sha phaley and Gundruk soup. Our Sikkim itineraries run from 4 to 8 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
March to May and October to December. Rhododendrons bloom in spring; autumn brings the clearest mountain views.
Getting around
Fly to Bagdogra (or Pakyong, with limited flights) and drive 4–5 hours to Gangtok. Permits are needed for North Sikkim, Tsomgo Lake and Nathula; we arrange them.
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NDarjeeling · GangtokDarjeeling & Gangtok Holiday
Tea gardens and Tiger Hill sunrise in Darjeeling, then Gangtok's monasteries and a day at Tsomgo Lake.
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6D / 5NDarjeeling · Kalimpong · GangtokDarjeeling, Kalimpong & Gangtok
Three hill towns in the eastern Himalaya, with tea, nurseries, monasteries and Kanchenjunga views.
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8D / 7NGangtok · Lachung & Yumthang · PellingSikkim Explorer
Gangtok, North Sikkim's Yumthang Valley and Zero Point, and Pelling's close-up Kanchenjunga views.
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5D / 4NGangtok · Lachung & YumthangGangtok & North Sikkim Snow Trip
Snow at Zero Point, rhododendrons in Yumthang and Tsomgo Lake from Gangtok, with all permits arranged.
View itinerary →4D / 3NGangtokGangtok Short Break
MG Marg, Rumtek Monastery, the ropeway and a day trip to Tsomgo Lake and Nathula (permits permitting).
View itinerary →7D / 6NGangtok · Pelling · DarjeelingSikkim Honeymoon
Monasteries, mountain views and tea estates: a romantic eastern Himalaya trip across Sikkim and Darjeeling.
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4D / 3NPellingPelling & West Sikkim
Three nights facing Kanchenjunga in West Sikkim, with Pemayangtse Monastery, the Rabdentse ruins, sacred Khecheopalri Lake and the Pelling skywalk, without long daily drives.
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7D / 6NDarjeeling · Gangtok · PellingDarjeeling, Gangtok & Pelling
The eastern Himalaya's three classic bases with toy train, monasteries and mountain sunrises.
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Places to visit in Sikkim
SikkimGangtok
Gangtok is Sikkim's clean, lively capital on a ridge facing Kanchenjunga.
SikkimPelling
Pelling sits on a ridge in West Sikkim facing Kanchenjunga at close range.
SikkimLachung & Yumthang
Lachung is a village in North Sikkim at about 2,700 metres and the base for Yumthang, the valley of flowers, and Zero Point beyond it.
Top attractions in Sikkim
Nature and landscapes of Sikkim
Cultural experiences in Sikkim
Heritage and landmarks
Experiences
- Shopping on MG Marg
On the menuFood to try
- Momos
- Thukpa
- Sha phaley
- Gundruk soup
- Churpi
- Simple homestay meals
Outdoor activities in Sikkim
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Sikkim: March to May and October to December. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Sikkim travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights. Parts of Sikkim need an Inner Line Permit or Protected Area Permit for visitors; we arrange these as part of your trip.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. Some places here are at high altitude: rest on arrival, drink plenty of water and ascend gradually.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
March to May and October to December. Rhododendrons bloom in spring; autumn brings the clearest mountain views.
Getting around
Fly to Bagdogra (or Pakyong, with limited flights) and drive 4–5 hours to Gangtok. Permits are needed for North Sikkim, Tsomgo Lake and Nathula; we arrange them.
Local etiquette
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack warm layers, a down jacket and gloves, a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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