(Manas – 2N Bhalukpong 1N – Dirang 2N – Tawang 3N – Bomdila 1N –
Shillong 2N – Dawki 1N-Cherrapunji 2N Guwahati 1N)
SPLENDOUR NORTH-EAST (Manas – 2N Bhalukpong 1N - Dirang 2N - Tawang 3N - Bomdila 1N – Shillong 2N – Dawki 1N-Cherrapunji 2N Guwahati 1N)
🌄✨ 15N/16D Splendour of North-East India
(Manas – Bhalukpong – Dirang – Tawang – Bomdila – Shillong – Dawki – Cherrapunji – Guwahati)
Get ready to uncover the hidden treasures of North-East India with this 16-day grand expedition that takes you from the heart of Assam’s wilderness to the magical highlands of Arunachal Pradesh and the misty valleys of Meghalaya!
Start your journey with a wildlife safari in Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with rare flora and fauna. Then move on to Bhalukpong, the gateway to Arunachal, before ascending through the lush Himalayan terrains to Dirang and the spiritual haven of Tawang. Witness ancient monasteries, snow-capped peaks, and high-altitude lakes like the stunning Sela Pass and Madhuri Lake.
Descend through Bomdila and cross over to Meghalaya, where the charm of Shillong, the surreal beauty of Dawki’s crystal-clear waters, and the living root bridges of Cherrapunji await. End your adventure in Guwahati with a spiritual visit to the sacred Kamakhya Temple and a cultural exploration of the city.
🌟 From wildlife safaris to mountain monasteries, from emerald rivers to living root bridges – this journey is North-East India at its most breathtaking!
(Manas – 2N Bhalukpong 1N - Dirang 2N - Tawang 3N - Bomdila 1N – Shillong 2N – Dawki 1N-Cherrapunji 2N Guwahati 1N)
On arrival at Guwahati Airport/Railway Station then drive to Manas National Park (Approx. 4-5 hours).Check into your resort.
Overnight stay at Manas.
Manas National Park, Full day exploring Manas National Park.
Enjoy Full day jeep safaris with Gun Man including Visit Royal Manas National Park which is Located in Bhutan.Spot wildlife such as tigers, elephants, rhinos, and various bird species.
Overnight stay at Manas.
(Original Voter Card or Passport Is mandatory required for Entry Royal Manas National Park)

Early morning explores Bagmari zone of Manas National Park on back of Elephant. Then proceed for Bhalukpong, Check in at your hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Bhalukpong.
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.

After breakfast drive to Dirang. On the way visit Tipi Orchidarium situated on the banks of the river Bharali, a place with 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 baths to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang.
After breakfast, set out to explore Dirang. Visit Dirang Monpa tribal villages, experience the locale flavour - head out on village walks and interact with local villagers to enhance your experience. Then proceed to Sangti Valley, situated along the shores of Sangti River, 25 km from Bomdila. The Sangti Valley is one of the seasonal homes of the majestic creature called the black-necked crane that flies across from China and perhaps Leh. Later visit the The National Research Centre on Yak is located above the main town. The centre also has a yak firm at Nyukmandung about 31 km from Dirang. You can also visit Apple orchard & Kiwi Farm (depending upon season), Li-ung Gonpa and Kalachakra Monastery right into its laps. Dirang is also famous for hot water springs where people take baths to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang.

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.
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

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 stay at Tawang.
After breakfast transfer to Bomdila (8,200 ft.) - the head quarter 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.

After breakfast, transfer to shillong, to your onward destination.Overnight stay at Guwahati.
After Breakfast transfer to Shillong (4,900 ft.), called 'Scotland of the East". Enroute visit Umium Lake, a tranquil lake surrounded - by sylvan hills. You can enjoy boating and take a stroll on the beautiful lake. Check in at your hotel then visit Shilong Peak, Elephanta Falls, Don Bosco Museum Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Shillong.
After early breakfast starts full-day excursion to jowai, headquarters of the jaintia hills district is situated 66 km away from Shillong, along the shillong-silchar national highway. a picturesque town circled by the majestic myntdu river. jowai was the summer capital of the jaintia kings, of sutnga state. you will visit india's most magical waterfall - krang suri, Meghalaya. a moment of silence to acknowledge how beautiful this waterfall is! Later drive to tryshi waterfalls, a bridge connects the waterfall's surroundings with an expanse of green paddy fields. a breathtaking panoramic view of the pynthor nein is visible from the bridge. next you will stop at thadlaskein lake where you can enjoy boating. afternoon proceed to the nartiang menhir measure 27 feet in height above the ground, 6 feet in breadth and 2 feet 6 inches in thickness. the monoliths represent the megalithic culture of the
hynniewtrep people. a 500 years old temple of durga is another attraction at nartiang. Evening back to Dawki. Overnight stay at Dawki.

Post breakfast explore Mawlyynong, visit Living root bridge and Mawlynnong Village Asia's cleanest village. The residents literally farm on the edges of these mist shrouded cliffs that plunge sharply into the valley, later drive to Dawki, visit Umngot river & Boating popular for clean water, and local sightseeing at Dawki. Also visit the Bangladesh border.
Overnight stay at Cherrapunji.

Early morning head to Tyrna village, a ½ hr drive away from
Cherrapunji. From there it will take a relaxed 1.5 hr walk down to the Nongriat Village and then a 2hr walk up to reach double decker Root Bridge. The path to the double-decker root bridge is 3 Kilometers long and has around 3,500 stairs, and descends 2,400 feet. Another 1 hour of trek approx. 3 km from double decker bridge to visit beautiful and scenic Rainbow falls. Post activity trek back to Tyrna village.Overnight stay at Cherrapunji.

Post breakfast in the morning; hit the road to Cherrapunjee, the heaviest rainfall destination in the world Cherrapunjee possesses some exotic waterfalls and impressive limestone caves. At Cherrapunjee visit Nohkalikai falls, being the world’s fourth tallest waterfall, visit Eco Park, Prut falls, Seven Sister falls , Kynrem waterfalls and Mawsmai cave, Arwah Cave , Garden of caves & Wei sawdong waterfalls. Mawkdok Valley Night stay at Shillong.
Post breakfast drive to Guwahati then visit Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Temple & Brahmaputra Ropeway ride then drop you at Guwahati Airport / Station for your onward journey