Sikkim Complete Experience

• North Sikkim requires a minimum 3-night structure (Lachen 1N, Lachung 2N), shorter durations create unsafe drive schedules
• SUV mandatory for all North Sikkim sectors, sedans are not permitted
• Nathula Pass visit depends on permit availability and weather conditions
• Nathula Pass remains closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
• Zero Point visit depends on weather and road conditions, additional charges apply
• Guests must carry a valid government ID for all permits
• North Sikkim (Lachen & Lachung) has limited to no mobile connectivity
• Day 5 (Lachung → Gangtok) and Day 6 (Tsomgo excursion) are both drive-heavy, we pace both days carefully to avoid fatigue
• Travel in hill regions is subject to weather, landslides, and army advisories, plans may be adjusted for safety

• The trip starts and ends at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP Railway Station. Flights and trains are not included, so you can book the fare that suits you; we fit the first and last day around your times.

• Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and group size.
• We send the written itinerary and price, with your hotels and homestays named.
• You book with a deposit by bank transfer; the balance is due before you travel.

₹33,900 per person for 2 travellers, ₹23,550 for 4 and ₹19,000 for 6. The price covers your stays, the private car and driver, and pick-up and drop at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP Railway Station; the full list of what is and is not included is on this page.

Gurudongmar Lake sits at 17,800 feet in North Sikkim, making it one of the highest lakes in the world and the highest in India accessible by road. The lake holds religious significance for both Buddhists and Hindus. You visit on an early morning excursion from Lachen, the drive alone, through high-altitude terrain at dawn, is extraordinary. Altitude sickness is a real consideration; acclimatisation in Gangtok before heading north is built into the itinerary.

Yes, North Sikkim permits are included and arranged by ClearEast Trip. Indian citizens require an Inner Line Permit to travel to Lachen and Lachung. Foreign nationals are not permitted in most of North Sikkim. All guests must carry a valid government-issued photo ID, Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, or Voter ID, for the permit process. Nathula Pass permits, if attempted on Day 6, carry separate additional charges.

SUVs are mandatory for all North Sikkim sectors, sedans are not permitted on these mountain roads by local regulations. The package includes well-maintained SUVs with experienced local drivers familiar with high-altitude routes. Vehicle selection is planned based on your group size. ClearEast Trip does not mix different group bookings in the same vehicle, so your travel experience remains private throughout.

Mobile connectivity in Lachen and Lachung is limited to absent for most networks. BSNL may have faint signal in some spots, but do not rely on internet or calls during your nights in North Sikkim. It is a good idea to inform family and friends of your itinerary before departing Gangtok on Day 2, and to download offline maps in advance. Your driver remains reachable through local communication channels.

In Gangtok, daily breakfast is provided at the hotel. In Lachen and Lachung, both breakfast and dinner are included, which matters given how remote these villages are and how limited outside dining options can be. Lunch is not included on any day. Entry tickets, yak rides, ropeway, Zero Point charges, and Nathula Pass permit fees are excluded from the package price.

Message us on WhatsApp at +91 90360 21836 with your dates and group size. We answer your questions first, then confirm your seats with a deposit by bank transfer. For North Sikkim we suggest 4 to 6 weeks ahead, the permits are handled by us and high-altitude accommodation in Lachen and Lachung is limited, so earlier booking means better rooms.