Sikkim Tours & Trips

What our customers ask about Sikkim Tours & Trips

• How many days should I plan for a comprehensive Sikkim Country Region tour?

  To explore Sikkim properly most travelers need 8-10 days. This timeline lets you adjust to the altitude and see the main areas: Gangtok takes 3 days Pelling needs 2 days Lachung and Yumthang Valley require 2 days and Darjeeling warrants 2-3 days. Quality accommodations like Netuk House in Gangtok and Yarlam Resort in Lachung provide comfortable bases between excursions. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our 10-day itinerary felt perfect - we had enough time to explore each location without feeling rushed and could really appreciate the cultural and natural diversity."

• What are the must-see monasteries and religious sites in Sikkim Country Region?

  Sikkim's Buddhist heritage centers on several key monasteries and sacred sites. The Rumtek Monastery near Gangtok stands as Sikkim's largest monastery with a 300-year history as the main seat of Karma Kagyu lineage. In Pelling the Pemayangtse Monastery dates to 1705 and displays rich Buddhist art. Gangtok's Do-Drul Chorten features distinctive golden domes and prayer wheels. Many visitors stay at Summit Tashi Ghang Heritage Resort while exploring these sites. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The monasteries are incredibly peaceful and well-maintained - the Rumtek Monastery particularly impressed me with its detailed murals and spiritual atmosphere."

• What different types of landscapes and natural attractions can I experience in Sikkim?

  Despite its small size Sikkim packs remarkable geographic diversity. The region includes Kanchenjunga the world's third-highest peak alpine lakes like Tsomgo Lake at 12400 feet the flower-filled Yumthang Valley and dense rhododendron forests. Tashi View Point offers sweeping Himalayan panoramas while Kanchenjunga Falls and Rimbi Rock Garden show the dramatic terrain. Yarlam Resort in Lachung provides mountain views right from your room. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The contrast between the snow-capped peaks flowering valleys and sacred lakes made every day feel like a new discovery."

• What kind of accommodation options are available in Sikkim Country Region?

  Lodging in Sikkim ranges from luxury hotels to traditional homestays. Gangtok offers the upscale Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino and the comfortable mid-range Netuk House. For cultural immersion traditional homestays in Dzongu provide authentic Lepcha community experiences. Mountain views await at Pelling's Norbughang Resort while Darjeeling features historic properties like the Dekeling Resort. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The mix of luxury hotels and authentic homestays really enhanced our experience - especially the traditional family stay in Dzongu village where we learned about local customs."

• What is the local cuisine like in Sikkim Country Region?

  The food of Sikkim combines Tibetan Nepalese and Indian cooking traditions. Local favorites include momos (dumplings) thukpa (noodle soup) and traditional dishes like gundruk (fermented leafy greens). Most tours include breakfast at places like Royal Plaza Gangtok known for authentic regional cooking. MG Marg in Gangtok offers excellent street food options. A TourRadar traveler shared "the local food experiences were incredible especially trying different varieties of momos and traditional Sikkimese tea served at the Sterling Resort restaurant."

• How do I get around during a general tour in Sikkim Country Region?

  Private air-conditioned vehicles handle most transportation in Sikkim. Tours typically use comfortable SUVs like Toyota Innovas for small groups and tempo travelers for larger groups. These vehicles cover main routes like Gangtok to Pelling (127 km) and Darjeeling to Gangtok (96 km). Hotels including the Mayfair Spa Resort provide additional local transport. As one TourRadar traveler noted "the vehicles were well-maintained and drivers were experienced with mountain roads making the journeys comfortable despite the winding routes."

• What is the best way to experience local culture in Sikkim Country Region?

  To connect with Sikkimese culture visit working monasteries like Rumtek and Pemayangtse join local festivals and explore handicraft centers in Gangtok. Heritage properties like Norbu Ghang Resort in Pelling showcase traditional architecture. The markets along MG Marg offer local products and chances to meet residents. One TourRadar traveler shared "visiting the local monasteries during morning prayers and interacting with monks at Rumtek Monastery provided deep insights into Sikkimese Buddhist culture."