🐾 Echoes of the Wild: The Assam Experience

9 Days | From Forest Whispers to River Rhythms

Venture deep into Assam’s wilderness – raft down sacred rivers, spot elephants at dawn, canoe across bird-filled wetlands, and connect with ancient kingdoms and living crafts.

🌳 Day 1: Into the Wilderness – Arrival at Manas

Arrive in Guwahati, meet your guide, and journey along lush green countryside to Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site


Explore local Bodo villages, engage with the community, and sample traditional cuisine


Overnight stay in a jungle lodge, with the sounds of the wild as your lullaby

🐘 Day 2: Safari, Raft & Bonfire Tales

Early morning elephant safari — spot golden langurs, rhinos, and more in mist-covered Manas


Hearty breakfast followed by river rafting on the Manas River — glide past grasslands and forested banks in a scenic, medium-grade ride


Enjoy local lunch with Bodo delicacies


Later, drive to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the highest density of one-horned rhinos


Wind down with a bonfire barbeque and an Assamese dinner under the stars


Overnight stay at Pobitora

🦚 Day 3: Rhinos, Magic & Meadows

Optional Elephant or Jeep Safari at Pobitora at sunrise


Traditional Assamese breakfast


Visit Mayong Museum to unravel the region’s mystical legacy of ancient tantra and black magic


Indulge in a serene birdwatching session


Lunch at a local eatery before a scenic drive to Kaziranga National Park


Evening visit to Orchid Park with a cultural show and dinner


Overnight at Kaziranga

🐅 Day 4: Jungle Roars to River Breezes

Early morning safari in Kaziranga (Central or Western range) — watch for rhinos, elephants, swamp deer, and perhaps a tiger


Post-breakfast drive to Upper Assam


Enroute, if time permits, stop at the majestic Dhola-Sadiya Bridge and visit the serene Namsai Buddhist Monastery


Overnight stay near Dibru Saikhowa National Park

🦜 Day 5: Wetland Symphony – Dibru Saikhowa

Full-day exploration of Dibru-Saikhowa Biosphere Reserve


Canoe ride on Maguri Beel, teeming with birds and river dolphins


Spot the rare Hoolock Gibbon, India’s only ape species, swinging through trees


Gentle nature walks and forest edge trails


Overnight at eco-lodge or guest house in the region

🌲 Day 6: Oil, Temples & Rainforests

Start the day at the bell-laden Tilinga Mandir


Visit Digboi Oil Town — see the world’s first oil well and the WWII cemetery


Journey into the Dihing Patkai Rainforest, Assam’s only evergreen forest — home to hornbills, orchids, and ancient trees


Return to Tinsukia for the night

🏯 Day 7: The Ahom Legacy

Drive to the majestic Charaideo Maidams, the royal tombs of the Ahom dynasty


Continue to Sivasagar, the seat of the Ahom Empire


Visit stunning monuments: Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar, and the towering Sivadol


Stay overnight in a heritage-style homestay or hotel

🍃 Day 8: Assam Tea Trail

Walk through verdant tea estates, plucking and tasting the region’s famed brews


Learn the art of tea making from seasoned planters


Return to Guwahati by evening


Overnight stay in Guwahati

🎁 Day 9: Handcrafted Farewell

Visit NEDFi Haat, a vibrant bazaar of handicrafts, weaves, and tribal creations from across Northeast India


Interact with artisans, pick up souvenirs, and carry back stories etched in bamboo, silk, and cane


Depart with memories of Assam’s wild soul and artistic spirit

🌟 Trip Highlights:

4 national parks: Manas, Pobitora, Kaziranga, Dibru-Saikhowa


Adventures like elephant safaris, jeep rides, river rafting, canoeing, birdwatching


Visits to sacred temples, oil heritage, Ahom monuments, and living villages


Unique immersion in local cuisines, crafts, and culture

Your wildlife adventure in Assam is incomplete without a visit to the UNESCO Heritage site awardee Kaziranga National Park and the small but captivating Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary! A combined visit to both these parks gives you a thorough idea not only about the wildlife, but also the different cultures of various tribes living together in the state and also a brief understanding about the history of Assam.

