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Buddhist Splendour Meghalaya

Buddhist Splendour Meghalaya

Overview

  • Shillong - Witness amazing views from the Shillong Peak, Cherish the beauty of Umiam Lake enroute to Shillong, Soak in the tranquil environment at Cherrapunji, Marvel at the beauty of Seven Sister Waterfalls, Experience crystal-clear waters and scenic beauty at Dawki River, Get mesmerized by the beauty of Umngot River, Explore Asia's cleanest village, Mawlynnong, known for its pristine surroundings, unique living root bridges.
  • Dirang - Pay homage at JaswantGarh Indo Chinese War Memorial, Stop by Tipi Orchidarium in Dirang for a unique experience.
  • Tawang - Explore the wonders of the magnificent town of Tawang.
  • Bomdila - Review the adorable sights at Jung Falls.

Highlights

  • Shillong - Witness amazing views from the Shillong Peak, Cherish the beauty of Umiam Lake enroute to Shillong, Soak in the tranquil environment at Cherrapunji, Marvel at the beauty of Seven Sister Waterfalls, Experience crystal-clear waters and scenic beauty at Dawki River, Get mesmerized by the beauty of Umngot River, Explore Asia's cleanest village, Mawlynnong, known for its pristine surroundings, unique living root bridges.
  • Dirang - Pay homage at JaswantGarh Indo Chinese War Memorial, Stop by Tipi Orchidarium in Dirang for a unique experience.
  • Tawang - Explore the wonders of the magnificent town of Tawang.
  • Bomdila - Review the adorable sights at Jung Falls.

Inclusions

What your tour price includes?

  • Shillong - Witness amazing views from the Shillong Peak, Cherish the beauty of Umiam Lake enroute to Shillong, Soak in the tranquil environment at Cherrapunji, Marvel at the beauty of Seven Sister Waterfalls, Experience crystal-clear waters and scenic beauty at Dawki River, Get mesmerized by the beauty of Umngot River, Explore Asia's cleanest village, Mawlynnong, known for its pristine surroundings, unique living root bridges.
  • Dirang - Pay homage at JaswantGarh Indo Chinese War Memorial, Stop by Tipi Orchidarium in Dirang for a unique experience.
  • Tawang - Explore the wonders of the magnificent town of Tawang.
  • Bomdila - Review the adorable sights at Jung Falls.
  • Accommodation in the mentioned or similar hotels.
  • Daily breakfast at all places. (Except on day 01)
  • All transfers and sightseeing by AC Vehicle. Sedan (Xcent/Etios/Dzire/Aura/Tata Zest / etc) for 2-3 pax; SUV (Ertiga / Xylo / Marazzo etc) for 4-5 Pax & Tempo Traveller for 7-09 pax (Please note that AC will be switched off during hills )
  • All toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances.
  • All currently applicable hotel taxes except GST @ Current Rate

Exclusions

What your tour price does not include?

  • Any transport services to or from your originating place to Ex hub as per itinerary. 
  • Any Air, Train, Bus or Cruise fare from / to your originating city of stay, unless specified. 
  • Any other meal not mentioned in price includes.
  • Any other destination not mentioned in itinerary.
  • Supplement hike of Long weekend / Festive period / Blackout date
  • Christmas & New Year Gala Dinner.
  • Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside. 
  • Any increase in Fuel Price and any applicability of new taxes from the Government. 
  • Any upgrade in the hotel or its room category and cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation. 
  • Any extra expense such as route change, airline change, travel date change, accommodation facilities, etc. incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour. 
  • Porterage (coolie charges), tips, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, Sanctuary Park Fees, Camera Fee, Elephant / Horse / Pony Ride, Boat Ride, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or beverages. 
  • Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency. 
  • Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘tour price includes’ column. 
  • Any extra sightseeing, services or activity charges other than those included in itinerary. Any cost incurred for such requirements should be borne by the guests.

