3 states - North East Experience

Morning after breakfast, drive to Dirang (4910 ft). Check in Hotel. Evening at Leisure. Overnight at Dirang

Morning after breakfast, drive to Tawang (10,000 ft). En route witness the unique Dirang Valley famous for its monasteries, hot Springs, Apple & kiwi Orchards, sheep breeding farms & charming valleys.  Also witness the snowcapped Sella Pass at 13700 ft, the Jaswant Garh War Memorial and Jung Falls.  Overnight in Tawang.

Jaswant Garh War Memorial : Legend has it that Jaswant (Mahavir Chakra Awardee (Posthumous) of 4th Batallion Garhwal Rifles), fought a lone battle against the invading Chinese during the 1962 war. His spirit is still believed to protect the place.

Sela Pass : @13700 ft, the Sela Pass is  is snow-covered (full or partial) all through the year and has breathtaking mystic views. Close to the Pass is the beautiful Sela Lake, a heart-shaped lake chiseled between the mountains, which intensifies the beauty of the region. The Lake is mostly frozen in winter.  The Sela Pass is the main route to access Tawang town and is located 78 km before reaching Tawang.

Jung Falls : The Nuranang falls  (original name) @6000 feet is located about 40 km before reaching Tawang is famed as one of the most stunning waterfalls in North East India. The falls height is about 100 meters. The legend about the waterfalls goes that it is named after a Monpa girl Nura who aided an Indian soldier during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. 

After breakfast proceed for an excursion to Sangestar Lake, Bum La Pass and China Border (subject to permission from Indian Army)

Early morning go for Elephant ride @5-30 A.M/6: 30 A.M. (Subject to operation and allotment from forest department) .  Return for Breakfast to hotel. After breakfast proceed for Jeep safari in the Central Range. With Kohora as the entry point, the Central Range covers the Daphlang and Kathpora . Later enjoy Local Village & Tea Garden (Outer View) tour. Overnight at Kaziranga.

After breakfast, drive to Shillong. En route witness the Umiam Lake or Barapani - is the biggest artificial lake in Meghalaya in midst of sylvan hills adorned by Khasi pines & peerless beauty.

If time permits visit Cathedral of Marry and Ward’s Lake. Evening free at leisure to explore the region on own. You may take a walk to the famous Police Bazaar for shopping. Overnight in Shillong

After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the earth, for an awesome day trip. En route visit the famous Elephant falls. At Sohra, stop at the Duwan Sing Syiem view point for mesmerizing views of the Hills.

In Cherrapunjee be witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a soft cave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerable formations inside it. Also visit Dainthlen Falls.. Drive back to Shillong for overnight stay.

Note: Most of the waterfalls are dry during winter season.

After breakfast transfer to guwahati airport for onward journey. Tour ends here.

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

Tezpur (160 Ft / 48 Mts, 190 Kms / 05 to 06 hrs drive approx)

Balipara (275 Ft / 84 Mts, 210 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive approx) 

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

Note: 

Guest is requested to book early arrival flight.

Bomdila / Dirang (5120 Ft / 1560 Mts, 170Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx from Bhalukpong)

Bomdila / Dirang (5120 Ft / 1560 Mts, 200 Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx from Tezpur)

Bomdila / Dirang (5120 Ft / 1560 Mts, 180 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive approx from Balipara) 

Today after breakfast drive to Bomdila / 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 Bomdila / Dirang. 

Closure of roads: Please be informed that the road connecting Dirang from Bhalukpong / Tezpur / Blipara, 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.

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. 

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.

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 

• 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.
• Bumla la pass is a border between India & China, hence additional formalities are involved, 

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

Bhalukpong (700 Ft / 213 Mts, 170 Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx)

Tezpur (160 Ft / 48 Mts, 200 Kms / 06 to 07 hrs drive approx)

Balipara (275 Ft / 84 Mts, 180 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive approx)

After breakfast, today you drive to Bhalukpong / Tezpur / Blipara, 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 Additional payment basis). 

On arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight in Bhalukpong / Tezpur / Blipara.

Note:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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). 

Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 310 Kms / 07 to 08 Hrs drive approx from Bhalukpong)

Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 250 Kms / 06to 07 Hrs drive approx from Tezpur)

Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 280 Kms / 06 to 07 Hrs drive approx from Balipara)

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

Cherrapunjee(4690Ft / 1430Mts,60Kms / 02to 03 Hrs drive approx. one way) 

Mawllynnong (4906 Ft / 1496 Mts, 80 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approx. one way) 

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. Also visit Single living Root Bridge. (45 mins gradual walk downwards / 1 hour gradual walk upwards)

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

Most of the waterfalls get dried up in winter.

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, Supplement given, 

Morning visit Kamakhya Temple (Outer view - VIP tickets on own arrangement). Back to hotel for breakfast.

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