A Sikkim Darjeeling Tour To Soothe Your Soul

5 Places to visit in Sikkim Darjeeling 

1. Enchey Monastery

What's special: The Buddhist revolving prayer drums are a must see when here

Entry Fee: Free

Timings: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm

Distance from City Centre: 3 kms

Established in 1909, Enchey Monastery is one of the biggest attractions for those touring Gangtok. The monastery belongs to the Nyingma Order of Vajrayana Buddhism, and is a major religious spot for many. Even for those not coming here for religious reasons, the breathtaking views that you get from the hilltop are worth it alone.

2. Hanuman Tok

What's special: This is one of the tourists spots of Gangtok that is maintained by the Indian Army

Entry Fee: Free

Timings: 7:00 am to 9:00 pm

Distance from City Centre: 8 kms

Said to be the highest point of Gangtok, which non hikers can reach to easily, Hanuman Tok is a Hindu temple complex that is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Not only the serenity of the temple but also the mesmerizing views of the mountains as well as the city spread below you are what makes it such a popular places to visit.

3. Delo Park

What's special: You can choose to paragliding here, if the weather conditions permit and if it is the high season

Entry Fee: INR 10

Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Distance from City Centre: 10 kms

Delo Park is one of the most popular places to visit in Kalimpong, and for good reason, too! It is located on the top of a hill, and houses various species of exotic flowers as well as options for recreational purposes. It is a popular picnic spot for locals as well as tourists, and offers plenty of scenic views from its vantage point.

4. Ghoom Monastery

What's special: Don’t forget to check out the beautiful views that you get from here

Entry Fee: Free

Timings: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Distance from City Centre: 7 kms

Also referred to as Yiga Choeling, Ghoom Monastery is famous for its statue of the Maitreya Buddha, standing tall at 15 feet. The monastery belongs to the Yellow Hat sect of the Buddhists, and was established in the year 1850. This monastery is also home to a museum where rests a slew of hand written rare ancient Buddhist manuscripts that are of grave importance to the culture.

5. Tiger Hill

What's special: There are a few short nature trails and treks here that you can embark on

Entry Fee: Free

Timings: 24 hours

Distance from City Centre: 25 kms

If you want to check out one of the most spectacular sunrises of your life, then Tiger Hill is the place to head to. You have to leave early in the morning, and hike up to the summit, preferably while it's still dark so that you have ample of chance to rest and relax before the sun comes out. On a clear day, you can see for miles from here.

Is This Trip Right For Me?

This trip can be right for you, if you:

• Want to explore the cultural heritage of Sikkim and Darjeeling
• Feel like spending some time in the lap of nature, away from the hustle bustle of daily life
• Want to enjoy visiting peaceful monasteries that have a story to tell
• Want to experience and capture in your cameras a sunrise so beautiful that poems and songs have been written about it.

At your Sikkim Darjeeling tours from Mumbai, arrive at Sikkim and head out to the wonderful Namgyal Institute of Tibetology where you will get an insight of the city’s culture and history. Then arrive at the Tashi View Point where you get to witness the Kanchenjunga hills. The following day get transferred to Kalimpong where you will visit the infamous Phodong Monastery, Tharpa Choling Monastery, and Delo Park that are located on hilltops. On the next day of your Sikkim Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai get transferred to Darjeeling. Here visit the marvellous Peace Pagoda and Ghoom monastery the first day. The following day visit the Japanese Buddhist Temple which is a fantastic multi-level pagoda. So, hurry up, and book your Sikkim Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai, now.