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Eastern Hills and Wild

( Arunachal Pradesh and Assam)

 10 NIGHT / 11 DAYS
Package Cost for 6 Adults (3 Double Rooms) Classic: INR 2,10,000/-
Reach Guwahati – 1N Tejpur – 1 Derang –3N Tawang – 1N Bomdilla – 2N Shillong – 1N Cherrapunjee – 1N Guwahati
01 May/ Day 01: Guwahati Airport / Rly station – Tezpur(200 Kms / 5 hrs.)
Meet and greet on arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station and transfer to Tezpur. On arrival check in to the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Tezpur.
02 May/ Day 02: Tezpur – Dirang (190 kms / 5 hrs.)
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. Afternoon visit Apple orchard & Kiwi Farm (depending upon season), Dirang Monastery and Kalachakra Monastery. Dirang is also famous for hot water springs where people take bath to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang
Note: Every Indian tourist visiting Arunachal Pradesh has to obtain ILP (Inner Line Permit) at Bhalukpong border before entering the state against submission of photo identity card and two copies of passport size photographs.
03 May/ Day 03: Dirang – Tawang (200 kms / 6 hrs.)
After early breakfast proceed to 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 KamengTawang, 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 shot.  Arrive & check in to the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Tawang.
04 May/ Day 04: Tawang Local Sightseeing
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.
Later visit Urgeling Gompa, 6th Dalai Lama’s birth place who is the only Indian to have risen to such a high position in Gelupka Sect of Buddhism so far. Inside the monastery there are several Stupas (Vihar) and people from all walks of life visit this place during Buddhist new year to get the blessing for the coming year. Then proceed to the War Memorial which is dedicated to the martyrs of the 1962 Sino-Indian war. The memorial is 40-foot-high and like a stupa in design. It is locally called ‘Namgyal Chortan’. The  names of 2420 martyrs imprinted in gold on 32 black granite plagues.
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. Overnight stay at Tawang.
05 May/ Day 05: Tawang Local Sightseeing – High altitude lakes and Bumla Pass
Today morning after early breakfast, you will drive to visit high altitude lake called as Shonga-tser Lake, popularly known as Madhuri Lake located 35, kms away from Tawang near the China Border. The drive to Sangestser 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. You can drive further to Bumla Pass which is located about 37 km away from Tawang at the Indo-China border over 15,200 ft above sea level. During return take a photo stop at the beautiful PTSO lake enroute (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. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
06 May / Day 06: Tawang – Bomdila (240 kms / 7 hrs.)
After breakfast transfer to Bomdila (8,200 ft.) – the headquarter 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.
07 May/ Day 07: Bomdila – Guwahati (307 kms / 7 hrs.)
After Breakfast transfer to Guwahati. On arrival check in at your hotel. Evening free for individual activities. Overnight stay at Guwahati.
08 May/ Day 08: Guwahati – Cherrapunjee (150 kms / 5 hrs. one way)
Today morning after breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee. On the way visit to Shillong Peak & Elephant Falls. Visit Dwan Syiem view point, Noh kalikai falls, Mawsmai caves, Seven Sister falls, Eco park etc. Later check in hotel. Overnight in Cherrapunjee.
09 May/ DAY 09: Cherrapunjee – Dawki – Mawlynnong – Shillong (85 KMs / 3 hrs-One way)
After breakfast drive to Mawllynnong Village. Mawlynnong/Mawlynnong Village located in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, also referred as ‘God’s own garden’ has won the acclaim of being the cleanest village in Asia in 2003. The village known for its cleanliness is located around 90 kms from Shillong and is a community based eco-tourism initiative. The community has made collective effort to maintain the ambience of a clean village. The village offers picturesque natural beauty, a trek to the Single Decker living root bridge at a neighbouring village Riwai. The village also offers a sight of natural balancing rock, a strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another rock. Visit Dawki, the Bangladesh Border (Tamabil Border from Bangladesh side). Main attraction is the Umgot river with crystal clear water . You can enjoy along boat ride there. Check in Hotel. Overnight at Shillong.
10 May/ Day 10: Shillong Sightseeing – Guwahati (100 kms / 3 hrs.)
After breakfast visit Don Bosco Museum & Ward’s Lake. After that drive to Guwahati. Arrive and check in at hotel. In evening we suggest an optional tour of Golden sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra (Direct Payment by own). Overnight stay at Guwahati.
11 May/ Day 11: Leave Guwahati
After breakfast out to visit Kamakhya Temple. Afternoon check out from hotel and  transfer to Guwahati airport for onward journey. TOUR ENDS HERE.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTION FOR INNER LINE PERMIT
Inner Line Permit is required for entry to Arunachal Pradesh. Please send us 2 passport size photographs in original along with Xerox copy of Photo identity proof & Address proof of every person including child. We require at least 10 working days for processing the documents (ILP office remains closed on Saturday & Sunday).
NOTE :

  1. Arunachal Pradesh is very remote place, so all hotels in this region are standard to very very standard.
  2. Road conditions from Bhalukpong to Tawang are very bad
  3. To visit Arunachal Pradesh & Nagaland, Indian national requires Inner Line   Permits. Permits are issued in Guwahati which takes 2-3 working days.
  4. Documents required: 4 passport size photographs, 1 Photo identity,1   Address proof.
Package Rates are per person in INR and details as below

Rates Per Person Classic
Per Adult on Twin Double Sharing (Valid for Min. 6 Person) 35,000*6 Adults= 2,10,000/-
Taxi for 6 Pax Innova Crysta
Food Included Breakfast
Hotel in Tezpur (1 May) KRC Palace /Deluxe Room
Hotel In Derang (2 May) Hotel Pemaling/ Deluxe Room
Hotel in Tawang (3, 4 & 5 May) Dolma Guest House/ Suite Room
 Hotel in Bomdila (6 May) Hotel Kitmo /  S Deluxe Room
Hotels in Guwahati (7 May) Hotel  D’ Courtyard/ Deluxe Room
Hotel in Cherrapunjee (8 May) Laitkynsew Cherrapunjee /2 Semi Exe. & 1 Exe Room
Hotel in Shillong (09 & 10 May) The Relyn Suite/ Deluxe Executive Room
Hotel Category 2* Deluxe Hotel with basic modern amenities.
Inclusions

  • Accommodation in above mentioned or similar hotels
  • Meals as per above Table
  • Private Transfers and Sightseeing as per the itinerary by AC Vehicle
  • Taxi cost includes Toll, Entry & Parking
Excludes

  • Approx. Airfare@15,000/- Per Person.
  • Any meals other than specified in above table
  • Any sightseeing other than specified above
  • Entrance fees for any sightseeing and Guide charges
  • Jungle Safari and Elephant Safari at Kaziranga
  • Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary entry fees.
  • Entry fee of any pass like
  • Any items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.
  • 5% GST on total land cost
Please Note :-

  • Vehicle is not at disposal. Kindly note that the drive is not a guide
  • If the above hotels are not available similar category hotels will be used
  • Itinerary and price is subject to change. Additional charges will be applicable for extra sightseeing
  • The quotation is based on Standard room. You can upgrade to a higher room category by paying an extra cost depending on availability
  • The hotel rooms are subject to availability. The above given prices are subject to change without prior notice
  • Hotel check in is 1400hrs. and checkout would be 1000hrs. Early check-in and late check-out subject to availability
  • Vehicle will be provided for transfers and sightseeing as per above table. Ask us for other vehicle options
  • Cost for 5* hotels will be quoted on request

 

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