A Day in the Enchanting Land of Sikkim

Day 1: Explore Gangtok

Gangtok, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at The Coffee Shop

Kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast of Tibetan butter tea and momos at The Coffee Shop, a cozy spot popular with locals.
Located in the MG Marg area, it is a short walk from many hotels.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit the Enchey Monastery

Just a short taxi ride away, Enchey Monastery is an important Buddhist monastery with serene surroundings and impressive architecture.
Take a local taxi, it's about 10 minutes from the city center.
FREE, 1.5 hours

10:30 AM

Explore the Flower Exhibition Centre

Marvel at the vibrant array of local flowers and plants at the Flower Exhibition Centre, an ideal place for nature lovers.
It's nearby the Monastery, a taxi ride of about 5 minutes.
INR 30, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Discover the rich history of Tibetan culture at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, which houses a vast collection of artifacts.
A quick 10-minute taxi ride from the Flower Exhibition Centre.
INR 100, 1.5 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at The Dragon Wok

Savor a delightful lunch featuring local Sikkimese cuisine such as Phagshapas (pork with spicy radish) at The Dragon Wok.
Return to MG Marg, as this restaurant is centrally located.
INR 600, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Ride the Gangtok Ropeway

Experience breathtaking views of the city and mountains from the Gangtok Ropeway, a thrilling way to appreciate the natural beauty.
The ropeway station is located near MG Marg, a short walk away.
INR 200, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Explore Tsomgo Lake

Take a trip to Tsomgo Lake, an alpine glacial lake surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges, where you can take a yak ride.
Hiring a taxi is recommended; it takes about 1.5 hours to reach.
INR 3,000 (including taxi), 2.5 hours

6:00 PM

Return to Gangtok

Head back to Gangtok after soaking in the beauty of Tsomgo Lake, truly an unforgettable experience.
Taxi back to the city center.
INR 3,000 (including return), 1.5 hours

7:30 PM

Dinner at Sikkim Universal Hospital Café

End your day with a hearty dinner of local specialties such as Thukpa (noodle soup) and Chowmein at this casual, cozy café.
Located just off MG Marg, an easy 10-minute walk.
INR 400, 1 hour

8:30 PM

Stroll at MG Marg

Enjoy a leisurely evening walk at MG Marg, a lively pedestrian street filled with shops and local vendors.
Walk back to MG Marg to explore the area.
FREE, 1 hour
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