Assam

Assam is one of the most beautiful states in the Northeastern part of India. Also known as “Gateway of the Northeast”, as it is the main connection to reach the other states in the Northeastern part of the country. The state also shares an international border with Bhutan and Bangladesh. The State of Assam is blessed with natural beauty, be it the emerald tea gardens, teeming wildlife, the limitless stretch of the mighty Brahmaputra, the majestic one-horned rhino or the warm beautiful people of the land, Assam is all this and much more.

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A significant geographical aspect of Assam is that it contains three of six physiographic divisions of India – The Northern Himalayas (Eastern Hills), The Northern Plains (Brahmaputra plain) and Deccan Plateau (Karbi Anglong). As the Brahmaputra flows in Assam the climate here is cold and there is rainfall most of the month. Geomorphic studies conclude that the Brahmaputra, the life-line of Assam, is an antecedent river older than the Himalayas, which has entrenched itself since they started rising. The river with steep gorges and rapids in Arunachal Pradesh entering Assam, becomes a braided river (at times 10 mi/16 km wide) and with tributaries, creates a flood plain (Brahmaputra Valley: 50–60 mi/80–100 km wide, 600 mi/1000 km long).The hills of Karbi Anglong, North Cachar and those in and close to Guwahati (also Khasi-Garo Hills) now eroded and dissected are originally parts of the South Indian Plateau system. In the south, the Barak originating in the Barail Range (Assam-Nagaland border) flows through the Cachar district with a 25–30 miles (40–50 km) wide valley and enters Bangladesh with the name Surma River.

With the tropical monsoon climate, Assam is temperate (summer max. at 95–100 °F or 35–38 °C and winter min. at 43–46 °F or 6–8 °C) and experiences heavy rainfall and high humidity.The climate is characterised by heavy monsoon downpours reducing summer temperatures and affecting foggy nights and mornings in winters, frequent during the afternoons. Spring (March–April) and autumn (September–October) are usually pleasant with moderate rainfall and temperature. Assam's agriculture usually depends on the south-west monsoon rains.

Assam is one of the richest biodiversity zones in the world and consists of tropical rainforests,deciduous forests, riverine grasslands,[64] bamboo orchards and numerous wetland ecosystems; Many are now protected as national parks and reserved forests.

Assam has wildlife sanctuaries, the most prominent of which are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites the Kaziranga National Park, on the bank of the Brahmaputra River, and the Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, near the border with Bhutan. The Kaziranga is a refuge for the fast-disappearing Indian one-horned rhinoceros. The state is the last refuge for numerous other endangered and threatened species including the white-winged wood duck or deohanh, Bengal florican, black-breasted parrotbill, red-headed vulture, white-rumped vulture, greater adjutant, Jerdon's babbler, rufous-necked hornbill, Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, pygmy hog, gaur, wild water buffalo, Indian hog deer, hoolock gibbon, golden langur, capped langur, barasingha, Ganges river dolphin, Barca snakehead, Ganges shark, Burmese python, brahminy river turtle, black pond turtle, Asian forest tortoise, and Assam roofed turtle. Threatened species that are extinct in Assam include the gharial, a critically endangered fish-eating crocodilian, and the pink-headed duck (which may be extinct worldwide). For the state bird, the white-winged wood duck, Assam is a globally important area. In addition to the above, there are three other National Parks in Assam namely Dibru Saikhowa National Park, Nameri National Park and the Orang National Park.

Assam is remarkably rich in Orchid species and the Foxtail orchid is the state flower of Assam.The recently established Kaziranga National Orchid and Biodiversity Park boasts more than 500 of the estimated 1,314 orchid species found in India.

