Gangtok Tour Packages From Chennai

Thrillophilia’s Gangtok tour packages from Chennai are designed for travellers who want a mix of comfort, nature, and local culture. You get well-planned sightseeing to top spots like Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, and the Himalayan Zoological Park. Your itinerary usually covers peaceful spots like Do Drul Chorten, Enchey Monastery, and the lively MG Marg. Stay, permits, local transport, and guided tours are already sorted, so you can just focus on enjoying the trip.

Your Gangtok trip from Chennai can also include options for visiting Nathula Pass if it is open at the time of travel. You can also add extra experiences like river rafting in Teesta, cable car rides, or day trips to places like Lachung and Yumthang Valley. From the very beginning, every detail of your lodging, transportation, and on-site assistance is meticulously planned by Thrillophilia to ensure a seamless and delightful journey.

Why Book With Thrillophilia?

1. Easy Booking: Quick online booking, verified operators, and full-time support make your Gangtok packages from Chennai easy to plan.

2. Customisable Plans: You can plan your Gangtok trip the way it suits you: choose your travel dates, group size, and the places you want to explore.

3. Local Experiences: Want a more local touch? Add things like village walks, monastery visits, or traditional meals to get a real feel of Sikkim.

4. All-Inclusive Packages: Your stay, meals, travel, permits, and sightseeing are already sorted. You just need to arrive and enjoy every moment.

5. Trusted Platform: More than 10 million people across India trust Thrillophilia for their trips, thanks to consistent service and genuinely reviewed experiences.

How To Reach Gangtok From Chennai?

By Air: The quickest method to get from Chennai to Gangtok is by plane to Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal. There are one-stop flights offered by SpiceJet, IndiGo, and Air India, but no direct flights are available. Most flights have stopovers at Delhi, Kolkata, or Bengaluru. The average trip time is roughly 6 to 8 hours.

Once you land at Bagdogra, you can hire a private cab or board a shared vehicle to Gangtok. The drive covers about 122.6 kilometres and usually takes 4 to 5 hours through scenic mountain roads.

By Train: From Chennai Central, one can take a train to New Jalpaiguri Station, the nearest railhead to Gangtok. Two significant trains are the Dibrugarh Express (15929) and the Guwahati Express (12509). It takes 33 to 36 hours to make the journey, depending on the train. It takes about 4 hours to go the 114.6 km to Gangtok from New Jalpaiguri by taxi.

Best Time To Visit Gangtok

Spring (March to April): Spring is the best season for outdoor activities and tourism because of the clear skies and rhododendron blossoms. The range of temperatures is 11°C to 24°C. It is ideal for paragliding, mountain biking, and trekking.

Summer and Monsoon (May to October): Temperatures range from 16 to 25 degrees Celsius during the summer. The International Flower Festival takes place in May, and rafting on the Teesta River is another option. The weather is usually beautiful with waterfalls and lush greenery.

Winter (November to February): Temperatures will be cold, and may range between 4°C and 7°C. Although Gangtok stays dry, it may snow in places like Nathula Pass and Tsomgo Lake.

Top Places To Visit in Gangtok

Here are the top places to visit in Gangtok:

1. Tsomgo Lake: This high-altitude glacier lake, which is 38 kilometres from Gangtok and 12,303 feet above sea level, is partially frozen in the winter and offers yak rides.

2. Nathula Pass: Located around 56 kilometres from Gangtok, Nathula Pass sits at 14,450 feet and was once part of the ancient Silk Route.

3. Hanuman Tok: A hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, known for its calm surroundings, well-kept paths, and clear views of Mount Kanchenjunga.

4. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology: This research centre houses ancient Buddhist texts, artefacts, and thangkas, and promotes Tibetan studies through its library and museum.

5. Flower Exhibition Centre: Located near Ridge Park, this seasonal floral space showcases hundreds of native orchids, anthuriums, and other Himalayan blooms, especially in May.

Top Things To Do in Gangtok

Here are the top things to do in Gangtok:

1. River Rafting on Teesta River: Ride through medium-grade rapids with a guide and safety gear as you raft past forested banks and mountain views.

2. Paragliding Over Gangtok: Soar with a trained pilot and take in uninterrupted views of the Himalayan range and Gangtok’s cityscape from above. The 10 to 15 minute flight starts from Baliman Dara or Reshithang.

3. Cable Car Ride: Glide over the city on a 1-kilometre ropeway that connects Deorali, Namnang, and Tashiling with stunning aerial views.

4. Yak Ride at Tsomgo Lake: Ride a colourfully decorated yak along the lake’s edge, a fun way to explore high-altitude terrain for all age groups.

5. Trekking to Goecha La: Start from Yuksom and trek 90 kilometres to 16,207 feet, passing Samiti Lake, Dzongri, rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and Mt. Kanchenjunga viewpoints.