Popularly known as ‘Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains’, Arunachal Pradesh is India’s remotest state and the first Indian soil to greet the rising sun. Located on the eastern Himalayas in northeastern tip of India with its borders touching China, Bhutan and Burma (Myanmar), this beautiful land is endowed with dazzling array of flora and fauna that is sure to allure any tourist. More than 500 rare species of Orchids are found in the dense jungles of Arunachal Pradesh. The snow capped mountains, misty hills, sparkling rivers, gurgling waterfalls add charm to the beauty of this incredible land. Many beautiful Buddhist monasteries are located in places like Tawang, Bomdila, Rupa, Monastery, Urgelling, Rigyalling and Dirang, which are visited by followers and tourists alike all year round. There are 12 different tourist circuits in Arunachal, each distinctive in its own flavour. It's a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, adventurists, trekkers, cyclists, families, backpackers.. just about everyone.
Bomdila ranks as one of the most popular tourist destinations of Arunachal Pradesh, with its spectacular views of snow capped mountains, craft centres, ethnographic museum and emporium etc. Inhabited by tribes like Aka (Hrusso), Miji (Sajalong), Monpa, Sherdukpen, and Khawas, Bomdila is a photographer's delight with it's riot of colourful Buddhist flags, multicoloured handicrafts, colourful clothing and traditional cuisine, apart from the spectacular views of all the scenic beauty all around. Famous for apple orchards, handwoven carpets, traditional masks and wall hangings, this is a wonderful place to collect souvenirs of the beautiful Arunachal.
Distance from Bhalukpong : 105 km
Situated enroute to Tawang from little down of Bomdila in Arunachal Pradesh, Dirang is one of the most breath-taking travel places in North East India that is sure to cast a spell on every visitor. Engulfed in awe-inspiring Himalayan vistas sprinkled with verdant greenery, sparkling streams, enchanting waterfalls and natural hot water springs, the tiny hamlet truly makes for an idyllic getaway for nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts and cultural freaks alike. It's also a birdwatchers haven. Places to explore in and around Dirang are the famous Dirang Dzong, the National research Centre on Yak, the Sangti Valley, the Natural HOT Water Springs, the 500 yr old Kalachakra Gompa, the Thupsung Dhargyeling Monastery, the ancient Khatsung Gompa, drive to the beautiful Mandala Top, swim in the Dirang Chu river, stroll the local markets, try the local cuisines, visit the kiwi farms of go trekking.
Located approximately 3500 mts above sea level, Tawang is one of the most popular destinations in Arunachal Pradesh. The quaint hill station is also famous for its several Buddhist monasteries which see a massive influx of travellers throughout the year. From the mesmerizing ranges of Gudpi to ethereal Tawang valley and Madhuri Lake, the sightseeing spots in Tawang will spoil you for choices. The spectacular Gorichen Peak, the highest peak in Arunachal offers surreal vistas of the town.
Apart from being a hilly abode, Tawang is also home to many glacial lakes including Sangetser and Sela which boast of crystal blue waters. The place is an ideal vacation spot for those who wish to take a break and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Most of the peace seekers visit here to meditate at the Taktsang Gompa, a pilgrimage site surrounded by mountains and coniferous trees. Some must visit locations are the Tawang Monastery, Nuranang waterfalls, Bumla Pass, Sangester Lake, P.Tso Lake among others.
Distance from Bhalukpong : 270 km
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya
13 Days / 12 Nights of Unforgettable Northeast Experiences
Day 1: Into the Misty Hills
Guwahati to Cherrapunjee
Scenic drive through rolling hills and clouds.
Explore the mystical Garden of Caves, a natural wonder of mossy boulders and hidden waterfalls.
Gaze at panoramic vistas from Mawdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint.
Overnight in Cherrapunjee.
Day 2: Caves & Cascades of Cherrapunjee
Discover natural marvels: Arwah Cave, Mawsmai Cave, and the thunderous Nohkalikai Falls.
Visit Seven Sisters Falls and Wah Kaba Falls.
Enjoy the cool breeze and charm of the plateau.
Overnight in Cherrapunjee.
Day 3: Verdant Valleys & Colonial Charm
Cherrapunjee to Shillong
Enroute stop at Laitlum Canyons – a majestic amphitheater of green hills.
Walk through Ward’s Lake, visit Don Bosco Museum, and explore the buzzing Police Bazaar.
Overnight in Shillong.
Day 4: Into the Wild – Kaziranga Bound
Shillong to Kaziranga
Scenic drive across pine hills and plains.
Relaxed evening at a riverside lodge or tea estate retreat.
Overnight in Kaziranga.
Day 5: Into the Heart of the Jungle
Elephant Safari into the Eastern Range – spot one-horned rhinos and wild buffalo.
Jeep Safari in the Central Range.
Evening at the Orchid Park with a traditional Assamese dinner and folk performances.
Overnight in Kaziranga.
Day 6: Through Elephant Corridors to the Foothills
Morning Jeep Safari in the Bura Pahar Range.
