4-Day Scenic and Cultural Exploration of Sikkim, India

Day 1: Arrival and City Tour

Gangtok, India on May 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Live & Loud

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with beautiful views and a menu featuring local and continental dishes, perfect to start your Sikkim journey. The café opens at 7:30 am and has a relaxed ambiance.
INR300, 1h

9:30am

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Explore the Tibetan culture and Buddhist history with rare manuscripts and artifacts in this renowned research centre. It opens from 9 am to 4 pm daily.
INR50, 1h30m

11:15am

Enchey Monastery

Visit the serene 200-year-old monastery perched on a hilltop, offering spiritual ambiance and panoramic views of Gangtok.
Free, 45m

12:15pm

Lunch at The Coffee Shop, Hotel Sonam Delek

Taste authentic Sikkimese and Indian dishes in a cozy setting, suitable to replenish your energy post morning sightseeing.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Gangtok Ropeway

Take a scenic cable car ride to get aerial views of Gangtok and the natural surroundings, open 9 am to 5 pm.
INR200, 45m

2:30pm

MG Marg Shopping and Leisure

Stroll along the bustling MG Marg pedestrian street, perfect for local shopping and experiencing the vibrant culture of Gangtok.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Dinner at Taste of Tibet

Enjoy traditional Tibetan cuisine such as momos and thukpa in a warm, welcoming environment. Typically open until 9 pm.
INR500, 1h
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Day 2: Lakes and Spiritual Sites

Gangtok Area, India on May 11, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have a wholesome early breakfast to prepare for the day trip to high-altitude sites. Most hotels serve breakfast from 6:30 am.
Included in stay, 30m

8:00am

Drive to Tsongmo Lake

Take a scenic 2-hour drive east of Gangtok to the glacial Tsongmo Lake, renowned for its striking turquoise waters and surrounding snow-capped mountains.
INR300 for transport, 2h

10:00am

Explore Tsongmo Lake

Spend time walking around the pristine lake, soaking in breathtaking views and the peaceful atmosphere. Altitude here is about 3,750m, so acclimatise accordingly.
Entry included in transport cost, 1h30m

11:30am

Visit Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir

A short drive from the lake, this revered shrine honours the legendary Indian soldier Baba Harbhajan Singh and is an interesting cultural visit.
Free, 30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Local Diner near Lake

Have light Sikkimese dishes at a small local eatery offering soups and momos, perfect after the cool lakeside visit.
INR350, 45m

1:30pm

Return to Gangtok

Drive back to Gangtok to relax and freshen up before evening activities.
INR300, 2h

4:00pm

Tashi Viewpoint

Visit this viewpoint for sunset views of Mount Kanchenjunga and surrounding valleys. Best visited afternoon to evening.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at The Square - WelcomHotel Gangtok

Dine in style with a mix of local and international cuisine while enjoying warm hospitality in this upscale hotel restaurant.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Pelling Exploration

Pelling, India on May 12, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Checkout

Have a substantial breakfast and prepare for the 4-hour scenic drive to Pelling, noted for its views and monasteries.
Included in stay, 1h

8:30am

Drive Gangtok to Pelling

Travel southwest to Pelling through picturesque mountain roads showcasing views of the Himalayas and terraced hillsides.
INR1500 for transport, 4h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Pemayangtse

Enjoy lunch at this beautiful hotel with Nepali, Sikkimese and Indian cuisine offering great hospitality.
INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Pemayangtse Monastery

Tour one of Sikkim’s oldest and most prestigious monasteries, known for its unique architecture and stunning mountain backdrop. Open 9 am to 4 pm.
INR100, 1h

3:30pm

Khecheopalri Lake

Short drive to this sacred lake known for its tranquil waters and local legends, perfect for a calm stroll.
Free, 45m

5:00pm

Relax at hotel or view Kanchenjunga

Unwind with views of the majestic Kanchenjunga from your accommodation or nearby viewpoints.
Free, Rest of evening

7:30pm

Dinner at Norling Restaurant

Dine on local Sikkimese favourites and fresh mountain vegetables in a cosy traditional setting.
INR450, 1h
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Day 4: Ravangla and Departure

Ravangla and Gangtok, India on May 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Checkout

Early breakfast before departure to Ravangla, a peaceful town known for Buddha Park.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Ravangla

Morning 2-hour drive from Pelling to Ravangla passing through beautiful countryside landscapes.
INR800 for transport, 2h

10:00am

Buddha Park (Tathagata Tsal)

Visit this serene park that features a giant Buddha statue and beautiful gardens, an important spiritual site. Open 9 am to 5 pm.
INR20, 1h

11:30am

Lunch at Local Café

Enjoy a simple but tasty meal with local flavours before returning to Gangtok.
INR300, 45m

12:30pm

Drive back to Gangtok

Return drive to Gangtok for onward travel or departure. Time permitting, a final stroll in MG Marg can be arranged.
INR800 for transport, 3h
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