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Charkhole - Rishop

A scenic Charkhole tour covering Panbu, Lava, Loleygaon and Rishop, with Charkhole as the base and NJP drop-off.

Duration
3D / 2N
Best for
Couples, Families, Friends, Small Groups
Season
Oct – May
Day by day

The full itinerary

Day 01

Day 1 - NJP Pickup – Panbu Sightseeing – Scenic Drive to Charkhole

Begin your Himalayan escape with a scenic pickup from NJP. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel through the foothills, with a refreshing sightseeing stop at Panbu before continuing towards the peaceful mountain village of Charkhole. Arrive by evening, check in to your stay and unwind amidst pine forests and spectacular mountain views. End the day with a beautiful sunset and a relaxed evening in the hills.

NJP Pickup – Start your Himalayan journey
Scenic drive through the Darjeeling foothills
Panbu sightseeing & photo stop
Tea garden / mountain-road views en route
Local village & forest landscapes
Charkhole arrival & hotel check-in
Sunset views from Charkhole
Leisure evening amidst the pine forests
Overnight stay at Charkhole
Lunch + Dinner
Day 02

Day 2 - Lava – Loleygaon – Rishop – The Best of Kalimpong Hills

Wake up to the fresh mountain air and set out for a full-day exploration. Discover the charming forest town of Lava, experience the serene landscapes of Loleygaon and explore the spectacular hill village of Rishop. Enjoy winding mountain roads, dense forests, panoramic viewpoints and plenty of opportunities for memorable photographs before returning to Charkhole for a peaceful night.

Breakfast at Charkhole
Lava – scenic mountain town surrounded by forests
Lava Monastery & peaceful surroundings
Drive through dense Himalayan forests
Loleygaon – forest village & scenic viewpoints
Canopy Walk / forest experience at Loleygaon
Local lunch stop
Rishop – panoramic Himalayan mountain views
Rishop village exploration & photography
Sunset / golden-hour mountain views
Return to Charkhole
Relaxing evening & overnight stay at Charkhole
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03

Day 3: One Last Sunrise – Charkhole to NJP

Wake up early for a magical Charkhole sunrise, when the surrounding mountains and pine forests come alive in the morning light. After breakfast, enjoy some quiet time in the village before beginning your journey back to NJP. Take in the last views of the hills as you descend towards the plains, bringing your refreshing Himalayan getaway to a memorable end.

Early morning sunrise experience at Charkhole
Photography amidst the pine forests
Leisure morning & fresh mountain air
Breakfast at the hotel
Check-out from Charkhole
Scenic downhill drive through the hills
Tea garden / local village views en route
NJP drop
Tour concludes with beautiful Himalayan memories
Breakfast

Get your group's price

Prices vary with group size, season and stay category, so we quote directly.

Duration3D / 2N
Starts fromNJP / Bagdogra
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What's included

  • Accommodation for 2 nights in Charkhole
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner at the hotel
  • NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport pickup and drop
  • Private vehicle for the complete itinerary
  • All sightseeing and transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Driver allowance, fuel and applicable parking charges

What's not

  • Train/flight tickets to and from NJP
  • Personal expenses such as snacks, beverages, laundry and telephone calls
  • Entry fees to monasteries, parks, viewpoints, canopy walk or other attractions, wherever applicable
  • Guide charges
  • Adventure activities and optional experiences
  • Additional sightseeing or vehicle usage beyond the mentioned itinerary
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions

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What travellers say

Written by real people, real trips.

★★★★★

"Wonderful service and NO extra charges. Suggesting all to give it a try at least."

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Pinaki Patra
Family
★★★★★

"Enjoy a comfortable 2-night, 3-day family journey covering Gorumara Forest and the seven major sightseeing points of Dooars. The package includes accommodation, meals and private car transportation for a relaxed and hassle-free trip."

P
Parna Chakraborty
Family
★★★★★

"অফিসের টিম আউটিং এর জন্য পুরোপুরি ঠিক ছিল। GST ইনভয়েসও সময়মতো পেয়েছি, যেটা কর্পোরেট বুকিং এর ক্ষেত্রে সত্যিই দরকার।"

S
Saptarshi Mondal
Office / corporate
★★★★☆

"हनीमून के लिए Shimla चुना था, और होटल की choice बिल्कुल सही थी। Mall Road से ज्यादा दूर नहीं, फिर भी शांत जगह - बहुत सोच समझकर recommend किया गया था हमें।"

N
Neha & Vikram
Couple
★★★★☆

"Went somewhere completely off our radar and it turned out to be the best decision. Quiet, uncrowded, and genuinely different from every other weekend trip we've done from Kolkata"

A
Arnab Dutta
Friends
★★★★☆

"जंगल के इतने पास स्टे करना बच्चों के लिए यादगार अनुभव था। शाम को हाथी दिखे, ये बात अभी तक बच्चे सबको बता रहे हैं!"

