Assam 06 Days & 05 Nights

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Overview

Assam is a state in northeastern India known for its wildlife, archeological sites and tea plantations. In the west, Guwahati, Assam’s largest city, features silk bazaars and the hilltop Kamakhya Temple. Umananda Temple sits on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra river. The state capital, Dispur, is a suburb of Guwahati. The ancient pilgrimage site of Hajo and Madan Kamdev, the ruins of a temple complex, lie nearby. Meghalaya, state of India, located in the northeastern part of the country. It is bounded by the Indian state of Assam to the north and northeast and by Bangladesh to the south and southwest. The state capital is the hill town of Shillong, located in east-central Meghalaya.Meghalaya—alaya (“abode”) and megha (“of the clouds”)—occupies a mountainous plateau of great scenic beauty. It became a state in 1972. Area 8,660 square miles (22,429 square km). Pop. (2011) 2,964,007.

Itinerary

  • Receive from Guwahati airport and transfer to hotel. Evening free time to explore the city. Overnight stay at Guwahati.

  • After breakfast visit Kamakhya temple – The temple is dedicated to goddess Kamakhya an incarnation of Sati. It is on Nilachal hill, says the Shiva Purana, that the yoni or creative organ of Sati fell when Vishnu, in a bid to save the world from the Shiva’s tandavanrittya or dance of destruction, cut her dead body into 51 pieces with his suddarshan chakra also visit Navagraha temple, Umananda temple, Balaji Temple, state Zoo. Later transfer to Shillong – is a hill station in the northeastern part of India and the capital of Meghalaya, which means “The Abode of Clouds”, through lush green hills and the Umiam lake in between.Overnight stay at Shillong.

  • After breakfast proceed for full day Shillong sightseeing – visit Elephant Falls – 12 km on the outskirts of the city, the mountain stream descends through three successive falls set in dells of fern covered rocks, Lady Hydari Park: The park stretches over a kilometre and has an adjacent mini zoo, Ward’s Lake: Known locally as Nan-Polok. It is an artificial lake with garden and boating facilities, built during the colonial era, Shillong Golf Course: Shillong has one of the largest natural golf courses in Asia: Gleneagles of the East. It enjoys the rare distinction of being one of the few natural golf courses in Asia. Not only is the Shillong Golf Course scenic and enjoyable, it is also challenging. Shillong Golf Course is considered to be the “Glen Eagle of the East” at the United States Golf Association Museum, Shillong Peak: A picnic spot, 10 km from the city, 1966 m above sea level, offers a panoramic view of the scenic countryside and is the highest point in the state, Visit jeep safari in the National Park for Wildlife viewing in the central zone. Overnight stay at Shillong.

After breakfast transfer proceed towards – Dawki – It is approximately 85 Kilometers& is nearly 02 ½ hours one way journey – Attraction is the Umngot River that marks the natural separation between the Khasi and the Jaintia Hills – The river can be forded by a suspension bridge that connects India to Bangladesh – Dawki-Tamabil is one of the few road border crossings between India and Bangladesh – excursion to Dawki (Bangladesh border) and then to Mawlynnong the cleanest village in Asia – It is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of the Meghalaya state, India – It is famous for its cleanliness and natural attraction – Later proceed towards – Cherrapunji – is approximately 54 kilometers and is nearly 01 hour and 45 minutes drive one way by road, high above misty valleys and foaming rivers, ensconced in swirling clouds and perched on an escarpment, lies Cherrapunji (4,500 feet). This is a stunning location and the year-round rain earned Cherrapunji coveted entry long ago into the Guinness Book of World Records as the wettest place on earth, the place where the rainfall can be recorded in feet rather than in millimeters. Appropriately, Cherrapunji lies in the heart of the State of Meghalaya-the abode of clouds. Overnight stay at Cherrapunji.

After breakfast proceed for Cherrapunji sightseeing visit Nohkalikai Falls – Tallest plunge waterfall in India which presents a sight to behold during monsoon, Mawsmai Cave – Offering a thrilling experience, the cave is a wonderful work of nature, The MawkdokDympep Valley View – A viewpoint offering astounding scenery of the surroundings, Eco Park – To witness beautiful blooming orchids, Seven Sisters Falls – Falling from a height of 1033 feet, the Seven Sisters Falls or the Nohsngithiang Falls are 70 meters wide, Thangkharang Park – Located on the edge of the cliff, the park overlooks the Kynrem Falls, Motrop or KhohRamhah – Cone-shaped rock formation which was once believed to be a giant’s basket. Later transfer to Shillong. Overnight stay at Shillong.

