Gangtok · Sikkim
Gangtok on a Budget: A 4-Day Itinerary
Monasteries, Tsomgo Lake and mountain views for ₹8,000–13,000 per person.
Guide by MRIGAN
GANGTOK — 4-Day Budget Trip 🏔️
Day 1
📍 MG Marg (pedestrian plaza)
📍 Enchey Monastery
📍 Ropeway ride
Day 2
📍 Tsomgo (Changu) Lake
📍 Baba Mandir (permit needed)
Day 3
📍 Rumtek Monastery
📍 Ranka Monastery & viewpoints
Day 4
📍 Local markets & handicrafts
📍 Ban Jhakri Falls
Budget (per person, excl. travel to Gangtok)
Hostel/budget room: ₹500–1,000/night
Food: ₹350–650/day
Shared cabs: ₹400–800/day
Permits + entries: ₹300–700 total
✅ Total: ₹8,000–₹13,000 per person
Travel tips
- Tsomgo Lake needs a permit — arrange it a day ahead through a registered travel agent.
- Share sightseeing cabs from MG Marg stands to keep costs down.
- Stay near MG Marg — it is clean, walkable and central.
- Carry ID copies and photos for the various permits; nights get cold.