Best of Sikkim with Kalimpong Excursion

The hilly paradise of Sikkim, Gangtok is a touristic spot that offers scenic natural views at every step. It is a melting pot of nature panoramas and a good base to explore Buddhist monasteries, high-altitude mountain passes with the majestic backdrop of Mt. Kanchenjunga. 

It features high in the buckelist of travelers for its rare beauty and is a popular magnet for cultural diversity. You would simply never fall short of reasons to visit this nature’s paradise which is also a hub of many Buddhist monasteries. If you are excited to discover this soon, our Majestic Sikkim with Kalimpong Excursion would transition you to the Gangtok’s mind-stirring beauty at its best. The main highlight of the tour is a visit to the capital city’s famous places to visit namely the Rumtek Monastery, Enchey Monastery, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and Handlooms Cottage Industry.

You would be introduced to the famous touristic spots of Darjeeling like the Tiger Hill (8,500 ft.), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Centre and the Ghoom Monastery (featuring a majestic 15 feet statue of Maitreyi Buddha). For a more soul-filling experience, hop on a toy train that runs from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station to Ghoom Monastery (highest point of the city at 7,500 ft.). It transports you through the hilly loops, lush green vistas, and amazing places like Siliguri and Kurseong in Sikkim.

This tour then ends with visit to the Kalimpong (4,100 ft.). Home to the iconic Teesta River, it features many attractions loved by visitors and you can easily fill a day with a local sightseeing excursion. You would visit the Flower Nurseries, Zang Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, Tharpa Choling Monastery and Thongsa Gumpa.    

Now lets explore the tour itinerary below.