West Sikkim Tour Package

Pickup and mountain drive: Meet your driver at New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, as arranged at booking. Travel by tourist vehicle from the plains into Sikkim, following the winding hill roads and river valleys towards West Sikkim.

Arrival in Yuksom: Check in to your pre-arranged hotel or homestay. Yuksom is more than an overnight halt: it was Sikkim's first capital and remains an important starting point for journeys into the Kanchenjunga landscape. The slower pace of the village makes it a comfortable base for the next three days of sightseeing.

The remainder of the day is free for rest or a gentle village walk if arrival time permits. We do not schedule mandatory sightseeing after a long transfer because mountain-road journeys can take longer than expected.

Overnight: Yuksom. Travel note: Pickup time and the day's driving duration depend on your arrival schedule, traffic and road conditions.

Early departure from Yuksom: Today is a full-day sightseeing circuit through the western hills. Start after an early breakfast and travel by tourist vehicle towards the Dentam area, where terraced slopes, hillside settlements and changing mountain views mark the journey.

Singshore Bridge: Visit the striking suspension bridge near Uttarey, set above a deep forested valley. It is an important engineering landmark and a memorable viewpoint. Access to the bridge precinct may be affected by current infrastructure work, so the stop is subject to road and site conditions on the travel date.

Uttarey and Dentam: Continue to Uttarey, a mountain village on the western side of Sikkim, and take time to see the rural surroundings. The visit focuses on scenery and village life rather than promising entry to every small local attraction. Return through the Dentam area, with short stops where time and road access allow.

Mahatma Teyongsi Sirijunga Statue: On the return circuit, visit the statue at Chayatal in the Hee-Yangthang area. The monument honours Mahatma Teyongsi Sirijunga, remembered for helping preserve and promote Limboo language and script. This is an opportunity to learn about one of West Sikkim's living cultural traditions, not simply a photography stop.

Return to Yuksom in the evening. Overnight: Yuksom. Travel note: A full day of winding mountain roads is involved; the exact order of stops may be adjusted to reduce unnecessary driving.

Leave Yuksom early by tourist vehicle. This is the longest and most attraction-packed day of the package. Please be ready for an early start so there is enough time for sightseeing, walking at the heritage sites and the return drive. Pelling is the main priority; Darap and other optional stops may be shortened or omitted if needed.

Kanchenjunga Falls: The first stop is the impressive roadside waterfall where water descends through a steep, wooded mountain setting. Enjoy the view from a safe area before following the turning towards Khecheopalri Lake.

Khecheopalri Lake: Visit the sacred lake, revered by Buddhist and Hindu devotees and often described as a wish-fulfilling lake. A short walk leads from the vehicle parking area towards the lakeside. Local beliefs and customs are an important part of the visit, so the site should be treated respectfully.

Rimbi Orange Garden and Rimbi Falls: After descending from Khecheopalri, stop at Rimbi Orange Garden for its orchard and riverside setting. Fruit availability depends on the season. Continue to nearby Rimbi Falls for a brief scenic stop. Darap is an optional village stop on the onward route, only if enough time remains.

Chenrezig Statue and Pelling Skywalk: On reaching Pelling, visit the Chenrezig complex first. The statue represents Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. The adjoining skywalk area provides elevated views and a distinctive perspective on the surrounding hills, weather permitting.

Pemayangtse Monastery: Continue downhill to one of Sikkim's historically important Nyingma Buddhist monasteries. The monastery's religious art, architecture and links to the former Sikkimese kingdom make this a key cultural stop.

Rabdentse Palace Ruins: Walk through woodland to the remains of Sikkim's former royal capital. The approach involves a forest path rather than vehicle access to the ruins themselves, so allow time for both directions and the visit.

Sidkeong Tulku Bird Park: On the return from the Rabdentse Ruins, stop at the nearby bird park. The park has restricted visiting hours and is commonly reported to close around 4:00 PM. The driver will try to schedule the heritage circuit accordingly, but admission cannot be guaranteed if there are road delays or earlier sightseeing takes longer than planned. Current opening and last-entry times should be checked for the travel date.

Return to Yuksom by tourist vehicle. Overnight: Yuksom. Travel note: This is a demanding sightseeing schedule, though not a full-day hike. Start early, wear comfortable footwear and keep optional stops flexible. The Yuksom to Rimbi road has experienced landslide disruption, so this circuit depends on a current road-access check. If that section is closed, the route and sightseeing stops must be revised. There is no overnight stay in Pelling.

Today's sightseeing stays closer to your Yuksom accommodation. The route combines the village's historical landmarks with two waterfalls, using a tourist vehicle for road transfers and walking where the attractions require it.

Norbugang Coronation Throne: Begin at the sacred coronation site linked to the consecration of Phuntsog Namgyal as Sikkim's first Chogyal in 1642. The stone throne, stupa, prayer flags and old trees help explain why Yuksom holds such an important place in the state's history.

Kathok Lake and Kathok Monastery: Visit the quiet lake and nearby Buddhist monastery. These sites are associated with Yuksom's religious heritage and offer an opportunity to see the village beyond its trekking reputation. Continue to Mani Hall to see its traditional prayer wheels.

Dubdi Monastery: Walk uphill on the wooded trail to one of Sikkim's oldest surviving monasteries, established in 1701. The ascent typically takes around half an hour or longer depending on pace and conditions. It is steeper and more demanding than the short walks at the other sightseeing sites. Guests who do not wish to make the climb can skip this stop.

Elephant Falls at Kholatar, Tshong village: Travel towards Tshong village to see the locally known waterfall. The approach may require walking, and conditions near the water can be slippery during rain. Your driver or local host will advise on access on the day.

Phamrong Falls: Continue to Phamrong Falls, where water drops through a steep, forested hillside. Enjoy the view from suitable roadside areas, avoiding slippery rocks and unsafe approaches to the waterfall.

If there is time and the group prefers a relaxed finish, return to Yuksom for a short village walk or a local viewpoint. Overnight: Yuksom. Walking note: Short sightseeing walks and the longer uphill Dubdi trail are part of the day, but this is not a multi-day trekking itinerary.

After breakfast, check out of your accommodation in Yuksom and begin the return journey by tourist vehicle to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, as confirmed in your booking.

The return drive passes from West Sikkim's hills towards the plains. As travel times on mountain roads can change because of traffic, weather or road works, the pickup time will be set with a suitable buffer before your train or flight.

Your five-day West Sikkim sightseeing package ends at the agreed drop-off location.