Overview
Experience an unforgettable 21 Nights / 22 Days Northeast India journey covering the diverse landscapes and cultural highlights of Sikkim, Darjeeling, Meghalaya, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The journey takes you through the scenic beauty of Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, Kaziranga, Bomdila, Tawang, Dirang and Shergaon, combining mountain landscapes, monasteries, waterfalls, lakes, wildlife, trekking, villages and cultural experiences.
Highlights include Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Yumthang Valley, Pelling sightseeing, Tiger Hill, Cherrapunji waterfalls and caves, Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek, Mawryngkhang Trek, Dawki and the Umngot River, Kaziranga wildlife safaris, Sela Pass, Bumla Pass, Madhuri Lake, Dirang, Sangti Valley and Shergaon. The tour concludes in Guwahati, with an optional visit to Kamakhya Temple before departure.
Top Highlights
- Kaziranga National Park
- Elephant Safari
- Jeep Safari
- Wildlife viewpoints
- Orchid Garden
- Tea Estate
- Kakochang Waterfalls
- Shillong
- Cherrapunji
- Elephant Falls
- Elephant Falls
- Bhalukpong
- Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
- Lady Hydari Park
Itinerary
Night Stay: Gangtok
Distance: 125 km
Arrival at Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station and scenic transfer to Gangtok.
The itinerary recommends setting off by noon to enjoy the landscapes, greenery, rivers and mountain views.
After hotel check-in, spend the evening exploring MG Road, enjoying local food and shopping.
Night Stay: Gangtok
Distance: 110 km
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
- Tsomgo Lake — approximately 12,400 ft
- Baba Mandir — approximately 13,200 ft
- Optional Nathula Pass, subject to permit availability and direct payment
Return to Gangtok for overnight stay.
Night Stay: Lachung
Distance: 118 km
After breakfast, proceed towards Lachung in North Sikkim.
En route visit:
- Naga Waterfall
- Chungthang — confluence of Lachen Chu & Lachung Chu
- Bhim Nala Waterfall
Check in at Lachung and relax.
Night Stay: Gangtok
Distance: 190 km
Early morning excursion to Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers.
Optional Zero Point visit at additional cost.
Also visit the hot springs and, weather permitting, enjoy the view of Khangchendzonga from Singhik View Point.
Return to Gangtok after lunch.
Night Stay: Pelling
Distance: 130 km
Travel towards Pelling with sightseeing in Namchi.
Visit:
- Chardham
- Samdruptse
- Sai Mandir
Continue towards Pelling and check into the hotel.
Night Stay: Darjeeling
Distance: 75 km
Visit:
- Darap Village
- Rimbi Water Falls
- Khecheopalri Lake
- Khangchendzongha Waterfalls
- Pemayangtse Monastery
- Rabdantse Ruins
- New Helipad Ground
Then transfer to Darjeeling and check in.
Night Stay: Siliguri
Distance: 65 km
Early visit to Tiger Hill, permit permitting, for sunrise and Kanchenjunga views.
Then select any 6 points from:
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
- P.N. Zoological Park
- Tenzing Rock
- Darjeeling Ropeway
- Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre
- Tea Gardens — outer view
- Japanese Temple
- Ghoom Monastery
- Batasia Loop
Transfer to Siliguri for overnight stay.
Night Stay: Shillong
Distance: 500 km
Early checkout from Siliguri and proceed to NJP Railway Station.
Take the train to Guwahati.
The file specifically mentions Vande Bharat Train No. 22227, with supplementary charges according to actual booking cost and subject to availability.
From Guwahati, transfer to Shillong.
En route visit Umiam Lake.
Evening at Police Bazar, Shillong.
Night Stay: Cherrapunji
Distance: 55 km
Drive to Cherrapunji with stops at:
- Elephant Falls
- Wah-Kaba Falls
- Arwah Cave
- NohKaLikai Falls
- Dainthlen Falls
Check in at Cherrapunji.
Night Stay: Cherrapunji
Distance: — km
Trek to the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge from Tyrna village.
The itinerary describes the trek as approximately 3–4 hours and moderate in difficulty.
Optional extension towards Rainbow Falls.
Night Stay: Dawki / Shnongpdeng
Distance: 100 km
Proceed to the Mawryngkhang Bamboo Trek.
Then visit Mawlynnong Village before continuing to Dawki / Shnongpdeng.
Evening beside the Umngot River or optional night walk.