Supplement Charges Per Adult / Child

Particulars Standard Deluxe Premium
Dinner [Per Person/ Child] 9750 12250 14000
Upgrade from Sedan to MUV [Per Vehicle] 12000 12000 12000

Accommodation

Shillong - The Loft - Executive Inn / Similar 3 Nights

Meals

  • Daily breakfast at all places. (Except on day 01).

Tour program

DAY
1
ARRIVAL GUWAHATI DRIVE TO SHILLONG (130 KMS / 3 ½ hrs drive)

 

Your amazing trip will start with your arrival at Guwahati Airport/ Station. Guwahati, ‘The light of the East’ is the commercial capital of North East lying adjacent to the shores of the turbulent Brahmaputra. 

Start you journey Shillong a beautiful hill station also known as the “Scotland of the East” is the capital city of Meghalaya and one of the major tourist destinations of East India. Enroute visit Umiam Lake or Barapani - is the biggest artificial lake in Meghalaya in midst of sylvan hills adorned by Khasi pines & peerless beauty.

Later Visit Don Bosco Museum (closed on Sundays and Christian holidays), Cathedral of Marry, Golf Course and Ward’s Lake. 

After reaching Shillong, check-in to your hotel. 

Evening free at leisure to explore the region on own. You may take a walk to the famous Police Bazaar for shopping. where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake. 

Overnight in Shillong.

DAY
2
DAY 02: SHILLONG – CHERRAPUNJEE – SHILLONG (60 KMs / 2 hrs-One way)

After a satisfying breakfast leave for a sightseeing at the wettest place on the Earth! Yes, we are talking about Cherrapunji, which holds the all-time record for the most rainfall in a calendar month and in a year. 

In Cherrapunjee be witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a soft cave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerable formations inside it. Also visit the Garden of Caves. 

After a joyful day drive back to Shillong.

Overnight in Shillong.

Note: Most of the waterfalls are dry during winter season.

DAY
3
SHILLONG - MWALLYNONG - DAWKI - SHILLONG (100 kms/ 3 hrs/ one way)

After a delicious breakfast drive to Mwallynong, the cleanest village in Asia, also known as ‘God’s own Garden’. With over 80 households, the village gives the ambiance of walking in a well maintained park !  You will also be acquainted to the Khasi lifestyle, their culture and economy. 

Walk down a flight of almost 100 steps to witness nature’s wonder, living-root bridge.  The bridges are tangles of massive thick roots, which the local people inter-twine to form a bridge that can hold several people at a time. 

Later drive to Dawki, a village of the Jaintia community whose prime occupation is fishing. Be mesmerized by the beauty of the Umngot river. The river is famous for its crystal clear water. The Umngot river is the natural boundary between Ri Pnar or Jaintia Hills with Hima Khyrim of Khasi hills over which is a single span suspension bridge was constructed. This is the gateway to Bangladesh where major export and import transactions take place. Enjoy an amazing country boat river ride (at additional cost boat ride at additional cost). Drive up to the Bangladesh border.

Later proceed to Shillong 

Overnight in Shillong.

 Note: It is advisable to carry packed lunch to Mwallynong.

DAY
4
SHILLONG - TEZPUR (250 Kms / 6 hrs)

This morning after a pleasant breakfast drive to Tezpur.

After reaching Tezpur check-in your hotel & relax as rest of the evening is at leisure. If time permits, visit Mahabhairav temple.

Overnight in Tezpur.

DAY
5
TEZPUR – DIRANG (190 Kms / 5 hrs)

 

This morning after breakfast drive to Dirang (4910 ft). Visit the TDL Monastery (Thupsung Dhargye Ling Monastery). 

Check in Hotel.  Evening at Leisure. 

Overnight at Dirang

DAY
6
DIRANG – TAWANG (155 Kms / 6 hrs)

 

After a breakfast drive to Tawang (10,000 ft) Tawang is the beautiful land of the Monpa tribes. ‘The Land of Dawn-lit Mountains’ at 3500 mts gives you unparallel purity of nature. 

