Today we will visit some important places in Gangtok.

Banjhakri Falls, The Banjhakri Falls is situated at a distance of 10-12 kilometres from Gangtok on the way to Ranka monastery.

Namgyal Research Institute of Tibetology: NIT is a treasure of a vast collection of rare Lepcha, Tibetan and Sanskrit manuscripts, statues and rare Thankas (colourful tapestries used in Buddhist liturgy).

Government Institute of Cottage Industry [GICI]: An emporium at the institute sells an array of local traditional items, which are very popular with tourists.

Do-Drul Chorten Stupa: The Chort en Stupa is marked by a golden top dome. This golden top can be seen from various places in Gangtok.

Orchid Flower Show: The orchids looked artificial, akin to the cheap crepe imitations in shops, too beautiful to be true and genuine.

Tashi View Point: From this point, one gets a breathtaking view of Mt. Kanchenjunga, one of the most graceful peaks in the world. An Observatory Tower, Cafeteria and Public amenities have also been recently added.

Ganesh Tok: From this Spot, one can get a bird's eye view of the sprawling Gangtok town, while across the hills Mt. Khang-Chen-Dzonga and Mt. Siniolchu loom over the horizon.

Bakthang Waterfall Gangtok: This is a wonderful waterfall located on the North Sikkim Highway towards Tashi View Point. While visiting Tashi Viewpoint or returning, it's worth stopping at this roadside waterfall for sometime

Free evening. Overnight stay.

Morning after breakfast transfer to Nathang valley, also known as the Ladakh of East India. Located at an altitude of 13,500 feet, this lush valley was the home to traditional yak herders from Tibet. Nathang is a quaint village hidden in obscurity, and surrounded by snow-clad mountains and greenery.

Depends on permit en route visit -

Tsongo Lake: At an altitude of 12,400 ft, the ethereally beautiful Tsomgo Lake is a must on every visitor's itinerary. A winding road through rugged mountain terrain and sharp cliffs takes you to Tsomgo. The lake derives its water from the melting snows of the mountains surrounding the lake.

New Baba Mandir: This “mandir” or shrine is dedicated to “Baba” Harbhajan Singh, who was a soldier of the Indian Army. However, for the tourists’ convenience, the samadhi of Baba Harbhajan Singh has been reconstructed and this shrine is popularly recognized by tourists as New Baba Mandir.

An optional tour to Nathula pass can also be arranged ( Mon closed) with an advance request at an additional cost  -

Nathula Pass: At an altitude of 14450 ft, the road to Nathula passes through the Tsomgo lake and it is 17 km from the lake. Tourists are allowed to go close to the international border from where you can see Chinese soldiers on the other side of the barbed wire.

Reach Nathang in the Afternoon. Check in to the homestay. The evening is free. Overnight stay at Nathang.

After breakfast, transfer to Zuluk. It has been popular due to its excellent view of the eastern Himalayan Mountains range that includes the Kanchenjunga and other snow mountains.

Enroute you will visit The Ice Hockey Ground, The Yak Golf Course At 13,025ft (Guinness Book Of World Records Acclaimed), The Elephant Lake At Kupup, Jelep-La Pass, Old Baba Mandir, Laxmi Chowk, Tukla Valley, Kalapokhari, Zig Zag Road, Ganek, Thambi View Point.

Morning post-breakfast Transfer From Zuluk to Aritar. It is one of the beautiful villages situated on the Himalayas at an altitude of 4600 ft (1400m) under the Rongli sub-division of East Sikkim.

After lunch visit Aritar Lake, also known as The Lampokhari Lake is one of the oldest natural lakes in Sikkim to facilitate boating. Overnight at Aritar Hotel.

After breakfast check out from the hotel and drop to IXB/NJP. The tour ends with sweet memories.