Our itinerary, along with the wildlife safaris includes a wholesome experience of Assam - the hospitality and culture of the people of Assam, the traditional food and their everyday life. We visit the famous Kamakhya Temple, museums, go on boat rides on the mighty Brahmaputra, explore the white sandbanks in the middle of the river, spot dolphins, walk inside the magnificent tea gardens and explore how the world's best tea is made. We also visit the local tribal villages to interact with the villagers, try out their local cuisines, enjoy their music and dance to the local tunes. We visit an Orchidarium to know about the various orchids found in these regions. We stay with wonderful hosts who welcome our guests with open arms and happy hearts. 

Itinerary    (5 nights, 6 days)

Day 1

Arrival at Guwahati Airport
Depending upon the time of arrival, we either straight to Kamakhya Temple for Darshan (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) or to the guesthouse and check in to the rooms
Sunset Boat Ride on the Brahmaputra
Visit the Mahabahu Brahmaputra Heritage Centre
Return to the guesthouse and have a good dinner and retire for the night

Stay in Guwahati

Day 2

If we are unable to visit Kamakhya temple on Day 1, we can go early today morning as well
Have a good breakfast and check out, and proceed to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary by 10:00 AM
Check in to your rooms
Proceed for the Jeep Safari (1 Hr)
Come back to the resort for lunch
Go for bird watching and museum visit
You can then go for a beautiful boat safari on the Brahmaputra to spot river dolphins as well as visiting the sandbanks on the middle of the river
Come back to the resort to freshen up and sit around a bonfire discussion the day’s adventure

You can also enjoy a great Bihu dance performance by local troupe on the resort lawns.
Have an early dinner and retire for the night

Stay at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

Day 3

Check out and leave for Kaziranga by 7 AM after a light breakfast

As the journey will take over 4 hours, you can stop on the way for a bite. It’s a beautiful drive across the hills and plains of Assam, and as you approach Kaziranga, you get to see the wide expanses of tea gardens.
Check in to your rooms, freshen up and have a quick lunch.
Board the jeeps and start for the Safari in the nearby Agoratoli range which is well known for birds.
After the safari, enjoy a cup of tea by the roadside and return back
Freshen up and relax for the evening. Sit around the kitchen and learn how the food is cooked in the wood flame
A Jhumur performance can also be arranged, where you can join in with the dancers too.
Have a nice dinner and retire early

Stay at Kaziranga

 

Day 4

Wake up very early, have a cup of tea and go for the elephant Safari (optional)
After the safari, you can have breakfast at one of the many restaurants at Kohora
After breakfast, go for a quick visit to the Orchid Park to get a glimpse of the numerous varieties of orchids for in this region.  
We then can go for a visit to a traditional Assamese village to experience their way of life, their livelihood and their traditional food. Enjoy your lunch here.
We then go for our second afternoon safari at Kohora where animal sightings is very good.
You can do some souvenir shopping at various handicrafts shops at Kohora
Return to the resort for a nice evening relaxation.

Have a nice dinner and retire early

Stay at Kaziranga

Day 5

Wake up and have a lazy breakfast
Explore the nearby areas on cycles or take a walk around the resort
Check out before 12 pm and start your return journey to Guwahati, having your lunch whenever you feel hungry on the way.
Reach Guwahati by evening. You can either relax at the guesthouse or go for some shopping of the famous Assamese Silk (paat) items and handicrafts.
You can also try some restaurants serving good Assamese traditional food.

Stay at Guwahati  

Day 6

Wake up and have a good breakfast
Check out and proceed to the airport for your journey back home, with your heart and mind filled with great memories.

 

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 

Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations  

🐾 Wild Trails: The Assam Adventure

9 Days | Into the Heart of Assam’s Untamed Beauty – From Wetlands to Rainforests
Walk with elephants, cruise with dolphins, birdwatch at dawn, and trek through primeval rainforests. Witness Assam's wild soul unfold across mystical wetlands, rich forests, sacred rivers, and forgotten kingdoms.

