Morning flight to Bagdogra Airport (NJP/IXB area) — some services are direct, others connect via Kolkata; flight time typically ~3h30m–4h including short connections.
Casual Tibetan/Nepali restaurant on MG Marg serving momos and thukpa; good first meal in Gangtok and centrally located. Most MG Marg eateries are open 10:00am–10:00pm.
Leisurely walk along MG Marg to get a feel for the city — shops, cafes and views of the surrounding hills; open all day with most shops closing late evening.
Evening dinner on MG Marg with many options from local Tibetan cuisine to cafes; popular and convenient for first night. Typical dining hours 7:00pm–10:00pm.
One of Sikkim’s largest and most important monasteries with stunning architecture and sacred relics; generally open 9:00am–5:00pm and a 30–60 minute visit suffices.
A landscaped park with a waterfall and cultural sculptures showcasing Sikkim folklore; park open roughly 9:00am–5:00pm — good for a relaxed 45–60 minute visit.
Short aerial ride for city-to-hills views; operation can vary (usually 9:00am–6:00pm) — check local status as closures occur for maintenance or weather.
Early breakfast and final check of Inner Line Permits for North Sikkim (required for Lachung/Yumthang) — arrange through your hotel or licensed agent prior to departure.
Simple homely meal at your guesthouse or hotel — limited dining options in Lachung, so relying on hotel meals is common; dinner typically served 7:00pm–8:30pm.
Famous high-altitude meadow with rhododendrons (seasonal) and bubbling hot springs; generally accessible 7:00am–4:00pm though early visits are best for light and fewer visitors.
Early morning viewpoint for sunrise over Kanchenjunga and surrounding peaks — best early for clear views; access typically before dawn for sunrise watchers.
Arrival in Siliguri; if returning to Mumbai the same day, catch a late-afternoon/evening flight from Bagdogra (check flight times) or extend overnight in Siliguri.