Drive towards Bhalukpong, the scenic gateway to Arunachal Pradesh.
Relax by the riverbanks or local homestay.
Overnight in Bhalukpong.
Day 7: Valley of Monasteries – Dirang
Visit the serene Dirang Monastery and the historic Dirang Dzong (fortified village).
Stroll through apple orchards and riverside trails.
Overnight in Dirang.
Day 8: Nature’s Retreat in Sangti & Chug Valley
Explore the lush Sangti Valley – known for black-necked cranes and verdant meadows.
Visit the quaint Chug Valley, untouched and picturesque.
Drive up to Mandala Top for 360° Himalayan views.
Overnight in Dirang.
Day 9: Climbing to Tawang
Scenic drive to Tawang.
En route: photo stops at Nuranang Falls.
Evening walk in Tawang local markets; sample Monpa cuisine.
Overnight in Tawang.
Day 10: Roof of the Northeast – High Altitude Wonders
Early visit to Tawang Monastery, Asia’s second-largest.
Full-day excursion to:
Bumla Pass (Indo-China border)
Sangetsar (Madhuri) Lake
PT Tso Lake
Return to Tawang for local sightseeing.
Overnight in Tawang.
Day 11: Into Shergaon – A Hidden Jewel
Descend through forested roads to Shergaon – known for tribal culture, flowers, and silence.
Local village interaction or monastery visit.
Overnight in Shergaon.
Day 12: Orchards & Tranquility in Shergaon
Visit Shergaon Monastery, hike to a hidden waterfall, and walk through orchards and farmlands.
Authentic local meals with Sherdukpen hospitality.
Overnight in Shergaon.
Day 13: Return to Guwahati – Handlooms & Farewells
Drive back to Guwahati through the picturesque Assam valleys.
Visit NEDFi Haat for exquisite handlooms and crafts from across the Northeast.
Depart with stories, souvenirs, and smiles.
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya
The 3 Jewels: Assam | Arunachal | Meghalaya
16 Days | Soulful Exploration of the Northeast
Where ancient rituals meet mountain monasteries, and cloud forests echo with waterfalls – this is the true heartbeat of Northeast India.
🌿 Day 1: Land of Magic – Pobitora & Mayong (Assam)
Arrive at Guwahati Airport
Drive to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – home to the one-horned rhino
Visit the Mayong Museum of Magic
Meet a traditional magician in his village home
Explore ruins of the Mayong royal household
Stay at Pobitora
🏞️ Day 2: Valley Drive – Into the Himalayas
Breakfast in Pobitora
Scenic drive to Dirang via Tezpur & Bomdila
Arrive by late evening in the cool valley of Dirang
Stay at Dirang
🏔️ Day 3: In the Lap of Monpa Culture
Visit Dirang Dzong – traditional fort village
Explore Dirang Monastery
Drive to Mandala Top – panoramic views & 108 stupas
Visit a local orchard and taste farm-fresh kiwis or apples
Optional: Watch Monpa weaving or learn to make butter tea
Overnight in Dirang
🍃 Day 4: Birds & Bliss in Sangti Valley
Morning visit to Sangti Valley – known for its black-necked cranes
Drive to Chug Valley for a taste of secluded village life
Evening river walk and bonfire
Overnight stay at a scenic homestay or camp in Sangti
🌉 Day 5: Journey to the Roof – Tawang
Depart early to Tawang
Stop at Nuranang Falls – one of the most stunning in Arunachal
Explore Tawang’s vibrant market for tribal crafts & yak cheese
Taste authentic Monpa dinner at a local kitchen
Overnight stay at Tawang
🛕 Day 6: A Day of Lakes, Lamas & Legends
Sunrise prayer at Tawang Monastery
Full-day excursion:
• Bumla Pass (India-China border – permit needed)
• Sangetsar (Madhuri) Lake
• PT Tso Lake
Return for local sightseeing
Overnight in Tawang
🏡 Day 7: The Road to Shergaon
Drive to Shergaon – the hidden Shangri-La of the Northeast
Evening village walk & local tea tasting
Stay in a Sherdukpen-style homestay or forest lodge
🌲 Day 8: Orchards, Forests & Monasteries
Visit Shergaon Monastery
Walk to hidden waterfalls
Village experiences: wood carving, weavers, medicinal herb gardens
Orchard lunch & storytelling with locals
Overnight in Shergaon
🛣️ Day 9: Return to Guwahati
Scenic drive through valleys and hills
Check-in to a boutique hotel in Guwahati
Optional: Sunset Brahmaputra cruise
🌤️ Day 10: Clouds Beckon – Into Meghalaya
Drive to Shillong, “Scotland of the East”
Visit Ward's Lake, Don Bosco Museum, Laitumkhrah cafés
Explore the quaint lanes and colonial churches
Overnight in Shillong
🏞️ Day 11: Into the Caves & Clouds
Start with Laitlum Canyons – panoramic views
Head to Garden of Caves & Mawdok Dympep valley
Optional: Ziplining across mountain gorges
Visit Arwah Caves
Arrive in Cherrapunjee (Sohra)