 

🌅 Day 1: Into the Wild – Pobitora & Mayong

Arrival at Guwahati Airport
Drive through Assam's riverine plains to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, famed for the highest density of one-horned rhinos
Enroute, stop at Mayong, India's enigmatic land of black magic
Visit the Mayong Museum, a magician's house, and a meeting with the reigning King of Mayong
Overnight stay in an eco-lodge at Pobitora

 

🐘 Day 2: Rhinos, Rituals & River Rhythms

Early morning elephant safari into Pobitora’s misty grasslands for intimate rhino sightings
Traditional Assamese breakfast by the countryside
Leisure birdwatching walk — spot kingfishers, herons, and migratory ducks
Enjoy a jeep safari inside the Sanctuary
Sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra, with possible sightings of river dolphins
Bonfire barbecue dinner featuring tribal-style dishes under a star-lit sky
Overnight at Pobitora

 

🐅 Day 3: Roars and Rhythms at Kaziranga

Drive to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Afternoon jeep safari in the central range (Kohora) — home to tigers, wild buffaloes, elephants, and swamp deer
Shop for local crafts and rhino souvenirs at Kaziranga Haat
Dine at Orchid Park, with a cultural performance showcasing Bihu and Jhumur dances
Overnight stay at Kaziranga

 

🦜 Day 4: Journey to Dibru – The Hidden Wetlands

Early departure for Upper Assam’s Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
Enroute, take a scenic halt at the majestic Dhola-Sadiya Bridge — India’s longest river bridge
Optional visit to the Namsai Buddhist Temple (Arunachal border) for a tranquil interlude
Overnight stay at eco-camp or lodge near Dibru-Saikhowa

 

🦧 Day 5: Mystical Beels & Rainforest Canopies

Explore Maguri Beel on a sunrise canoe safari — a paradise for birdwatchers
Try to spot the rare Hoolock Gibbon and Gangetic River Dolphin
Optional guided trail inside Dibru-Saikhowa forest
Relaxed evening in the wild with local cuisine and storytelling around a campfire
Overnight at Dibru-Saikhowa

 

🌳 Day 6: Sacred Bells & Oil Forests

Visit the Tilinga Mandir, a spiritual grove with thousands of bells
Head to Digboi, Asia’s first oil refinery town — visit the world’s first oil well
Explore the Dihing Patkai Rainforest, Assam’s only tropical wet evergreen forest — rich in orchids, hornbills, and ancient trees
Return to Tinsukia for overnight stay

 

🏯 Day 7: Lost Kingdoms & Sacred Tombs

Drive to the UNESCO-nominated Charaideo Maidams, the Ahom royal burial mounds
Proceed to Sivasagar, the ancient Ahom capital
Explore architectural marvels like Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar, and Shiva Dol
Overnight stay at a heritage homestay or lodge enroute

 

🍃 Day 8: Assam’s Tea Country

Drive through rolling hills of tea estates in Upper Assam
Engage in a Tea Tasting Session with planters
Walk through lush tea gardens, interact with workers, and learn how Assam Tea conquers global markets
Return to Guwahati by evening
Overnight in Guwahati

 

🎁 Day 9: Souvenirs of the Soul

Visit NEDFi Haat, a curated craft market representing artisans from all eight Northeast states
Buy bambooware, cane furniture, tribal textiles, jewelry, and more
Depart with handcrafted memories and a heart full of wild adventures

 

🌟 Tour Highlights:

4 wildlife sanctuaries: Pobitora, Kaziranga, Dibru-Saikhowa, Dihing-Patkai
Elephant & jeep safaris, sunset river cruise, and canoe rides
Encounters with rhinos, hoolock gibbons, river dolphins, and over 400 species of birds
Tea trails, tribal dinners, ancient temples, and royal ruins
Best for: Nature lovers, photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, slow travelers

 

Manas National Park

Manas National Park, located in the northeastern state of Assam, India, is a breathtaking haven of biodiversity and natural beauty. Encompassing an area of approximately 950 square kilometers, it stands as one of the most significant protected areas in the region. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Manas National Park is renowned for its rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural significance.

The park is named after the mighty Manas River, which meanders through its heart, adding to the charm of the surroundings. The diverse topography of Manas National Park features lush grasslands, dense forests, tranquil rivers, and picturesque hills, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of nature's wonders. It serves as a refuge for numerous endangered and rare animals, including the majestic Bengal tiger, Indian rhinoceros, wild water buffalo, Indian elephant, clouded leopard, golden langur, and pygmy hog. The park also boasts a thriving bird population, with over 450 species documented, making it a true haven for avid birdwatchers.

Apart from its ecological significance, Manas National Park holds cultural importance as well. It is known for its close association with the indigenous Bodo people, who have coexisted with the park's wildlife for centuries. Their vibrant culture and traditions add a unique flavor to the park, creating a harmonious blend of nature and human heritage.

