Family Friendly Itinerary in Gangtok with Nathula

Day 1: Adventure at Nathula

Gangtok, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day early with a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Gangtok before heading for the day’s adventure.
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation.
Complimentary at hotel, 1 hour

8:00AM

Excursion to Nathula Pass

Travel to Nathula Pass, the Indo-China border, where you can enjoy stunning views and learn about the historical significance of the area.
Take a taxi from Gangtok to Nathula Pass (Approx. 2-3 hours drive).
INR 500 per person for permit fee + taxi fare, 2-3 hours

11:30AM

Explore Nathula

Spend time at Nathula Pass, taking pictures and absorbing the breathtaking mountain scenery.
Walk around the area and enjoy the surroundings.
Free entry, 1-2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Eatery

On your return journey, stop for lunch at a local eatery and enjoy some Sikkimese delicacies.
Find a nearby restaurant on the way back to Gangtok.
INR 600 for a meal for a family of 4, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit Tsomgo Lake

After lunch, visit the stunning Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake with beautiful surroundings, perfect for family photos.
Take a taxi from the restaurant to Tsomgo Lake (Approx. 1 hour drive).
INR 400 per person for entry fee, 1-2 hours

4:30PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok, where you can stroll through the local markets and unwind after a long day.
Take a taxi back to Gangtok (Approx. 1.5 hours drive).
INR 1000 for taxi back to Gangtok, 1-2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Hotel

Relax and enjoy a cozy dinner at your hotel, discussing your day's adventures at Nathula and Tsomgo.
Dine at your accommodation.
INR 1500 for a family meal, 1 hour
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Day 2: Cultural Exploration

Gangtok, India

8:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy another leisurely breakfast at your hotel as you prepare for a day of cultural discovery.
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation.
Complimentary at hotel, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Rumtek Monastery

Explore the serene Rumtek Monastery, a significant cultural site known for its architecture and tranquil environment.
Take a taxi from Gangtok to Rumtek Monastery (Approx. 1 hour drive).
INR 100 per person for entry fee, 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Savor a delicious traditional Sikkimese lunch at a nearby restaurant after your visit to the monastery.
Find a local eatery near Rumtek.
INR 600 for a meal for a family of 4, 1 hour

2:30PM

Explore Banjhakri Falls

Spend the afternoon at Banjhakri Falls, enjoying the lush landscape and letting the kids splash around in the water.
Take a taxi from Rumtek Monastery to Banjhakri Falls (Approx. 30 minutes drive).
INR 50 per person for entry fee, 1-2 hours

4:30PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok and perhaps do some shopping or visit a café for local snacks.
Take a taxi back to Gangtok (Approx. 45 minutes drive).
INR 800 for taxi back to Gangtok, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at a Local Eatery

Enjoy a delightful dinner at a popular local restaurant, trying out more of the delectable local cuisine.
Find a recommended restaurant for dinner.
INR 800 for a family meal, 1 hour
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