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1. Guwahati-Balipara-Kaziranga National Park-Jorhat-Majuli Island-Sibsagar-Dibrugarh

Best time to visit: November Till April

Note: Tea Gardens operation will remain close during winter season (Dec, Jan & Feb)

Stays: Tea Bungalows

Day 1 Delhi / Kolkata – Guwahati (Fly)

Arrive Guwahati and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon/Evening visit to the Kamakhya Temple, on Nilachal hill, 08 kms west of Guwahati city, is one of the most venerated shaktipeeths in India. The temple is dedicated to goddess Kamakhya an incarnation of Sati. It is on Nilachal hill, says the Shiva Purana that the yoni or creative organ of Sati fell when Vishnu, in a bid to save the world from the Shiva’s tandava nrittya or dance of destruction, cut her dead body into 51 pieces with his suddarshan chakra. The garbhagriha deep inside the temple, marks the sacred spot and is kept covered with red silken cloth. O/n hotel.
Day 2 Guwahati – Balipara (About 220 Kms/4-5 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to Balipara (about 30 kms from Tezpur city). Arrive Balipara and transfer to Tea Bungalow. After lunch visit nearby village and tea gardens. Evening free. O/n Tea Bungalow.
Day 3 Balipara

Full day visit of Tea Factory + Tea Gardens + Tea testing classes. Evening free. O/n Tea Bungalow.
Day 4 Balipara-Kaziranga National Park (About 130 Kms / 3-4 Hrs.)

After breakfast drive to Kaziranga and check in at your hotel – a World Heritage Site Arrive Kaziranga and transfer to your hotel. After lunch you’re first Jeep Safari in Kaziranga National park. Evening free. O/n Hotel.

Kaziranga National Park is spread over 850 sq kms across Golaghat, Nagaon and Sonitpur districts. Kaziranga National Park is also designated World Natural Heritage sites by UNESCO in 1985. Originally established as a reserve forest in 1908, Kaziranga was declared a sanctuary in 1916 to counter excessive poaching, especially of its most prized inhabitant, the rhinoceros.

Note: : KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK IS CLOSED FROM 01ST MAY TILL 31ST OCT EVERY YEAR.
Day 5 Kaziranga National Park

Early morning enjoy Elephant safari to visit central range of the park. Return back to your hotel for breakfast. After breakfast Jeep safari. Afternoon after lunch enjoys your last Jeep safari into the park. O/n Hotel.

JEEP SAFARI TIMINGS:

Morning Safari starts from 07.00 am till 09.30 am for 02 hours

Afternoon Safari starts from 01.30 pm till 03.30 pm for 02 hours.

ELEPHANT SAFARI TIMINGS::

Central Zone of the park at 05.30 am and at 06.30 am for 40 minutes respectively.
Day 6 Kaziranga National Park-Jorhat (About 110 Kms/2-3 Hrs.)

After breakfast drive to Jorhat and check in at your Tea Bungalow. Afternoon visit Tea Garden with a visit to Tea Factory (Monday closed). Afternoon/Evening enjoy Golf (if guests are interested) in Kaziranga Golf Resort (18 hole world class golf course). Overnight in Bungalow.
Day 7 Jorhat – Majuli (01 Hrs By Ferry Each Way Between Nimatighat And Majuli)-Jorhat

After breakfast dive to Nimatighat (20 kms/30-45 mins) and then board on local ferry (country boat fitted with motor). Cruise for approx. 1 ½ hrs to reach Majuli.

Majuli is the largest fresh Water mid-river deltoid island in the world. It is situated in the upper reaches of the river Brahmaputra in Assam. This Island, with a population of 1.6 Lakhs, majority being tribal, is endowed with rich heritage and has been the abode of the neo-vaishnavite Cultural. The island is a bio-diversity hotspot and has rich ecology with rare species of flora and fauna. Majuli for the past five centuries has been the cultural capital of Assam. The main depositories of cultural and spiritual heritage are the Sattras, which are just like Gurukul (hermitages) of yore. Here up to 400 celibates’ stay for life preserving spiritual and cultural heritage, renouncing worldly desires. From the time of the great Vaishnavite renaissance of 14th and 15th century AD, under Srimanta Sankardeva, Srimanta Madhab Deva and other saints this island became the seat of Vaishnavite religion, art and Cultural. The famous Satriya Nritya (Dance) and Ankiya Bhaona (Traditional Drama) created by Sankardeva are now internationally acclaimed and Nationally honored. Majuli is equally famous for Tribal Folk Cultural and Heritage. It is said to be the cradle of Missing and Deori Cultures.

