Hill-station holidays

Darjeeling, Kalimpong & Gangtok

Three hill towns in the eastern Himalaya, with tea, nurseries, monasteries and Kanchenjunga views.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inDarjeeling
RouteDarjeeling · Kalimpong · Gangtok
Places3 destinations
StateWest Bengal, India
Ideal forHill-station holidays, Couples' holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-15JG9X

Best time to visit: March to May and October to December

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Gangtok, Sikkim

Trip overview

Three hill towns in the eastern Himalaya, with tea, nurseries, monasteries and Kanchenjunga views.

The route spends 2 nights in Darjeeling, 1 night in Kalimpong and 2 nights in Gangtok, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits hill-station holidays and couples' holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Tiger HillDarjeeling Himalayan RailwayHappy Valley Tea EstateDeolo HillZang Dhok Palri MonasteryMorgan HouseMG MargTsomgo (Changu) LakeNathula Pass

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Darjeeling

Arrive via Bagdogra Airport (IXB) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Tea tasting

Day 2Darjeeling: Toy train joy ride and Mall Road walk

Toy train joy ride
Mall Road walk

Day 3Darjeeling to Kalimpong

Travel from Darjeeling to Kalimpong by private vehicle
Check in at your Kalimpong hotel
Deolo Hill: Viewpoint and park

Day 4Kalimpong to Gangtok

Travel from Kalimpong to Gangtok by private vehicle
Check in at your Gangtok hotel
Banjhakri Falls: Park and waterfall

Day 5Gangtok: Ropeway and MG Marg

Ropeway
MG Marg: Car-free promenade

Day 6Depart from Gangtok

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Pakyong Airport (PYG) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Realistic drive times on hill roads
Viewpoints planned for clear mornings
Warm layers advised even in summer
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
One special dinner or experience suggested at each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Darjeeling: Leave for Tiger Hill around 4 am; clear mornings are most likely in October–November.
Kalimpong: Combine with Darjeeling and Gangtok; Kalimpong sits neatly between them.
Gangtok: Carry ID photos and copies; permits for Tsomgo and Nathula are issued a day ahead.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok
Ideal for: Hill-station holidays, Couples' holidays
Best time: March to May and October to December
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-15JG9X

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Darjeeling: March to May and October to December. Kalimpong: March to May and October to December. Gangtok: March to May and October to December.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Darjeeling (Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 70 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.