Exploring Gangtok in 4 Days

Day 1: City Center Exploration

Gangtok, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Baker's Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Baker's Cafe known for its freshly baked goods and coffee.
Baker's Cafe is located in the heart of Gangtok city. You can reach there by taking a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
INR 300, 1 hour

11:00AM

Enchey Monastery

Visit Enchey Monastery, a serene Buddhist monastery with intricate architecture and peaceful surroundings.
Enchey Monastery is a short drive from Baker's Cafe. You can hire a taxi to reach there.
INR 200, 1-2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Taste of Tibet

Enjoy a traditional Tibetan meal at Taste of Tibet restaurant, known for its authentic flavors and cozy ambiance.
Taste of Tibet is located nearby Enchey Monastery. You can walk or take a short taxi ride to reach there.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Do-Drul Chorten Stupa

Explore Do-Drul Chorten Stupa, a significant Buddhist stupa surrounded by prayer wheels and colorful flags.
Do-Drul Chorten Stupa is a short distance from Taste of Tibet. You can walk to reach there.
Free entry, 1 hour

5:00PM

Shop at MG Marg

End your day by shopping at MG Marg, the main street in Gangtok lined with shops selling local handicrafts and souvenirs.
MG Marg is within walking distance from Do-Drul Chorten Stupa.
Variable, 1-2 hours
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Day 2: Rumtek Monastery Visit

Gangtok, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Dining

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before heading to Rumtek Monastery.
Have breakfast at your hotel. Then, hire a taxi to take you to Rumtek Monastery.
Included in hotel stay, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Rumtek Monastery

Visit Rumtek Monastery, a magnificent monastery known for its stunning architecture and vibrant cultural heritage.
Rumtek Monastery is located outside Gangtok. It takes about an hour by taxi to reach there.
INR 300, 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Monastery Cafe

Relish a meal at the Monastery Cafe near Rumtek Monastery, offering local delicacies and a peaceful ambiance.
You can have lunch at the Monastery Cafe within the monastery premises.
INR 400, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok and spend the evening relaxing or exploring local markets.
Take a taxi back to Gangtok from Rumtek Monastery.
INR 300, 1 hour
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Day 3: Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir

Gangtok, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Dining

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a day trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Have breakfast at your hotel. Then, hire a taxi for a day trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Included in hotel stay, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Tsomgo Lake

Explore the breathtaking Tsomgo Lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and offering picturesque views.
Tsomgo Lake is located a couple of hours away from Gangtok by taxi.
INR 400 (entry fee), 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Lakeside Eatery

Enjoy a meal at a lakeside eatery near Tsomgo Lake, savoring local dishes amidst the tranquil scenery.
You can have lunch at one of the eateries near Tsomgo Lake.
INR 600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Baba Mandir

Pay homage at Baba Mandir, a revered shrine dedicated to an Indian soldier, offering a sense of patriotism and serenity.
Baba Mandir is a short distance from Tsomgo Lake. You can hire a taxi to reach there.
Free entry, 1 hour

5:00PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok and unwind after a day of exploring the natural beauty of Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Take a taxi back to Gangtok from Baba Mandir.
INR 400, 2 hours
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Day 4: Nathula Pass Visit

Gangtok, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Dining

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before departing for Nathula Pass, a high-altitude mountain pass near the Indo-China border.
Have breakfast at your hotel and then hire a taxi for a day trip to Nathula Pass.
Included in hotel stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Nathula Pass

Explore the majestic beauty of Nathula Pass, known for its scenic vistas, snow-capped peaks, and the winding roads leading to the border.
Nathula Pass is located a few hours away from Gangtok. Hire a taxi for a comfortable journey.
INR 200 (entry fee), 3-4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mountain View Restaurant

Relish a meal at Mountain View Restaurant near Nathula Pass, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
You can have lunch at Mountain View Restaurant located near Nathula Pass.
INR 800, 1 hour

3:00PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok, reflecting on the memorable experiences and stunning landscapes of Nathula Pass.
Take a taxi back to Gangtok from Nathula Pass.
INR 500, 2 hours
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