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Sikkim Family-Friendly Itinerary (June 2023)

  1. Day 1: Gangtok
    From Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok (4 hours, 124 km)

    Visit the Enchey Monastery, stroll around the Gangtok city center, and enjoy a spectacular sunset view from the Tashi Viewpoint.

  2. Day 2: Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir
    From Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake (1 hour 40 minutes, 38 km)

    Take a yak ride around the scenic Tsomgo Lake, visit the Baba Mandir, and indulge in some hot momos and tea at the nearby stalls.

  3. Day 3: Pelling
    From Tsomgo Lake to Pelling (4 hours 45 minutes, 127 km)

    Explore the serene Khecheopalri Lake, marvel at the mighty Kanchenjunga from the Pemayangtse Monastery, and take a walk around the Rabdentse Ruins.

  4. Day 4: Yuksom
    From Pelling to Yuksom (1 hour 40 minutes, 35 km)

    Visit the historic Dubdi Monastery, the first monastery in Sikkim, hike to the Khecheopalri Lake, and admire the stunning views from the Tashiding Monastery.

  5. Day 5: Namchi
    From Yuksom to Namchi (4 hours 30 minutes, 107 km)

    Explore the beautiful Namchi Rock Garden, Namchi Helipad, and the Samdruptse Monastery, which is home to the tallest statue of Guru Padmasambhava in the world.

  6. Day 6: Ravangla
    From Namchi to Ravangla (1 hour 10 minutes, 23 km)

    Visit the Temi Tea Garden, the only tea estate in Sikkim, take a walk around the Buddha Park, and enjoy panoramic views from the Ralong Monastery.

  7. Day 7: Darjeeling
    From Ravangla to Darjeeling (3 hours 30 minutes, 72 km)

    Watch the sunrise from the Tiger Hill, explore the tea plantations and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and end the day with a toy train ride.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the Rumtek Monastery, the Changu Lake, and the Singhik Viewpoint. You can also take a day trip to the Nathu La Pass, the India-China border. To maximize your fun, try some local delicacies like gundruk and sinki, and shop for souvenirs like thangkas and handwoven blankets. Lastly, don't forget to carry warm clothes and rain gear, as the weather can be unpredictable.

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