Meghalaya (SUV Road Trip)

9 Days

Overview

Meghalaya meaning “Abode of Clouds” is the most mesmerizing hill station of Northeast India and also the most popular. This place has an abundance of attractions for nature lovers whether it’s the double-decker and single-decker root bridge, the Cleanest Village in Asia, crystal clear DAWKI lake or the beautiful LAITLUM CANYON. There is also a multitude of caves and waterfalls in Cherrapunjee, a few kilometres drive from Shillong town. The tallest plunge waterfall, Nohkalikai Falls also present here is a hotbed for tourists in Meghalaya.

The Khongthon Village, known as the whistling village of Meghalaya has special recognition as it follows a unique tradition.

 

Surrounded by the Himalayan region, Arunachal Pradesh is a mystic beauty and records an increasing tourist influx every year. The Buddhist monasteries of Tawang are considered to be the second largest in the world and the oldest. The snow clad mountain passes, the serene lakes and the adventure-filled winding roads allure travellers to venture to this amazing place.

Arunachal can give you many travel opportunities that no one should afford to miss.

The top destinations are Tawang, Sela Pass, Tawang Monastery, Shonga-tser Lake, Bumla Pass, Bomdila Monastery, Dirang Valley, Hot Water Spring at Dirang, Thupsung Dhargye Ling (a hub of Tibetan culture and Buddhist learning), LDL Buddhist monastery.

Sela pass, a narrow pass in the mountainous regions of Arunachal Pradesh, at an elevation of 13,700 ft above mean sea level. This pass signals our entry into the Tawang valley which has several scenic spots like Paradise Lake, Jung Falls, Jaswant Garh, etc en route.

Tawang is also popularly known as ‘Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains’. It has been a hotspot for travellers across India curious to experience the mystical Northeastern region. It is the land of the Monpa Tribes. It is home to the world’s second largest monastery, the Tawang Monastery, also known as the Gaden Namgyal Lhatse.

Bumla Pass is located in the Indo China border and is a must-visit destination when in Tawang. It is at an altitude of 16,500 ft above sea level and is located about 37 km away from Tawang. The picturesque PTSO Lake, Madhuri Lake can be visited on the way.

Dirang, a charming valley located on the way to Tawang is a beautiful place to visit. Tipi Orchidarium is nearby which has over 2000 orchids varieties.

 

Assam is the most charming state in North East India surrounded with aromatic tea and lush green hills, canoes sailing down the Brahmaputra river and dense jungles with the most exotic wildlife. Majuli Island in Assam is the world’s largest river island and a hotspot for tourists. People come here to experience the ancient neo-Vaishnavite cult, the many Satras and the dance drama form called ‘Bhaona’. Asam is famous for the Kamakhya Temple situated on the Nilachal hills, on the western flank of Guwahati city counted as one of the most popular temples of India. Kamakhya Temple is visited by lakhs of devotees every year. The annual festival called Ambubachi Mela, which is similar to the Kumbh Mela, is celebrated here when the temple records the highest visits of devotees.

Some of the best wildlife sanctuaries and tea gardens are present in Assam which never fails to overwhelm travellers. Assam is also a melting pot of heritage and history of the great Ahom dynasty. It’s an impeccable holiday destination for people seeking to experience new things.

Itinerary

Welcome to Guwahati. Meet and be assisted by our representative at the airport / railway station & proceed to Shillong, also called „Scotland of the East” (100 kms 3 hrs). While traveling we see the majestic Umiam Lake (Barapani) surrounded by sylvan hills and wrapped in the beauty of an assortment of green Khasi-pines and the azure blue skies. On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel. Evening you can visit the local market. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Get up early today to enjoy the mesmerizing mornings of Shillong and after breakfast at 07:30 A.M drive to Cherrapunjee (60 kms 1½hrs), which is the wettest place in the world. It is a pleasant drive to see roaring waterfalls leaping into deep gorges, including the famed Nohsngithiang Falls. The beautiful waterfall-Nohkalikai is at Cherrapunjee. You can also explore some of the caves in and around Cherrapunjee. Evening return to Shillong, en-route visit Elephanta falls and Shillong peak for some breathtaking views. Overnight stay in Shillong.