Night Stay: Shillong
Distance: 80 km
Enjoy water activities in Dawki / Shnongpdeng, including options such as kayaking, snorkeling and boating.
Visit the Living Root Bridge in Dawki.
Continue to Phe Phe Falls and then proceed to Shillong.
Night Stay: Kaziranga
Distance: 300 km
Early checkout and Shillong sightseeing:
- Don Bosco Museum
- Ward's Lake
- Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
- Lady Hydari Park
Then scenic drive to Kaziranga.
Evening at leisure.
Night Stay: Kaziranga
Distance: 50 km
Early morning 5:30 AM Elephant Safari.
Return for breakfast and rest.
At 2:30 PM, proceed for the Jeep Safari, returning around 5:30 PM.
The itinerary mentions opportunities to see rhinoceroses, elephants, tigers and birds.
Night Stay: Bomdila
Distance: 250 km
Begin with an early morning elephant safari.
After breakfast and checkout, drive towards Bomdila.
En route:
- Assam tea estates
- Orchid Research Centre, Tipi
- Waterfalls
- Nag Mandir
Arrive in Bomdila for overnight stay.
Night Stay: Tawang
Distance: 170 km
Drive towards Tawang via:
- Sela Pass — approximately 13,700 ft
- Sela Lake / Paradise Lake
- Jaswant Garh War Memorial
Arrive at Tawang and check in.
Night Stay: Tawang
Distance: 70 km
Excursion to:
- Bumla Pass
- PT Tso Lake
- Madhuri Lake
A special permit is required for Bumla Pass, and limited local registered vehicles are permitted.
The file specifies that a private local SUV must be hired on direct payment for this excursion.
Night Stay: Dirang
Distance: 150 km
Drive towards Dirang.
En route:
- Jang Waterfall
- Nyukmadung War Memorial
- Dirang Hot Spring
- Sangti Valley
Check into the Dirang hotel.
Night Stay: Shergaon
Distance: 140 km
Explore:
- Dirang Hot Spring
- Sangti Valley
- Mandala Top
- Bomdila View Point
- Zangdokpalri Monastery
- Chilipam Waterfall
Arrive in Shergaon and stay at a homestay.
Night Stay: Shergaon
Distance: — km
Explore Shergaon after breakfast.
Visit:
- Choskorong Waterfalls
- Yeshi GoGo Waterfalls
- Ancient ruins
- Megalithic sites
- Apple and kiwi orchards
The itinerary mentions sampling apples and other exotic fruits from the orchards.
Night Stay: Guwahati
Distance: 235 km
Early breakfast and checkout.
Scenic transfer back to Guwahati through the lush landscapes.
Check into the Guwahati hotel and relax.
Night Stay: —
Distance: — km
After breakfast, check out.
If time permits, visit Kamakhya Temple.
Then transfer to Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for departure.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Meals as per Meal Plan
- Transportation
- Fuel
- Road Toll Tax
- Experienced driver service from point to point as mentioned in itinerary
- Toll taxes
- Driver's allowance
Cost Excludes
- Personal expenses:
- Laundry
- Telephone
- Tips
- Gratuity
- Mineral / soft / hard drinks
- Festive charges, if any, payable directly at hotel
- Additional sightseeing
- Extra vehicle usage beyond itinerary
- Boating
- Camera fees
- Guide / tour escort charges
- Entrance fees
- Costs arising due to natural calamities such as:
- Landslides
- Road blockage
- Political disturbances
- Any increase in taxes or fuel prices affecting surface transportation / land arrangements
- Insurance
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
General
21 Nights / 22 Days.
Kaziranga 1N → Shillong 1N → Cherrapunji 1N → Dawki 1N → Guwahati 1N
Guwahati Airport / Railway Station.
Guwahati Airport / Railway Station.
