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7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for East Sikkim in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Gangtok
    Start from Bagdogra Airport
    42.1 km from Bagdogra Airport

    After arriving in Bagdogra, start your journey towards Gangtok. Explore the city and its beautiful attractions including the Enchey Monastery, Tsomgo Lake, and the Ban Jhakri Waterfall. End your day with a delicious dinner at the Taste of Tibet restaurant.

  2. Day 2: Visit Nathula Pass
    54.6 km from Gangtok

    Take a scenic drive to Nathula Pass, one of the highest motorable passes in the world. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas and visit the Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple. On your way back, stop at the famous Changu Lake and indulge in some yak riding and hot momos at the nearby eateries.

  3. Day 3: Explore Aritar
    69.2 km from Gangtok

    Take a day trip to Aritar, a beautiful hamlet in East Sikkim. Visit the Lampokhari Lake, Mankhim Temple, and the Kali Khola Falls. If you're interested in local culture, head to the Rhenock Monastery and the nearby villages. End your day with a sumptuous Nepali dinner at the Aritar Kitchen restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Discover Zuluk
    58.5 km from Aritar

    Start early and drive to Zuluk, a small village located on the historic Silk Route. Visit the Thambi View Point, Old Baba Mandir, and the Zigzag Road. Take a leisurely stroll through the village to experience the local way of life. End your day with a hot cup of tea and some snacks at the Lungthung View Point.

  5. Day 5: Explore Lingtam and Kewzing
    63.1 km from Zuluk

    Take a scenic drive to the quaint village of Lingtam and visit the Lingtam Monastery and the nearby Cardamom Farms. Continue your journey to Kewzing and explore the Khawas and Bon Monasteries. Head to the nearby Namchi for a delicious lunch at the Central Cafe. End your day with a cozy stay at the Sikkim Retreat homestay.

  6. Day 6: Visit Namchi and Temi Tea Garden
    24.9 km from Kewzing

    Start your day with a visit to the Namchi Char Dham and the Samdruptse Monastery. Enjoy a scenic drive to the Temi Tea Garden, Sikkim's only tea estate. Take a guided tour of the garden and indulge in some delicious tea tasting. End your day with a local dinner at the Hotel Temi House restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Departure from Bagdogra
    96.7 km from Temi Tea Garden

    On your last day, enjoy a leisurely brunch at the Cafe Coffee Day in Gangtok before beginning your journey back to Bagdogra Airport for your departure flight.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to experience the local culture and cuisine. Take a cooking class or attend a traditional dance performance. For adventure seekers, try river rafting on the Teesta River or mountain biking through the hills. Finally, make sure to pack comfortable walking shoes and warm clothes as the weather can be unpredictable in June.

Points of Interest

  • Gangtok
  • Enchey Monastery
  • Tsomgo Lake
  • Ban Jhakri Waterfall
  • Taste of Tibet restaurant
  • Nathula Pass
  • Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple
  • Changu Lake
  • Aritar
  • Lampokhari Lake
  • Mankhim Temple
  • Kali Khola Falls
  • Rhenock Monastery
  • Aritar Kitchen restaurant
  • Zuluk
  • Thambi View Point
  • Old Baba Mandir
  • Zigzag Road
  • Lungthung View Point
  • Lingtam
  • Lingtam Monastery
  • Cardamom Farms
  • Kewzing
  • Khawas Monastery
  • Bon Monastery
  • Central Cafe
  • Sikkim Retreat homestay
  • Namchi
  • Namchi Char Dham
  • Samdruptse Monastery
  • Temi Tea Garden
  • Hotel Temi House restaurant
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