Arunachal Pradesh Tour Package 11 Nights & 12 Days
Day 01: Guwahati – Shillong (122 Kms /03 hrs drive)
Upon arrival at Guwahati Railway station / Airport, you
will be received by office executive and drive down to Shillong in an executive
vehicle. During the course of journey, visit Kamakhya Temple & Umium Lake.
We drive straight to Nilachal Hills (225 m ht) where the Kamakhya group of
temples is located. The inscription written on rock found to be 5th century AD
when these temples were constructed. After three hours of leisurely drive
brings you to this beautiful hill station. Enjoy overnight stay at Shillong.
Day 02: Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Shillong (55 Kms/02 hrs
drive)
After taking breakfast at the hotel depart for
Cherrapunjee by surface. En route you can visit Myllien – a village of
blacksmith that is located at an altitude of 1720 m and an approximate distance
of 16 Kms from Shillong. Keep your cameras at the ready to enjoy a photo stop
at Mawkdok valley (Altitude 1820m). Further we move to Sohrarim (old Sohra i.e.
Cherra or old Cherrapunjee – Altitude 1680 m) to take a glimpses of the
magnificent megaliths. Later we go to Ram Krishna Mission, established in 1913.
It has an interesting museum with Khasi, Garo and Jaintia artifacts. We by-
pass the main Cherra Bazaar and proceed to see the magnificent view of the
Nohkalikai falls – fourth highest falls in the world. After that we come back
to main Cherra to take a view of the Mawsmai limestone caves. In months of
April when the orchid blooms you can opt to visit the Thangalang Park, which
has a greenhouse. Return to your hotel in Shillong after this long day.
Overnight stay at Shillong.
Day 03: Shillong – Nameri National park (275 Kms / 06 hrs
drive)
After taking breakfast at the hotel, today we drive
towards Nameri that is located on the banks of River Jia Bhoroli and on the
Assam – Arunachal border. Nameri National Park was opened in November 1998. The
park is a home to white wing duck, Sambar, Barking Deer, Hog Deer and
Elephants. Though sighting of every animal is bit difficult ads the park has
over 350 species of even bird also. Tourists can enjoy the true wilderness and
rustic beauty of the Nameri jungle. The best spots inside the park are
accessible through boats. Enjoy overnight stay in a tented camp.
Day 04: Nameri – Dirang (180 Kms / 06 hrs drive)
After having early lunch and all we drive and cross the
border and enter into Arunachal Pradesh and commence an uphill drive to
Bomdila. We stop at Bomdila and visit the Gompa, local market, museum, emporium
etc. Later we move to Dirang. En route you can visit Tipi Orchid Park that is
situated on the banks of the Bharali River. Tipi is known for the widest
assortment of orchids found in India. It is quite interesting to know that more
than 500 species of orchids is found here. After a long leisure drive arrive
Dirang i.e. located amidst spectacular valley. Dirang is particularly famous
for apple orchids, sheep breeding farms and natural hot springs. Dirang is an
ideal place for adventure activities like trekking and hiking. Overnight stay
at Dirang.
Day 05: Dirang Full day Sightseeing
Get up early in the morning set out to explore Dirang.
First of all we move towards Sangti valley, situated along the shores of Sangti
River only 25 Kms away from Bomdila. Sangti valley is one of the seasonal homes
of the majestic creature called the black necked crane that files across from
China and perhaps Leh – right into its laps. Further we proceed to visit Sheep
Breeding Center, Yak Research Center, Horticulture Garden, Monastery, Dirang
Dzong, Dirang village and if we get enough time visit the Khaso village. After
we finish sightseeing come back to hotel and overnight stay at Dirang.
Day 06: Dirang – Tawang (180 /07 hrs drive)
Take breakfast and all and check out from the hotel on
time. Today we drive towards Tawang which is historically and naturally
endowed. Tawang is the showcase and premium highlights of the entire journey.
You can stop briefly at the Sela Pass at 14000 ft. Now onwards the road goes
downhill and there will be many photo shoots spots. En route you can visit
Jaswantgarh memorial – Jaswant Singh PVC of Indian Army who single handedly
repulsed a Chinese attack but fell bravely defending his position. You will get
an opportunity to visit Nuranang waterfalls. Reach Tawang and complete the
check-in formalities. Overnight stay at Dirang hotel.
Day 07: Tawang – Full Day Sightseeing
Get up early in the morning and take buffet of breakfast
at the hotel. Today our whole day is dedicated to city excursion including
visit to the famous Tawang Monastery. This is one of the oldest monastery in
India and even second largest monastery in Asia after Lhasa Monastery. Its
architecture is found to be near about 300 years old and locally it is called
Gompa. Tawang is situated at an altitude of 3500 meters above sea level; the
natural beauty of the place is very mesmerizing. The city is mostly inhabited
by people of Tibetian origin. There are many beautiful glacial lakes in and
around Twang with crystal blue waters such as Sela Lake, Sangetser Lake,
Banggachang Lake and many more to list. Later we go to visit the craft center
and traditional Monpa village. After we finish sightseeing come back to hotel
& enjoy overnight stay at Tawang.
Day 08: Tawang – Dirang (180 Kms /07 drives)
Get ready early in the morning after having breakfast and
all and drive down for the return journey to Dirang. En route catch the
glimpses of picturesque sights you might have missed out before. Arrive Dirang
and complete the check-in formalities at the hotel and enjoy rest of the day at
leisure.
Day 09: Dirang – Tezpur (195 Kms / 06 hrs drive)
After taking breakfast check out from the hotel on time
and drive to Tezpur in a comfortable executive vehicle. Arunachal Pradesh gives
you bid farewell at Bhalukpong and you enter into the fertile plains of Assam
once again. Tezpur is situated on the north bank of River Brahmaputra is a
beautiful and multifaceted city steeped in mythology and history. The city
surrounds in archeological sites, hills, lakes, gardens and ample of natural
bounty. Tonight your stay is arranged at tea garden bungalow. If time permits
you must visit the tea factory to see how tea is processed. Overnight stay at
Tezpur.
Day 10: Tezpur – Kaziranga (50 Kms/ 03 hrs drive)
Get up early in the morning and freshen up yourself and
get ready to take a long morning walk in the gardens and soak in the pure puff
of air and fresh fragrance of the tea garden and other flora available. After
rejuvenating your mind and body come back to your bungalow and have tea,
breakfast and all. Today we proceed to Kaziranga National Park by surface. En
route you get an opportunity to see immense bridge that spans over river Brahmaputra.
Kaziranga National Park is a highly reputed wildlife sanctuary in Assam.
Popularly called as the mini-Africa in the Indian sub continent, the park is
blessed with more than 70% of the world’s one-horned Rhino’s population. Reach
Kaziranga and complete the check-in formalities at the hotel. Enjoy overnight
stay in Kaziranga.
Start your day with the buffet of breakfast and soon
after we depart for elephant ride amidst the jungle of Kaziranga in search of
one-horned rhino’s. Elephant safari is the most feasible option to explore the
wilderness of the park. You get an opportunity to see herds of Indian
elephants, one-horned rhinos and many other wild creatures from a close
distance. After you finish safari come back to your lodge and take lunch. After
that we move towards eastern range to take open Jeep Safari. The eastern range
is ideal for watching water birds. After having refreshment you may go for the
western zone safari. In evening enjoy local cultural program at the lodge, have
dinner and overnight stay in Kaziranga.
Day 12: Kaziranga – Guwahati Departure
After breakfast check out from the resort on time and
drive towards Guwahati for your onward destination.
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