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4-Day Honeymoon Itinerary in Gangtok in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Tashi View Point
    15 minutes (3.3 km) from Gangtok

    In the morning, head to Tashi View Point for a breathtaking view of the Kanchenjunga mountain range. Enjoy a cup of tea while admiring the view. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Ganesh Tok, a small temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. In the evening, explore the MG Marg, a bustling street filled with local shops and restaurants.

  2. Day 2: Tsomgo Lake
    40 minutes (15.5 km) from Gangtok

    Start your day early and head to Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake located at an altitude of 12,310 feet. Enjoy a yak ride along the lake and take in the scenic beauty of the surrounding mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial, a temple dedicated to a soldier who lost his life in the Indo-China war of 1962. In the evening, return to Gangtok and visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology to learn about the culture and history of Tibet.

  3. Day 3: Rumtek Monastery
    45 minutes (23 km) from Gangtok

    In the morning, drive to Rumtek Monastery, also known as the Dharmachakra Centre. It is the largest and most important monastery in Sikkim. After lunch, visit the Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden, located near Rumtek Monastery. The garden has a wide variety of flora and fauna. In the evening, return to Gangtok and explore the local markets and food stalls.

  4. Day 4: Lachung Valley
    6 hours (118 km) from Gangtok

    Start your day early and take a drive to the beautiful Lachung Valley. Along the way, visit the Singhik View Point for panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range. Enjoy a hot spring bath at Yumthang Valley and visit the Yumthang Valley Flower Sanctuary, known for its wide variety of rhododendrons. In the evening, return to Gangtok and spend the night at the hotel.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Enchey Monastery, located near Gangtok. Take a day trip to the Nathu La Pass, a mountain pass that connects India and China. If you have time, visit the Pemayangtse Monastery, located in Pelling.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tashi View Point (1-2 hours, free)
  • Ganesh Tok (1 hour, free)
  • MG Marg (2-3 hours, shopping and food expenses)
  • Tsomgo Lake (4-5 hours, yak ride cost INR 400-500)
  • Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial (1 hour, free)
  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (2 hours, entry fee INR 20)
  • Rumtek Monastery (2-3 hours, entry fee INR 10)
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, entry fee INR 10)
  • Singhik View Point (30 minutes, free)
  • Yumthang Valley (2-3 hours, hot spring bath cost INR 100-200)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,000-1,500 per person per day

For hotel and flight bookings, check https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo

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