Sikkim is a land of tranquility, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes🏔️🌿. This 5-day pilgrimage tour takes you to Tsuklakhang Palace Temple, a sacred site where tradition meets royalty🏰🙏.Explore the Enchey & Ranka Monasteries, feeling the divine aura of Buddhism🏯🕉️.The journey to Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass offers mesmerizing views of the snow-clad Himalayas❄️🚗. You’ll also visit Hanuman Tok & Baba Harbhajan Mandir, known for their spiritual significance🙏🇮🇳. Stroll through MG Marg, enjoy local delicacies, and shop for souvenirs🎁🛍️. Discover the history of Tibetan Buddhism at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology📜📖. Refresh your senses at Banjhakri Waterfalls, surrounded by nature’s beauty🌊🌳. With comfortable accommodations across Standard, Deluxe, Super Deluxe, and Premium categories, this tour blends divine blessings and scenic wonders perfectly✨🏞️.
🏞️ Highlights:
✅ Explore Tsuklakhang Palace Temple, a spiritual gem in Gangtok 🏰🙏.
✅ Witness the serene beauty of Tsomgo Lake & Nathula Pass ❄️🏞️.
✅ Visit famous monasteries like Enchey & Ranka for a peaceful retreat 🏯🕉️.
✅ Experience Sikkimese culture at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology 📖🎭.
✅ Enjoy MG Marg & local markets for authentic souvenirs 🛍️🎁.
✅ Scenic views of Banjhakri Waterfalls & Hanuman Tok 🌿💦.
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Gangtok – Gateway to the Himalayas
Gangtok
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station and meet our representative for a comfortable transfer to Gangtok🚗🏞️.Enjoy the scenic drive through lush green landscapes and winding mountain roads🌄🌿.Check into your hotel and relax after your journey🏨✨.In the evening, visit MG Marg, the bustling heart of Gangtok, perfect for a leisure stroll and local shopping🛍️🌆.Return to the hotel for a delicious dinner and overnight stay🌙🏡.
MG Marg:
The vibrant MG Marg is the heart of Gangtok, filled with shops, cafés, and lively streets🏙️🎭.A pedestrian-only zone, it offers a relaxing atmosphere for shopping and dining☕🛍️.The place is decorated with beautiful fountains, benches, and street lamps, making it a perfect spot for a stroll🚶♂️💡.You can find a variety of Sikkimese handicrafts, souvenirs, and local delicacies here🎨🍛.Cultural performances and festivals often bring this street to life, especially during major celebrations🎶🎊.
Day 2 :
Spiritual Tour – Tsuklakhang Palace Temple & More
Gangtok
Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel🍽️.Visit the Tsuklakhang Palace Temple, a sacred monastery within the royal palace complex, known for its beautiful architecture and spiritual ambiance🏯🕉️.Continue to Enchey Monastery, a 200-year-old monastery that offers a peaceful environment with a stunning view of Kanchenjunga🏔️🙏.Next, visit Hanuman Tok, a revered temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas🐵🏞️.Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, tasting authentic Sikkimese cuisine🍛🥘.Spend your evening at leisure, exploring the nearby local markets or relaxing at the hotel🌅🏨.Overnight stay in Gangtok🌙.
Tsuklakhang Palace Temple:
This Buddhist monastery is located within the Royal Palace complex of Sikkim and holds spiritual significance🏰🙏.The temple features exquisite wooden carvings and beautiful murals depicting Buddhist traditions🎨🕉️.It serves as the venue for many important Buddhist festivals and royal ceremonies🏮🎊. The peaceful ambiance, with the smell of burning incense, makes it a perfect place for meditation🧘♂️🌿.Surrounded by prayer wheels and towering stupas, this site offers a serene experience to visitors🏯
Hanuman Tok:
A famous Hanuman temple located on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of Gangtok🏔️🛕.Believed to be a spot where Lord Hanuman rested while carrying the Sanjeevani herb, adding to its spiritual significance🌿🕉️. The well-maintained temple is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a calm and peaceful environment🍃.One of the best places to enjoy the magnificent sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga🌅🏔️.The temple is maintained by the Indian Army, adding a touch of discipline and neatness to the place🎖️🇮🇳.
