Hills of Bengal Tour

Hills of Bengal – Lataguri, Kalimpong, Darjeeling & Mirik (7N/8D)

Experience the serene wilderness of Gorumara, lush tea gardens, monasteries, and misty hill towns of Bengal. This scenic journey weaves together Lataguri’s wildlife, Kalimpong’s spiritual charm, Darjeeling’s heritage, and Mirik’s tranquil lake views — perfect for nature lovers and cultural explorers seeking Himalayan bliss.

Itinerary Details

Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport - Lataguri / Chalsa (100 Kms. / 3 Hrs.)

Meet and Greet on arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport and transfer to Lataguri / Chalsa (535 Ft.). On arrival, check-in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 02: Gorumara National Park + Local Sightseeing

Early morning at 06:00 hrs. visit Gorumara National Park (Watch Tower visit on direct payment basis) by Jeep. Back to hotel. After breakfast, visit Samsing, Suntalekhola and Murti River side. In the afternoon, visit another Watch Tower by Jeep. Overnight stay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 03: Lataguri / Chalsa - Kalimpong via Lava (112 Kms. / 6 Hrs.)

After breakfast, transfer to Kalimpong (4,091 Ft.) via Lava (7,200 ft). The route to Lava is scenic with the change in vegetation from tropical deciduous to the wet alpine trees. Lava is known for the magnificent view of Mount Kanchenjunga. You can visit Lava Monastery, Forest Nursery and Nature Interpretation Centre or go to the viewpoint. On arrival at Kalimpong, check-in to the hotel. Eveing free for leisure. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 04: Kalimpong Full Day Local Sightseeing

After breakfast visit Mangal Dham, Budha Statue, Deolo Hills, Science Centre, Singh Bhawani Durga Mandir, Hanuman Top, Durpin Dara Hill, Golf Course, Jelepla View Point, Pine View Nursery (Sunday closed) and Kali Temple. Back to the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 05: Kalimpong - Darjeeling (55 Kms. / 2½ Hrs.)

After breakfast, transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 Ft.). On arrival check-in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 06: Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing with Tiger Hill

Early morning (4:00 AM) visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Permit / Token) and then back to hotel. After breakfast, starting at 8.30 AM, visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Ropeway, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 07: Darjeeling - Mirik - Local Sightseeing (49 Kms. / 2½ Hrs.)

After breakfast, transfer to Mirik (4,902 Ft.), which is a small picturesque hill station with a beautiful lake surrounded by forested hills on all sides with the back drop of Mt Kanchenjunga. Enroute visit Pasupati Market which is situated in Indo-Nepal border (Extra vehicle charges will be applicable for Nepal Border to Pasupati Market on direct payment basis). Further, drive to Mirik runs through some fascinating tea gardens (Estates), Cardamom plantations and pine forests. On arrival check-in to hotel. Afternoon visit Sumendu Lake, which is famous for being one of the most beautiful man-made lakes. You may enjoy horse ride and boating at this point on direct payment basis. Evening back to hotel. Overnight stay at Mirik.

Day 08: Mirik - NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport (55 Kms. / 2 Hrs.)

After breakfast Checkout from the hotel and take the departure transfers to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport for your onward journey.