Spiritual culture journey
Monasteries & Tibetan Buddhism
Duration
4N/5D
Group size
2–10 guests
Start
Starts at 9 AM on Day 1
Explore Gangtok's monastery circuit with a local cultural guide who adds meaning to every space — prayer halls, chortens, butter lamps, and the conversations in between. Built for curious travelers, not just photo stops.
Places you'll travel
Rumtek Monastery
Gangtok, Sikkim
MG Marg
Gangtok, Sikkim
Tsomgo Lake
East Sikkim
Your itinerary
Meet your guide, visit a neighbourhood shrine, and learn the etiquette and context before entering any monastery spaces. The first day sets the tone intentionally.
Spend the day around Rumtek Monastery with space for prayer halls, hilltop viewpoints, and lunch at a local Sikkimese kitchen.
Visit craft spaces and Gangtok's local markets while discussing how Buddhist culture shapes everyday commerce, architecture, and family life in Sikkim.
Take a scenic drive to a quieter monastery setting, weather permitting, with flexible stops chosen based on conditions and group interest.
End with a final temple visit and a farewell moment with Karma. Transfer support provided for onward travel toward Bagdogra or Darjeeling.
What's included
Included
Not included
Where you'll stay
Hosted at Karma Sherpa's place
Karma's Himalayan Guesthouse
Private room · Boutique guesthouse
A boutique guesthouse in central Gangtok with comfortable private rooms, a shared terrace with mountain views, and a travel support desk to help you plan each day. Breakfast is included each morning.
Meet your host
Karma Sherpa
SOL VerifiedCultural guide · Hosting since 2016
Karma guides travelers through Sikkim's spiritual and cultural landscape with care for etiquette, pacing, and context. His trips are strongest for curious travelers who want more than sightseeing — they want to understand.
Message Karma4.8
215 reviews
Nisha V.
May 2026
Karma explained the monasteries with patience and made the route feel respectful, not rushed. I came away knowing something real about Tibetan Buddhism.
Rajan P.
April 2026
The Day 4 mountain road was magical. Karma read the weather perfectly and chose the right stop. Flexible and knowledgeable in equal measure.
Divya C.
March 2026
A thoughtfully built experience. Nothing felt like a tourist trap. Karma has genuine relationships with the communities he visits.
Anand S.
February 2026
Very solid guide. Good pacing, good humour, and the guesthouse location is perfect for exploring Gangtok on foot in the evenings.
Things to know
Guest requirements
Open to all fitness levels. Monastery visits require modest dress — covered shoulders and knees. Guests must respect photography restrictions inside prayer halls.
What to bring
Layered clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a scarf or shawl for monastery visits, personal medications, and a small daypack.
Cancellation policy
Full refund if cancelled 7 or more days before start. 50% refund within 3–7 days. No refund within 3 days of start date.
View full policy₹12,500
per guest · 4N/5D