Explore in and around Majuli and visit Satras, Missing tribal village & Mask making village. Later transfer back to ghat for your return ferry back to Nimatighat and then drive to Jorhat for overnight stay.
Day 8 Jorhat-Sibsagar-Dibrugarh (About 150 Kms/3-4 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to Dibrugarh via Sibsagar. Sibasagar was the capital of the Ahom rulers from 1228 to 1826 AD. Sibasagar got its present name from Sivasagar Tank, excavated by the Ahom queen Ambika. The tank was named after her husband, Shiva Singha. Sivasagar tank is also known as Borpukhuri, literally, big lake. Later visit Shiva Dol (tallest Shiva temple in the country-52 mts), Vishnu Dol and Devi Dol on the banks of Sivasagar. Also visit Rang Ghar-open air amphitheater. After lunch drive further to Dibrugarh. Arrive Dibrugarh and transfer to Tea Bungalow for overnight stay. Evening free to enjoy the bungalow. O/n Bungalow.
Day 9 Dibrugarh

After breakfast visit Tea factory & Tea garden. Afternoon visit another Tea factory (Monday closed) & Tea Planter’s club. Evening free. O/n Tea Bungalow.
Day 10 Dibrugarh – Delhi/Kolkata (By Fly)

After breakfast at appropriate time transfer to Mohanbari airport (Dibrugarh) for flight to onward destination. END OF OUR SERVICES.

2. Dibrugarh-Sibsagar-Mon-Jorhat-Majuli-Ziro-Itanagar-Tezpur-Shillong-Guwahati–Sualkuchi–Guwahati

Day 1 Dibrugarh-Sibsagar (Approx. 90 Kms/2-3 Hrs.)

On arrival in Dibrugarh straight drive to Sibsagar. Sivasagar was the capital of the Ahom rulers from 1228 to 1826 AD. Sivasagar got its present name from Sivasagar Tank, excavated by the Ahom queen Ambika. The tank was named after her husband, Shiva Singha. Sivasagar tank is also known as Borpukhuri, literally, big lake. Shiva Dol, Vishnu Dol and Devi Dol are the three temples on the banks of Sivasagar.

Arrive Sivasagar and check in at your hotel. Later visit Rang Ghar–the royal observatory and Shiva/Vishnu Temples & Sivasagar Tank etc. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Mon

Morning after breakfast drive to Mon.
Day 3 Mon

After breakfast visit Longwa Village bordering India and Burma. Situated about 40 km from the district headquarters of Mon. Longwa is one of the biggest villages in the district. Some portion of this village lies in India and some in Myanmar. However, it is controlled by a chief known as Angh. Half of the house of the chief falls in India and the other half in Myanmar. The lucky villagers have two citizenships, one from India and the other one from Burma. It is the place where coal mine was discovered in 1907. A visit to the village will acquaint you with the culture of the tribe. They are skilled in making exquisite handicrafts.Afternoon visit Naga weavers in and around Mon town.
Day 4 Jorhat (Approx. 190 Kms/7-8 Hrs.)

After breakfast drive back to Assam, Jorhat via Nazira. Enroute visit Charaideo – Royal Cemetary of Ahom Dynasty. On arrival in Jorhat transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5 Majuli (Approx. 20 Kms/45 Mins To Nimatighat + 1 ½ Hrs. Ferry Crossing)

After breakfast drive to Nimati Ghat (near Jorhat) to board on public ferry (country boat fitted with motor). Cruise for approx. 1 ½ hrs to reach Majuli.

Majuli is the largest fresh Water mid-river deltoid island in the world. It is situated in the upper reaches of the river Brahmaputra in Assam. This Island, with a population of 1.6 Lakhs, majority being tribal, is endowed with rich heritage and has been the abode of the neo-vaishnavite culture. The island is a bio-diversity hotspot and has rich ecology with rare species of flora and fauna.

Majuli for the past five centuries has been the cultural capital of Assam. The main depositories of cultural and spiritual heritage are the Sattras, which are just like Gurukul (hermitages) of yore. Here up to 400 celibates' stay for life preserving spiritual and cultural heritage, renouncing worldly desires. From the time of the great Vaishnavite renaissance of 14th and 15th century AD, under Srimanta Sankardeva, Srimanta Madhab Deva and other saints this island became the seat of Vaishnavite religion, art and culture. The famous Satriya Nritya (Dance) and Ankiya Bhaona (Traditional Drama) created by Sankardeva are now internationally acclaimed and nationally honored. Majuli is equally famous for Tribal Folk Culture and Heritage. It is said to be the cradle of Missing and Deori cultures. Explore in and around Majuli.

