North East – Treasure of Natures
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2N SHILLONG – 2N KAZIRANGA – 1N DIRANG – 2N TAWANG – 1N BOMDILA – 1N GUHAWATI
Itinerary
Day 01: GUWAHATI – SHILLONG (100 KM. / 03 hrs approx)
Welcome to Guwahati. Meet and be assisted by our representative at the airport/Railway Station & proceed to Shillong, also called ‘Scotland of the East” (100 kms 3 hrs).
While traveling we see the majestic Umiam Lake (Barapani) surrounded by sylvan hills and wrapped in the beauty of an assortment of green Khasi-pines and the azure blue skies.
On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Shillong.
Day 02: SHILLONG - CHERAPUNJEE - SHILLONG
Get up early today to enjoy the mesmerizing mornings of Shillong
After breakfast at 07:30 A.M drive to Cherrapunjee (60 kms 1½hrs), which is the wettest place in the world. It is a pleasant drive to see roaring waterfalls leaping into deep gorges, including the famed Nohsngithiang Falls. The beautiful waterfall-Nohkalikai is at Cherrapunjee.
You can also explore some of the caves in and around Cherrapunjee.
Evening return to Shillong.
En-route visit Elephanta falls and Shillong peak for some breathtaking views.
Overight stay in Shillong.
Day 03: SHILLONG - KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK (280 KM / 7 HRS)
After Breakfast check out from the hotel.
Half day local sightseeing which includes Wards lake, Lady Hydari park and Don Bosco Museum.
Transfer to Kaziranga National Park, the home of the “One Horned Rhinoceros” (280 kms 7 hrs).
Check in at your hotel/Lodge/resort.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
Early morning explore Western Zone of Kaziranga National Park on back of elephant. Apart from world’s endangered One-horned Rhinoceros, the Park sustains half the world’s population of genetically pure Wild Water Buffaloes, over 1000 Wild elephants and perhaps the densest population of Royal Bengal Tigers anywhere. Kaziranga is also a bird watcher’s paradise and home to some 500 species of birds. The Crested Serpent
Eagle, Palla’s Fishing Eagle, Greyheaded Fishing Eagle, Swamp Partridge, Bar-headed goose, whistling Teal, Bengal Florican, Storks, Herons and Pelicans are some of the species found here.
We will return to the resort for breakfast.
Afternoon we have arranged a jeep safari through the Central Zone of the National Park.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: KAZIRANGA – DIRANG (260 KM / 7 HRS)
Start early in the morning for Dirang.
On the way visit Tippi On the banks of the river Bharali at an elevation of 190 mtrs is Tipi, an orchidarium with over 7500 orchids. On display are some of the finest species with names like the Dainty Lady’s Slipper or the more formal sounding Dendrobium. Arunachal has the largest range of orchids in the country.
Continue your drive and do not forget to keep your cameras handy as you cross beautiful waterfalls and get some spectacular views.
Check in to your hotel.
After lunch visit the regional apple Nursery, kiwi farm, dzong (fort), hot water spring.
Overnight stay in Dirang.
Day 06: DIRANG – TAWANG (140 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast transfer to Tawang.
On the way visit war cemetery.
Continue with the drive till you reach Sela Pass at an altitude of 4114m / 13494 ft. It is famous for high altitude lakes & scenic beauty & is ideal for ice skating during winter.
Check in the hotel on arrival.
Overnight stay in Tawang
Day 07: TAWANG
After breakfast visit Tawang Monstery, Namgye Lhaste, PT Tso Lake, Gorsham Chorten, Gontse Garden, Singar Ani Gompa.
Evening return back to hotel.
Overnight stay in Tawang
Day 08: TAWANG – BOMDILA (190 KM / 7-8 HRS)
After Breakfast transfer to Bomdila.
Check in the hotel on arrival.
After lunch visit Gontse Rabgyaling Monastery (Upper Gonpa), Thub-Chog Gatsel Ling Monastery (Lower Gonpa), Bomdila View Point. Bomdila offers wonderfully panoramic view of Himalayan landscapes and snow clad ranges.
Overnight stay in Bomdila.
Day 09: BOMDILA – GUWAHATI (335 KM / 9-10 HRS)
After Breakfast transfer to Guwahati.
Check in to your hotel.
Evening you are free for leisure.
Overnight stay in Guwahati.
Day 10: GUWAHATI
After breakfast check out from hotel.
Visit Kamakhya Temple and with everlasting memories transfer to Guwahati airport/railway station for onward journey.