Splendid North East - Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal

Day 01 Arrival Guwahati Airport (GAU) / Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) – Guwahati

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts, 25 Kms / 01 Hrs drive approx)

Arrive Guwahati Airport (GAU) / Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) / Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) and then drive to Guwahati hotel. Upon reaching, check-in to the Hotel. Overnight at Guwahati.

Day 02 Guwahati – Bhalukpong

Bhalukpong (700 Ft / 213 Mts, 250Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast drive approx to Bhalukpong. via Bhomoraguri Dolphin sighting point at Tezpur. The local people who take you on a boat safari ride on the waters of Brahmaputra River and this is the excellent opportunity to sigh the endangered Gangetic River Dolphin (On Addictional payment basis). After boating at Brahmaputra drive to Dirang. Upon reaching, check-in to the Hotel. Overnight at Bhalukpong.

Note:

1.      For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

2.      Boat safari and ticket are all regulated and controlled by the forest Dept. Govt. of Assam. We do not have any control on the booking of ticket & Boat safari.

3.      Boat rides are conducted and controlled by the forest department. We cannot confirm the same in advance. The ticket counter for booking opens one day prior to the ride. Only after securing the tickets, we can confirm the ride for you.

4.      If there is an increase in the cost for jungle activities by the Forest Department / hike in fuel price, then there will be supplement cost applicable on & above the quoted package cost.

Optional:

1.      Dolphin Sighting on Brahmaputra River (Subjected to water level & operational condition). For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

Day 03 Bhalukpong – Dirang

Dirang (5120 Ft / 1560 Mts, 160Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx)

Today after breakfast drive to Dirang, en route at Tipi visit Orchid Center and enroute visit Sessa Orchid Sanctuary (Blooming time is from end March till May). Check into the hotel. Overnight at Dirang.

Closure of roads: Please be informed that the road connecting Dirang from Bhlukpong/Tezpur, can get closed due to landslide (near Tippi  Research center) even post Monsoon. In such case the vehicle will have to take a detour via Khalaktang (Rupa) which will involve extra running of 68 km (02 hours extra). This detour will not fetch any extra cost however; the guests will not be able to visit Tipi Orchid Center and Sessa Orchid Sanctuary.

Day 04 Dirang Full day Sightseeing  

Dirang (5120 Ft / 1560 Mts)

Today after breakfast visit Mandela Top. Back to Dirang & visit Dirang Monastery. Break for lunch. After lunch go for excursion to Sangti Valley inhabited by Monpa Tribe. Back to hotel and overnight at Dirang.

Day 05 Dirang – Tawang

Tawang (10000 Ft / 3048 Mts, 160 Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx

After breakfast, proceed to Tawang (140km) – the land of Monpa Tribes and major centre of the Mahayana Buddhists. On the way to Tawang lies the world’s second highest pass – Se la Pass(13700ft) which run through a small ridge & along a lake called Se la Lake. And visit Jaswantgarh - a memorial to the brave soldier who single handedly tried to hold of approaching Chinese during the 1962 Chinese aggression. Upon arrive check in to hotel. Over night at Tawang.

Day 06 Tawang- Local Monastery - Tawang

Tawang (10000 Ft / 3048 Mts)

After breakfast, today visit Tawang Monastery - The Famous GadenNamgyalLhatse, popularly known as Tawang Monastery was founded by Merak Lama LodreGyatso in the year 1680-81. The monastery stands on the spur of a hill, about 10,000 feet above sea level and has ravines in the south and west, narrow ridge on the north and gradual slope on the east. It offers a commanding and picturesque view of the Tawang-chu valley. From a distance it appears like a fort as if guarding the votaries in the wide valley below. Tawang monastery is the largest of its kind in the country and is one of the largest t monasteries in Asia. Though it has the capacity for housing about seven hundred monks, the actual number of resident lamas (monks) at present is a little more than 450. This monastery is the fountain-head of the spiritual life of the people of this region. Also visit Urgelling Monastery - the birth place of Sixth Dalia Lama. After a late lunch and refreshment visit Tawang War Memorial and evening at leisure. Overnight at Tawang.

Day 07 Tawang – Bumla Pass, Madhuri (ShunGatser) Lake & PTSO Lake - Tawang

Tawang (10000 Ft / 3048 Mts)

Today morning after early breakfast, you will drive to Bumla Pass which is located about 37 km away from Tawang at the Indo-China border over 15,200 ft above sea level. A further drive will take you to visit high altitude lake called as Shunga-tser Lake, popularly known as Madhuri Lake located 35, kms away from Tawang near the China Border. The drive to Shunga-tser Lake is full of thrill and one can still see the war bankers that had been used during the Chinese aggression in 1962. Nestled amidst the pristine mountains and picturesque surrounding, It was formed in the aftermath of the 1950 earthquake. Prior to the earthquake, this piece of land used to be employed as the grazing ground for the cattle. The evidence of it can be seen in the protruding trunks of the dead trees from the middle of the lake. The lake has been under supervision of Army men, who have also arranged for a cafeteria nearby. Tourists can relish on the delicious Momos, Maggis topped with a cup of tasty coffee or tea. Tourists can also take to trekking around the lake while enjoying the gentle lashes of the pleasant breeze around. During return take a photo stop at the beautiful PTSO lake en route (17 kms away from Tawang, Pangong Tang Tso Lake popularly known as PT Tso which is an extremely scenic drive with bird’s eye view of the township below). Later in the afternoon drive back to hotel. On the way back visit Ani Gompha. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Note

1.      Our vehicles are not allowed to do PTSo lake, Madhuri lake & Bumla Pass Sightseeing. Local vehicle will be provided for the same. We have no control on this local vehicle which may be a combination of Non AC Tat Sumo/Xylo etc.

