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5-Day Adventure in Gangtok

Nishita Boruah

Nishita Boruah

7 Nov 2023

Embark on an exciting 5-day journey to Gangtok, Sikkim, India. Explore stunning monasteries, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Gangtok

Day 1
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$260

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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$30
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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$20
237 - 285 min

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Phodong Monastery
Located at 4500 ft, this monastery, circa 1740, has views of deep valleys & surrounding mountains.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
63 - 76 min

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Orchids Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
52 - 63 min

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Phensang Monastery
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
33 - 40 min

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Gonjang Monastery
Colourful Buddhist monastery featuring golden statues & panoramic mountain views.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
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$10
21 - 26 min

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2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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$88
Day 2
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$334

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$72
54 - 65 min

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Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre
Colorful & historic Buddhist monastery in a tranquil locale with scenic valley views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
39 - 47 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
48 - 58 min

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Namnang View Point
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
11 - 16 min

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Tsuglakhang Monastery & Temple
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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Thakurbari Temple
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
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$10
10 - 12 min

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Lhasa Falls
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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Sa Ngor Chotshog Center
Founded in 1961, this Ngorpa Tibetan Buddhist monastery features sweeping views.
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
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$10
20 - 24 min

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Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
38 - 46 min

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Kyongnosla Waterfall
8:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$30
Day 3
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$314

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
12 - 15 min

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Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary
This 31-sq.-km. wildlife sanctuary features animals & endangered plants, including orchids.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$40
27 - 40 min

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Kanchendzonga national park
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$40
31 - 38 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$72
10 - 15 min

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Gangtok Ropeway
Cable car linking Deorali Bazaar with Tashiling Secretariat, offering views of mountains & the city.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$50
13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 4
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$270

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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$50
65 - 78 min

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Bakthang Waterfall
Natural waterfall rushing down rocks into a small pool, viewable by a modest footbridge.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
19 - 23 min

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Enchey Monastery
Secluded, colorful Tibetan Buddhist monastery dating to 1908, standing on a hill above Gangtok.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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$10
10 - 12 min

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Gangtok view
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
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$10
57 - 69 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$88
9 - 14 min

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Karma Shri Nalanda Institute
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
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$10
57 - 69 min

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Kartok monastery
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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$10
43 - 52 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 5
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$374

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
26 - 32 min

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Tashi View Point, Bojoghari
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$8
33 - 40 min

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Ban Jhakri Falls Park
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Fly Sikkim Adventure
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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$100
17 - 21 min

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2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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$88
27 - 33 min

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Fambonglho wild life Sanctuary
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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$40
50 - 60 min

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Labrang Monastery
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
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$10
28 - 34 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80

Budget breakdown: $1552 In total

Activities & Food:$1552