Nearest airport
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Pakyong Airport (PYG) | 220-230 km from Bagdogra via Gangtok and Lachung | 9-11 hours by road, usually split over 2 days
Sikkim, India
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The usual route is Gangtok to Mangan, Chungthang, Lachung and then Yumthang Valley. Roads are mountain roads affected by landslides, snow and permit checks, so start early and confirm current conditions locally.
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Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Pakyong Airport (PYG) | 220-230 km from Bagdogra via Gangtok and Lachung | 9-11 hours by road, usually split over 2 days
New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) | 220-230 km via Gangtok and Lachung | 9-11 hours by road, usually split over 2 days
Lachung | 25 km | 1-1.5 hours by road
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The usual route is Gangtok to Mangan, Chungthang, Lachung and then Yumthang Valley. Roads are mountain roads affected by landslides, snow and permit checks, so start early and confirm current conditions locally.
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