En route witness the unique Dirang Valley famous for its monasteries, hot Springs, Apple & kiwi Orchards, sheep breeding farms & charming valleys.  Also witness the snowcapped Sella Pass at 13700 ft and the Jaswant Garh War Memorial.  

After reaching Twang check-in your hotel & relax as rest of the evening is at leisure.

Overnight in Twang.

DAY
7
TAWANG

After a breakfast visit the Tawang Monastery also known as the “GALDEN NAMGYEL LHATSE” is one of the largest Lamaseries of Mahayana sect in Asia and is the largest of its kind in India. The Monastery is 400 year old and is adorned with the 18 feet high statue of Lord Buddha. It stands at 10,000 feet amidst the exotic Himalayan ranges and overlooks the Tawang-Chu valley.  Later visit The Urgelling Monastery which is located 5 km from Tawang city, and is the birth place of the 6th Dalai Lama, born in the 17th century. The monastery was established by the Lama Urgen Sangpo in the 15th century.

Also visit Ani Gompa and the Buddha Statue

Later visit the War Memorial commemorating the bravery of the Indian heroes of the Indo-China war of 1962. Witness the light & sound show in the evening.  

After full day sightseeing driver back to hotel in Tawang

Overnight in Tawang.

DAY
8
TAWANG – BOMDILA (180 Kms / 6 hrs)

 

After breakfast drive to Bomdila. At a height of 8OOO ft., Bomdila is a small town famous for its Buddhists monasteries, magnificent valleys and Himalayan landscapes. 

En route visit the Jung Falls also known as “The Nuranang falls” @6000 feet is located about 40 km before reaching Tawang is famed as one of the most stunning waterfalls in North East India. The falls height is about 100 meters. The legend about the waterfalls goes that it is named after a Monpa girl Nura who aided an Indian soldier during the 1962 Sino-Indian War.

After reaching Bomdila check-in your hotel & relax as rest of the evening is at leisure.

Overnight in Bombila.

 

DAY
9
BOMDILA – GUWAHATI (300 kms / 8 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Guwahati.

After reaching Guwahati check-in your hotel & relax as rest of the evening is at leisure.

Overnight in Guwahati.

DAY
10
DEPART GUWAHATI

 

After breakfast check-out from the hotel. A unique experience of soul probing expedition through the lush state with this breath-taking package ends today. You’ll be transferred to the Guwahati Airport as it’s time to say goodbye with cherishable memories. 

HOTELS & DESTINATION  STANDARD DELUXE PREMIUM
Shillong Loft Executive Inn / Nirvana Orchid / Blueberry  Inn / Poinisuk (Non AC) /  Alpine Continental/ Arbour Inn (8 kms from city centre/ Sapphire / similar Polo Towers / M Crown/ Centre Point/ Heiga VNS / similar Marriot By Courtyard / Vivanta / Rikynjai / Tripura Castle Or Similar
Tezpur KRC Palace / Palazzo Prime (Veg Hotel) / similar Greenwood Resort / Welkin Residency/ similar BALIPARA : Wild Mahseer Tea Bungalow
Dirang Pemaling / Mandala / similar Pemaling / Mandala / similar Pemaling / Mandala / similar
Tawang Taktsang / Oddiyana / Vajra / Tawang Heights / Shangri La Serene / Ling Geyser / similar Taktsang / Oddiyana / Vajra / Tawang Heights / Shangri La Serene / Ling Geyser / similar Taktsang / Oddiyana / Vajra / Tawang Heights / Shangri La Serene / Ling Geyser / similar
Bomdila Tsepal Yangjom/ Grand / Elysium Or Similar Tsepal Yangjom/ Grand / Elysium Or Similar Tsepal Yangjom/ Grand / Elysium Or Similar
Guwahati Daaysco Oley Allo  / Kalyaniz / Rajmahal (Veg Hotel) / Vishwaratna / Apollo Grand / Similar Ratnamouli Palace/ Greenwood Beltola / Hotel Lily / Royal De Casa / Similar Kiranshree Grand / Greenwood Resort Khanapara / Similar

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