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Discover the enchanting landscapes, rich cultures, and unique wildlife of North East India with our comprehensive 22-day itinerary. This tour covers Tripura, Assam, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Manipur. The best time to visit is from October to April, ensuring pleasant weather for exploration.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Agartala (Tripura)

• Arrival and Transfer: Arrive at Agartala Airport and transfer to your hotel, Sonar Tori, just 30 minutes away.
• Sightseeing: Visit Lakshmi Mandir, Ujjayanta Palace, and Jagannath Temple. Explore local markets renowned for bamboo handicrafts crafted by expert artisans.
• Evening: Leisure time to relax and acclimate.
• Overnight: Agartala

Day 2: Agartala – Udaipur – Agartala (Tripura)

• Excursion: After breakfast, drive to Udaipur (2-hour drive).
• Wildlife and Temples: Visit Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary. In Udaipur, see Matabari Temple and Kali Temple, located near the Bangladesh border.
• Cultural Experience: Proceed to Mela Ghar to visit Neer Mahal, a lake palace built in the middle of Rudrasagar Lake.
• Return and Overnight: Agartala

Day 3: Agartala – Silchar (Assam)

• Drive: After breakfast, embark on an 8-hour drive to Silchar.
• Overnight: Stay at Borail View, Silchar.

Day 4: Silchar – Aizawl (Mizoram)

• Drive: Morning drive to Aizawl (6-hour drive).
• City Tour: Visit the city viewpoint and Bara Bazaar, a bustling market showcasing local crafts and goods.
• Overnight: Stay at Hotel Regency, Aizawl.

Day 5: Aizawl (Mizoram)

• Cultural Exploration: Visit State Museum and Mizo Model Village to understand the Mizo culture and traditions.
• Nature and Village Life: Drive to Vantawng Falls and visit a typical Mizo tribal village.
• Overnight: Aizawl

Day 6: Aizawl – Silchar (Assam)

• Return: Drive back to Silchar.
• Cultural Stop: Visit a typical Rengma Naga village.
• Overnight: Silchar

Day 7: Silchar – Shillong (Meghalaya)

• Drive: After breakfast, drive to Shillong (9-hour drive).
• Overnight: Stay at Hotel Poinisuk, Shillong.

Day 8: Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Shillong (Meghalaya)

• Natural Wonders: Visit Elephant Falls, Nohkalikai Falls (the fourth highest waterfall in the world), Mawsmai Cave, Danthlen Falls, and Krem Falls.
• Return and Overnight: Shillong

Day 9: Shillong – Mawlynnong – Shillong (Meghalaya)

• Cleanest Village: Drive to Mawlynnong, known as the cleanest village in Asia. Explore the picturesque village and trek to the Single Decker Living Root Bridge in Riwai village.
• Return and Overnight: Shillong

Day 10: Shillong – Nameri/Tezpur (Assam)

• Drive: Travel to Nameri/Tezpur (7-hour drive).
• Evening: Leisure time.
• Overnight: Stay at Nameri Eco Camp.

Day 11: Nameri – Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh)

• Drive: Journey to Dirang (10-hour drive), stopping at TIPPI Orchid Research Centre.
• Cultural Visit: Explore Dirang Dzong and a Monpa village.
• Overnight: Stay at Norphel Retreat, Dirang.

Day 12: Dirang – Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh)

• Scenic Drive: Visit Dirang Monastery, Sela Lake at Sela Pass, Jaswant Ghar, and Nunarang Falls.
• Arrival: Reach Tawang in the evening.
• Overnight: Stay at Hotel Yangzom, Tawang.

Day 13: Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh)

• Cultural Immersion: Full day excursion in Tawang. Visit Tawang War Memorial, Urgelling Monastery, Ani Gompa, and the local market.
• Overnight: Tawang

Day 14: Tawang – Bomdila (Arunachal Pradesh)

• Drive: Travel to Bomdila (8-hour drive).
• Sightseeing: Visit Bomdila Monastery and Bomdila Point.
• Overnight: Stay at Tsepal Yangjom, Bomdila.

Day 15: Bomdila – Kaziranga (Assam)

• Drive: Journey to Kaziranga (5.5-hour drive).
• Arrival: Check into Iora - The Retreat.
• Evening: Leisure time.
• Overnight: Kaziranga

Day 16: Kaziranga (Assam)

• Wildlife Safari: Early morning elephant ride followed by a jeep safari. Explore the rich biodiversity of Kaziranga National Park, home to the one-horned rhinoceros.
• Evening: Leisure time.
• Overnight: Kaziranga

Day 17: Kaziranga – Majuli – Jorhat (Assam)

• Drive and Ferry: Travel to Majuli (2-hour drive and 1-hour ferry).
• Cultural Exploration: Explore Majuli, the world's largest inhabited river island and a center of Vaishnavaite culture.
• Drive: Return to Jorhat.
• Overnight: Stay at Puroni Bheti, Jorhat.

Day 18: Jorhat – Kohima (Nagaland)

• Drive: Travel to Kohima (6-hour drive).
• Sightseeing: Visit Kohima War Memorial and local market.
• Overnight: Stay at Hotel Vivor, Kohima.

Day 19: Kohima (Nagaland)

• Cultural Immersion: Explore Kohima Museum, Emporium, and Angami villages. Visit Khonoma village, the first “Green Village” in India.
• Return and Overnight: Kohima

Day 20: Kohima – Imphal (Manipur)

• Drive: Travel to Imphal (5-hour drive).
• Sightseeing: If time permits, explore Ima Market, Govindajee Temple, and Kangla Fort.
• Overnight: Stay at Classic Grande, Imphal.

Day 21: Imphal (Manipur)

• Nature and History: Visit Loktak Lake and Keibul Lamjao National Park. Explore Japanese War Memorial, INA Museum, and Red Hill.
• Evening: Leisure time.
• Overnight: Imphal

Day 22: Departure from Imphal (Manipur)

• Transfer: Drive to Imphal Airport for your onward journey.

Accommodation

1. Agartala: Sonar Tori
2. Silchar: Borail View
3. Aizawl: Hotel Regency
4. Shillong: Hotel Poinisuk
5. Nameri/Tezpur: Nameri Eco Camp
6. Dirang: Norphel Retreat
7. Tawang: Hotel Yangzom
8. Bomdila: Tsepal Yangjom
9. Kaziranga: Iora - The Retreat
10. Jorhat: Puroni Bheti
11. Kohima: Hotel Vivor
12. Imphal: Classic Grande

Estimated Cost

• Accommodation: €1,500 per person
• Transportation: €1,000 per person
• Meals and Activities: €800 per person
• Miscellaneous (Permits, Guides, etc.): €300 per person
• Total Estimated Cost: €3,600 per person

Best Time to Visit

• October to April: Ideal weather for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Important Notes

• Road conditions can be challenging in Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.
• Monsoon season (June to August) is not recommended for travel.
• Expect limited mobile network coverage and credit card acceptance.
• The itinerary may be subject to changes due to local conditions like strikes or landslides.
• Pre-paid and international roaming connections might not work in this region.
• Restricted Area Permit is required for Arunachal Pradesh.