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8-Day Adventure in Gangtok: Explore the Beauty of Sikkim

abhijeet paul

16 Nov 2023

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Embark on an exciting 8-day journey to Gangtok, Sikkim, India. Discover the stunning landscapes, visit ancient monasteries, explore vibrant markets, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Gangtok

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$44

Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre

Colorful & historic Buddhist monastery in a tranquil locale with scenic valley views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

7 - 9 min

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Shanti Viewpoint

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

28 - 34 min

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Saramsa Garden

Landscaped gardens & a greenhouse showcasing a variety of flora & fauna, popular with picnickers.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

40 - 48 min

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Butter Fly Bridge

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

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$5

13 - 16 min

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Flower Exhibition Centre - Ridge Park.

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

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$4

Day 2

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$35

Do Drul Chorten

Large hilltop Buddhist temple with a golden-domed stupa, elaborate shrines & engraved prayer wheels.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

22 - 33 min

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Black Cat Museum

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

14 - 17 min

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Namnang View Point

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

8 - 11 min

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Mahatma Gandhi Statue

11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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$5

Day 3

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$40

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Museum, library & research venue devoted to Tibetan culture, with statues, scrolls & ritual objects.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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Gangtok Ropeway

Cable car linking Deorali Bazaar with Tashiling Secretariat, offering views of mountains & the city.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

5 - 6 min

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M.G MARKET

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Thakurbari Temple

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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$5

Day 4

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$44

Khecheopalri Lake

Tranquil lake in forested surrounds, a popular pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

69 - 83 min

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Pemayangtse Monastery

Buddhist monastery built in the 17th century featuring a number of statues, sculptures & paintings.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

203 - 244 min

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Butterfly waterfalls

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

55 - 66 min

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Ban Jhakri Falls Park

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$4

Day 5

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$44

Kyongnosla Waterfall

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

39 - 47 min

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Sikkim Himalayan Zoological Park

Sprawling zoological park with select animals, a watchtower & views of Mount Khangchendzonga.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$4

78 - 117 min

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Bakthang Waterfall

Natural waterfall rushing down rocks into a small pool, viewable by a modest footbridge.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

27 - 33 min

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Hanuman Temple

Colorful, Army-maintained Hindu temple complex with dramatic valley & mountain views.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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$10

59 - 71 min

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Pal Karma Zurmang Shedup Chokhor Ling Lingdum Monastery (Ranka Monastery)

Peaceful Buddhist monastery known for its vibrant, decorative facade & charming hillside locale.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$5

Day 6

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$30

Kanchendzonga national park

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Plant Conservatory

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

Day 7

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$45

Enchey Monastery

Secluded, colorful Tibetan Buddhist monastery dating to 1908, standing on a hill above Gangtok.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$5

32 - 47 min

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Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary

This 31-sq.-km. wildlife sanctuary features animals & endangered plants, including orchids.

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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Gonjang Monastery

Colourful Buddhist monastery featuring golden statues & panoramic mountain views.

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

8 - 11 min

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Tashi View Point

Binoculars are recommended at this viewing platform for observing Kanchenjunga & surrounding hills.

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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$15

Day 8

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$29

Nathula

Scenic mountain pass once traveled by lines of mules carrying valuables over the ancient Silk Road.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

57 - 69 min

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Tashi View Point, Bojoghari

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$4

Budget breakdown: $311 In total

Activities & Food:$311