After breakfast drop to Airport for sweet home.

Inclusions

  • 01 Night hotel accommodations in Guwahati.
  • 02 Nights hotel accommodations in Shillong.
  • 01 Night hotel accommodations in Cherrapunji.
  • Breakfast and Dinner in hotel.
  • Full day Guwahati Sightseeing.
  • Transfer From Guwahati to Shillong.
  • Shillong Sightseeing.
  • Transfer FromShillong to Cherrapunji.
  • Cherrapunji Sightseeing.
  • Transfer FromCherrapunji to Guwahati Airport.
  • Transfer from Airport-Hotel-Airport.
  • All sightseeing & tours by independent & well-maintained Vehicle.
  • All taxes inclusive.

Exclusions

  • Guest Insurance.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • All Entry fees.
  • Air Fare / Train Fare.

Price & Rates

No of pax Age Limit Price per pax (Rs)
No of pax Age Limit Price per pax (Rs)
Adult Above 12 years INR X,000/- /Adult
Child Below 12 years INR X,000/- /Child

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Terms & Conditions

  • A Person Below 12 Years Of Age On Date Of Return Flight Will Be Considered A Child.
  • Third Person In A Triple Room Will Be Provided A Roll Away Bed.
  • All Transfers And Sightseeing (As Specified In The Itinerary) By Non Air-Conditioned Coach
  • It Is Suggested To Carry One Check In Bag And One Hand Bag Per Person Only, Due To Limited Boot Space In The Coach.
  • Services Of Our Tour Manager Or Local Representatives, While On Tour.
  • A Local Representative Or Your Coach Driver May Only Be There To Assist You During Your Initial Part Of The Tour.
  • The North East Is Made Up Of Eight States: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim And Tripura
  • If You Want To Cover All The States In One Trip, You Will Need Around 15 Days To Cover The Entire North East. But, If You’re Looking To Cover Each State One By One, 5-7 Days Are Enough F Each State.
  • Mizoram Is The Most Pocket Friendly State To Visit In The North East.
  • It Is Safe To Travel To The North East.
  • Following Are The Major International Airports In The North East:
    • Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati Imphal International Airport, Manipur Silchar Airport, Assam Dibrugarh Airport, Assam Dimapur Airport, Nagaland Agartala Airport, Tripura
  • Sikkim Was Made A Part Of The North East On 15th May 1975.
  • Assam, Meghalaya And Tripura Do Not Need Any Permits To Visit. Arunachal Pradesh,
    • Mizoram, Manipur And Nagaland, However, Require AnIlp Or Inner Line Permit To Visit.
  • While Sikkim Does Not Require An Inner Line Pass To Visit, There Are Certain Areas That Need An Ilp: Menmecho Lake, Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La And Kupup In The East. Chopta, Chungthang, Lachung, Thangu, Yumesamdong, Yumthang Valley, Lachen And Gurudongmar Lake In The North.
  • Guwahati Is The Best Place To Start A Road Trip Across The North East. It Is One Of The Biggest Cities In The Region When You Can Get The Inner Line Passes For Other States Quite Easily.
  • Arunachal Pradesh And Sikkim Are The Two North East States That Receive Seasonal Snowfall During Winter.
  • The Sobriquet Of Seven Sisters Was First Coined In 1972 By A Journalist Named Jyoti Prakash Salgia During The Inaugural Foundation Of These North Eastern States Of India. Despite The Ethnic Disparities, All The States In The Region Share Similar Geographical And Cultural Features. Initially, They Also Shared The Isolation From The Rest Of India Which Lead To A Mutual Interdependence Of Social, Political And Economic Nature. Though Sikkim Joined This Group In 1975, It Is Often Referred To As A Brother Rather Than The Eighth Sister. Therefore, These North Eastern States Are Still Collectively Referred To As The Seven Sisters.
  • Certain Sightseeing/Excursions If Closed Then Alternate Sightseeing Will Be Done.
  • Kindly Note That On Certain Departure Dates The Tour Routing Could Change. In Some Tours, There Is Also A Possibility That The Tour Could Operate In Reverse Itinerary. However, You Will Not Miss Any Sightseeing Or Excursions That Are Mentioned In The Itinerary Unless Its Closed Due To Holiday. Your Tour Manager Will Notify You The Same.
  • No Refunds For Unutilized Services.
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Cancellation & Refund Policy :
  • Before 45 Days 25% Charge of Total Amount
  • Before 30 Days 50% charge of Total Amount
  • Before 15 Days 75% Charge of Total Amount
  • Before 10 Days 100% Charge of Total Amount