Manas National Park is not only a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts but also a testament to conservation efforts. The park has witnessed significant conservation successes in recent years, with active measures taken to protect endangered species and restore their habitats. This commitment to conservation has earned Manas National Park recognition and admiration on a global scale.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Guwhati Airport and proceed to Manas National Park. Meals on the way as per time of the day.
Check in to your rooms before 12 Noon, have a quick lunch and get ready for the afternoon Jeep Safari ( Duration 2-3 Hrs)
Return back to the resort and freshen up
Sit around the bonfire and enjoy a performance of Bodo dance by local troupe and get a glimpse of the local culture
Have dinner and retire early

Stay at Manas

Day 2

Go for the early morning elephant safari (1 Hr)
Return to the resort for good breakfast
Experience the river rafting (2.5 hrs) and enjoy the scenic sights along the river banks
Return to the resort for lunch
Go for a nice walk inside the tea gardens and nearby village roads, explore the local market
Return to the resort and enjoy a relaxed evening
Explore local cuisines at dinner

Stay at Manas

Day 3

Go for a nice early morning walk along the fringes of the park and capture the peacocks and other birds in your cameras. You can also go cycling along the beaten village paths.
Have a good lazy breakfast
Check out from your rooms before 12 noon and proceed back to Guwahati

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 

Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations  

 

 

The Kaziranga National Park has been the pride of Assam and definitely one of the highest tourist-pullers to the state. Home to one of the highest number of animals and birds, this UNESCO Heritage Site, Kaziranga contains significant breeding populations of 35 mammalian species, of which 15 are endangered. The Park has the distinction of being home to the world's largest population of the Indian Rhinoceros (2,401), wild water buffalo (1,666) and eastern swamp deer (468). Significant populations of large herbivores include Indian elephants (1,940), gaur (1300) and sambar (58). Small herbivores include the chital, Indian muntjac, Indian boar and Indian hog deer. Kaziranga has the largest population of the Wild water buffalo anywhere accounting for about 57% of the world population. The Indian rhinoceros, royal Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, wild water buffalo and swamp deer are collectively known as 'Big Five' of Kaziranga. 

Our itinerary of Kaziranga includes not only the wildlife, but we also attempt to take our guests through a wholesome experience of Assam - the hospitality and culture of the people of Assam, the traditional food and their everyday life. We walk inside the magnificent tea gardens and explore how the world's best tea is made. We visit the local tribal villages nearby to interact with the villagers, try out their local cuisines, enjoy their music and dance to the local tunes. We visit an Orchidarium to check out the hundreds of different types of Orchids found in the North East region. We go birdwatching. We go trekking to lovely locations. We spend out evening in the kitchen together and share stories and experiences, and learn how the traditional Assamese food is prepared. And as for wildlife, there are four different forest ranges to explore.

In short, you will just hate to leave!

Activities include:

Elephant Safaris, Jeep safaris, Bird-watching, Traditional food, Orchid viewing, Trekking, Village walks, Tea Garden visits and many more. 

Suggested itinerary would be for 3 nights and 4 days, with safaris on different ranges.

Stays 

We can arrange your stays in any type of accommodation as per your requirements and budgets - From 5 Star Properties and premium luxury tents to mid-range and budget accommodation or homely jungle bungalows, as per your preference.

For up to 3 rooms, we have a wonderful heritage bungalow with a wonderful host, fantastic rooms with all modern amenities, good location, great food, a backyard farm, bicycles, indoor games, books and a wonderful team to interact with.

The Itinerary

Day 1

Leave early from Guwahati at 7:00 AM so that we can reach Kaziranga before 12:00 PM. A quick breakfast somewhere on the way, whenever you feel hungry. There are many places on the highway where we can stop.
Reach Kaziranga before 12 Noon. Check in to your rooms, freshen up and have your lunch by 1:00 PM
Rest a while and then jump on to the Safari Jeeps and leave for the afternoon Safari at Kohora range. Safari will take approximately 2 – 2.5 hrs. You will experience the beauty of Kaziranga wildlife in the golden hour, as the sun sets over the distant hills and the animals return home after the day’s adventures.   
Enjoy a cup of tea on one of the roadside stalls with some local snacks.
Come back to your rooms to freshen up.
Join the hosts at the kitchen outside and enjoy great conservations over cups of ‘Laal Saah’ as you learn about the local cuisines, the local culture and local folklore.
Retire early