After breakfast today visit Don Bosco Monument, Ward‟s Lake where you can enjoy boating, Botanical Garden and Lady HydriPark. Evening you are free for your personal activities. Overnight stay in Shillong.

After morning breakfast, transfer to Kaziranga National Park, the home of the “One Horned Rhinoceros”, Check in at your hotel/Lodge/resort, Evening free for leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Kaziranga.

Early morning explore Western Zone of Kaziranga National Park on back of elephant. Apart from world‟s endangered One-horned Rhinoceros, the Park sustains half the world‟s population of genetically pure Wild Water Buffaloes, over 1000 Wild elephants and perhaps the densest population of Royal Bengal Tigers anywhere. Kaziranga is also a bird watcher‟s paradise and home to some 500 species of birds. The Crested Serpent Eagle, Palla‟s Fishing Eagle, Greyheaded Fishing Eagle, Swamp Partridge, Bar-headed goose, whistling Teal, Bengal Florican, Storks, Herons and Pelicans are some of the species found here. We will return to the resort for breakfast & then we will experience a jeep safari through the Central Zone of the National Park. After then leave Kaziranga for Dirang.
Dirang is famous for its apples. It has also started Kiwi cultivation in the winter. En-route visit Nag Temple and Asia‟s third largest Orchidarium at Tipi where you can see over 7500 orchids from a collection of about 300 species, some of them are very rare. On arrival Dirang, check in at hotel. Evening free for leisure.Overnight stay at hotel in Dirang.

Early in the morning, leave for Tawang. On the way to Tawang lies the world‟s second highest pass – the Sela Pass which runs through a small ridge and along a placid Lake called the Paradise Lake. On the way cross the National Yak Research and Breeding Centre, Natural Hot Water Spring and Jaswantgarh.Jaswantgarh is a memorial to the brave soldier who single handedly tried to hold of the approaching Chines from the pass during the 1962 Indo – Chinese war. The stupa like Tawang war Memorial also salutes the heroes of the war. On arrival at Tawang, check in at your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Tawang.

Day 7 :
TAWANG

In the morning go for sightseeing in and around Tawang. Visit the War Memorial, the Handicrafts Centre, 6th Dalai Lama‟s Birth Place and finally the three hundred year old Tawang Monastery, the second largest Buddhist Monastery after Lhasa‟s Potala. Overnight stay at hotel in Tawang.

After morning breakfast, we will depart for Bhalukpong.
Bhalukpong is on the border of the states of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh is a place of enthralling scenic beauty. The sparking river Jia Bhorole which passes through Bhalukpong is an adventure lover‟s paradise. By the side of the river is the Nameri National Park which falls under Project Tiger. On arrival at Bhalukpong, check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Bhalukpong.

In the morning explore Nameri National Park, the home of the near extinct White Winged Wood duck. Besides, the parkabounds in elephants, Leopards, Sāmbhar, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Gaur, and a variety of birds including four species of Hornbill. In the afternoon proceed to Guwahati the Capital of Assam and with everlasting memories transfer to Guwahati airport/railway station for onward journey.

Inclusions

  • In the morning explore Nameri National Park, the home of the near extinct White Winged Wood duck. Besides, the parkabounds in elephants, Leopards, Sāmbhar, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Gaur, and a variety of birds including four species of Hornbill. In the afternoon proceed to Guwahati the Capital of Assam and with everlasting memories transfer to Guwahati airport/railway station for onward journey.

Exclusions

  • -Fuel | Entry Fees | Lunches | Mineral Water Bottles | Tips | Any Entry Fees at parks | Monasteries | Jeep Safari at KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK.

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Meghalaya (SUV Road Trip)