Start early Breakfast with a drive to Nathula Pass (subject to permit availability), an Indo-China border known for its thrilling altitude and snow-covered roads🚗❄️.On the way, visit Tsomgo Lake, a mesmerizing glacial lake that changes colors with the seasons and is surrounded by snow-capped peaks❄️🏞️.Explore Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, a temple dedicated to an Indian army soldier with legendary stories🇮🇳🏰.Return to Gangtok by late afternoon and enjoy a relaxed evening sipping Sikkimese tea while overlooking the mountains🍵🌄.Overnight stay in Gangtok🏨🌙.
Nathula Pass:
One of the highest motorable roads in the world, connecting India to China at 14,140 ft🌏🏔️.Once part of the historic Silk Route, Nathula Pass is now a strategic Indo-China border post🚧🇮🇳🇨🇳.Visitors can witness Indian and Chinese soldiers standing guard at the international border🏳️🚶♂️.The road to Nathula is scenic, passing through snow-covered landscapes, waterfalls, and breathtaking valleys❄️⛰️.Due to its high altitude, visitors might experience thin air, so carrying warm clothes and staying hydrated is essential🧥💨.
somgo Lake:
A mesmerizing glacial lake located at 12,310 ft, famous for its changing colors throughout the seasons🌈🏞️. In winter, the lake freezes completely, offering a stunning snow-covered landscape❄️🏔️.It is considered sacred by locals, and Buddhist monks often perform rituals on its banks🛕🙏.Visitors can enjoy yak rides along the lake, adding to the charm of the place🐃🚶♂️.The surrounding pristine mountains and reflections on the water make it a perfect spot for photography📸🌄.
Day 4 :
Temples & Cultural Sights
Gangtok
After breakfast, visit Ranka Monastery, one of the most scenic monasteries in Sikkim, where you can witness Buddhist rituals and interact with monks🏯🧘.Explore the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, a cultural hub preserving Tibetan history, art, and rare manuscripts📜📖.Enjoy the refreshing ambiance of Banjhakri Waterfalls, a popular tourist attraction surrounded by lush greenery and folk legends💦🌳.Visit Do Drul Chorten Stupa, an important Buddhist monument known for its golden dome and prayer wheels🛕📿.Return to the hotel for a cozy dinner and overnight stay in Gangtok🌙🍽️.
Banjhakri Waterfalls:
A stunning 100-ft high waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and located within an energy park🌿💦.The name "Banjhakri" refers to the forest shaman of Sikkimese folklore, and the park has statues depicting shamanic traditions🎭🏕️.A popular picnic spot, with bridges, gazebos, and walkways offering great photography opportunities📸🎑.The sound of cascading water and chirping birds creates a soothing natural ambiance🎶🌊.Visitors can also enjoy adventure activities like rope climbing and swing bridges in the park🌉🏃♂️.
Do Drul Chorten Stupa:
One of Sikkim’s most important stupas, built in 1945 by Trulshik Rinpoche, a great Tibetan Lama🏯🕉️.The stupa houses holy relics, scriptures, and sacred objects, making it an important pilgrimage site📜🙏.The golden top of the stupa shines beautifully in the sunlight, attracting visitors and devotees🌞💛.Around the stupa, you’ll find 108 prayer wheels, which devotees spin while chanting mantras🔄📿.The peaceful atmosphere and panoramic views of Gangtok make it a must-visit for spiritual seekers🏔️🌿.
Day 5 :
Departure – Farewell to Sikkim
Gangtok
Enjoy your last breakfast in Gangtok before checking out from the hotel🍽️🏨.Drive to Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station, reminiscing about the spiritual and scenic wonders of Sikkim🚗✈️.Depart with divine blessings and unforgettable memories of this peaceful retreat🏔️🌿.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only
Package Code:MY338117
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