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5-Day Bike Tour Adventure Through Sikkim and Pelling

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Day 1: Arrival and Local Sightseeing

Gangtok, India on June 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Live & Loud

Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring local Nepali and continental dishes, setting you up for the day’s journey. The cafe opens at 7:30am.
INR500, 1h

9:30am

Gangtok to Namchi Bike Ride

Begin your bike tour early with a scenic ride from Gangtok to Namchi, approximately 74 km, framed by lush landscapes and mountain views.
Bike rental INR1200 per day, 3h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Namthang Namchey

Savour authentic Sikkimese cuisine with dishes like gundruk soup and momos, fully enjoying local flavours in a cozy setting. Open from 12pm to 9pm.
INR600, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Char Dham Namchi

Explore the impressive Char Dham complex featuring replicas of famous Himalayan pilgrimage sites. Open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
INR50, 1h30m

4:30pm

Accommodation check-in and rest

Settle into your hotel in Namchi and unwind before dinner. Hotel options include Hotel Namthang Namchey and local guesthouses.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Namthang Namchey Restaurant

Relax with a comforting dinner of local dishes such as thukpa and steamed vegetables. Early dinner recommended before the next day’s ride.
INR600, 1h
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Day 2: Exploring Pelling

Pelling, India on June 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a simple breakfast at your hotel with tea, bread, and eggs to fuel today's ride to Pelling.
Included in stay, 45m

8:30am

Bike ride Namchi to Pelling

Start a thrilling bike ride covering approximately 53 km through scenic mountain roads to reach Pelling, famed for its panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga range.
Bike rental included, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at The Cafe at Pelling

Savour a fresh, delicious meal with a view of the valley, featuring traditional Sikkimese and Indian dishes. Opens from 11am to 8pm.
INR700, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Pemayangtse Monastery

Explore this 17th-century monastery, one of the oldest and most significant in Sikkim, known for its exquisite architecture and peaceful atmosphere. Open 8:30am - 5:30pm.
INR30, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Rabdentse Ruins

Visit the ruins of the former capital of Sikkim with stunning views, giving a glimpse into the region’s rich history. Open 9am - 6pm.
INR20, 1h

4:30pm

Check-in at a local guesthouse

Rest and freshen up at selected guesthouses such as Hotel Norbugang or similar.
Varies, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Norbugang Restaurant

Delight in local favourites such as Sikkimese chakthukpa or fried rice accompanied by a relaxing evening ambiance.
INR650, 1h
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Day 3: Lake and Village Tour

Pelling and surroundings, India on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Start the day with a fresh breakfast offering local fruits and light dishes.
Included, 45m

8:00am

Bike ride to Khecheopalri Lake

Travel about 20 km by bike to the sacred Khecheopalri Lake, revered as a wish-fulfilling lake by Buddhists and Hindus alike. Open for visitors all day.
Free entry, 1h

10:00am

Visit Yuksom Village

Discover the historical old capital of Sikkim, with traditional architecture and the starting point for treks to Kanchenjunga. Open all day.
Free, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Local Eateries in Yuksom

Experience authentic homemade Sikkimese cuisine in a family-run eatery, perfect for tasting fresh, traditional meals like gundruk and dal bhat.
INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Return bike ride to Pelling

Leisurely ride back to Pelling to enjoy the scenic valley views once again.
Included, 1h

3:30pm

Free time in Pelling town

Relax or explore the local markets offering handicrafts and souvenirs.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ivy’s Kitchen

Try a mix of Tibetan and Sikkimese dishes, including momos and thenthuk, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Open 7pm to 10pm.
INR700, 1h
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Day 4: Sightseeing and Adventure

Pelling to Gangtok, India on June 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a nutritious breakfast to prepare for the day's longer ride back to Gangtok.
Included, 45m

8:00am

Bike ride Pelling to Gangtok

Embark on a scenic and moderately challenging 115 km ride back to Gangtok along mountain roads offering spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas.
Bike rental included, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Baker's Cafe Gangtok

Rest and refuel with continental and local favourites in a cosy café setting, open from 8am to 8pm.
INR600, 1h

2:30pm

Visit MG Marg, Gangtok

Spend the afternoon exploring the vibrant main street filled with shops, cafes, and cultural spots, perfect for picking up souvenirs.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Check-in and rest at Gangtok hotel

Relax in your hotel, such as Hotel Seven Seventeen or similar, preparing for your departure.
Varies, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Taste of Tibet

Enjoy your final dinner sampling Tibetan specialties like tingmo and sha phaley in a welcoming atmosphere open until 9:30pm.
INR700, 1h
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Day 5: Departure

Gangtok, India on June 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

A light breakfast before your departure.
Included, 30m

8:00am

Departure from Gangtok

Prepare for your onward journey with memories of an exhilarating 5-day bike tour through Sikkim.
Varies, Varies
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