Trip Consideration:
- Two people trip.
- Covering Arunachal Pradesh and Assam in 10 days.
- The trip originates and end in New Delhi.
- The trip would be designed to relax and unwind. To enjoy wildlife and mountains with breathtaking scenery along with Buddhist monasteries. The duration of the hotel stay would depend on individual choice.
- The hotels are moderate for budget purposes. But one can upgrade or downgrade depending on budget. Please use the Expedia Group (link provided below).
Day 1:
- Arrive at Guwahati International Airport (GHY) in Assam.
- Take a taxi or cab to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its one-horned rhinoceros population.
- Check into your hotel in Kaziranga National Park.
- Relax and enjoy the evening at your hotel.
Day 2:
- Go on a jeep safari in Kaziranga National Park.
- Visit the Kaziranga National Park Visitor Center to learn more about the park’s wildlife and conservation efforts.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Kaziranga National Park that serve local Assamese cuisine.
Day 3:
- Take a taxi or cab to Tawang, a town in Arunachal Pradesh known for its stunning mountain scenery and Buddhist monasteries.
- Check into your hotel in Tawang.
- Visit the Tawang Monastery, one of the largest and most important Buddhist monasteries in India.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Tawang that serve local Arunachali cuisine.
Day 4:
- Visit the Sela Pass, a high mountain pass that offers stunning views of the Himalayas.
- Visit the Tawang War Memorial, a memorial dedicated to the Indian soldiers who died in the Sino-Indian War of 1962.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Tawang that serve international cuisine.
Day 5:
- Go on a trek to Bumla Pass, a mountain pass on the border between India and China.
- Visit the Dirang Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress located in the village of Dirang.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Dirang that serve local Arunachali cuisine.
Day 6:
- Take a taxi or cab to Nameri National Park, a national park known for its diverse wildlife, including tigers, elephants, and leopards.
- Check into your hotel in Nameri National Park.
- Go on a jeep safari in Nameri National Park.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Nameri National Park that serve local Assamese cuisine.
Day 7:
- Visit the Nameri Eco Camp, a community-based tourism initiative that offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the local culture and environment.
- Go on a nature walk in the Nameri National Park.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Nameri National Park that serve international cuisine.
Day 8:
- Take a taxi or cab to Guwahati.
- Check into your hotel in Guwahati.
- Visit the Kamakhya Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Guwahati that serve local Assamese cuisine.
Day 9:
- Visit the Assam State Museum, a museum that houses a collection of artifacts from Assam’s history and culture.
- Take a boat ride on the Brahmaputra River.
- Have dinner at one of the many restaurants in Guwahati that serve international cuisine.
Day 10:
- Depart from Guwahati International Airport (GHY).
Hotels:
- Kaziranga National Park: Kaziranga Resort
- Tawang: Tawang Inn
- Dirang: Hotel Potala
- Nameri National Park: Nameri Eco Camp
- Guwahati: Hotel Brahmaputra Ashok
- Recommended, but one can change from Expedia Group (link below).
Estimated cost:
- Flights: $500
- Hotels: $1,000
- Local travel: $500
- Food: $500
Total: $2,500
Activities:
- Go on jeep safaris in Kaziranga National Park and Nameri National Park.
- Visit the Tawang Monastery, Sela Pass, Tawang War Memorial, Dirang Dzong, Nameri Eco Camp, Kamakhya Temple, Assam State Museum, and Brahmaputra River.
- Go on a nature walk in the Nameri National Park.
- Take a boat ride on the Brahmaputra River.
Average temperature:
- Kaziranga National Park: 25-35 degrees Celsius (77-95 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Tawang: 10-20 degrees Celsius
Please customize this itinerary to your preferences and interests. Ensure you check for any travel advisories, entry permits, and COVID-19 guidelines before your trip. Hotel names and phone numbers can be found through online booking platforms or travel websites closer to your travel date.
Shopping:
Some of the essential items are listed below. Get it from Amazon. Avoid shopping in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh if you are not used to bargaining. You can visit a FIXED price shop if you want.