Gangtok Holiday Package

Gangtok Holiday Package

Sikkim is today opening up and proving to be an enchanting new world of friendly, socialite people, exotic flora and fauna, fabulous vistas and serene monastic settlements. Sikkim Tourism India offers several treks that lead through pine forests and picturesque valleys. The state is also the base for mountaineering expeditions and excellent river rafting. In the past few years the state has become one of the most sought after tourist destination.

Widely known for its picturesque beauty and Buddhist pilgrimage centers, this beautiful hill station is amongst the most popular tourist destinations in the northeast. Incorporating some of the best sightseeing spots, Gangtok holiday packages include visits to religious points as well as nature trails. This includes the likes of Buddhist monasteries as these brightly painted sacred spots are one of the major faces of Gangtok. Under this, the popular ones are Enchey Monastery, Ranka Monastery, Gonjang Monastery and Do Drul Chorten Stupa. The city also has Hindu pilgrimage centers dotted at its various locations. This entitles the tour packages with visits to tsomgo lake, Hanuman Tok and Namgyal Research Institute of Tibetology.

Day 01: NJP Rly Stn / IXB Airport – Kalimpong (About 75 kms / 3 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Kalimpong. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Kalimpong.

Day 02: Kalimpong Sightseeing – Darjeeling (59 kms / 3 hrs)

After breakfast enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills & Flowers Nurseries. After that transfer to Darjeeling (6,710 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 03: Darjeeling Sightseeing

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self - help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 04: Darjeeling –Pelling (109 Kms / 4 hrs)

This morning after breakfast transfer to Pelling (6,100 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 05: Pelling Sightseeing

After breakfast start for full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In afternoon start for 2nd Half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Halipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 06: Pelling – Gangtok (120 kms / 5 hrs) via Chardham

After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,480 ft.). Enroute visit Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 07: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) Which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)

Day 08: Gangtok – Lachung (116 kms / 6 hrs)

After breakfast pick up from hotel & transfer to Lachung (8,800 ft.). Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Water Fall, Naga Water Fall, and arrive Lachung by evening. Dinner & Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 09: Lachung –Yumthang Valley Excursion

After breakfast drive to Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft. Known as Valley of Flowers). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 10: Lachung– Gangtok (116 kms / 6 hrs)

After breakfast departure for Gangtok, enroute witness the wonderful Bheema & Twin water falls. On arrival at Gangtok check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 11: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (125 kms / 4 hrs)

After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfers to NJP Railway Station / IXB airport for your onward journey

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Road from Siliguri, Darjeeling & Kalimpong:

• From Siliguri / NJP (~114 km / 4 to 4.5 hours): Via NH-10 along the scenic winding valley of the Teesta river through Sevoke, Coronation Bridge, Teesta Bazaar, and Rangpo into Gangtok.
• From Darjeeling (~98 km / 3.5 to 4 hours): Via Peshok, Teesta Bazaar, and Rangpo.
• From Kalimpong (~75 km / 2.5 to 3 hours): Via Teesta Bridge and Rangpo.
• Regular shared Tata Sumo cabs, luxury innovas, and SNT (Sikkim Nationalised Transport) AC buses run continuously from Siliguri Central Bus Stand directly to Gangtok Deorali Stand.

By Train & Air:

• Bagdogra International Airport (Airport Code: IXB - 120 km south): Major international airport with regular daily connections to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.
• Pakyong Airport (Airport Code: PYG - 30 km south): Regional airport with direct ATR flights to Kolkata and Delhi.
• New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (Station Code: NJP - 118 km south): Major broad gauge railway terminus connecting northeastern India with express trains across India.

Gangtok features glacial alpine lakes, 14,000ft Himalayan border passes, 16th-century monasteries, and vehicle-free promenades:

1. Tsomgo Lake / Changu Lake & Yak Safaris (Sacred Glacial Lake at 12,313ft - 38 km)

A sacred high altitude glacial lake situated at 3,753 meters (12,313 ft) on the Gangtok Nathula highway. Fed by melting snows, the oval shaped lake changes colors with seasons, freezes solid in winter, and offers joyrides on colorfully decorated mountain yaks.

Tsomgo Lake — Sacred High-Altitude Glacial Lake at 12,313 Feet near Gangtok

2. Nathula Pass & Indo-China Border Post (Historic Silk Route at 14,140ft - 54 km)

A mountain pass perched at 4,310 meters (14,140 ft) on the Old Silk Route connecting India with Tibet. Visitors can observe the international border fence, Indian and Chinese army outposts, the world's highest ATM, and pay homage at the nearby Baba Harbhajan Singh War Memorial (requires special PAP permit).

Nathula Pass — Historic Indo-China Silk Route Border Post at 14,140 Feet

3. Rumtek Monastery & Dharma Chakra Centre (Grand Seat of the Karmapa - 23 km)

The largest and most magnificent Buddhist monastery in Sikkim, serving as the international seat in exile of the Gyalwang Karmapa (head of the Karma Kagyu lineage). Reconstructed in the 1960s, the complex features a four story main shrine, brilliant Tibetan murals, golden stupas, and priceless Buddhist scriptures.

Rumtek Monastery — Dharma Chakra Centre and Grand Seat of the Karmapa near Gangtok

4. MG Marg & Heritage Promenade (Vehicle-Free Alpine Boulevard & Town Centre)

The vibrant cultural and social heart of Gangtok, MG Marg is a beautifully paved, vehicle free, smoke free, and litter free European style promenade. Lined with Victorian style park benches, lampposts, cafes, restaurants, and handicraft boutiques.

MG Marg — Vehicle-Free Alpine Promenade and Cultural Heart of Gangtok

5. Ban Jhakri Falls & Shamanic Energy Park (100ft Cascade & Lepcha Heritage Park - 7 km)

A 100 foot natural mountain waterfall set within a 2 acre landscaped thematic energy park. Decorated with ethnic statues and exhibits depicting ancient Sikkimese shamanic folklore (Jhakri healer tradition), solar energy displays, and wooden bridges.

Ban Jhakri Falls — 100ft Natural Cascade and Shamanic Heritage Park in Gangtok

6. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology & Do Drul Chorten (Priceless Tibetan Relics & 108 Prayer Wheels - 2 km)

A world renowned autonomous research center dedicated to the study of Tibetan religion, language, and culture. The museum houses rare 11th century thangkas, bronze statues, and ancient manuscripts, located adjacent to the golden spired Do Drul Chorten with 108 prayer wheels.

7. Tashi Viewpoint & Bakthang Waterfalls (Panoramic Kanchenjunga Sunrise Spot - 8 km)

Built by Tashi Namgyal (the late King of Sikkim), this premier elevated viewpoint offers breathtaking sunrise vistas of Mount Kanchenjunga and Mount Siniolchu. En route, visitors stop at the gushing Bakthang Waterfalls along the highway.

8. Hanuman Tok & Ganesh Tok (High-Altitude Temples & Gangtok Valley Viewpoints - 11 km)

Scenic Hindu shrines maintained by the Indian Army and local devasthan trusts perched at over 7,200 feet, offering 360 degree panoramic lookouts over Gangtok city, the royal palace, and snowy Himalayan horizons.

9. Gangtok Ropeway / Cable Car & Enchey Monastery (200-Year-Old Nyingma Sanctuary & Aerial Rides)

A 1 km double zig zag bi cable ropeway soaring over Gangtok valley from Deorali to Tashiling. Nearby sits Enchey Monastery, a 200 year old sanctuary believed to be blessed by Lama Drupthob Karpo.