What to do and see in Gangtok, Sikkim: The Best Cultural Tours

December 10, 2021 Roseanne Arnett

The capital of the state of Sikkim, Gangtok is an attractive tourist destination, reflecting a unique ambience which derives from its happy blend of tradition and modernity. Alongside the deeply felt presence of stupas and monasteries, Gangtok also bustles like any other thriving town. Some of the key places to visit include Rumtek Monastery, Do-Drul Chorten, Enchey Monastery, Tashi View Point and the local bazaar, Lal Bazaar.
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1. The Gangtok City Walk

Mahatma Gandhi Marg, MG Marg, Vishal Gaon, Gangtok, Sikkim, India Live Away Homes
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Gangtok – The Capital of Sikkim, Irreverent, cheerful and pleasantly boisterous, Sikkim’s modern capital is layered along a precipitous mountain ridge, descending the hillside in steep tiers. Viewpoints survey plunging green valleys that remain beautiful even when partly shrouded in mist. If the weather plays ball, look for glimpses of snow-topped Khangchendzonga on the distant skyline. This downhill walk is designed to explore the city and bring out the rich cultural heritage and show how Gangtok has been able to modernize yet hold its charm.

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2. Explore North East India - Darjeeling Sikkim Road Trip

Bagdogra International Airport Road, Bagdogra Int'l Airport Rd, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India I Am Himalaya
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This package is designed for guest willing to travel in a car and explore places without any adventure activities. The cars will be available all the time for sightseeing and transfer. An English speaking guide will be available for entire tour. Recommended for foreign national. Indian guest can avail the same package without guide as well. Contact for more details.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar , 1 English speaking guide for entire tour, Entrance charges, Darjeeling Toy Train tickets - Steam Engine

Exclusions: Any air/train fare to reach Bagdogra Airport., Personal expenses., Lunch not included for entire tour

Reviewed By skywellholidays

it was grt experince for our lcients..bettr cordination and flexiblity from Himalaya team.. -Travel partner Skywell Holidays

3. 7-Day Private Tour: Essene of North East India from Bagdogra

Arv Holidays - Same Day Taj Mahal Tour
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Join us for the private tour to North East States of India! You will be welcomed at Bagdogra Airport and start the trip in Darjeeling. This lovely hill station is a gateway to the Sikkim State. You will see some of the famous monasteries in Sikkim and also enjoy the breathtaking view of sunrise from Mt. Khangchendzonga, the third highest peak in the world. Also experience Tsomgo Lake, Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial, Rumtek Monastery, Dro-Dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Handicraft Centre and Flower Show in Gangtok.

Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Round-trip private transfer by air-conditioned minivan, Local excursions and tours, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 298rupeshc

Thanks sir. For your comments & definitely we are giving you surety for the fine offerings from our stop all the instances .

4. Sikkim Darjeeling - North East India 7 Nights 8 Days Tour

Bagdogra International Airport Road, Bagdogra Int'l Airport Rd, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India I Am Himalaya
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This package is designed for guest willing to travel in a car and explore places without any adventure activities. The cars will be available all the time for sightseeing and transfer. An English speaking guide will be available for entire tour. Recommended for foreign national. Indian guest can avail the same package without guide as well. Contact for more details.

Inclusions: 1 English speaking guide for entire tour, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Darjeeling Toy Train tickets - Steam Engine, Entrance charges, Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar , Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

Exclusions: Any air/train fare to reach Bagdogra Airport., Lunch not included for entire tour, Personal expenses.

Reviewed By ShreevidyaGolthajje

Lawrence helped us to finalise the itinerary we had prepared. He gave the vehicle & driver based on the plan we shared. He gave the best suitable deal he could provide and had an amazing experience. It was our 2nd wedding anniversary. One of the memorable trip of our life. The trip was for 8 days 7 nights ( Siliguri - Darjeeling - Gangtok - Lachen - Lachung - Gangtok - Siliguri).

5. Kolkata, Sundarbans Mangrove Forest & Eastern Himalaya (10 Days)

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

Discover the diversity of India by visiting Kolkata, Sundarbans Mangrove Forest & Eastern Himalaya. Begin with colonial, historical and former capital of India dotted with British era monuments. Explore the Sundarbans world's largest coastal mangrove forest and a listed UNESCO World Heritage site by cruising in buffer zone. Explore the grandeur of Eastern Himalaya dotted with Buddhist Monasteries, serene lakes, tea gardens, beautiful view points and ancient shrines. Experience the breathtaking view of sunrise at Tiger Hill & go for a ride in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train).

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 9 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Permit to visit Sunderban National Park, Ferry transfer and boat safari in Sunderban National Park as per program with naturalist., Government licensed English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days , Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Kolkata to Bagdogra & Return flight tickets., Monument entrances, Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

6. Hills of North East

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North east state of India is one of the best tourist destination. Darjeeling, Gangtok, Pelling, Tsangu Lake are among best tourist destination.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, English speaking professional guide., Complementary water bottles, per person per bottles., Pick up and drop to hotel.

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Reviewed By Mustafir

Kumar is very good person . And speak English very well and very honest and professional. We use him all the time.

7. Explore North East Himalaya, Tiger Reserve and Tribal Village (16 Days)

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

This package is specially designed for the travelers who would like to book the Explore North East Himalaya, Tiger Reserve and Tribal Village with airport transfers, sightseeing and accommodation. This tour include private airport transfer with assistance, 15 Nights hotels accommodation with breakfast, guided with monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

Inclusions: 15 Night accommodation in selected category of hotel / resort., Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., 2 Time safari in Zaziranga National Park., Service of forest department naturalist during the safari., Monument entrance fees & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Bottled water within the vehicle., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Kolkata - Bagdogra - Guwahati & Dimapur - Kolkata flight fare approx INR 18500 per person., Camera charges at monuments , Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

8. Offbeat Sikkim Multi Day Tour from Bagdogra

Bagdogra, West Bengal, India GO TRAVELLISM

Tour Highlights • Visit to Nathu La War Memorial • Excursion to Tsongmo Lake and Baba Mandir • Cable car ride above Darjeeling • Visit to Do Drul Chorten Stupa • Visit to Yumthang Valley of Flowers • Visit to Khangchendzonga National Park • Rafting in Teesta River

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, Accomodation

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9. 5-Day Mountain and Monasteries Tour of Sikkim and Darjeeling

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This east Himalayan destination lets you enjoy the natural ambianceand explore the ethical blend of the indigenous tribes like Lepchas, Bhutias, Nepalis and their culture, tradition, their way of life. drive through the highest mountain passes of the world which also once acted as a major part on the ancient trade route.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Overnight in Budget professional hotels

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Reviewed By Abramlumiere

We first experienced the positive vibes at Buddhas enlightenment spot "Bodhgaya", spent time understanding buddhist belifs. We proceeded then to the Imposing hills of Rajgir, king Ajatshatru's cave was a wonder located hilltop. finally the Nalanda ruins told the wisdom of the erstwhile students of the buddhism round the globe. we traversed through the rustic roads and countryside

10. Colonial Kolkata, Tea Estate & Buddhist Monasteries

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

The private tour will begin in Kolkata a colonial city having many monuments of British Raj. Fly to Bagdogra the gateway to Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok & Kalimpong the hill town in East India, once a favorite Hill station for British & Scottish. Hike to Tiger Hill for sunrise view, enjoy joy ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Rail, walk in a tea estate, interact with locals, hop off to shops visit many monasteries the region.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 8 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Bottled water in car, Government taxes.

Exclusions: Kolkata - Bagdogra - Kolkata flight fare approx INR 12000 per person., Camera charges at monuments , Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

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