Northeast Hills & Heritage Grand Tour

Your summer journey.

An eleven-day journey connecting Meghalaya’s villages and waterfalls with Arunachal’s monasteries and Assam’s heritage.

• Three nights in Shillong
• Dirang, Tawang & Bomdila
• Two nights in Guwahati

Where you’ll stay

• 3 nightsShillong
• 1 nightBhalukpong
• 1 nightDirang
• 2 nightsTawang
• 1 nightBomdila
• 2 nightsGuwahati

Your day-by-day itinerary

1. Guwahati → Shillong

   Meet on arrival in Guwahati and drive to Shillong with a stop at Umiam Lake (Barapani). If time permits, visit the Cathedral of Mary and Ward’s Lake. Spend the evening at leisure or explore Police Bazaar.

   Overnight in Shillong

2. Shillong → Cherrapunjee → Shillong

   Take a day trip to Cherrapunjee (Sohra), stopping at Elephant Falls and Duwan Sing Syiem viewpoint. Visit Seven Sisters Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave and the Ramakrishna Mission, then return to Shillong.

   Overnight in Shillong

3. Shillong → Mawlynnong → Dawki → Shillong

   Explore Mawlynnong village, its Sky Walk and Khasi village life. Walk to the living root bridge at nearby Rewai, then continue to Dawki and the Umngot River for a country-boat excursion and views towards the Bangladesh border. Boating and local visits depend on conditions. Carry a packed lunch if needed.

   Overnight in Shillong

4. Shillong → Bhalukpong

   Travel from Shillong to Bhalukpong on the Assam–Arunachal border and check in for the night.

   Overnight in Bhalukpong

5. Bhalukpong → Dirang

   Drive to Dirang, visiting Tipi Orchid Centre en route. Check in and spend the evening at leisure.

   Overnight in Dirang

6. Dirang → Tawang

   Continue towards Tawang, taking in the mountain landscapes and visiting Sela Pass and Jaswant Garh War Memorial where the route is accessible. The itinerary also includes Dirang Valley views and Jung (Nuranang) Falls. Mountain stops depend on weather and road conditions.

   Overnight in Tawang

7. Tawang monasteries & heritage

   Visit Tawang Monastery, Urgelling Monastery and Ani Gompa, followed by the War Memorial. The evening light-and-sound show is subject to its operating schedule.

   Overnight in Tawang

8. Tawang → Bomdila

   Drive back to Bomdila through mountain scenery. Check in and spend the evening at leisure.

   Overnight in Bomdila

9. Bomdila → Guwahati

   Leave after breakfast for the long drive to Guwahati. Check in and rest after the journey; travel time depends on road and traffic conditions.

   Overnight in Guwahati

10. Guwahati temples, heritage & culture

    Visit Kamakhya Temple, Navagraha Temple, the Heritage Museum and Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra. An evening Brahmaputra cruise is optional, payable directly and subject to river conditions and availability.

    Overnight in Guwahati

11. Guwahati → Guwahati airport

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to Guwahati airport for your onward journey. Visit Kamakhya Temple if time permits before departure.

Hotels & room arrangements

These are package categories, not ratings for a confirmed hotel. Named properties and room types are provided with your quotation. Extra mattresses may replace extra beds; a fourth adult may not be permitted in the same room. Child occupancy, air conditioning and heating must be checked for the selected property.

Share dietary preferences, special requirements and birthdays or anniversaries in advance so the team can check suitable arrangements.

Your vehicle

The package guide suggests a commercial sedan such as a Dzire, Indigo or Xcent for up to 3 guests; an Innova, Xylo or similar MUV for 4–6; and a Tempo Traveller for 7–20. Luggage carriers and preferred push-back seating are subject to availability. Confirm the actual vehicle and luggage capacity in your quotation.

Package arrangements & quotation

This itinerary sets out the planned route, sightseeing and overnight locations. Exact hotels, meals, transfers, safari permits, entry fees and activity charges will be itemised in your quotation. No package price is published; request a quote for your dates and group.

Optional activities & extra costs

Activities marked optional or on direct payment are separate unless explicitly included in your quotation. These may include Brahmaputra cruises, additional boating, cultural shows, water sports or extensions. Flights, personal expenses and any other exclusions will be confirmed before booking.

Before you travel

• Carry rain protection and appropriate footwear for waterfall visits and steep root-bridge walks.
• Arrival-day sightseeing and departure-day temple visits depend on flight times. Museum visits, ferries and river cruises depend on opening schedules, water levels and availability.
• Plan permit arrangements for Arunachal in advance. The team will confirm current documents and permissions for your nationality and route. High-altitude travel needs advance planning; share relevant travel requirements before finalising the route.
• Mountain driving times can change with road and weather conditions. Confirm accommodation amenities, heating, connectivity and payment options before travel.
• An additional border excursion from Tawang requires separate permission and a locally arranged vehicle. It is not included in this itinerary; current costs and any extra day must be confirmed separately, and permissions can be withdrawn.

Plan the details

• Assam travel guide
• Meghalaya travel guide
• Arunachal Pradesh travel guide
• Car rental with driver
• Hotels & homestays
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