On arrival visit Satras, Missing tribal village, Mask making village & Pottery village. All Meals and Overnight at Majuli.
Day 6 Majuli

Full day visit Mishing villages and interact with the lady weavers and visit a Woman Welfare Society to know more about textiles in Majuli Island. Evening free to relax. Overnight in Bamboo Huts.
Day 7 Ziro (Approx. 30 Mins Ferry Crossing + 200 Kms/5-6 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to northern part of Majuli Island to catch ferry to cross the subsidiary of Brahmaputra river, Buridihing. After crossing the river continue drive to Ziro via Pohumara junction. On arrival transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8 Ziro

Full day visit of Ziro Valley and visit Bula/Hari/Hija & Hapoli villages. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 9 Itanagar-Tezpur (Approx. 260 Kms/6-7 Hrs.)

Morning after early breakfast drive to Tezpur via Itanagar – Capital city of Arunachal Pradesh. After visiting an local old market and lunch, we will continue our drive to Tezpur – City of Blood, in Assam.
Day 10 Shillong (Approx. 230 Kms/5-6 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to Shillong enroute visit Umden village & explore it’s unique history and culture of the Bhoi people (a sub group amongst the Khasi’s). Nestled in a serene and beautiful valley, and located just about 55 kms from Guwahati City, this small hamlet is an ideal getaway. The quaint little village of Umden is famous for Eri silk production and weaving of traditional handlooms like ryndia, stoles in exquisite patterns etc. The village takes pride in continuing the age old tradition of producing silk following the unique method of not killing the silk worm during the process of extracting silk from the cocoons. We call this the ‘ahimsa’ tradition of sericulture. Here one can witness all the steps in the sericulture value chain- starting from rearing of silk worms to spinning and reeling of silk to yarn production and dying and finally to weaving. You can even try your hand at weaving with a one-day course on weaving being offered for the tourists

Later proceed to Shillong for overnight.
Day 11 Guwahati (Approx. 110 Kms/3-4 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to Guwahati, enroute stopover at Umium Lake to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.

On arrival in Guwahati check in at your hotel and go for Textile Stall exploration in the biggest market place of Assam Fancy Bazar OR visit Kamakhya Temple, on Nilachal hill, 08 kms west of Guwahati city, is one of the most venerated shaktipeeths in India. The temple is dedicated to goddess Kamakhya an incarnation of Sati. It is on Nilachal hill, says the Shiva Purana, that the yoni or creative organ of Sati fell when Vishnu, in a bid to save the world from the Shiva’s tandava nrittya or dance of destruction, cut her dead body into 51 pieces with his suddarshan chakra. The garbhagriha deep inside the temple, marks the sacred spot and is kept covered with red silken cloth. Later back to hotel for overnight.
Day 12 Guwahati – Sualkuchi – Guwahati (Approx. 35 Kms/1 Hrs. One Way)

Morning after breakfast go for a full day exploration of Sualkuchi, situated on the banks of the river Brahmaputra, 35 kms north of Guwahati city, is a weaving village produces some of the best quality of silk in the state. There are about 17000 silk looms in Sualkuchi producing different range of silk products. Sualkuchi is also said to be largest village in the world producing/weaving silk.

Frequently known as ‘Manchester of the East’ due to large number of looms and increasing output from them.

Almost every house has an adjacent shed (karkhana) that houses the traditional bamboo looms, the gentle click-clacking of which can be heard from the streets.

Muga silk and Pat Silk along with Eri and Endi cloth from this region is famous for its quality. Mekhela chadors and Gamosas made from this indigenous materials is in demand throughout Assam as well as other parts of India. Explore the Village of Sualkuchi & explore local/Govt silk units. Later drive back to Guwahati for for Lunch and after lunch visit State Textile Institute and transfer to hotel for overnight.
Day 13 Fly Back

Morning after breakfast transfer to airport for your onward destination flight. END OF OUR SERVICES.

