Welcome to Sikkim’s Charming Hill Capital
Gangtok sits along forested hills with clouds drifting through its streets and monasteries overlooking deep valleys. The city feels clean, organized, and calm, with a mix of traditional Sikkimese culture and modern cafés and markets. Snow peaks often appear in the distance on clear mornings, and the air feels crisp year-round. Gangtok is perfect for families, honeymooners, and travelers who enjoy monasteries, mountain views, and scenic drives.
Must-Visit Attractions in Gangtok
MG Marg
This is the heart of Gangtok. A clean, pedestrian-only street lined with cafés, bakeries, shops, and benches. It’s the best place for evening walks, shopping, and people-watching.
Rumtek Monastery
One of the most important monasteries in Sikkim, Rumtek is known for its golden stupa, prayer flags, and peaceful surroundings. The intricate murals and chanting of monks add to the spiritual experience.
Tashi View Point
On a clear day, this viewpoint offers impressive views of Kanchenjunga and surrounding ranges. Sunrise here is especially beautiful when the peaks glow golden.
Hanuman Tok & Ganesh Tok
These hilltop temples offer wide city and mountain views. The roads leading up are scenic, and the quiet atmosphere makes them ideal for short stops.
Enchey Monastery
Set among pine trees, this 200-year-old monastery is small but serene. It’s perfect if you enjoy calm religious spaces away from crowds.
Unique Experiences in Gangtok
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake)
A high-altitude glacial lake surrounded by snow-covered mountains in winter and wildflowers in summer. Yak rides and snow play are popular here, depending on the season and road conditions.
Visit Nathula Pass (with permit)
On the Indo–China border, Nathula offers dramatic landscapes and snow in many months. It requires special permits and is usually closed on specific days, but the experience is unforgettable when open.
Ropeway ride in Gangtok
The cable car ride offers aerial views of the city, valleys, and rolling hills. It’s short but scenic and fun for all ages.
Taste local Sikkimese and Tibetan food
Try momos, thukpa, phalay, shyaphalay, gundruk soup, and butter tea. Warm bowls of noodles on a cold evening feel perfect here.
Explore nearby waterfalls
Banjhakri Falls and Seven Sisters Falls are popular photo stops with lush surroundings, especially during and after the monsoon.
What Makes Gangtok Special
Gangtok feels disciplined, welcoming, and close to nature. Clean streets, friendly locals, prayer flags fluttering in the wind, and glimpses of snowy peaks give it a distinct charm. It blends monasteries, cafés, viewpoints, and adventure trips without feeling chaotic. It’s the kind of hill city where you feel both relaxed and inspired at the same time.
Ideal Duration for Your Trip
Plan 2 to 3 days in Gangtok to explore monasteries, viewpoints, waterfalls, and MG Marg. Add extra days if you want trips to Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, Zuluk, or North Sikkim destinations like Lachen and Lachung.
Included
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Airport / Railway Station To Hotel Transfer on Private basis
- Hotel to Airport / Railway Station Transfer on Private basis
- Vehicle : Innova / Xylo / Scorpio
- Daily Breakfast
Excluded
- All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
- Surcharges as applicable due to peak season, surcharge dates, trade fair dates.
- Camera fees, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and starters.
- Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary.
- Mandatory Christmas/New Year Eve dinner cost will be applicable as advised by the hotels.
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list.
- Services of Tour Manager are not included in this package.
- Tips and porter-age.
- Tourism tax is excluded wherever applicable.
- Tips are excluded wherever applicable.
- International or Domestic airfare / Train Fare.
