20 Day Trip covering Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim

Key Considerations for the Trip:

1. A family of two covering Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim for 20 days. The trips start and end in New Delhi.

2. Keeping the trip very casual and relaxing and not hectic.

3. Unwind with a relaxing experience with tracking experience and excellent scenery. Remember to try local food wherever possible.

4. The choice of hotels in a good location would be moderate and include a local breakfast. Explore from the Expedia Group link provided below for more hotel options.

5. The breakdown of cost (estimated) should cover flights, hotels, local travel, and food, assuming two people at the current price.

6. If 20 Days is too long you can cut short your vacation by selecting few locations.

Day 1: Arrival in New Delhi

Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
Check into a hotel in New Delhi.

Accommodation in New Delhi:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Ginger or similar.
Estimated Cost for 1 night (for 2 people, including breakfast): $70-100 USD

Day 2: New Delhi to Guwahati

Take a flight from New Delhi to Guwahati, Assam.
Upon arrival in Guwahati, check into your hotel.
Explore Guwahati’s local markets or visit the Kamakhya Temple.

Accommodation in Guwahati:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Kiranshree Portico or similar.
Estimated Cost for 1 night (for 2 people, including breakfast): $60-80 USD

Day 3: Guwahati to Bhalukpong (Arunachal Pradesh)

Drive to Bhalukpong, the entry point to Arunachal Pradesh.
Check into a hotel in Bhalukpong.

Accommodation in Bhalukpong:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Druk or similar.
Estimated Cost for 1 night (for 2 people, including breakfast): $40-60 USD

Day 4: Bhalukpong to Dirang

Drive to Dirang, a beautiful town in Arunachal Pradesh.
Visit the Dirang Dzong and hot springs.

Accommodation in Dirang:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Norphel Retreat or similar.
Estimated Cost for 2 nights (for 2 people, including breakfast): $120-150 USD

Day 5: Dirang

Explore Dirang’s local attractions.
Optional: Jungle safari in the Dirang Wildlife Sanctuary.

Day 6: Dirang to Tawang

Drive to Tawang, a stunning destination in Arunachal Pradesh.
Visit Sela Pass en route.

Accommodation in Tawang:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Buddha or similar.
Estimated Cost for 4 nights (for 2 people, including breakfast): $300-400 USD

Day 7-9: Tawang

Explore Tawang’s monasteries, including Tawang Monastery.
Visit the War Memorial and Pangong Tso Lake.
Enjoy local cuisine and interact with locals.

Day 10: Tawang to Bomdila

Drive to Bomdila.
Visit Bomdila Monastery and explore the town.

Accommodation in Bomdila:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Siphiyang Phong or similar.
Estimated Cost for 2 nights (for 2 people, including breakfast): $100-150 USD

Day 11: Bomdila

Explore Bomdila’s local attractions.
Enjoy local cuisine.

Day 12: Bomdila to Tezpur

Drive to Tezpur.
Visit Agnigarh Hill and Mahabhairav Temple.

Accommodation in Tezpur:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include Hotel Kalash or similar.
Estimated Cost for 1 night (for 2 people, including breakfast): $50-70 USD

Day 13: Tezpur to Kaziranga National Park

Drive to Kaziranga National Park.
Go for a wildlife safari in the park.

Accommodation near Kaziranga:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include IORA – The Retreat or similar.
Estimated Cost for 2 nights (for 2 people, including breakfast): $200-250 USD

Day 14: Kaziranga National Park

Enjoy another day exploring Kaziranga and its wildlife.

Day 15: Kaziranga to Gangtok (Sikkim)

Drive to Guwahati and catch a flight to Bagdogra.
From Bagdogra, drive to Gangtok, Sikkim.
Check into your hotel in Gangtok.

Accommodation in Gangtok:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels include The Golden Crest or similar.
Estimated Cost for 4 nights (for 2 people, including breakfast): $300-400 USD

Day 16-18: Gangtok

Explore Gangtok’s monasteries, such as Rumtek Monastery.
Visit Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La Pass (if permitted), and Banjhakri Falls.
Experience Sikkimese culture and cuisine.

Day 19: Gangtok to New Delhi

Fly from Bagdogra to New Delhi.
Spend your last night in New Delhi.

Accommodation in New Delhi:

Hotel Name: Suggested hotels are the same as Day 1.
Estimated Cost for 1 night (for 2 people, including breakfast): $70-100 USD

Day 20: Departure

Depart from New Delhi.

Estimated Total Cost (for 2 people):

Flights: $1,800-2,500 USD (approx.)
Accommodation: $1,000-1,300 USD (approx.)
Local Travel (including driver and car rental): $800-1,000 USD (approx.)
Food: $400-600 USD (approx.)
Activities/Sightseeing: Varies depending on your choices.

Average Temperatures:

Arunachal Pradesh: Temperatures can vary, but in general, expect cool to mild weather, especially in higher-altitude places like Tawang and Bomdila.
Sikkim (Gangtok): Temperatures in Gangtok can range from cool to mildly cold, so pack accordingly, especially if you plan to visit Nathu La Pass.

Please note that this is a suggested itinerary, and you should customize it to your preferences and interests. Make sure to check for any travel advisories, entry permits, and COVID-19 guidelines before your trip, as these may impact your plans.