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9 Days in Gangtok: A Journey to the Enchanting Land of Sikkim

Don Bosco

Don Bosco

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure to Gangtok, Sikkim, India. Discover breathtaking views, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting land. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Gangtok

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Day 1Food, Shopping, and Spectacular Views
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$90

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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mg road
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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M.G MARKET
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Namnang View Point
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$11
5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
Day 2Exploring Tibetan Culture and Alpine Beauty
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$95

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
7 - 9 min

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Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
Museum, library & research venue devoted to Tibetan culture, with statues, scrolls & ritual objects.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
19 - 23 min

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Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary
This 31-sq.-km. wildlife sanctuary features animals & endangered plants, including orchids.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
14 - 17 min

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Tangerine Lounge Bar and Grill
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
12 - 17 min

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12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$27
Day 3Spiritual Retreats and Natural Wonders
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$108

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
46 - 56 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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$8
56 - 68 min

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Do Drul Chorten
Large hilltop Buddhist temple with a golden-domed stupa, elaborate shrines & engraved prayer wheels.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Flower Exhibition Centre - Ridge Park.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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$3
16 - 23 min

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12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$27
34 - 51 min

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Enchey Monastery
Secluded, colorful Tibetan Buddhist monastery dating to 1908, standing on a hill above Gangtok.
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
18 - 27 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$39
Day 4Gardens, Waterfalls, and Scenic Ropeway
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$130

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
44 - 53 min

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Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden
Landscaped garden featuring a variety of flowers, plus fountains & other water features.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
49 - 59 min

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Gangtok Ropeway
Cable car linking Deorali Bazaar with Tashiling Secretariat, offering views of mountains & the city.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
20 - 24 min

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Bakthang Waterfall
Natural waterfall rushing down rocks into a small pool, viewable by a modest footbridge.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$8
28 - 34 min

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Orchids Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
27 - 33 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$39
Day 5Monasteries, Museums, and Local Delights
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$109

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
58 - 70 min

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Kartok monastery
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$4
45 - 54 min

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Sikkim Science Centre
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$8
24 - 29 min

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Black Cat Museum
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$33
9 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
Day 6Wildlife Encounters and Serene Gardens
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$95

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
24 - 29 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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$3
12 - 15 min

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Tashi View Point
Binoculars are recommended at this viewing platform for observing Kanchenjunga & surrounding hills.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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$11
19 - 23 min

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Butterfly waterfalls
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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$11
81 - 98 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$27
44 - 53 min

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The Square
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 7Panoramic Views and Tranquil Monasteries
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$105

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
29 - 35 min

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Tashi View Point, Bojoghari
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$3
38 - 46 min

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Phodong Monastery
Located at 4500 ft, this monastery, circa 1740, has views of deep valleys & surrounding mountains.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$8
95 - 142 min

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Labrang Monastery
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
65 - 78 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
92 - 111 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$39
Day 8Monastic Treasures and Majestic Waterfalls
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$96

Club Mahindra
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
55 - 66 min

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Phensang Monastery
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
29 - 35 min

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Gonjang Monastery
Colourful Buddhist monastery featuring golden statues & panoramic mountain views.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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$4
38 - 46 min

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Ban Jhakri Falls Park
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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$3
17 - 21 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$39
1 - 2 min

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The Square
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 9Handicrafts, Monasteries, and Scenic Delights
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$89

Parivar Veg Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 5 min

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Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
45 - 54 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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$4
42 - 51 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$33
18 - 27 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $913 In total

Activities & Food:$913