Sikkim: A Day of Adventure and Culture for Families and Foodies

Day 1: Adventure and Culture

Gangtok, Sikkim

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Live & Loud

Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast at Café Live & Loud, known for its vibrant atmosphere and local flavors such as millet pancakes and fresh fruit smoothies.
Head south down M.G. Marg, which will take you about 10 minutes on foot.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Rumtek Monastery

Experience the serenity of Rumtek Monastery, the largest and most important monastery in Sikkim, where you can explore stunning architecture and lush surroundings.
Take a local taxi from the café to the monastery, which is approximately 24 km away and takes about 30 minutes.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Nature Walk at Tsomgo Lake

Enjoy a scenic drive to Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake surrounded by spectacular mountains, perfect for a family-friendly nature walk and some stunning views.
Hire a taxi or arrange a shared taxi from Rumtek Monastery to Tsomgo Lake, approximately 35 km and about 1 hour drive.
INR 2000 for taxi fare, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Coffee Shop

Savor a traditional Sikkimese lunch at The Coffee Shop, where you can try dishes like Phagshapa (pork with radish) and momos.
Head to the nearby eatery after your nature walk; it's a short taxi ride back about 20 minutes from the lake.
INR 800, 1 hour

2:30PM

Cable Car Ride at Gangtok

Experience thrilling views of the Himalayan landscape from the Gangtok Ropeway, offering a fun and exhilarating ride over lush valleys.
From the café, take a 15-minute taxi ride to the Ropeway station downtown.
INR 700 per person, 1 hour

3:30PM

Explore Enchey Monastery

Discover the tranquil Enchey Monastery, which stands at a height of 3,800 feet and offers not only cultural insights but also breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga range.
A short 10-minute taxi ride from the Ropeway station will get you there.
Free entry, 1 hour

5:00PM

Street Food Experience at M.G. Marg

Stroll down M.G. Marg for an exciting street food adventure, sampling local delicacies like Kathi rolls and gajar halwa from various stalls and food carts.
From Enchey Monastery, it’s a quick 5-minute ride back to M.G. Marg.
INR 500, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Taste of Sikkim

End your day with a sumptuous dinner at Taste of Sikkim, renowned for its authentic local cuisine, including thukpa and chhurpi.
Walk to the restaurant, just a short 5-minute stroll from M.G. Marg.
INR 1000, 2 hours

8:30PM

Experience Local Culture

Cap off your day by enjoying a traditional dance performance if available, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Sikkim.
Check local listings for performance schedules around M.G. Marg.
INR 300, 1 hour
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