Rumtek — the Monastery
The seat of the Karma Kagyu lineage, 24 km from Gangtok, with the golden stupa and the monastic university beside it. A single day out from Rumtek, with a car and driver.
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- Duration
- 1
- Destination
- 1
- Planned days
- 2–12
- Travellers
- ₹3,400
- From, per person
- Easy
- English, Hindi, Nepali
- Pickup included
- Book 3 days ahead
Your itinerary
A 1-day route through Rumtek.
Rumtek Monastery
Dharma Chakra Centre
Golden Stupa
Karma Shri Nalanda Institute
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The seat of the Karma Kagyu lineage, 24 km from Gangtok, with the golden stupa and the monastic university beside it.
Rumtek MonasteryDharma Chakra CentreGolden StupaKarma Shri Nalanda Institute
Itineraries are indicative and may be re-sequenced for weather, road or permit conditions.
What's included
What's included
- Private air-conditioned car with driver
- Licensed guide where listed
- Monastery, park and sanctuary entry fees
- Permits arranged for the high roads where required
- Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Meals
- Ropeway and sky walk tickets
- Personal expenses and tips
Additional information
Everything the operator has confirmed about how this trip runs.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- 2–12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start time
- 07:00
- Guide languages
- English, Hindi, Nepali
- Pickup
- Included
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Customisable
- Yes, on request
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Good to know
Things to carry
- Warm layers — the high lakes and the north Sikkim valleys sit above 3,500 m even in summer
- Valid photo ID — the Tsomgo, Nathang and north Sikkim roads are checked at army checkposts
- Shoes with grip for the monastery steps and the trek paths
- Sunblock and sunglasses — the high-altitude sun is strong even when it is cold
Important notes
A single day, returning the same evening.,The Tsomgo, Nathang and north Sikkim roads cross army checkposts and need photo ID; permits are arranged on the way for the high roads.,The north Sikkim valleys sit above 3,500 m — a slow first day is normal, and the high lake road is only run in the warmer months.
Frequently asked
Why book with us
Flexible cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Local operators
Curated and run by vetted local operators
Guided in your language
English, Hindi, Nepali
Instant confirmation
No waiting on a callback
Planning Rumtek — the Monastery?
1 day covering Rumtek. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with dates and a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation
Planning Rumtek — the Monastery?
1 day covering Rumtek. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation