Gangtok Tour Package

Gangtok Tour Package

Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim on a ridge at 5500 feet height is a beautiful hill station and the hub of different activities of this North-East Indian state. Located in the clouds and surrounded by the plush greenery, deep valleys and scenic view of Khangchendzonga (Kanchenjunga), the beautiful hill town is a business, political, cultural, education and tourism hub of the state where a good number of tourists come all through the year. Here, you will see a just right blend of earliest culture and traditions and up to date fashion and trends. Entire hill station and its neighboring area has a charisma of its own that keep one spell bound. MG Marg is the main street and a great place to chill out. Being the first litter and spit free zone, the beautiful street is free from vehicular traffic. During your Gangtok tour, you will be exploring some of the wonderful attractions in the city that will surely keep you enticed and spell bound. Some of the must see destinations and tourist places are Rumtek Monastery, Himalayan Zoological Park, Nathula, Tsomgo Lake, Tashi View Point Ropeway, Ganesh Tok (the Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha), Temi Tea Garden, Enchey Monastery, Do-drul Chorten, Dodrupchen Monastery, Hanuman Tok, Banjhakri Waterfalls, Institute of Tibetology and Handloom Center.

Gangtok but from the pages of early 18th century and 19th century it is outlined that after the defeat of the Tibetans by the British, the town became an eminent commercial hub between Tibet and British India. This place has gained greater importance amongst the Buddhists after constructing the Enchey Monastery in the end of the 19th century. Nonetheless Gangtok Tour also steers you to the border mountain passes - Nathula and Jelepla passes, which were closed after the Sino-Indian War in 1962. This land is a perfect dwelling for various cultures and religions which are thriving in an ideal concord. This land is a perfect example of

Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Gangtok (125 kms / 4 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Gangtok (5,480 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 02: Gangtok Local Sightseeing

Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 03: 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 04: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (125 kms / 4 hrs)

After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departures transfer 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.