Hotels
| Destination | Luxury | Premium | Deluxe | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gangtok | Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino / Vivanta Sikkim Pakyong / Similar | The Fern Denzong Hotel & Spa / Yashshree Sikkim Blossom / Hotel The North Star / Udaan Woodberry Hotel & Spa (Veg) / Similar | Avianna Resort & Spa / Rufina Pinasa Residency / Hotel Royal Residency (Veg) / Sikkim Continental (Veg) / White Conch Residency (Veg) / Similar | Avianna Resort & Spa / Rufina Pinasa Residency / Hotel Royal Residency (Veg) / Sikkim Continental (Veg) / White Conch Residency (Veg) / Similar |
| Lachung | Yarlam Resort | Jewel Kongchen Retreat & Spa / Tashi Gakhil / Le Coxy Resort / Similar | Lachung Continental (Veg) / Hotel Lachung Eyes (Veg) / Rufina Lachung Kunga / Similar | Lachung Continental (Veg) / Hotel Lachung Eyes (Veg) / Rufina Lachung Kunga / Similar |
| Pelling | The Elgin Mount Pandim – Heritage Resort & Spa | Mount Magnolia Boutique Hotel & Spa / Udaan Pine Crest & Spa (Veg) / Similar | Rufina Palm Bliss / Hotel Sonamchen (Veg) / Palpasha Resorts (Veg) / Similar | Rufina Palm Bliss / Hotel Sonamchen (Veg) / Palpasha Resorts (Veg) / Similar |
| Darjeeling | Taj Chia Kutir Resort & Spa Darjeeling / Ging Tea House / Mayfair Hill Resorts / Similar | Little Tibet Resort / Hotel Cresent / RJ Resort / Udaan Nirvana Resort (Veg) / Yashshree Sanderling / Similar | Golden Oren / White Yak / Golden Dolma / Pink Mountain (Veg) / Similar | Golden Oren / White Yak / Golden Dolma / Pink Mountain (Veg) / Similar |
| Siliguri | Mayfair Tea Resort | Lemon Tree / Ramada / Courtyard | Mount Amara / Milestone / The Four Vedas / Similar | Mount Amara / Milestone / The Four Vedas / Similar |
| Shillong | Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong / Courtyard by Marriott Shillong / Ri Kynjai – Serenity By The Lake | Hotel Polo Tower / Heritage Club Tripura Castle / Similar | Lady Bird Hotel / Hotel Nirvana Orchid / Hotel Gateway Shillong / Similar | Comfort Inn / White Cloud Guest House / Similar |
| Cherrapunji | Polo Orchid Resort / Jiva Resort | Cherrapunji Holiday Resort / San Naela Resort / Similar | Serene Resort / The Crescent Hotel / Labana Hotel / Similar | Cindy Homestay / Liliancy Homestay / Similar |
| Dawki / Shnongpdeng | Betelnut Resort | Betelnut Resort | Betelnut Resort | Homestay |
| Kaziranga | Vaani Greens (Suites) / Diphlu River Lodge | Royal de Casa Resort / Iora Retreat / Resort Borgos / Foxtail Orchid / Kaziranga Golf Resort / Similar | Landmark Woods Resort / D Courtyard Resort / Dhanashree Resort / Shoolin Woods / Similar | Amarghar Homestay / Akashdeep Bhavan / TG Resort / Bonroja Motel / Similar |
| Bomdila | Hotel Elysium (Premium) / Hotel Grand / Similar | Hotel Elysium (Premium) / Hotel Grand / Similar | Hotel Elysium (Executive) / Hotel Grand / Hotel Tsepal Yangjom / Similar | Atisha Guest House / Hotel Hill Plaza / Similar |
| Tawang | Vivanta Tawang / Timilo Boutique | Tawang Heights / Hotel Yongzom / Similar | Tawang Heights / Hotel Zaxstar / Hotel Taktsang / Similar | Tseten Homestay / Taktserholidays / Similar |
| Dirang | Hotel Rigsel (Executive) / Pemaling Residency / Similar | Hotel Rigsel (Executive) / Pemaling Residency / Similar | Hotel Rigsel (Deluxe) / Pemaling Residency / Awoo Resort / Similar | Snow Lion / White Tara Homestay / Gonpalok Homestay / Similar |
| Shergaon | Oakley Groves / Kanoka / Similar | Oakley Groves / Kanoka / Similar | Red Berry Riverview Heritage Homestay / Shergaon Farmstay / Similar | Red Berry Riverview Heritage Homestay / Shergaon Farmstay / Similar |
| Guwahati | Radisson Blu Hotel / Novotel / Vivanta / Similar | Greenwood Resort / Ratnamouli / Similar | Hotel The Kalyaniz / Hotel Rains Inn / Similar | Monsoon Palace / Swagatam Inn / Similar |
TRANSPORTATION
| Vehicle | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6 Pax | 8 Pax | 10 Pax | 12 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire / Similar — Max 4 Pax | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | — | — |
| Innova / Ertiga / Similar — Max 6 Pax | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 2 |
