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Designed for budget-conscious travelers, this itinerary offers the best of East Sikkim's natural beauty, cultural sites, and Old Silk Route drive while staying in simple, cozy accommodations and avoiding expensive add-ons. Perfect for families, students, or backpackers seeking value-packed experiences.
A pocket-friendly 5-day tour covering Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake, Zuluk, Aritar, and the scenic Silk Route — featuring local homestays, monastery visits, lakes, and breathtaking mountain drives.
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Gangtok
Pick up from NJP / Bagdogra / Siliguri
Drive to Gangtok (4–5 hours, scenic route via Teesta River)
Check-in at budget hotel or guesthouse
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 2
Gangtok Local Sightseeing (Half-Day Budget Tour)
After breakfast, local sightseeing by small vehicle:
Tashi View Point – early morning Himalayan view
Ganesh Tok – peaceful temple on a hilltop
Hanuman Tok – iconic hill shrine with panoramic views
Bakthang Waterfalls – optional zip-lining
Do Drul Chorten Stupa – sacred Buddhist site
Flower Exhibition Centre (seasonal blooms)
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology – museum (optional)
Afternoon free or optional walk in Enchey Monastery grounds
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 3
Tsomgo Lake + Baba Mandir Tour (Budget-Friendly)
Tsomgo Lake (12,310 ft) – yak rides available
Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
Optional Add-on: Nathula Pass (extra cost, permit & availability-dependent)
Return to Gangtok in the evening
Day 4
Gangtok to Zuluk via Silk Route – Zigzag Drive & Homestay Stay
Depart early via Rongli Checkpost (permit needed)
Lingtham Monastery
Padamchen village
Zuluk Zig-Zag Roads (32 Hairpin Bends)
Thambi View Point – view of the Eastern Himalayas
Optional short village walks or bonfire at homestay (weather-permitting)
Budget Tip: Most homestays include dinner + breakfast
Overnight stay in Zuluk or Padamchen
Day 5
Return via Aritar – Lake, Monastery & Departure
Morning visit to:
Kupup Lake (if staying in Zuluk)
Lampokhari Lake, Aritar – paddle boating (low cost)
Aritar Monastery
Mankhim View Point – final photo stop
Continue drive to NJP / Bagdogra via Pakyong or Rongli
End of tour
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All transfers by small private car
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Budget hotel & homestay accommodation (basic amenities, clean and comfortable)
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Breakfast + simple dinner at homestays
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Tsomgo Lake & Silk Route permits
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Driver + fuel charges included
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Nathula Pass (add-on)
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Lunches, extra snacks
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Entry tickets (if any)
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Adventure activities (yak ride, boating, ropeway, etc.)
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Tips, insurance, personal expenses
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