3. Guwahati–Shillong-Cherrapunjee-Shillong-Mawlynnong-Dawki-Shillong-Kaziranga-Dirang-Tawang-Bomdila-Guwahati

Day 1 Guwahati – Shillong (Appx. 115 Kms/ 3 Hour Drive)

Arrive Guwahati at morning and drive to Shillong en-route we make a stop at the majestic Umiam Lake or locally known as Barapani, surrounded by sylvan hills and wrapped in the beauty of an assortment of green Khasi-pines and the azure blue skies.

Indulge yourself in a speed boat ride available for tourist and run by the Meghalaya Tourism department. (On direct payment basis).

Arrive Shillong and start the local sightseeing. The places of interest includes city’s own Ward’s Lake is popular for short garden walks & boating. Later visit St. Catholic Cathedral & the Don Bosco ethnological museum where one can have an idea about ethnological diversity of north-eastern states of India.

On time, check-in at hotel. At evening on your own you can take a stroll in the Shillong happening place “Police Bazaar”. Overnight at Shillong hotel.
Day 2 Shillong – Cherrapunjee - Shillong (Appx. 60 Kms/1 ½ Hour Drive)

After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee en-route visit to Elephant Falls & Mawkdok View Point.

OPTIONAL: You can also opt for Zip lining at Madwok Bridge (on direct payment basis)

In Sohra, we will visit the Arwah Caves, NohKaLikai Falls, Mawsmai Caves, Thangarang Park, Seven Sisters’ waterfalls (one of the longest in India), Dainthelen falls, Wei Swadong falls, (There may be less volume of water in the waterfalls from Oct to Mar due to scanty rainfall). Back to Shillong for overnight stay.
Day 3 Shillong - Mawlynnong - Dawki - Shillong (About 90 Kms /3-4 Hrs.):

After breakfast a day excursion to Mawlynnong-cleanest village in Asia, en-route visit balancing rock. Arrive Mawlynnong and visit Single decker living Root Bridge inside the jungle, later visit and enjoy the locally made watch tower, made up of bamboos. This watch tower gives you 360 degree view of the surrounding area. Later visit Dawki enjoy water activities at “Umgot river” and back to Shillong for overnight stay.
Day 4 Shillong - Kaziranga National Park (About 290 Kms/6 Hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive to Kaziranga National Park. Kaziranga National Park is spread over 850 sq kms across Golaghat, Nagaon and Sonitpur districts. Kaziranga National Park is also designated World Natural Heritage sites by UNESCO in 1985. Originally established as a reserve forest in 1908, Kaziranga was declared a sanctuary in 1916 to counter excessive poaching, especially of its most prized inhabitant, the rhinoceros. On time we will visit the nearby local village, tea plantation area and also the Kaziranga National Orchid and Biodiversity Park (During season time opens till 8.00 PM for tourist). Overnight at Kaziranga hotel.
Day 5 Kaziranga

Early morning take the 5.30 AM OR 6.30 AM Elephant safari at the Bagori Range (for Indians) of Kaziranga National Park.

ELEPHANT SAFARI TIMINGS:

Bagori Zone of the park at 05.30 AM and OR 06.30 AM for 40 minutes respectively.

(Subject to Govt. allotted slot token issued on the previous night)

Return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast jeep safari to visit central range of the park. Afternnon after lunch your last Jeep Safari inside the park.

JEEP SAFARI TIMINGS:

Afternoon Safari starts from 01.30 PM till 03:30 PM for 02 hours. (The timings may differ by half an hour due day light saving) Overnight at Kaziranga.
Day 6 Kaziranga - Dirang (About 250 Kms/ 06 Hrs)

After breakfast drive to Dirang en-route visit Asia’s second largest Orchidarium at Tipi where one can have a quick look over 7500 orchids from a collection of about 300 species and Dirang Monastery. On arrival in Dirang, check in at your hotel for overnight.
Day 7 Dirang-Tawang(About 125 Kms/ 06 Hrs)

After breakfast drive to Tawang, en-route stop over at Sella Pass (13,700 ft) to enjoy the area, Jaswant Garh war memorial, Nuranang Falls or Jung Falls. Arrive Tawang and transfer to your hotel. If time permits visit the local market area. Overnight in Tawang.
Day 8 Tawang

After breakfast visit of 400 years (17th century) old Tawang Monastery which is the second largest monastery in the world after Potala Palace in Tibet. The building is about 113 feet longand 80 feet wide and houses valuable antiquities, books and manuscripts-handwritten and printed. Later visit Tawang War Memorial, a 40 foot high multi-hued memorial, has a structure constructed in stupa design. Dedicated to the martyrs of Sino-Indo War held in 1962, this memorial is nestled among beautiful peaks, which overlooks the Tawang-Chu valley. Rest of the day free to stroll round the streets of the town. Overnight in Tawang.
Day 9 Tawang

After breakfast a day excursion to Bumla pass (China Border), en-route visit Madhuri Lake. Later visit old Tawang Monastery and drive back to hotel for overnight stay at Tawang
Day 10 Tawang - Bomdila (About 185 Kms/ 06-07 Hrs)

After an early breakfast drive to Bomdila. Arrive Bomdila and transfer to your hotel. Evening visit Bomdila Old and New Monastery. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 11 Bomdila - Guwahati (About 330 / 5-6hrs.)

Morning after breakfast drive back to Guwahati and transfer to your hotel. Evening free for your own. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 12 Guwahati Airport Drop

After breakfast at appropriate time transfer to Guwahati airport to catch your flight to onward journey.

4. Guwahati-Shillong-Cherrapunjee–Mawlynnong–Dawki-Laitlum-Jowai-Mawsynram-Shillong-Guwahati

Day 1 Arrive Guwahati

Arrive Guwahati airport by flight. Meet upon arrival and drive to hotel for check-in. Later visit Kamakhya temple - Situated atop the Nilachal Hills, the foremost shrine of Assam, Kamakhya is an ancient seat of Tantrik and Shakti cults of Hinduism - The temple offers grandstand views of the river Brahmaputra and its surroundings - The reigning deity here is Goddess Parvati (Sati).

Temple Timings: Daily from 08:00 hrs to 13:00 hrs and then from 14:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs.

Late afternoon we will suggest Golden Sunset Cruise on the Brahmaputra River (starts at 4.30 PM. Timings may change due to season) Return to hotel. Overnight at Guwahati hotel.
Day 2 Guwahati – Shillong (Appx. 115 Kms/ 3 Hour Drive)

After breakfast drive to Shillong and start the local sightseeing. The places of interest includes city’s own Ward’s Lake is popular for short garden walks & boating. The Botanical Garden offers plethora of indigenous and exotic plants & rare collection of orchids. Lady Hydari Park is a Japanese style landscaped park endowed with stretches of roses & exquisite flowers. Later visit St. Catholic Cathedral & the Don Bosco ethnological museum where one can have an idea about ethnological diversity of north-eastern states of India.

On time, check-in at hotel. At evening on your own you can take a stroll in the Shillong happening place “Police Bazaar”. Overnight at Shillong hotel.
Day 3 Shillong - Cherrapunjee (Appx. 60 Kms/1 ½ Hour Drive)

After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee en-route visit to Elephant Falls & Madwok View Point.

OPTIONAL: You can also opt for Zip lining at Madwok Bridge (on direct payment basis)

In Sohra, we will visit the Arwah Caves, NohKaLikai Falls, Mawsmai Caves, Seven Sisters’ waterfalls (one of the longest in India),Dainthelen falls, Wei Swadong falls, (There may be less volume of water in the waterfalls from Oct to Mar due to scanty rainfall) On time, check-in at hotel. Overnight at Cherrapunjee hotel
Day 4 : Cherrapunjee – Mawlynnong – Dawki – Shillong (Appro 90 Km- 3 Hour Drive)

After breakfast we will drive first to Mawlynnong. Mawlynnong - cleanest village in Asia. Arrive Mawlynnong and having a walking tour of the village. Visit the Single Decker living Root Bridge inside the jungle, visit and enjoy the locally made watch tower made up of bamboos. This watch tower gives you 360 degree view of the surrounding area.

Dawki which is the International border between India and Bangladesh. We will visit the crystal clear Umgnot River where you can try the boat ride (on direct payment basis). Visit Indo- Bangladesh Friendship border (Tamabil).
Day 5 Shillong - Laitlum- Jowai - Shillong (About 160 Kms / 02-03 Hrs):

After breakfast drive to the Grand Canyons of Laitlum, a delightful place which will mesmerize you. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the lush green hills and a sprawling meadow, its steep winding stairways that bend their way deep downhill leading to a small village. Laitlum is not crowded like other tourist destinations. It is a beautiful and unique valley with a pleasant hilly weather. Later drive to Jowai 64 kms from Shillong is the administrative headquarters of Jaintia Hills as well as the commercial centre visit Nartiang Monoliths biggest collection of monoliths or Megalithic stones in one single area is to be found north of the Nartiang market, Durga Temple at Nartiang, Phe Phe falls, Krang Suriwaterfalls. Krang Suri falls is amongst one of the most scenic waterfalls of Meghalaya. The falls is blessed with shimmering blue waters and lush green picturesque surrounding. Later back to your hotel . O/N.

Drive ahead to Shillong and check-in at hotel. Overnight at Shillong hotel.
Day 6 Shillong - Mawsynram - Shillong (About 65 Kms 02-03 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast a day excursion to Mawsynram en-route visit One of the most remarkable features of the Khasi Hills are the sacred forests, which have been preserved by traditional religious sanction, since the ancient days. One of the most famous sacred forests is the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, about 25 kilometres from Shillong. The sacred grove has an amazing life form of plants, flowering trees, orchids and butterflies. An ideal destination for nature lovers In Mawsynram, there is a cave called the Mawjymbuin Cave which is one of the well known caves in Meghalaya. This cave, due to years of weathering and due to dripping of mineralized solutions and deposition of calcium carbonate, it has thus given rise to some magnificent stalagmites. These stalagmites are not only important and of great interest for geological research but also because of their exquisiteness. The stalagmite of the Mawjymbuin Cave is shaped into a massive Shivalinga. The cave also has a dome shaped rock with a flat top called the Symper Rock. O/N at Shillong.
Day 7 Shillong - Guwahati (115 Kms/ 2 ½ Hrs Drive)

After breakfast drive to Guwahati en-route we make a stop at the majestic Umiam Lake or locally known as Barapani, surrounded by sylvan hills and wrapped in the beauty of an assortment of green Khasi-pines and the azure blue skies.

Indulge yourself in a speed boat ride available for tourist and run by the Meghalaya Tourism department. (On direct payment basis). Arrive Guwahati and visit Kalakshetra- an institution of Assamese Life & Cultures. Overnight stay at Guwahati.
Day 8 In Guwahati – Excursion To Manchester Of East (Approx 35 Kms Each Way)

After breakfast we will head towards Sualkuchi known as the “Manchester of East”. It is around 35 Kms east of the city. Here weaving is not just a way of life and a labour of love. The majority of the families have hand operated looms, which they call “taatxaal”. No wonder, the artistic finery of the skilled weavers had compelled Gandhi ji to say, “Assamese women weaves fairy tales in their clothes.”

The Vastra Udyaan near the entrance of Sualkuchi houses a museum which showcases the life at Sualkuchi. The process of weaving can be observed in most homes. You may also visit the Hati Satra. It is a famous 400 years old satra. Also you may visit the Siddheswari Devalaya which is a Shiva temple on the top of a hillock.

There are few outlets one of them is Silkalay on the Sualkuchi Shankar mandir road if you are interested in picking some beautiful mekhela chadars (dress materials). Price ranges from INR 5000 to INR 500000. Say Cheese :)

Later, if time permits we will have a drive past around the Deepor Beel Bird Sanctuary covering an area of 414 ha within the larger spread of the beel to shelter several species of birds has been created by the Department of Forests, Assam, and shooting and bird-trapping are prohibited by law. Over 120 species of birds have been listed in the sanctuary, including kingfishers, fishing eagles, adjutant storks and abundant varieties of ducks. A watch tower has been erected on the bank of the beel for bird watching and security purpose. It is also one of the Ramsar Site for undertaking conservation measures on the basis of its biological and environmental importance. Overnight stay at your hotel
Day 9 Guwahati Airport Departure (35 Kms/ 1 Hr Drive)

After breakfast drive straight to Guwahati airport to take the onward flight for your way back home.

To ensure you reach LGBI Guwahati airport comfortably on time for your flight we advise to start early. The city traffic is extremely chaotic and traffic jams a part of it.

Hotels and Lodges

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