4N 5D Kalimpong Rishikhola Jhandi Offbeat Tour Plan

Day-wise Itineraries

Day 1

Day 1: NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport to Kalimpong Arrival

Arrive at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and drive towards Kalimpong, a historic Himalayan hill town known for monasteries, colonial charm and panoramic valley landscapes. Check in and relax amidst the peaceful surroundings.

Experiences:

Scenic drive through Teesta valley roads

Peaceful hill town ambience

Evening leisure with Himalayan views

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Day 2

Night Stay

Rishikhola

Day 2: Kalimpong Sightseeing & Rishikhola Transfer

Explore the scenic attractions of Kalimpong before proceeding towards Rishikhola, a peaceful riverside destination located along the Sikkim–West Bengal border.

Experiences:

Deolo Park – panoramic Himalayan viewpoint

Durpin Monastery – hilltop monastery & valley views

Pine View Nursery – cactus & exotic plant collection

Morgan House – colonial heritage bungalow

Scenic drive towards Rishikhola riverside valley

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Day 3

Night Stay

Rishikhola

Day 3: Rishikhola Sightseeing

Explore the peaceful natural beauty of Rishikhola, known for riverside relaxation, forest trails and scenic Himalayan valley landscapes.

Experiences:

Rishikhola Riverside – peaceful riverbank landscapes

Rhenock & Rongli: Major stops for permits; Rongli is a busy local market.

Que Khola Falls: A beautiful, roadside waterfall perfect for a quick photo

Lingtam: A small, peaceful village with a beautiful monastery and views of the river.

Padamchen: A lush green village; great for birdwatching (look for Monal pheasants).

Thambi Viewpoint: Famous for the 32 Hairpin Bends (Zig-Zag road) and sunrise views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.

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Day 4

Night Stay

Jhandi

Day 4: Rishikhola to Jhandi Transfer & Sightseeing

Travel towards Jhandi, a peaceful offbeat Himalayan destination known for sunrise viewpoints, dense forests and panoramic mountain landscapes.

Experiences:

Jhandi Dara View Point – panoramic sunrise & Kanchenjunga views

Dense pine forest surroundings – peaceful nature ambience

Himalayan valley landscapes – scenic photography spots

Forest walking trails – relaxing hill experience

Evening leisure amidst peaceful mountain surroundings

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Day 5

Night Stay

Day 5: Jhandi to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport Departure

After your stay amidst the peaceful forests and Himalayan landscapes of Jhandi, begin your return journey towards NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.

Experiences: