Get ready to explore the beautiful Himalayan landscapes with Thrillophilia’s Gangtok tour packages from Guwahati. See the calm Tsomgo Lake, wind along mountain roads to Nathula Pass and walk the colourful MG Marg street for food, shopping, and local culture. You can also enjoy the sunrise from the Tashi View Point, visit the Rumtek Monastery or take a day trip to the breathtaking valley of Yumthang.
Visit the Himalayan Zoological Park and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, or relax at the Enchey Monastery. Your Gangtok trip from Guwahati is carefully designed by Thrillophilia’s travel experts. From verified hotels and meals to local transport and sightseeing visits, everything has been taken care of for you to enjoy a stress-free Gangtok trip.
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By Air: The most convenient mode to travel from Guwahati to Gangtok is by flight. The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, Siliguri. Airlines such as Akasa Air and SpiceJet run daily direct flights from Guwahati to Bagdogra. Then, it is a 4 to 5 hours drive from Bagdogra by Shared and Private taxis. Gangtok tour packages from Guwahati brought to you by Thrillophilia offer hassle-free transfers to your hotel.
The flight time from Guwahati to Bagdogra is approximately 1 hour, and it is a preferred mode of travel for all kinds of travellers. Travellers will be greeted with the view of tea gardens, the Teesta River valley and pine-covered hills while driving to Gangtok.
1. Spring (March - April): From 11 to 24 degrees, it is a wonderful time for sightseeing the Kanchenjunga viewpoints, attending events like the Lampokhari Festival or discovering colourful lands at the Flower Exhibition Centre.
2. Summer (May - July): Expect pleasant weather between 16 and 25 degrees, with light showers by June. It's a great season for outdoor lovers to join the International Flower Festival, try rafting on the Teesta River, or just unwind with a picnic near Banjhakri Falls.
3. Monsoon (June - September): Temperature ranges from 17 to 22 degrees, with lush greenery, fewer crowds, and landslides possibility. During monsoon, you can attend various cultural festivals like the Dashain festival.
4. Autumn (October - November): With clear skies and temperatures between 6 to 18 degrees, Autumn bring some of the best options to explore like sightseeing, photography, and Namchi Mahotsav. You can drive to Tashi Viewpoint and Hanuman Tok and take a scenic drive.
5. Winter (December - February): Extreme cold weather with temperatures ranging from 4 to degrees. You can attend Sikkim’s famous “Red Panda Winter Carnival” Festival, and also explore Nathula Pass and Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple nearby.
Here are the top places to visit in Gangtok:
1. Tsomgo Lake: Explore this glacial lake at 3,753 m, surrounded by mountains and frequently frozen in winter. Famous for scenic beauty, yak rides, and seasonal flowers.
2. MG Marg: Spend time at the vibrant, pedestrian-only boulevard called as the heart of Gangtok, lined with cafés, souvenir shops, and great spots to soak in local culture.
3. Nathula Pass: Discover the Indo-China border post at an altitude of over 14,000 feet, with permit-based visits and breathtaking mountain views.
4. Rumtek Monastery: Visit the biggest monastery in Sikkim with traditional Tibetan architecture, ancient icons, golden stupas, and vibrant murals.
5. Tashi View Point: Visit this popular sunrise point providing a panoramic view of Mount Kanchenjunga and its neighbouring peaks.
Here are the top things to in Gangtok:
1. Cable car ride: Enjoy the beautiful views of Gangtok, hills and valleys with a bi-cable Jig-back Passenger Aerial ropeway from Deorali Bazar to Namnang.
2. Eat Sikkimese Food: Grab a seat at a cosy local eatery such as Taste of Tibet, The Local Cafe and dig into traditional Sikkimese dishes like thukpa, momos, and phagshapa.
3. Trek to Hanuman Tok: Walk through a quiet, pine-scented forest trail that leads to Hanuman Tok, a peaceful hilltop temple. The views of snowy peaks and deep valleys are absolutely worth the climb.
4. Shop at Lal Bazaar: Wander through the colourful lanes ofLal Bazaar, where you will find everything from handmade Sikkimese crafts to locally grown organic produce and fragrant spices you can take home.
5. Visit Namgyal Institute: Step into this serene centre for Tibetan studies to see ancient manuscripts, thangka paintings, and rare cultural artefacts that tell stories of Sikkim’s rich Buddhist heritage.
