Kalimpong Tour Package

Kalimpong Tour Package

Kalimpong is surrounded by stunning snow-capped peaks. It nestles at an altitude of 1250 m above sea level at the foothills of the Shivalik Ranges of Lower Himalayas. The city is a part of Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. The population of this place comprises Hindus, Buddhists and Christians. It is an ideal holiday destination for people who want to enjoy a quiet and peaceful time in the mountains, enjoying the scenic views and the serene environment. On a trip to Kalimpong, tourists can explore rich flora and fauna, trek, relax and meditate. Kalimpong is also a major educational centre with several premier institutions for higher studies. Tourists can shop for a wide variety of products, taste the local cuisine and go exciting hangout places to make the most of their vacation in Kalimpong.

North East when combined with Darjeeling can be assumed to deliver an outstanding travel experience. Our Darjeeling-Kalimpong-Gangtok Tour is specially formulated for those who seek nature, adventure and history all in one tour in India. Beginning at West Bengal’s favourite hill station, Darjeeling, the tour starts to get exciting as soon as this hill station begins unfolding one attraction at a time. Flagging off the journey with witnessing one of the most beautiful sunrises at Tiger Hill, the tour beckons more incredible things to experience in the coming days. At Darjeeling, we shall include attractions like the Tea Gardens, which certainly are the identifier of this hill town; Batasia Loop; Ghoom Monastery; Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park; Tenzing Rock and Tibetan Refuge Centre. You shall also get the chance to enjoy the scrumptuous delicacies that are a blend of East and North East food.

Day 01: NJP Rly Stn / IXB Airport – Kalimpong (About 75 kms / 3 hrs)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Kalimpong. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Kalimpong.

Day 02: Kalimpong Sightseeing – Darjeeling (57 kms / 2 ½ hrs)
After breakfast enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills & Flowers Nurseries.  After that transfer to Darjeeling (6,710 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 03: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 04: Darjeeling – Pelling (109 Kms / 4 hrs)
This morning after breakfast transfer to Pelling (6,100 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 05: Pelling Sightseeing 
After breakfast start for full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls,  Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In afternoon start for 2nd Half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Halipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 06: Pelling – Gangtok (120 kms / 5 hrs) via Chardham
After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,480 ft.). Enroute visit Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 07: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) Which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)

Day 08: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (125 kms / 4 hrs) 
After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB airport for your onward journey.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Train:

New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (Station Code: NJP - 73 km / 2.5 hours drive): Premier A1 railway junction connecting North Bengal to all major cities across India. Vande Bharat Express (connecting Howrah to NJP in 7.5 hours), Rajdhani Express, Darjeeling Mail, and over 60 daily express trains connect NJP to Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

By Air:

• Bagdogra International Airport (Airport Code: IXB - 75 km / 2.5 hours drive via NH-10): Major airport operating daily direct flights to Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai.
• Pakyong Airport (Airport Code: PYG - 55 km / 2 hours drive): Regional airport in Sikkim.

By Road:

• From Siliguri / NJP (~70 km / 2.5 hours): Via NH-10 through the Teesta River gorge, crossing Teesta Bridge and ascending Rishi Road.
• From Darjeeling (~50 km / 2 hours): Via Peshok Road through tea gardens and Lover's Meet viewpoint.
• From Gangtok (~75 km / 2.5 hours): Via NH-10 along the Teesta valley.
• Shared and private taxis (Innova, Bolero, Sumo) and North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC) buses operate continuously from NJP and Siliguri to Kalimpong.

Kalimpong features Himalayan peaks, Buddhist monasteries, colonial mansions, and world famous flower nurseries:

1. Deolo Hill & Recreational Park (Highest Point in Kalimpong 1,704 m & Kanchenjunga Vistas)

The highest elevation in Kalimpong town (1,704 m / 5,590 ft), featuring landscaped gardens, manicured lawns, paragliding launch pads, and 360 degree panoramic views of the snow covered Mount Kanchenjunga massif and winding Teesta river valley.

Deolo Hill — 1,704-Meter Highest Summit with 360-Degree Kanchenjunga Vistas

2. Zang Dhok Palri Phodang / Durpin Monastery (Sacred Tibetan Gompa on Durpin Hill)

A sacred Tibetan Buddhist monastery consecrated by the 14th Dalai Lama in 1976 atop Durpin Dara Hill. It houses 108 volumes of the sacred Kangyur texts brought out of Tibet, three dimensional mandalas, and intricate Tibetan Buddhist frescoes.

Durpin Monastery (Zang Dhok Palri Phodang) — Sacred Tibetan Buddhist Gompa on Durpin Hill

3. Pine View Nursery (Asia's Largest Exotic Cactus & Orchid Conservatory)

A celebrated private nursery showcasing over 1,500 species of exotic desert cacti and succulents collected from around the world. Kalimpong's cool climate enables these colorful spiky species and cymbidium orchids to thrive in glass greenhouses.

Pine View Nursery — Asia's Largest Private Collection of Rare Cacti and Orchids

4. Morgan House (1930s British Colonial Stone Manor & Heritage Property)

A classic 1930s British colonial mansion built by wealthy jute baron George Morgan on Durpin ridge. Constructed in English stone cottage architecture with sloping red roofs, ivy clad stone walls, and expansive green lawns facing Himalayan peaks.

Morgan House — 1930s British Colonial Stone Manor on Durpin Ridge

5. Teesta River Rafting & Triveni Sangam (Thrilling Grade III White Water Rapids)

The turquoise waters of the Teesta and Rangeet rivers meet at Triveni Sangam, creating ideal conditions for white water rafting and riverside camping. Rafters navigate thrilling Grade II and III rapids through deep Himalayan gorges.

Teesta River — White Water Rafting and River Gorge in Kalimpong Valley

6. Dr. Graham's Homes & Katherine Chapel (1900 Heritage Boarding Campus)

Founded in 1900 by Scottish missionary Dr. John Anderson Graham, this sprawling 500 acre self contained educational township features Scottish stone cottages, dairy farms, and the historic Katherine Graham Memorial Chapel.

7. Mangal Dham & Thongsa Bhutanese Gompa (Ornate Krishna Temple & 1690 Monastery)

Mangal Dham is a temple dedicated to Lord Krishna built in memory of Guruji Mangaldasji, while Thongsa Gompa is the oldest monastery in Kalimpong, built in 1690 during Bhutanese rule.

8. Tharpa Choling Monastery (1922 Gelugpa Yellow Hat Monastic Sanctuary)

A tranquil monastery established in 1922 belonging to the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect of Tibetan Buddhism, housing ancient scriptures and Chinese bronze statues.

9. Lava, Rishyap & Neora Valley National Park (Pristine Virgin Pine Forest Escapes - 32 km)

Secluded mountain hamlets surrounded by dense pine, oak, and rhododendron forests, serving as the gateway to the pristine wilderness of Neora Valley National Park, home of the elusive Red Panda.