Day 2

Wake up very early in the morning and go for the Elephant Safari. The beauty of Kaziranga early in the winter mornings is simply ethereal, with the slowly lifting fog and the sunrays creeping in and the animals moving out into the open to take in the sun. The safari will take approximately 1.5 hrs.
Return to the resort for a good breakfast.
Freshen up and get ready to visit one of the villages nearby. Meet the locals and interact with them to understand their way of living. You can have a traditional lunch at the village itself today.
Leave for a safari at the Agoratoli range today, which is a range preferred for Bird Watching.
Come back to the resort and relax for the evening

Day 3

You can afford to be lazy today.. have a lazy breakfast and leave for the Kohora for some souvenir shopping.
Visit the heritage village to understand about the different tribes of the region and their different cultures.
Also visit the Orchid Park to enjoy viewing and learning about the different types of orchids found in this region. Taste the big traditional Assamese Thalis with more than 20 different types of items and challenge your taste buds. Also enjoy great cultural performances, music the dances of this region at the park itself.
Come back to the resort to unwind over a cup of tea and freshen up for the evening
In case you missed the performance of Jhumur or Bihu dance at the Orchid park, we can get it arranged specially for you.
Exchange your stories with the other guests and retire for the night.

Day 4

Have another lazy breakfast and check out from your rooms
On your way back stop at the Hatikhuli Tea Eastate for a nice Tea Garden visit. Although you may not be able to visit the factory, we will explain to you the process how the best tea in the world gets prepared for these gardens and gets into your morning cuppa.
Start you journey back to Guwahati or any other destination. A nice lunch on the way and go back with wonderful memories in you heart of the nice time spent at Kaziranga.

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 

Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations.  

🧵 The Artisan Trail: Assam Unveiled

7 Days | Handicrafts & Handlooms | Culture & Community | From Guwahati
Explore the soul of Assam through its age-old craft traditions, artisan villages, natural beauty, and cultural heritage.

🗓️ Day 1: Welcome to Assam’s Cultural Capital

Arrival at Guwahati Airport


Visit the Brahmaputra Heritage Centre or Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra


Sunset Cruise on the Brahmaputra


Evening: Itinerary briefing, wine tasting, and local Assamese dinner


Overnight stay in Guwahati

🗓️ Day 2: Silk, Shrines & Ornamentation

Early morning visit to the sacred Kamakhya Temple


Drive to Sualkuchi, the "Manchester of the East" – home to Assam’s famed Muga & Eri silk weavers


Explore Hajo, a confluence of Hindu, Muslim & Buddhist heritage


Optional: Visit a traditional Assamese jewellery-making unit


Overnight stay in Guwahati

🗓️ Day 3: Brass, Bamboo & Wilderness

Morning trip to Sarthebari, renowned for exquisite bell metal craft


Stop at Barpeta Road for a hands-on cane & bamboo workshop


Enter Manas National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) by evening


Bonfire, local Bodo cuisine, and folk music experience


Overnight stay near Manas National Park

🗓️ Day 4: Jungle Safari & River Bliss

Early morning elephant safari in Manas


Post-breakfast river rafting on the Manas River


Drive to the town of Bongaigaon


Overnight stay in Bongaigaon

🗓️ Day 5: Clay Art & Weaving Villages

Visit Asharikandi – Assam’s hub of terracotta and Dhokra craft


Meet the Rabha weaver community in a nearby village


Drive to Goalpara


Overnight stay in Goalpara

🗓️ Day 6: Natural Dyes & Lakeside Life

Visit Chandubi Lake, a pristine natural retreat


En route, stop at Bijoynagar to discover how artisans make natural plant-based dyes


Return to Guwahati


Overnight stay in Guwahati

🗓️ Day 7: Farewell at NEDFi Haat

Explore NEDFi Haat, a curated bazaar showcasing handicrafts from all 8 Northeast states


Final shopping and interaction with artisans


Departure from Guwahati Airport

🎨 Highlights

✔️ Silk weaving in Sualkuchi
✔️ Bell metal workshops in Sarthebari
✔️ Bamboo & cane crafts at Barpeta Road
✔️ Terracotta artistry in Asharikandi
✔️ Natural dye processes in Bijoynagar
✔️ Folk culture, safaris & river rafting in Manas

💼 Ideal For:

