Land of Monasteries & Mystic Rituals- Gangtok

On arrival at Bagdogra Airport, our local tour representative will meet you at the specified area and transfer you to Gangtok (130 kms, approx. 6-7 hours drive).

Gangtok: At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight.

Stay overnight at hotel in Gangtok.

Wake up to witness the awe striking natural beauty and charge yourself with morning breakfast. Today set out to cover breathtaking sights of Gangtok. Surrounded by monasteries and orchids, Gangtok is truly a traveller’s delight. Visit Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Flower show, Do Drul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Cottage Industry, Bakthang Falls & Rumtek Monastery. After local sightseeing, the evening is free for your own leisure and local shopping.

Stay overnight at hotel in Gangtok. (B)

Today morning take a fill at morning breakfast. Today we’ll go for a day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Timing will depend on the issuance of Permit). Situated at a height of 12,400 feet and an average depth of 50 ft, the lake offers serene and breathtaking beauty with sparkling blue water. Being on such a height, it is highly advisable to carry heavy woollens with you. It is about 45 kms away and takes approx. 3 hours to reach. Tsomgo / Tshangu / Changu Lake is regarded as a very sacred lake by local Buddhists and Hindus. The lake keeps frozen from winters to mid May. You can enjoy a yak ride here (on your own expense). Just on the lake side, visit the Baba Mandir, temple of Lord Shiva built in memory of sepoy Harbhajan Singh. Primula flowers and other alpine plantation provide an immaculate beauty to this place. Later return back to hotel in Gangtok and retire in your cozy bed for a relaxed sleep.

Stay overnight at hotel in Gangtok. (B)

Today morning after breakfast, Pack your bags & check out from the hotel. Later take transfer to Bagdogra Airport (130 kms, approx. 6-7 hours drive) & board your flight for Delhi. (B)

Above Itinerary is just indicative, do not consider it as a Final Schedule. It can be changed or swapped or rerouted.

Date & Time of Tours can be changed by Local Agent / Tour Operator.

Any Driving distance mentioned in the itinerary is tentative, actual time may vary depending on traffic condition and various other factors beyond our control.