Darjeeling & Kalimpong Offbeat Getaway
The experience
Slow mornings.Nowhere to rush.
Discover the quieter side of the Eastern Himalayas on this 4-night journey through Rishop, Takdah, Darjeeling, and the scenic landscapes of Kalimpong. Experience peaceful mountain villages, panoramic viewpoints, historic monasteries, lush tea gardens, and the timeless charm of Darjeeling. From sunrise at Tiger Hill to the tranquil waters of Mirik Lake, this journey combines offbeat destinations with iconic Himalayan experiences.
The journey
Take it one day at a time.
A thoughtfully paced journey with enough room to explore, pause, and enjoy where you are.
01Day
NJP Pickup & Transfer to Rishop
Meet your driver at NJP Railway Station and begin your journey into the Eastern Himalayas. Travel towards the peaceful village of Rishop and explore its natural surroundings, visiting Lava Monastery and Lava View Point before settling into your mountain stay.
- Pickup from NJP Railway Station
- Scenic drive towards Rishop
- Visit Lava Monastery
- Explore Lava View Point
- Check in to your hotel or homestay
- Dinner and overnight stay in Rishop
02Day
Rishop to Takdah via Kalimpong
After breakfast, travel towards Takdah via Kalimpong and Teesta Bazaar. Discover Kalimpong’s viewpoints, colonial heritage, monasteries, and beautiful nurseries before continuing through the scenic Peshok Tea Garden to Takdah.
- Breakfast and departure from Rishop
- Visit Deolo Park
- Explore Morgan House
- Visit Pine View Nursery
- Visit Kalimpong Monastery
- Stop at Lovers Meet View Point
- Pass through Teesta Bazaar
- Enjoy the scenery at Peshok Tea Garden
- Check in and overnight stay in Takdah
03Day
Takdah to Darjeeling via Scenic Viewpoints
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Takdah before heading towards Darjeeling. En route, stop at Gumbadara View Point and Lamahatta Eco Park to admire the mountain scenery and forest surroundings. Continue to Darjeeling for check-in and a relaxed evening.
- Breakfast at the accommodation
- Depart from Takdah
- Stop at Gumbadara View Point
- Explore Lamahatta Eco Park
- Drive to Darjeeling
- Hotel check-in
- Evening at leisure
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
04Day
Tiger Hill Sunrise & Darjeeling Sightseeing
Start early with a sunrise excursion to Tiger Hill, followed by visits to Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery. After breakfast, explore Darjeeling’s famous zoo, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Peace Pagoda, Japanese Temple, and tea garden, subject to opening hours and local conditions.
- Early morning visit to Tiger Hill
- Visit Batasia Loop
- Explore Ghoom Monastery
- Return for breakfast
- Visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
- Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
- Explore Peace Pagoda
- Visit Japanese Temple
- Explore a local tea garden
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
05Day
Darjeeling to NJP via Mirik
After breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to NJP via the scenic Mirik route. Enjoy stops around Lepchajagat, Simana View Point, the India–Nepal border area near Pashupati, Gopaldhara Tea Estate, and Mirik Lake before your drop-off.
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Depart from Darjeeling
- Visit Lepchajagat
- Stop at Simana View Point
- Visit the Pashupati border area, subject to access restrictions
- Explore Gopaldhara Tea Estate
- Visit Mirik Lake
- Drop-off at NJP Railway Station
Worth knowing
A little peek at what awaits.
The good stuff, without the brochure-speak.
Explore the peaceful mountain village of Rishop
Visit Lava Monastery and Lava View Point
Discover Kalimpong and its scenic viewpoints
Explore Deolo Park and Morgan House
Visit Pine View Nursery and Kalimpong Monastery
Enjoy the scenic Peshok Tea Garden
Stay in the tranquil surroundings of Takdah
Explore Lamahatta Eco Park and Gumbadara View Point
Witness sunrise at Tiger Hill
Visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery
Explore Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Visit Peace Pagoda and Japanese Temple
Enjoy the scenic route through Lepchajagat and Mirik
Visit Simana View Point and Gopaldhara Tea Estate
Experience the beauty of Mirik Lake
Around the table
Food that tastes like the place you're in.
Good food is part of a good trip. Expect simple, satisfying meals made with whatever is fresh and local.
Meals included
Fresh, simple and part of the experience.
Good to know
What's covered.What isn't.
No fine-print scavenger hunt. Here's exactly what comes with the trip.
You're covered
Included in your trip
- Hotel and homestay accommodation for 4 nights
- NJP pickup and drop-off
- Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- All meals from Day 1 lunch through Day 5 breakfast
- Sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
You're on your own
Not included in your trip
- Food and beverages outside the included meal plan
- Entry fees at sightseeing attractions
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions
From
₹14,999/ person