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Explore the raw beauty and historic charm of the Himalayas with a 4-Night/5-Day Old Silk Route Tour Package. This scenic adventure takes you along the ancient trade corridor that once connected India and Tibet through East Sikkim.
Perfect for nature lovers and thrill-seekers, this journey offers an unforgettable mix of winding mountain roads, remote villages, and panoramic views of the snow-capped Kanchenjunga range.
Key Highlights of the Trip:
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Zuluk & the Zig-Zag Roads: Drive through the iconic 99 hairpin bends of Zuluk.
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Thambi Viewpoint: Catch a breathtaking, cloud-level sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga (11,600 ft).
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Nathang Valley: Experience the rugged beauty of the “Ladakh of the East.”
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Kupup (Elephant) Lake: Visit the high-altitude, elephant-shaped lake and the nearby Baba Mandir military shrine.
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Tranquil Village Stays: Enjoy the warmth of local hospitality with homestay experiences in quaint hamlets like Sillery Gaon, Aritar, or Padamchen.
This short yet immersive itinerary is ideal for those looking to escape the crowds and experience the tranquil, offbeat side of Sikkim’s high-altitude landscapes.
Quick Rules
Permits: Must carry Voter ID/Passport and 4 Passport photos per person. (Aadhar/PAN not accepted at Rongli).
Clothing: Heavy woolens are mandatory for Day 3 high altitudes.
Cash: Carry enough liquid cash; ATMs and online networks are weak in these mountains.
Included/Excluded
- Specialized bilingual guide
- Private Transport
- Entrance fees (Cable and car and Moon Valley)
- Box lunch water, banana apple and chocolate
- Train
- Flight Ticket
- GAS
- Airport Transfers
Day 1: NJP to Sillery Gaon
Drive: 4–5 hrs.
Stay: Sillery Gaon. Enjoy the pine forests and beautiful views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.
Day 2: Sillery Gaon to Zuluk / Padamchen
Drive: 4 hrs.
Sightseeing: Aritar Lake, Kuikhola Waterfalls.
Action: Collect Inner Line Permits (ILP) at Rongli Bazaar. Stay at Zuluk/Padamchen.
Day 3: High-Altitude Sightseeing (Zuluk Circuit)
Highlights: Sunrise at Thambi Viewpoint, 32 Hairpin Bends, Nathang Valley, Old Baba Mandir, and Kupup Lake (Elephant Lake).
Stay: Return to Zuluk/Padamchen.
Day 4: Zuluk / Padamchen to Rishikhola
Drive: 3 hrs.
Stay: Rishikhola Riverside Homestay. Enjoy a relaxing evening by the river and a bonfire.
Day 5: Rishikhola to NJP Drop
After breakfast, drive back to NJP station (4 hrs) for your return journey.