P
Priya Ghosh
Family
★★★★★

"৪০ জন ছাত্রছাত্রীর গ্রুপ, তাও প্রতিটা স্টপেজে হেডকাউন্ট চেক করা হয়েছে। শিক্ষক হিসেবে এটা আমার জন্য সবচেয়ে গুরুত্বপূর্ণ ছিল — নিরাপত্তার দিকটা একদম ঠিকঠাক সামলেছে।"

S
Subrata Mukherjee (Teacher-in-charge)
School group
★★★★★

"We didn't want a rushed weekend, and that's exactly what we got. Slow mornings, no back-to-back sightseeing, just genuinely nice pacing. Sonajhuri haat on Saturday was the highlight."

I
Ishita & Rohan
Couple
★★★★★

"हमारा कॉलेज ग्रुप 25 लोगों का था, और सब कुछ बहुत smooth तरीके से हैंडल हुआ। EMI ऑप्शन की वजह से हम लोग ये ट्रिप afford कर पाए, वरना शायद इस साल नहीं जा पाते।"

A
Ankit Sharma
College group
★★★★☆

"দার্জিলিং ট্রিপটা একদম পারফেক্ট ছিল। বাচ্চাদের নিয়ে গিয়েছিলাম, আর হোটেলটাও ঠিক যেমন ছবিতে দেখেছিলাম তেমনই ছিল। কোনো সারপ্রাইজ ছিল না, যেটা সবচেয়ে ভালো লেগেছে।"

D
Debjani Roy
Family
★★★★★

"Kurseong–Sittong trip for 5 guests (customer + 4 friends), planned for 3 nights and 4 days in October 2025. A scenic getaway covering Kurseong and Sittong, with comfortable stays, fooding and sightseeing throughout the trip."

S
Swastica Paul
Friends
★★★★★

"Wonderful service and NO extra charges. Suggesting all to give it a try at least."

P
Pinaki Patra
Family
★★★★★

"Enjoy a comfortable 2-night, 3-day family journey covering Gorumara Forest and the seven major sightseeing points of Dooars. The package includes accommodation, meals and private car transportation for a relaxed and hassle-free trip."

P
Parna Chakraborty
Family
★★★★★

"অফিসের টিম আউটিং এর জন্য পুরোপুরি ঠিক ছিল। GST ইনভয়েসও সময়মতো পেয়েছি, যেটা কর্পোরেট বুকিং এর ক্ষেত্রে সত্যিই দরকার।"

S
Saptarshi Mondal
Office / corporate
★★★★☆

"हनीमून के लिए Shimla चुना था, और होटल की choice बिल्कुल सही थी। Mall Road से ज्यादा दूर नहीं, फिर भी शांत जगह - बहुत सोच समझकर recommend किया गया था हमें।"

N
Neha & Vikram
Couple
★★★★☆

"Went somewhere completely off our radar and it turned out to be the best decision. Quiet, uncrowded, and genuinely different from every other weekend trip we've done from Kolkata"

A
Arnab Dutta
Friends
★★★★☆

"जंगल के इतने पास स्टे करना बच्चों के लिए यादगार अनुभव था। शाम को हाथी दिखे, ये बात अभी तक बच्चे सबको बता रहे हैं!"

P
Priya Ghosh
Family
★★★★★

"৪০ জন ছাত্রছাত্রীর গ্রুপ, তাও প্রতিটা স্টপেজে হেডকাউন্ট চেক করা হয়েছে। শিক্ষক হিসেবে এটা আমার জন্য সবচেয়ে গুরুত্বপূর্ণ ছিল — নিরাপত্তার দিকটা একদম ঠিকঠাক সামলেছে।"

S
Subrata Mukherjee (Teacher-in-charge)
School group
★★★★★

"We didn't want a rushed weekend, and that's exactly what we got. Slow mornings, no back-to-back sightseeing, just genuinely nice pacing. Sonajhuri haat on Saturday was the highlight."

I
Ishita & Rohan
Couple
★★★★★

"हमारा कॉलेज ग्रुप 25 लोगों का था, और सब कुछ बहुत smooth तरीके से हैंडल हुआ। EMI ऑप्शन की वजह से हम लोग ये ट्रिप afford कर पाए, वरना शायद इस साल नहीं जा पाते।"

A
Ankit Sharma
College group
★★★★☆

"দার্জিলিং ট্রিপটা একদম পারফেক্ট ছিল। বাচ্চাদের নিয়ে গিয়েছিলাম, আর হোটেলটাও ঠিক যেমন ছবিতে দেখেছিলাম তেমনই ছিল। কোনো সারপ্রাইজ ছিল না, যেটা সবচেয়ে ভালো লেগেছে।"

D
Debjani Roy
Family
★★★★★

"Kurseong–Sittong trip for 5 guests (customer + 4 friends), planned for 3 nights and 4 days in October 2025. A scenic getaway covering Kurseong and Sittong, with comfortable stays, fooding and sightseeing throughout the trip."

S
Swastica Paul
Friends

In their own words

Video testimonials.

Pinaki Patra
Parna Chakraborty
Arnab Dutta
Swastica Paul
Pinaki Patra
Parna Chakraborty
Arnab Dutta
Swastica Paul
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