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Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary for Sikkim (June 2023)

  1. Day 1: Gangtok
    30 minutes (16.6 km) from Pakyong Airport

    Visit the Enchey Monastery in the morning followed by lunch at one of the many restaurants in MG Marg. In the afternoon, explore the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and finish the day with a scenic ropeway ride.

  2. Day 2: Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir
    2 hours (39.8 km) from Gangtok

    Start the day early and drive to Tsomgo Lake for a breathtaking view. Continue the journey to Baba Mandir, a holy shrine. Return to Gangtok by late afternoon for a leisurely stroll at the Ridge Park.

  3. Day 3: Pelling
    4 hours (116 km) from Gangtok

    Visit the Sanga Choeling Monastery for morning prayers. Drive to Pelling and visit the Pemayangtse Monastery in the afternoon. End the day with a visit to the Khecheopalri Lake for a serene sunset view.

  4. Day 4: Ravangla
    1.5 hours (46.5 km) from Pelling

    Visit the Buddha Park in the morning and enjoy a picnic lunch at Tathagata Tsal. In the afternoon, visit the Ravangla Monastery and enjoy a scenic view of the Himalayas.

  5. Day 5: Namchi
    1 hour (27.5 km) from Ravangla

    Visit the Char Dham and Samdruptse Hill in the morning. Drive to Namchi and visit the Ngadak Monastery in the afternoon. End the day with a visit to the Temi Tea Garden.

  6. Day 6: Lachung
    5 hours (115 km) from Gangtok

    Drive to Lachung and visit the Yumthang Valley for a view of the Himalayas. Enjoy a hot spring bath and return to Lachung for lunch. Visit the Lachung Monastery and end the day with a bonfire and stargazing.

  7. Day 7: Nathula Pass
    3 hours (54.5 km) from Lachung

    Start the day early and drive to Nathula Pass for a stunning view of the Indo-China border. Return to Gangtok for lunch and explore the local markets in the afternoon.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Rumtek Monastery, the Tashi View Point, and the Yuksom village. Side trips to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Bhutan are highly recommended for adventure seekers. Hiring a private driver for the entire trip is a great way to maximize your fun. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and shop for souvenirs to take back home.

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