Tholung Trek Highlights

  • Get a unique experience as you trek around the picturesque terrain of Himalayas.

  • Witness the beautiful tea farms and lush valleys as you indulge yourself in a 10 day long Tholung Trek.

  • Enjoy the magnificent view of the snowy mountains of the Himalayas during your trek.

  • Relish freshly made meals including a mix of Sikkimese, Chinese, North Indian and continental cuisines.

  • Capture serene landscapes of places like Lingza, Singhik, Gangtok, Upper Tholung, Tholung Gompa Changey, and many more popular spots of the trek.

  • Spend nights under a beautiful blanket of stars as you enjoy some bonfire and chill with your fellow trekkers.

  • Accommodation is available in both economy and deluxe packages, where you can get sharing or private base tents.

Tholung Trek Overview

Trip Starting From: Bagdogra

Trip Location: Gangtok

About the Tholung Trek:

  • This 10 day Tholung trekking tour of Tholung takes you through a picturesque locality filled with beautiful valleys, tea estates, mountain peaks and much more.
  • The places you will be visiting during this Tholung trek are Gangtok, Lingza, Tholung Gompa, Upper Tholung, Changey and Singhik.
  • Embark on to relish the sights of tea plantations, tropical forests, rustic hamlets, alluring rivers and lakes, monasteries, hillocks, mountain peaks etc.
  • The routes are perfect for those who really seek for trekking in north east.
  • The package includes food, accommodation and transportation during the trip.

About the Tholung:

Widely admired as one of the most beautiful hiking locations in the world, Tholung Trek is a must-visit place for every backpacker. The region is blessed with a substantial amount of flora, fauna, and natural magnificence, which is bound to ensnare your senses and make you feel the taste of heaven. Moreover, during the trekking period, you will also be able to watch an enthralling view of the mountainous background and click some mind-blowing photos here. While you are at it, do not forget to visit the ever-so-popular sightseeing places near the Tholung Trek, such as Tolung Monastery, Tolung River, etc. 

Tholung Trek Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Gangtok
  • After you arrive at the Bagdogra Airport, you will be taken to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
  • You can behold picturesque tea plantations, tropical forests, rustic hamlets, alluring rivers and lakes on your way.
  • Upon arrival in Gangtok, check-in to the hotel.
Day 2
Enchey Monastery, Handicrafts, Tibetology, Rumtek Monastery
  • Post breakfast, you will be taken for a lively sightseeing tour of Gangtok.
  • Within this tour, you get chances to visit the Namgyal Research Institute of Tibetology, Enchey Monastery, Himalayan Zoological Park, White Hall, Do-DrulChorten and the renowned Rumtek Monastery.
  • After the tour, get back to your hotel.
Day 3
Gangtok to Lingza (06 hours by road)
  • After breakfast, enjoy a drive through the striking turns and twists of Gangtok towards Lingza.
  • On the way, visit the pious Phodong Monastery and Kabi Lunchok.
  • Stay overnight at the camp.
Day 4
Gangtok to Lingza (06 hours by road)
  • After breakfast and a briefing session by the tour instructor, embark on a trek towards the Tholung Monastery.
  • Have lunch on your arrival at Changey.
  • Stay overnight in tents.
Day 5
Tholung Monastery (03 hours trek)
  • Have breakfast which will be followed by a tour to the spiritual Tholung Monastery.
  • Then, visit the Sacred Rock and Devta Dhunga.
  • Afterwards, you will be guided back to the campsite.
Day 6
Tholung to Upper Tholung (06 hours trek)
  • Hiking uphill from the Tholung Gompa, trek through the craggy terrains of Tholung till you reach Upper Tholung.
  • On your way, visit Kishong.
Day 7
Upper Tholung to Changey (4 hours trek)
  • Continue trekking towards Changey.
  • Within this 4 hours of trekking you will be witnessing some of the astounding views of the surroundings.
  • Upon arrival at Changey, you will be guided towards the campsite.
Day 8
Changey to Lingza (4 hours trek), Lingza to Singhik (drive
  • After breakfast, trek through the rugged trails of Changey that will take you to Lingza.
  • From Lingza you will be taken further to Singhik.
  • Upon arrival in Singhik, you will be guided to guesthouse.
Day 9
Singhik to Gangtok
  • After breakfast in Singhik, geta drive towards Gangtok.
  • Upon arrival in Gangtok, check-in to the hotel.
  • Then embark upon a local tour to the main marketplace of the town.
  • Stay overnight here.

Select Package Options

Admire gorgeous views of nature.

Price Includes
  • Meals
    • Breakfast on all days
    • During the trek all meals will be provided for and the menu will be a mix of Chinese, Indian, Sikkimese, continental style.
  • Activities
    • Sightseeing
    • Trekking
  • Transfers

    Pick up and return from and to Bagdogra airport, sight-seeing and for long tours, travel by Tata Sumo, Qualis, Travera, Innova, etc

  • Stay
    • Accommodation on sharing basis
    • There are economy and deluxe packages according to the room category

More Details about Tholung Trek

Know Before You Go for Tholung Trek

  • Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
  • The management reserves all the right to modify the trek during any emergencies or natural calamities.
  • Consult a physician before undertaking the trek. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
  • Pay heed to the Tholung trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek.
  • The Tholung trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites. Travelers littering may be fined.
  • Water is very precious, so conservation is appreciated.
  • Do not encourage trekking during the night unless it is a part of the itinerary and a guide is with you; this might lead to unforeseen mishaps.
  • Avoid using earphones during the trek; this might hinder your audibility.
  • Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations.
  • In case, the Tholung trek needs to be canceled, the authorities should be informed beforehand.
  • Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks is recommended.
  • Please provide a valid ID at the time of check-in.
  • Professional guide(s) are available to ensure high safety and more information and personal attention which are necessary to appreciate a trek.
  • The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
  • Neat and clean vehicle for the journey with experienced drivers especially for hilly terrains available.
  • Camping is very basic in nature. One must not expect luxuries. Electricity may be available only at a few locations.
  • Mobile & laptop charging points may/may not be available on campsites at a common point.
  • Any personal expenses, items of personal nature, meals not mentioned, etc. will not be in part of the package.
  • Carry dry snacks/food from home (you will save a lot of money). Carry water bottles with you, so that you can refill.
  • Keep your luggage minimum; the more you carry, the more you hassle.
  • It is recommended to carry enough warm clothes and the right kind of shoes for the Tholung trek.
  • Children below the age of 7 years are not recommended for Tholung trek.

Things To Carry for Tholung Trek

  • Back pack (50-60l)
  • Water bottle
  • Hiking shoes
  • Thermal inners
  • Caps

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