Regarded as the brother state of seven northeast Indian states, Sikkim secures its pristine delight at its best. This exquisitely beautiful second-smallest state in India allures visitors to the hilt with its natural eminence, involving its valleys, lakes, city vibes, waterfalls, snow-laden roads, mountain peaks, green hills, sacred sites, Himalayan flowers, rolling hilly roads, alpine and subtropical climates, et al.
Explore Sikkim honeymoon packages and make one yours. Turn your holiday romantic and adventurous at the same time. Getting a tour guide keeps your venture not only satisfying but also secure. This blog shares insights into a 5-day Sikkim honeymoon planning.
Bordering the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and northeast, West Bengal to the south, Bhutan to the east, and Koshi Province of Nepal to the south, Sikkim sits close to the Siliguri Corridor bordering Bangladesh. Gangtok, the capital and the largest city of Sikkim, serves as a transit point for other parts of this northeast Indian state.
Here's how to build a five-day holiday plan for newlyweds:
Day 1: Arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, via NH 10. Your travel representative will pick you up in a car and ensure your drop-off at your romantic holiday destination.
Once you’re done with hotel/resort check-in formalities, take your time or take a rest and have meals. After that head out for local sightseeing visits on the first day. You might explore Rumtek Monastery on the first day if you have time, some 1 hour from Gangtok.
Taking an evening stroll on MG Road and enjoying the sunset view at Tashi View Point on the first day in Gangtok pour the utmost delight of city vibes wrapped up in natural splendor. Go on a shopping spree, savour the taste of Sikkimese and authentic Tibetan cuisine in popular restaurants in Gangtok, etc. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 2: Get up early, have an early breakfast at your hotel, and head out for your next venture. Your tour guide will take you on a 3-point tour that includes Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, and Nathula Pass. It takes some 2 hours to approach Tsomgo Lake from Gangtok and this mesmerizing road journey will blow your mind.
And Old Baba Mandir/Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple or shrine 30 minutes away from Tsomgo Lake by car. On the other hand, Nathula Pass is about 31 km from Tsomgo Lake by car. Overnight stay at Gangtok. Get tailor-made Sikkim honeymoon packages.
Day 3 – Get up early, have your meals, and head out for your next destination Lachung in North Sikkim. From Gangtok, Lachung is some 5 hours. After hotel check-in, take a rest and explore local places like Lachung Monastery on the 3rd day.
This road journey from Gangtok leading to Lachung is also incredible. You’ll be lured by snow-shrouded mountains, wooden houses, Himalayan orchids, alpine pastures, winding streams, and a freezing breeze all around.
Day 4 – After early breakfast, head out for Gurudogmar Lake, some 4 hours from Lachung. A Yumthang Valley, Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Zero Point, and Chopta Valley tour can be done compactly. Overnight stay at Lachung. These are some of the best Sikkim honeymoon places.
Day 5 - Early breakfast and transfer to NJP/Bagdogra/Siliguri via Gangtok. NJP/Bagdogra and Gangtok are some 4to5 hours from Gangtok. Tour guides make sure you have a safe, secure, and comfortable drop-off.
Various tour packages are get-at-able for Sikkim honeymoon planning, such as a 6N 7D package, an 8N 9D package. Customize your holiday incendiary at your convenience and add a special delight to turn your romantic trip into a blissful memory for a lifetime.