Stay at Cherrapunjee
💧 Day 12: Waterfall Kingdom – Cherrapunjee
Explore:
• Nohkalikai Falls
• Seven Sisters Falls
• Mawsmai Cave
Local Khasi meal at a traditional eatery
Evening cultural performance (optional)
Overnight in Cherrapunjee
🌉 Day 13: The Living Bridges
Drive to Mawlynnong – cleanest village in Asia
Visit the Living Root Bridge
Climb the Skywalk Tower for Bangladesh views
Continue to Shnongpdeng (by the Umngot River)
Stay at riverside eco-camp
🚣 Day 14: Adventure & Tranquility
Boating in crystal-clear waters of Umngot River
Swim, kayak, or just relax
Visit Krangshuri Falls & Moopun Waterfalls
Stay at homestay in Jowai
🌿 Day 15: One Last Fall
Visit Phe Phe Falls – a hidden gem of Meghalaya
Return to Guwahati
Rest and reflect
🎁 Day 16: A Handcrafted Farewell
Visit NEDFi Haat – best curated showcase of crafts from NE India
Stock up on handwoven textiles, bamboo art, cane lamps, and souvenirs
Drop-off at airport or railway station
Depart with a heart full of stories
Arunachal Pradesh
Echoes of the Eastern Himalayas
10 Days | A Journey Through the Living Heritage of Arunachal Pradesh
Trek into timeless valleys, stay in farms and monasteries, witness shamanic rituals, feast on tribal delicacies, and discover the soulful rhythm of Arunachal’s mountain life.
🐘 Day 1: Mystical Assam Prelude
Arrival at Guwahati Airport
Drive to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary – home to the highest density of one-horned rhinos
Visit Mayong Museum of Magic – India’s ancient land of sorcery
Stop at a traditional magician’s home for folklore & tricks
Visit the ruins of the Mayong royal household
Overnight in Pobitora
🚗 Day 2: Mountain Roads & Monpa Welcomes
Early morning elephant safari through Pobitora’s misty wetlands
Post breakfast, drive toward Dirang (8–9 hrs)
• Stop at Tezpur for riverside breakfast
• Lunch at Bomdila, enjoy local Monpa cuisine
Arrive in Dirang by late evening
Explore the local markets if your have time
Stay at Dirang
🍏 Day 3: Life in Dirang Valley
Visit Dirang Dzong – an ancient tribal fort
Explore Dirang Monastery and interact with novice monks
Drive up to Mandala Top – 108 stupas on a mountain ridge
Apple & Kiwi orchard visit – taste farm-fresh fruit
Dinner with a Monpa family, learn about their customs
Stay in Dirang
🌿 Day 4: Valley of Birds and Bamboo
Drive to Sangti Valley, known for:
• Migratory black-necked cranes (Nov–Feb)
• Trout fishing streams
• Quiet forest trails
Explore Chug Valley – a hidden cultural pocket with bamboo crafts
Optional: visit a handloom workshop
Picnic lunch by the river
Overnight stay at Sangti Valley
🌄 Day 5: Ascending to Tawang
Scenic drive to Tawang
• En route, pause at Nuranang Falls – a roaring 100-meter-high cascade
• Visit local tribal markets in Tawang for textiles & yak cheese
Try Thukpa & Zan (traditional Monpa dishes) at a family-run eatery
Night Stay at Tawang
🕉️ Day 6: Tawang’s Spiritual Trail
Sunrise visit to the majestic Tawang Monastery (2nd largest in the world)
Full-day excursion to:
• Bumla Pass (India-China border, with permit)
• Sangetsar (Madhuri) Lake – prayer flags and silence
• PT Tso Lake – untouched alpine beauty
Return to Tawang for light shopping and monastery café conversations
Optional: Attend evening prayer at a village gompa
🌸 Day 7: Hidden Hamlet of Shergaon
Drive to Shergaon, a lesser-known paradise of orchids, monks, and birds
Evening stroll through pine-lined paths and local village homes
Check into a Sherdukpen-style homestay or orchard lodge
🚶‍♂️ Day 8: Walks, Waterfalls & Wisdom
Morning monastery tour – meet lamas and learn local legends
Visit hidden waterfalls tucked in rhododendron forests
Guided village walk: visit woodcarvers, weavers, and Sherdukpen elders
Participate in a traditional cooking session or basket weaving demo
Stay in Shergaon
🛍️ Day 9: Back to Guwahati via Craft Trail
Early return to Guwahati (8–9 hrs)
En route, light cultural and tea breaks
Visit NEDFi Haat – curated handicrafts from all NE states
• Bamboo & cane crafts, tribal textiles, local pottery
Stay in Guwahati
🎁 Day 10: Departure with Stories
Transfer to the airport or railway station
Carry back memories, flavours, and stories of Monpa monks, Sherdukpen villagers, and magical valleys
🌟 Optional Add-ons:
Cultural performances by local youth in Dirang or Shergaon
Meditation session at Tawang Monastery
Forest walk with a local botanist in Sangti
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