10N 11D Meghalaya - Arunachal Tour

Early Morning Arrive Guwahati airport and drive to Cherapunjee. En route take a break at Umiam Lake (Barapani Lake).

UMIAM LAKE - a manmade lake which is actually a dam for Umiam river. It is spread over 220 square km.
After a short break proceed to Cherapunjee Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Wei Sawdong falls. This falls require a small trek with proper shoes as the steps may be slippery. Elderly people should take proper precautions. Overnight in Shillong.

Activities : Sightseeing

After breakfast drive to Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in Asia, also known as ‘God’s own Garden’. With over 80 households, the village gives the ambiance of walking in a well maintained park ! Climb the 80 ft Sky Walk at Mawlynnong village for a bird’s eye view of the Village, the plantations and faraway plains of Bangladesh. You will also be acquainted with the Khasi lifestyle, their culture and economy.

A trek to the nearby Rewai Village is another interesting activity. Walk down a flight of almost 100 steps to witness nature’s wonder, living-root bridge. The bridges are tangles of massive thick roots, which the local people intertwined to form a bridge that can hold several people at a time. The root bridges, may be up to over a hundred feet long, take ten to fifteen years to become fully functional, but they become very strong in the process. The bridges live and keep growing and strengthen over time. The useful lifespan of the bridges, is thought to be 500–600 years.

Later drive to Dawki, a village of the Jaintia community whose prime occupation of fishing. Be mesmerized by the beauty of the Umngot river, the venue of the annual boat race held during March - April at Umsyiem. The Umngot itself is a prime fishing spot for fishermen of the villages. The river is also famous for its crystal clear water, so clear that when seen from a distance, it appears as if the boat is floating in mid-air! The Umngot River is the natural boundary between Ri Pnar or Jaintia Hills with Hima Khyrim of Khasi hills over which is a single span suspension bridge was constructed. This is the gateway to Bangladesh where major export and import transactions take place. Enjoy an amazing country boat river ride. Drive up to the Bangladesh border.
Later proceed to Shillong for overnight stay.

Note: It is advisable to carry packed lunch to Mawlynnong.

Activities : Sightseeing

After breakfast Drive to Bhalukpong ( 280 km). It is located by the scenic Kameng river. Bhalukpong, which falls in West Kameng District is 56 km from Tezpur. Bhalukpong, at a height of 700 ft above sea level, is a little town on the Kameng River and lies along the dense forests that form the border of the Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary. Bhalukpong is a mesmerizing place for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Scenic beauty, high water falls and the banks of river Kameng surrounded by evergreen forests are a photographer’s delight. Overnight at Bhalukpong.

Activities : Sightseeing

Visit Tipi Orchidarium & Drive to Bomdila ( 8000 ft.).Bomdila is situated at an altitude of over 8500 feet in the north eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh in India. Hooked amongst the mighty mountainous ranges of Himalaya, Bomdila is the headquarters of the West Kameng district of the state of Arunachal Pradesh and offers a panoramic view of the awesome Himalayan terrain. Overnight at Bomdila.

Activities : Sightseeing

Drive to Tawang crossing Sela Pass ( 13720 ft.) which runs through a small ridge and along the paradise lake. Stop to enjoy the Sella Pass and Paradise Lake. From the Sela pass road winds down to Jong Village. On the way to Jong visit Yashwant Garh War Memorial. After lunch at Jong Village starts for Tawang. On the way, visit Nuranang Fall.Over night at Tawang.

Activities : Sightseeing

Enjoy a full day excursion to visit the PT Tso Lake, Bumla Pass (Excluded), Sangetsar Lake. Sangestser is popularly known as (Madhuri Lake) which was named after the Legendary Bollywood star Madhuri Dixit, located 35 km from Tawang near China border. The drive for Sangestserlake is full of thrill and one can still see the war bankers that had been used during the Chinese aggression in 1962 and the beautiful lake. Drive back to Tawang. Overnight at Tawang.

Activities : Sightseeing

Sightseeing in and around Tawang city. Visit the famous Tawang Monastery, which is 400 years old, accommodates over 500 monks and houses priceless Buddhist texts and scriptures. The Tibetan influence here is unmistakable, with the elaborately painted wooden windows and other motifs. An 8 mt high gilded statue of the Buddha is seated here, as are numerous ancient Thankas or Traditional paintings and manuscripts. Also visit the Craft Centre, Tawang War Memorial. Evening free time. Overnight at Tawang.

Activities : Museums

After breakfast, check out of the Hotel & transfer to Dirang, crossing the same sela Pass (14000 ft.) from sea level and reaching Dirang by afternoon. We will visit to drive to Shangti valley, this valley is famous for Black Named cranes that come in the month of October and fly back in the month of May. Considered to be the best valley in Eastern Himalayan Zone. Overnight at Dirang.

Activities : Sightseeing

After early breakfast, Drive toward the foothills of Arunachal Pradesh and reach near the plains of Assam and onwards. You can enjoy boating at Jia Bharali River and do the sacred forest walk inside the Nameri National Park. Overnight stay at Tezpur / Nameri National Park.

Activities : Sightseeing

Morning after breakfast, check out from your hotel & then transfer to Guwahati. Later visit Kamakhya temple darshan. Evening River cruise (on Direct payment basis)
NOTE: River cruise depends on availability and water level.

Activities : Sightseeing

After breakfast drop at Guwahati Airport.

Activities : Sightseeing