2.      Bumla la pass is a border between India & China, hence additional formalities are involved, Kindly refer enter & documentation formalities

Day 08 Tawang - Local Sightseeing - Bomdila

Bomdila (7923 Ft / 2415 Mts, 180 Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast drive to Bomdila- the head quarter of West Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh and also known for its Buddhist monasteries. It has a lot of attractions for the visitors for its cool climate. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Later visit Gontse Rabgyaling Monastery (Upper Gonpa), Thub-Chog Gatsel Ling Monastery (Lower Gompa).Bomdila offers wonderfully panoramic view of Himalayan landscapes and snow clad ranges. Evening you can visit the local market. Overnight stay at Bomdila.

Day 09 Bomdila - Kaziranga

Kaziranga National Park (197 Ft/ 60 Mts, 205 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast drive to Kaziranga. Upon arrival at Kaziranga, check in at hotel. Overnight stay at Kaziranga.

Kaziranga National Park:

In the heart of Assam, covering an area of 430 sq-kms, is inhabited by the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including tigers, elephants, panthers and bears, and thousands of birds. In 1985, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its unique natural environment.

Day 10 Kaziranga – Local Sightseeing - Kaziranga

Kaziranga National Park (197 Ft / 60 Mts)

After breakfast go for Optional: Elephant Ride / Jeep Safari (subjected to availability & operational condition) to one Range. After lunch go for Optional: Jeep Safari (subjected to availability & operational condition) to the other Range. Visit Kaziranga National Orchid And Biodiversity Park (Subjected to time availability & operational condition). Overnight at Kaziranga.

Optional:

1.      For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

2.      Entry ticket & Jeep safari are all regulated and controlled by the forest Dept. Govt. of Assam. We do not have any control on the booking of entry ticket & Jeep safari.

3.      Elephant rides are conducted and controlled by the forest department. We cannot confirm the same in advance. The ticket counter for booking opens only in the evening, one day prior to the ride. Only after securing the tickets, we can confirm the ride for you.

4.      If there is an increase in the cost for jungle activities by the Forest Department / hike in fuel price, then there will be supplement cost applicable on & above the quoted package cost.

Day 11 Kaziranga - Shillong

Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 240 Kms / 06to 07 Hrs drive approx)

After an early breakfast drive to Shillong en route visit Umium Lake. Upon reaching checkin to the hotel. Overnight at Shillong.

Day 12 Shillong – Excursion to Cherrapunjee – Shillong

Cherrapunjee(4690Ft / 1430Mts,60Kms / 02to 03 Hrsdrive approxoneway)

After breakfast, today go a day excursion to Cherrapunjee. Enroute visit Elephant falls. At Cherrapunjee visit Garden of Caves, Arwah Cave / Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later drive back to hotel. Overnight stay at Shillong.

Note

1.      Most of the waterfalls get dried up in winter.

Day 13 Shillong – Excursion to Mawlynnong– Dawki - Shillong

Mawllynnong (4906 Ft / 1496 Mts, 80 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approxoneway)

Dawki Lake (5904 Ft / 1800 Mts, 30 Kms / 01 to 02 Hrs drive approx)

Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 90 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approxoneway from Dawki Lake)

Wake up early and have your breakfast and drive to Mawlynnong. Today you can explore the cleanest village Mawlynnong. You can take the sky walk to have a spectacular view of the Single living Root Bridge.

After lunch drive to Dawki. Dawki is the gateway to Bangladesh where major export and import transactions take place. It is a splendid drive of 30 kilometers passing through deep gorges and ravines, which is certainly a thrilling experience. On approaching Dawki is the Umngot River, The Umngot River is the natural boundary between Ri Pnar or Jaintia Hills with Hima Khyrim of Khasi hills over which a single span suspension bridge was constructed. Drive back to Shillong for overnight stay.

Note

1.      Most of the waterfalls get dried up in winter.

Day14 Shillong- Guwahati Half Day Sightseeing (Temple)

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts, 140 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast check out and proceed to Guwahati & depending on the availability of time, sightseeing of Umananda Shiv Temple (Ferry Charge on direct payment) & Navegraha Temple. On time in the evening go for River Cruise (on direct payment & subjected to operational condition). Upon reaching, checkin & over night at Guwahati.

OR

Shillong- Guwahati Half Day Sightseeing (Non Temple)

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts, 140 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast & depending on the availability of time, sightseeing of Science Museum (Closed on Monday) OR Sankardev Kalakhetra OR Pragjyotika Assam Emporium (Closed on Sunday) On time in the evening go for River Cruise (on direct payment & subjected to operational condition). Upon reaching, checkin & over night at Guwahati.

Optional:

1.      Brahmaputra River Sunset Cruise / Brahmaputra River Dinner Cruise (Subjected to water level & operational condition). For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

Day15 Guwahati - Guwahati Airport (GAU) / Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) for departure

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts, 25 Kms / 01 Hrs drive approx)

Morning visit Kamakhya Temple (VIP tickets on additional Payment). Back to hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast transfer to Guwahati Airport (GAU) / Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) for onwards connection.