Glorious Gangtok: A 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: The Enchanting Monastery Trail
    15 minutes (3.2 miles) from Gangtok city center

    Start your day by visiting the Rumtek Monastery, one of the largest and most significant monasteries in Sikkim. Take a guided tour of the monastery to learn about the history, culture, and traditions of Buddhism. Next, visit the Enchey Monastery, located on a hilltop with breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Here, you can attend a prayer ceremony and witness the deep devotion of the monks. End your monastery trail with a visit to the Tsuklakhang Royal Chapel, located within the Palace complex, which serves as the main place of worship and assembly.

  2. Day 2: The Natural Wonders of Gangtok
    25 minutes (6.8 miles) from Gangtok city center

    Begin your day with a visit to the Banjhakri Falls, a serene natural waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and a beautiful park. After that, head to the Tashi Viewpoint for a panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayas and the city of Gangtok. Next, visit the beautiful Flower Exhibition Center, where you can marvel at the variety of flowers and plants grown in Sikkim. End your day with a visit to the Ganesh Tok, a small temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, located on a hilltop with spectacular views of the city.

  3. Day 3: The Cultural Experience of Gangtok
    20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Gangtok city center

    Start your day by visiting the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, a significant research center for Tibetan language and culture. Here, you can browse through the extensive collection of Tibetan artifacts, including rare manuscripts, thangkas, and religious texts. Next, visit the Do-Drul Chorten Stupa, one of the largest stupas in Sikkim, surrounded by 108 prayer wheels. After that, head to the Institute of Handicrafts and Handlooms, where you can witness the traditional art and craft of Sikkim. End your day by visiting the Ridge Park, a serene park located on the ridge of a hill, which offers stunning views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Rumtek Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Enchey Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Tsuklakhang Royal Chapel (1 hour, free)
  • Banjhakri Falls (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Tashi Viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Flower Exhibition Center (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Ganesh Tok (1 hour, free)
  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (2 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Do-Drul Chorten Stupa (1 hour, free)
  • Institute of Handicrafts and Handlooms (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Ridge Park (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 90 per person
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