Guwahati Kaziranga Tour

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GUWAHATI KAZIRANGA TOUR – BHALUKPONG 1N – DIRANG 2N – TAWANG 3N – BOMDILA 1N – KAZIRANGA 2N – GUWAHATI 2N

Day 01: Guwahati Airport / Rly station – Bhalukpong (255 Kms / 6 hrs.)

Meet and greet on arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station and transfer to Bhalukpong. On arrival check in to the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Bhalukpong.

 

Day 02: Bhalukpong – Dirang (140 kms / 7 hrs.)

After early breakfast drive to Dirang. On the way visit Tipi Orchidarium situated on the banks of the river Bharali, a place 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 bath to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang
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.

 

Day 03: Dirang Sightseeing

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 bath to cure skin ailments. Overnight stay at Dirang.

 

Day 04: Dirang – Tawang (130 kms / 7 hrs.)

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.

 

Day 05: Tawang Local Sightseeing

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.

 

Day 06: Tawang Local Sightseeing – High altitude lakes and Bumla Pass

Early this morning, after breakfast, embark on a drive to the high-altitude Shonga-tser Lake, also known as Madhuri Lake, situated 35 km from Tawang near the China Border. The journey to Sangestser Lake offers thrilling views, with remnants of war bunkers from the 1962 Chinese aggression still visible. Nestled amidst pristine mountains, the lake was formed after the 1950 earthquake, replacing a grazing ground for cattle. Army personnel supervise the lake and have set up a nearby cafeteria. Tourists can enjoy delicious Momos, Maggis, and beverages. Trekking around the lake is a popular activity, offering gentle breezes and stunning scenery. Optionally, continue driving to Bumla Pass, located 37 km from Tawang at the Indo-China border, over 15,200 ft above sea level. On the return journey, make a photo stop at the beautiful PTSO lake en route, known as Pangong Tang Tso Lake, offering a scenic drive with a bird’s eye view of the township below. Later in the afternoon, return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 07: Tawang – Bomdila (170 kms / 8 hrs)

After breakfast transfer to Bomdila (8,200 ft.) – the headquarter 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.

 

Day 08: Bomdila – Kaziranga (210 kms / 8 hrs.)

After breakfast transfer to Kaziranga. On arrival check in the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at Kaziranga.

 

Day 09: Kaziranga National Park

Early morning explore any one zone of Kaziranga National Park on back of Elephant. Apart from the Rhino, other species found are Hog Deer, Swamp Deer, Wild Buffalo, Elephants and if you are lucky then tiger also. It is also home to pelicans, storks and darters as there are a number of water bodies inside the Park. Return to the resort for breakfast. In the afternoon enjoy jeep safari through the National Park. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Kaziranga.

 

Day 10: Kaziranga National Park – Guwahati (220 kms / 5 hrs.)

After breakfast drive to Guwahati. Arrive and check in at your hotel. Evening visit ‘Kalakshetra’, a place where Assamese history and culture. Return to hotel. Overnight stay at Guwahati.

 

Day 11: Guwahati Local Sightseeing

After breakfast out to visit Kamakhya Temple, Tirupati Balaji Temple, Nabagraha Temple, Assam State Museum, State Zoo cum Botanical Garden, Regional Science Centre and Sukreswar Temple (The 6th Jyotirlinga of Shiva). Afternoon we suggest an optional tour of Golden sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra (Direct Payment by own). Overnight stay at Guwahati.

 

Day 12: Hotel – Guwahati Airport / Rly Station

After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey.

 

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