Hidden Capitals & Blooming Trails – A Western Sikkim Discovery

Land at Bagdogra and drive to Gangtok. Spend a relaxed evening on MG Road—lined with cafés, shops, and prayer flags that sway to the rhythm of local life.

Start your day at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Then visit the peaceful Ranka Monastery for a slow moment of chanting.

Wrap up with a ropeway ride over the town and sunset views of Kanchenjunga.

Visit the fascinating Black Cat Museum, tucked into Gangtok’s quiet corners. Then drive to Rinchenpong—a serene village with pine-shaded paths and misty views.

Begin with a walk on the Pelling Skywalk, then hike to the moss-covered ruins of Rabdentse. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery and take a hot spring dip at Reshi.

End the day sipping local fruit wine at Azing’s Model Farm.

Head to Hilley, the gateway to Barsey Sanctuary. Trek through a vibrant forest of blooming rhododendrons (March–April), with 5–6 varieties lighting up the trail. Return to Hilley for a peaceful village evening.

Drive toward Kalimpong with a detour to Tarey Bhir—where the cliffs drop and the views rise. Stop at the Teesta-Rangeet confluence and try river rafting. Close your day among cacti, orchids, and rare plants at the famous Cactus Garden.

After breakfast, drive to Bagdogra Airport. You’ll leave the roads, but the wild trails and whispered legends of Sikkim will travel home with you.