Wonders of North East

North East India

Wonders of North East

Embark on an immersive 11 nights, 12 days journey exploring the Wonders of North East India Tour. Begin in Guwahati, experiencing the vibrant culture and spiritual essence. Traverse to the serene hill station of Shillong, followed by the crystal-clear waters of Dawki and the historical allure of Tezpur. Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Tawang and Dirang’s picturesque landscapes. Conclude the trip with thrilling wildlife encounters at Kaziranga National Park, a perfect blend of nature’s magnificence and cultural richness.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Guwahati - Shillong (Approx. 3 hours drive)

Arrive Guwahati and drive to Shillong  transfer to  Shillong (4,900 ft.), called ‘Scotland of the East” (100 kms 3 hrs).  Enroute visit Umium Lake, a majestic placid lake with its surrounding   sylvan hills. On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel. Day at leisure . Dinner at the hotel . Overnight stay at Shillong.

Day 2 : Shillong - Mawlynnong - Dawki – Shillong (Approx 4 hours drive)

After early breakfast drive to Mawlynnong – “Asia’s Cleanest Village”. Mawlynnong offers many interesting sights such as the living root bridge and another strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another small rock. Later proceed to Dawki, a small town near India Bangladesh border. Enjoy breathtaking view of the Umangot River. Evening drive back to Shillong. Dinner at the hotel . Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.

Day 3 : Shillong - Cherrapunjee – Shillong (60 Kms 2 hours drive one way)

Today after breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee for a day trip. officially known as Sohra. It is the wettest place on earth. Later visit Thankaranga Park, Mawsmai Cave, Nohkalikai Falls & Seven Sister Falls.Return back to Shillong Dinner at the hotel . Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.

 

Day 4 : Shillong - Tezpur (Approx. 6 hours drive)

After breakfast visit Don Bosco Museum & Ward’s Lake. Later drive to Tezpur/Bhalukpong. 

On arrival check in to hotel. Dinner will be served at the hotel .

Day 5: Tezpur – Dirang (Approx. 5 hours drive)

After early breakfast drive to Dirang. On the way visit Tipi Orchidarium situated on the banks of the river Bharali, a place over 500 orchids, on display there are some rare species of orchid. Arunachal has largest range of orchids in the country then take a break to visit Nag Temple. Continue your drive and do not forget to keep your cameras handy as you cross beautiful waterfalls and get some spectacular views. On arrival check in to the hotel. Dirang is also famous for hot water springs where people take bath to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang

Day 6 :Dirang to Tawang (Approx. 5 hours drive)

Morning after breakfast drive to Tawang .Overnight in Tawang the Land of Hidden Paradise.

On the way enjoy the beauty of Sela Pass (13700 Ft) a border line between two districts i.e Tawang & West Kameng Tawang, Sela Lake a small lake, which remains frozen for most of the year. Further drive to 10 kms visit Jaswantgarh War Memorial – a memorial to the brave soldier who single handily tried to hold of approaching Chinese from the pass during the 1962 Indo-Chinese war.  Later visit majesty of  Nuranng Falls where scenes from the SRK-Madhuri Dixit starrer “Koyla” were  hot.  Arrive & check in to the hotel.  Dinner at the hotel.

Day 7 :Tawang - Bumla Pass Bumla Pass : Only if Permission from Indian Army

Morning after breakfast visit Bumla Pass (Indo-China Border), situated at the Indo-China border, 15,200 ft. above the sea level. (Please Note: We visit Bum la Pass if we get permission from the Indian army. Also only if the roads are operational).Overnight stay at a hotel, in Tawang.

Or  After breakfast visit Tawang Monstery world famous seventeenth century Tawang Monastery, also known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse which overlooks the wide Tawang Valley at a height of 10,000 ft. The monastery is a vast complex of 65 buildings housing Lamas and antique scriptures written in gold letters and ancient scripture, images and has an eight meters high gilded Buddha statue. It is the largest monastery in the Himalayan region and the second oldest monastery in Asia. Five hundred lamas live in its residential buildings and it is rich in.  

You can also visit the craft center in Tawang sells beautiful masks, hand woven carpets, jewellery in silver, coral and amber, ‘chubas’ the local dressand delightful affordable mementos. Evening at leisure. Dinner at the hotel . Overnight stay at Tawang.

Day 8 : Tawang - Bomdilla (Approx. 6 Hours)

After breakfast transfer to Bomdila (8,200 ft.) – 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. On arrival check in to the hotel. Later visit Gontse Rabgyaling Monastery (Upper Gonpa), Thub-Chog Gatsel Ling Monastery (Lower Gonpa). Bomdila offers wonderfully panoramic view of Himalayan landscapes and snow-clad ranges. Evening you can visit the local market. Overnight stay at Bomdila.

Day 9 : Dirang – Kaziranga (Approx. 8 hours) 11th April

Today after breakfast check out from hotel and visit Later drive to Kaziranga. On arrival check in to the hotel.Dinner at the hotel .Night stay, in Kaziranga. In the evening we enjoy the Bihu dance – an indigenous folk dance of Assam.

Day 10 :Kaziranga

Early morning explore any one zone of Kaziranga National Park on back  of Elephant. Apart from the Rhino, other species found are Hog Deer,  Swamp Deer, Wild Buffalo, Elephants and if you are lucky then tiger  also. It is also home to pelicans, storks and darters as there are a  number of water bodies inside the Park. Return to the resort for  breakfast. In the afternoon enjoy jeep safari through the National Park. Return to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel Overnight stay at Kaziranga.

Day 11: Kaziranga National Park - Guwahati ( approx. 5 hrs drive )

After breakfast drive to Guwahati. Arrive and check in at your hotel.  Evening visit ‘Kalakshetra’, a place where Assamese history and  culture. Return to hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at Guwahati.  

Day 12 : Depart Guwahati

Today we visit the Kamakhya Temple – one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in the country and Umananda Temple situated on a small river island in River Brahmaputra. Later drive to airport for flight back home with happy memories !!!

Indulge . Enjoy . Repeat

Discover North East India

Be a part of these activities in our Wonders of North East India Tour

Dawki River

Dawki River

Cleanest River
Umium Lake

Umium Lake

Placid Lake
Kaziranga

Kaziranga

Kaziranga National Park
Umananda Temple

Umananda Temple

Temple

At STS, our ethos is simple: we’re not just planners; we’re your dedicated executioners. 

Contact Us

© 2023 Smart Travel Solutions