Old Silk Route & Zuluk Himalayan Loop
Ascend the legendary 32-hairpin bends, breathe alpine serenity at Gnathang Valley (13,000 ft), and slumber beside whispering pine retreats in Reshi Khola. Curated with authentic homestays and hot Bengali meals.
Where the Clouds Rest: Tracing the Ancient Tibetan Trade Track
Perched on the eastern edge of Sikkim adjacent to the Chinese border, Zuluk was once a transit hub on the historic Silk Route connecting Kalimpong to Lhasa. For generations of Bengal wanderers, this circuit has represented the rawest communion with high-altitude silence.
Our route experts directly from Kolkata arrange seamless transit via 4x4 SUVs or Scorpio/Boleros from Siliguri/Durgapur, moving from the canopy pine woods of Sillery Gaon through the vertiginous hairpins of Thambi Viewpoint, onwards to the wind-swept high plateau of Gnathang, and winding down to the murmuring riverbeds of Reshi.
Curated Day-by-Day Expedition
NJP / Siliguri to Lingtam & Sillery Gaon
Assemble after breakfast at NJP Railway station by 09:30 AM. Scenic drive through Kalimpong pine woods. Evening leisure walk around the village grounds and ridge peaks.
Stay: Sillery Gaon HomestayAscent to Zuluk & The 32-Zig Zag Hairpins
Early morning driver check and permit verification at Rongli. Drive into Zuluk village, winding past the famous 32-hairpin bends. Sunset tea on the balcony overlooking snow peaks.
Stay: Zuluk Wooden LodgeSunrise at Thambi & Expedition to Gnathang
Drive at 05:00 AM for sunrise at Thambi Viewpoint (11,200 ft). Continue past Kupup Elephant Lake, Old Baba Mandir, and the historical battlegrounds of Gnathang.
Stay: Gnathang Valley StayDescent to the Crystal Waters of Reshi Khola
Winding downhill drive to the border river of Reshi Khola. Dip your feet in ice-cold crystal streams, evening riverside campfire, and stars under clear mountain skies.
Stay: Reshi Riverside Eco CampReshi to NJP & Return Rail to Kolkata
Leisurely morning breakfast by the river before driving back to NJP/Siliguri station for overnight train journey.
Stay: Overnight Train TransitWhat Is Covered & What Is Not
Everything Included
- ✓ Transportation: Dedicated Bolero/4WD vehicle for full circuit including all mountain transfers.
- ✓ Accommodations: 5 Nights local homestay/wooden lodge stays on twin/triple sharing.
- ✓ All Meals: Fresh cooked breakfast, warm lunch, evening tea with snacks, and dinner (Bengali options).
- ✓ Military Permits: Sikkim Restricted Area Inner Line permits and paperwork processed.
- ✓ Driver Allowance: Driver lodging, cooking expenses, toll & fuel fees included.
Not Included
- • Rail or air tickets from Kolkata to NJP (Can be added on request).
- • Personal laundry, room heaters, or extra snacks.
- • Optional entry passes to specific museum spots.
- • Expenses caused by unexpected landslides or weather roadblocks beyond control.
✓ All meals, stays & permits included
Pay 25% now to hold seats & permits, rest before departure.
Hotline: +91 98300 72946 / 81700 36430
Desk: Kolkata HQ & Durgapur City Centre