Cultural travelers


Craft lovers


Textile and design enthusiasts


Small group experiential tours

🔗 To Book This Experience
Call/WhatsApp: +91-7002012720
📧 Email: info@aryastays.com
🌐 www.aryastays.com

 

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, rafting charges, artisan charges, expenses at the temples, etc. and fees for cruises and boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 50% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip. Rest 50% should be paid up at least 24 hrs before the start of the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks, artisan workshops, etc. have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 
Arya Stays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations  

 

🌾 The Assam Mosaic: Culture, Crafts & Canopies

8 Days | Explore the Spirit of Assam Through Its Soulful Crafts, Majestic Landscapes, and Living Traditions
Unfold the many layers of Assam — from the mystic to the artisanal, from ancient temples to jungle safaris, from riverside villages to royal heritage.

🛬 Day 1: Touchdown in the Land of Legends

Arrive in Guwahati, Assam’s vibrant cultural gateway


Stroll through the Brahmaputra Heritage Centre or the artistic expanse of Sankardev Kalakshetra


Glide into the sunset with a cruise on the mighty Brahmaputra


Evening: Itinerary briefing, wine tasting, and a delicious Assamese welcome dinner


Overnight at a heritage or boutique stay in Guwahati

🌿 Day 2: From Mystic Mayong to Amazing Handicrafts

(Optional) Sunrise visit to Kamakhya Temple, one of India’s most sacred Shakti Peethas


Dive into innovation with a visit to craftspeople transforming water hyacinth into beautiful products


Travel to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, famed for its dense population of one-horned rhinos


Explore Mayong, India’s ancient "Land of Black Magic" – steeped in myth, tantra, and folk healing


Sunset boat safari followed by a bonfire dinner of local delicacies under starry skies


Overnight at Pobitora eco-stay or jungle lodge

🐘 Day 3: Art, Rhinos & Cultural Rhythms

Up-close elephant safari into Pobitora's wild heart


Hearty traditional breakfast


Head to Nagaon Art Village, home to a Guinness record-holding artist


Witness Assamese traditional jewellery-making


Arrive at Kaziranga National Park


Evening: Dinner at Orchid Park with folk performances, music, and dance


Overnight stay in Kaziranga

🌊 Day 4: From Wild Forests to River Island Bliss

Early safari at Kaziranga – encounter rhinos, deer, wild buffalo, and exotic birds


Post-breakfast, ferry across the Brahmaputra to Majuli, the world’s largest inhabited river island


Wander through charming sattra villages, where life flows to the rhythm of the river


Overnight stay at a Majuli heritage stay or homestay

🎭 Day 5: Sacred Satras & Majuli's Hidden Treasures

Explore Vaishnavite Satras – serene monasteries with a history of over 500 years


Visit Samaguri Satra, where intricate masks come to life in the hands of master artisans


Discover ancient artefacts at Auniati Satra Museum


Soak in evening devotional music and cultural performances


Overnight stay at Majuli

🏯 Day 6: Echoes of an Empire – Ahom Heritage Trail

Ferry back to the mainland and drive to Sivasagar, the ancient capital of the Ahom dynasty


Explore Rang Ghar, Kareng Ghar, and Shivadol temples — marvels of architecture and engineering


Continue to Charaideo Maidams, the mysterious Ahom-era burial tombs (India’s very own pyramids!)


Return to Jorhat, the cultural capital of Upper Assam


Overnight stay in Jorhat

🍵 Day 7: Among the Fragrance of Tea

Begin your day with tea tasting and a plantation walk in a lush Assam Tea Estate


Discover the craftsmanship behind your morning cup of chai


Afternoon drive back to Guwahati


Overnight stay in Guwahati

🧺 Day 8: Handpicked Treasures & Fond Farewells

Final stop at NEDFi Haat – a curated marketplace featuring handicrafts and handlooms from all across the Northeast


Meet artisans, shop for exquisite souvenirs, and relive the week’s cultural journey


Depart from Guwahati Airport with a suitcase of memories and a heart full of Assam

🌟 Tour Highlights

Elephant & Jeep safaris at Pobitora & Kaziranga


Artisans of water hyacinth, jewellery, masks, and weaving


Sacred temples and monasteries: Kamakhya, Majuli Satras, Sivasagar temples


Cultural immersion in village life, black magic folklore, bonfires, and folk music


Tea trails, river cruises, UNESCO sites & more!

 

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, Workshop entry charges, guide charges, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 
Arya Stays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations