Monastery Marvels & Tea Gardens: 7 Days in Gangtok & Darjeeling Itinerary

Begin the day with a "Spiritual Trails of Gangtok" guided walking tour. Afterward, have a hearty breakfast at Nimtho.

Visit the Rumtek Monastery and enjoy the serene surroundings. Have a traditional Sikkimese thali for lunch at 9'INE Native Cuisine.

Head to the Tashi View Point to witness a mesmerizing sunset over the Kanchenjunga range. For dinner, try the authentic flavors of Nepal at Parivar Restaurant.

Take a "Day Trip to Tsongmo Lake" with a private guide. Enjoy the scenic beauty and the opportunity to ride a yak. Have a packed picnic lunch by the lake.

Visit the nearby Baba Mandir, a shrine dedicated to an Indian soldier. Return to Gangtok by late afternoon and relax at Cafe Live & Loud with some coffee or tea.

Spend a leisurely evening at the hotel or explore the local nightlife at your own pace.

Embark on a "Gangtok Monastery Tour" covering Pemayangtse Monastery and Phensang Monastery. Enjoy a light breakfast at Baker's Cafe.

Visit the Ranka Monastery and enjoy the peaceful ambiance. Have a vegetarian lunch at The Local Cafe & Restaurant.

Explore the local markets for souvenirs. For dinner, try the authentic North Indian cuisine at Hotel Sher-E-Punjab Restaurant and Bar.

Indulge in a "Gangtok Food Crawl" to taste the local delicacies. Start with a breakfast at Rasoi Family Restaurant & Bar.

Visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and enjoy a traditional Tibetan meal for lunch at Taste of Tibet.

Take a cooking class to learn how to make momos and thukpa. Enjoy the dishes you prepared for dinner.

Travel to Darjeeling and visit the Happy Valley Tea Estate for a guided tour. Enjoy a cup of fresh Darjeeling tea. Have breakfast at The Square - The Lounge Bar & Grill.

Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. Have a traditional Darjeeling lunch at Glenary's.

Explore the Mall Road and try the local street food for dinner.

Wake up early to witness the sunrise at Tiger Hill, with the panoramic view of the Himalayas. Have a light breakfast at Keventers.

Visit the Ghum Monastery and the Batasia Loop. Enjoy a traditional Nepali thali for lunch at Sonam's Kitchen.

Explore the local markets for tea and souvenirs. Have a farewell dinner at Glenary's with live music.