📍 Sikkim · Domestic

6 Days Sikkim Silk Route Tour

📅 5 Nights / 6 Days 🏷️ Adventure ⭐ 4.9 Rated

Overview

Trace East Sikkim’s historic Old Silk Route on a scenic 6 Days / 5 Nights road journey. Stay one night each in Sillery Gaon, Aritar, Zuluk, Nathang Valley and riverside Reshikhola — from Lampokhari Lake and Aritar Gumpa to Zuluk’s hairpin bends, Thambi Viewpoint and high Kupup Lake. Crafted for travellers who love offbeat Himalayan roads and big mountain skies.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Bagdogra / NJP to Sillery Gaon

Arrive at Bagdogra or NJP and drive to peaceful Sillery Gaon (often called “New Darjeeling”). Check in at your homestay / hotel and enjoy evening Kanchenjunga views if clear. Overnight in Sillery Gaon.

🍽️ Dinner on own 🌙 Overnight: Sillery Gaon

Day 2: Sillery Gaon to Aritar — Lampokhari Lake

After breakfast, continue into East Sikkim to Aritar. Visit serene Lampokhari Lake and nearby forested viewpoints / Aritar Gumpa as time allows. Overnight in Aritar.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌙 Overnight: Aritar

Day 3: Aritar to Zuluk — Old Silk Route

Complete permit formalities, then climb towards Zuluk, a historic Silk Route halt near the border. Settle in and take a short evening walk around the settlement. Overnight in Zuluk.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌙 Overnight: Zuluk

Day 4: Zuluk to Nathang Valley via viewpoints

Drive higher via Thambi Viewpoint and Lungthung towards Nathang Valley — often called the “Ladakh of East India.” Stops may include Tukla Valley views, Kupup Lake and the high Yak Golf Course viewpoint (weather & permits permitting). Overnight in Nathang Valley.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌙 Overnight: Nathang Valley

Day 5: Nathang Valley to Reshikhola

Descend from the high valley towards riverside Reshikhola. Relax by the Reshi River, enjoy bird calls and quiet forest surroundings. Overnight in Reshikhola.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌙 Overnight: Reshikhola

Day 6: Reshikhola to Bagdogra / NJP — departure

After breakfast, drive back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. Tour ends with Silk Route memories.

🍽️ Breakfast 🌙 Overnight: —

Inclusions

✔ Pick-up and drop from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station
✔ 1 night stay in Sillery Gaon with breakfast
✔ 1 night stay in Aritar with breakfast
✔ 1 night stay in Zuluk with breakfast
✔ 1 night stay in Nathang Valley with breakfast
✔ 1 night stay in Reshikhola with breakfast
✔ Private vehicle for the full Silk Route circuit as per itinerary
✔ Aritar sightseeing (Lampokhari Lake / Aritar Gumpa area as permitted)
✔ En-route sightseeing Zuluk to Nathang Valley (viewpoints & Kupup Lake area as permitted)
✔ Nathang Valley sightseeing as per day plan
✔ Restricted-area permit assistance where applicable
✔ Driver allowance, parking, tolls and fuel as per plan

Exclusions

✘ Airfare / train fare to and from Bagdogra or NJP
✘ Lunch, dinner and meals not listed in inclusions
✘ Personal expenses, tips and laundry
✘ Entry fees and optional adventure activities
✘ Any sightseeing skipped due to weather, permits or road blocks (no refund for force majeure)
✘ Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Terms & Conditions

Prices are indicative per person on twin / triple sharing and may vary by season
Silk Route sectors need permits; foreign-national rules differ — share passport details early
High passes can close in snow or rain; operators may alter the overnight sequence for safety
Valid government photo ID is mandatory
GST extra if applicable