Morning: Start your day with a beautiful view of the Kanchenjunga from the Tashi Viewpoint. Experience the rich culture and heritage of Sikkim by visiting the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.
Afternoon: Enjoy a traditional Sikkimese lunch at the popular Baker’s Cafe. Stroll through the serene Enchey Monastery.
Evening: Experience the vibrant nightlife of Gangtok by visiting the MG Marg for a shopping spree and a hot cup of Darjeeling tea. Enjoy dinner at the Taste of Tibet restaurant, which offers a panoramic view of the city.
Day 2: Lachen
From Gangtok (6 hours via NH10)
Morning: Drive to the Seven Sisters Waterfall and marvel at the natural beauty of the waterfall and the surrounding hills.
Afternoon: Stop for lunch at the Mughal E Azam restaurant in Mangan, known for its delectable Indian cuisine. Continue your drive to Lachen and check-in at the hotel.
Evening: Explore the quiet town of Lachen. Visit the Lachen Monastery and take a stroll through the Lachen market.
Day 3: Lachung
From Lachen (2 hours via NH510)
Morning: Drive to the Gurudongmar Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world, and watch the sun rise over the crystal clear waters.
Afternoon: Stop for lunch at the local restaurants in Thangu. Continue your drive to Lachung and check-in at the hotel.
Evening: Visit the Lachung Monastery and enjoy a serene walk through the Lachung valley. Enjoy dinner at the Snow Lion Restaurant.
Day 4: Yumthang Valley
From Lachung (1 hour via Road)
Morning: Visit the Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers, and admire the colorful blooms of rhododendrons and primulas.
Afternoon: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the valley and take a dip in the hot springs.
Evening: Drive back to Gangtok and spend your evening at the Club Mahindra Royal Demazong Casino. Enjoy dinner at the Fusion restaurant, which offers a unique blend of Sikkimese, Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine.
Recommendations
If you have more time, you can also visit the Rumtek Monastery, Tashi Ling and the Phodong Monastery. You could also take a cable car ride from Deorali to Tashiling to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. Sikkim is a treasure trove of natural beauty and adventure activities like trekking, paragliding, and river rafting. You can also visit the nearby hill stations of Darjeeling and Kalimpong for a complete Himalayan experience.
Time and Costs Estimates
Tashi Viewpoint (1 hour, Free)
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (1 hour, INR 20)
Baker’s Cafe (1.5 hours, INR 400)
Enchey Monastery (1 hour, Free)
MG Marg (1.5 hours, Free)
Taste of Tibet Restaurant (2 hours, INR 1000)
Seven Sisters Waterfall (2 hours, Free)
Mughal E Azam Restaurant (2 hours, INR 800)
Lachen Monastery (1 hour, Free)
Gurudongmar Lake (2 hours, INR 900)
Thangu (1 hour, Free)
Snow Lion Restaurant (2 hours, INR 1000)
Yumthang Valley (3 hours, Free)
Club Mahindra Royal Demazong Casino (3 hours, INR 3000)