As you begin with your majestic journey, you will first arrive at NJP or
Bagdogra Airport where you will encounter the astounding allurement of the
heavenly land of Sikkim. To guide your excitement, our amiable representative
will be waiting for your welcome at the airport who will further govern your
transfer to enchanting Gangtok which is 1437 m above sea level. After 4 hours
of driving, you can enjoy the warmth of your hotel room as you check in.
Moreover, if you are too excited to embrace the cultured city, you can wander
in the streets of MG Marg and observe the local lifestyle. At night, enjoy your
piping hot supper and relax in your snug bedding.
Day 2 : Gangtok (Full day local sight seeing)
It’s the second day of your excursion, and you should be energised for the
awaiting adventure. Today, it’s all about Gangtok and its awe-inspiring sights.
Bakthang Waterfall At the distance of 3 km from Gangtok, Bakthang Waterfall
will be your first stop which is an eye-catching attraction that no tourist
ever want to miss. Flowing from Ratey Chu, it is a broad waterfall that creates
a soothing environment for the visitors to enjoy.
Tashi Viewpoint Subsequently, you can observe the glorious Himalayas from Tashi
Viewpoint that will be your binocular to scrutinise the seeking view of snow
peaks. Moreover, keep your camera’s panoramic setting on because this is the
right spot to capture the entire beauteous landscape.
Ganesh Tok Just wish that it’s a clear day because it’s only on the bright
clear days that you can have the most awesome view of the place. Apart from
Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok is the place from where you can have a spectacular
view of Gangtok. It is an ancient temple of Lord Ganesha that has a pleasant
aura. This place welcomes you through its brilliant entrance, and as you swirl
the sights, you will see colourful buntings surrounding the temple.
Enchey Monastery Your next destination of the day is a 200 years old monastery
which was initially established as a small gompa by a tantric artist and
renowned exponent among highlander Buddhists, Lama DrupthobKarpo. Enchey
Monastery literally means “the Solitary Temple” which now is home to almost 90 monks.
Tourists are quite fascinated by the place because it accommodates a number of
religious objects and presents Tibetan culture in a beguiling manner.
Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom Now, it is time for you to admire the
local art and talent depicted through the Handicrafts in this Directorate which
is located at the ‘Zero’ point of the city. Here you can buy the majestic
artefacts such as Thanka painting, traditional carpets, wooden carved and
colourfully painted sculptures and much more.
Do DrulChorten Stupa Standing proudly on the hill Hock, Do DrulChorten, also
known as Phurba, is your next station which is also the biggest stupa of
Sikkim. This shrine was constructed in 1945 and is encircled with 108 prayer
wheels from which visitors gain divine blessings.
Institute of Tibetology After your spiritual tour, it is time for you to grasp
some cultural and educative values of Tibet. One of the most significant
institutions of the world, the Institute of Tibetology is that centre where
many scholars research on the Tibetan language and tradition. Furthermore, you
can know more about Life-at-Tibet through valuable material kept in the museum
and Tibetan library that has preserved innumerable rich collections of the
studies.
Flower Show As an integral part of aesthetic festivity, the locals of Gangtok
organise a celebration in the name of Sikkim’s diverse vegetation. The flower
show is the International Flower Festival which is celebrated every peak season
of blooming. In the fete, the perfect blend of Gangtok’s topography is mirrored
when breathtaking blossoms are showcased at a place from every corner of
Sikkim. This is a must-visit and stupendous moment for every nature lover.
Ropeway & Banjhakri Falls Last but not the least, you will be enthralled by
the bounteous attractiveness of the place when you will travel through Ropeway
to reach Banjhakri Falls which is 70 ft tall waterfall surrounded by lush
greenery of dense forest. This waterfall ascribes the natives because of their
belief that it has all the healing and magical power like any other sacred
place.
After a busy and most memorable day of your trip, you will be taken back to
your hotel where you can enjoy hot and appetising dinner. Spend overnight in
your warm room because tomorrow you will visit some more astounding places.
Day 3 : Gangtok (Tsomgo Lake Excursion and Baba Mandir)
Wake up all fresh because it is the last day to create an adventurous
experience. To enjoy the place eventfully, you need to be ready early in the
morning, say 8 am, as you will visit two of the most beautiful and illustrious
sites of Gangtok.
Tsomgo Lake Lost in the lofty mountains at the height of 12,400 ft above sea
level your first stop would be Tsomgo Lake, a paradise for travel savvy. After
3 hours of long drive, you will encounter the ‘holy source of water’ hallowed
by native people. The picturesque view of the lake will not allow you to put
your camera down because this view is something you want to preserve for ages.
Baba HarbhajanMandir Finally, it is time to remember the eminent personality of
Indian Army, Captain Harbhajan Singh who is known for his unusual story. He is
that significant soldier who is still believed to be with us even after his
tragic death in the Indo-Pak war of 1965. At the altitude of 4000 m, every
Indian worships this a pure soul in a shrine named after him as Baba Harbhajan
Mandir.At the end of your day, you can go back to your hotel to consume
mouth-watering food and have a sound sleep because tomorrow you have to get up
early in the morning to depart to your ordinary life.
Day 4 : Gangtok – New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP)/BagdograAirport
(IXB) ( 130km/4 hrs drive)
It is the day when you will head back to your regular place. Have good food,
pack your bags and take care of your stuff while you travel towards NJP/IXB. On
the way back, recollect all the memories of the considerable range of climate
and altitudes and great calmness of Gangtok.
