Old Silk Route Tour Packages (Zuluk, Nathang & Aritar)
Trace the Ancient Lhasa-Kalimpong Caravan Trail Across East Sikkim
About Old Silk Route Tour Packages (Zuluk, Nathang & Aritar) & Regional Travel Overview
The Old Silk Route in East Sikkim is an offbeat Himalayan corridor that once connected Kalimpong and Pedong in India to Lhasa in Tibet via the Jelep La Pass. Winding from the pine forests of Sillery Gaon and Aritar up to the snow-swept plateau of Nathang Valley (13,500 ft), this circuit offers dramatic Kanchenjunga sunrises and untamed mountain scenery.
Holiday Planners arranges complete Silk Route packages from NJP and Bagdogra with verified homestays, oxygen-ready mountain SUVs, and Inner Line Permits processed directly at Rongli checkpost.
Key Highlights & Inclusions with Holiday Planners Siliguri
Best Time to Visit Old Silk Route (Zuluk, Nathang & Aritar)
October to May offers the clearest views of Kanchenjunga and the Zuluk loops. January to March brings heavy snowfall across Nathang Valley and Kupup, while April and May paint the hills with blooming crimson rhododendrons.
Essential Permit & Documentation Advisory
Because the Silk Route passes close to the Indo-Tibet border, a special Inner Line Permit is mandatory from Rongli SDPO/Checkpost. Guests must carry original Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License along with 2 passport-size photos.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Old Silk Route Tour Packages (Zuluk, Nathang & Aritar)
How many days are needed for the Old Silk Route tour from NJP? ▾
A classic Silk Route itinerary takes 3 Nights / 4 Days (covering Sillery Gaon/Aritar, Zuluk/Padamchen, and Nathang Valley) or 4 Nights / 5 Days if exiting via Tsomgo Lake into Gangtok.
Can senior citizens or young children visit Nathang Valley? ▾
Because Nathang Valley sits at 13,500 feet, we recommend overnight stays at lower-altitude Padamchen (8,000 ft) or Zuluk (9,400 ft) with a daytime excursion across Nathang and Kupup for guests sensitive to high altitude.
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