KINGDOMS OF NORTH EAST INDIA

Overview

Discover the unexplored with a journey to the 500-year old Kingdoms of North East India. This itinerary of 12 Nights and 13 Days takes you to explore the remains of kingdoms in the northeast regions of India. Starting all the way from Guwahati, the itinerary takes you to Kaziranga for a thrilling wildlife safari, The tour takes you to Kaziranga National Park- to see the one horned Rhinoceros and to Shillong, home of the Khasi Highland tribe, also known as the Scotland of the east. Walk through tea estate, learning about the proud tribal heritage of Nagas of Nagaland and so much more. The scenic highlights are – Touphema, Kohima, Sivasagar, Jorhat, and Shillong, you can enjoy the splendid beauty of nature. The aura of these destinations is incredible due to the wonderful cultural influences of their pasts.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN GUWAHATI

After reaching Guwahati Airport/Railway Station you will be welcomed by our DIH representatives and transferred to your hotel. Check in, freshen up, and take a little rest. You may spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can also explore the nearby regions of the hotel, take gradual walks down the streets, talk to the locals, enjoy street food, etc.
Guwahati
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Guwahati.

In the morning, post breakfast, drive to Kaziranga National Park. Check-in and take a little rest at the Jungle resort. In the afternoon, get ready to visit the local tribal villages and Tea Estates. Communicate with the inhabitants of the village and enjoy the supreme hospitality extended by them. At Tea Estate witness the lush green tea gardens spread over a vast area. You can also see the procedures involved in the processing of tea.
Kaziranga National Park
Enjoy an overnight stay at the resort in Kaziranga.

Early morning get the dose of adventure with Elephant Safari to central Range of Kaziranga National Park. Thereafter, while returning explore the eastern range of the park on a jeep safari. Reach the resort for lunch and later continue with the jeep safari to explore the Western Range of the park.
Kaziranga National Park
Enjoy an overnight stay at the resort in Kaziranga.

In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Kohima. After reaching Kohima, halt for lunch and take a little rest. Thereafter, proceed to Touphema Tourist Village. Reach Touphema Village Resort, check-in, freshen up and take a little rest. This resort is operated by the Angami Naga village community. You may use the rest of the day exploring the nearby areas of the resort and strolling down the lanes.
Touphema Tourist Village
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Touphema.

Explore the village after breakfast at the resort. Thereafter, drive to Kohima where you visit the WW II Cemetery, nestled in the heart of the city. Proceed to the State Museum at Bayani hill. Here, you can find the glimpses of rich culture and heritage of the Nagas through handlooms, and handicrafts, ancient weaponry, gems & jewelry, tools & implements, artifacts, coins, etc. Post lunch, trip to Kepfiizha (Kigwema village) Dimori Cove Guest house. This is the camping point for trekkers to the Japfu Peak (3048 meter Mt) Japfu. Rhododendron trees (20 meters high) are in abundance in this area and this destination is considered best in terms of trekking tours in valley of North-East India. Travel around the Angami village of Jakhama and thereafter, return to Kohima.
Angami Village
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Kohima.

Proceed towards Khonoma, in the morning, to visit the Angami Tribal village. This village is the abode of ‘Father of Naga Nationalist Movement’, Angami Phizo. Nestled on the top of a hillock, provides splendid view of the lush green beauty of the village. Travel around the village and talk to the inhabitants. Later, return to Kohima and spend the remaining time at leisure. You may take gradual walks down to the lanes.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Kohima.

Early in the morning, post breakfast, leave for Sivasagar (Sibsagar). On the way halt at Dimapur to visit Kachari Kingdom. Explore the area and later proceed to the Ahom Kingdom at Sivasagar. Before giving it to the British, this kingdom was under the reign of Ahom kings who ruled Assam for 500 years. Explore the area and check in to the hotel for an overnight stay at Sivasagar.

In the morning, visit and the Maidams (Mummy like structures) of Ahom Kings. This is a burial ground at Charaideo. Later visit to Tai Ahom Museum. In the afternoon, drive to Jorhat (1 hour). Reach your hotel, check in and take a little rest. You may spend the remaining day at leisure or rest at hotel. Explore the nearby regions of the hotel.
Jorhat City
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jorhat.

Drive to Jorhat, the tea-capital of Assam, in the morning after breakfast. Reach Thengal Mansion, check-in and take a little rest. This is the historic ancestral house of a tea planter. Located at a distance of 15km from the Jorhat city, this place reflects the rich culture and tradition of Assamese. After lunch, take leisure walks to the nearby areas of the mansion. Indulge in the serenity of the place, communicate with the locals, enjoy street food, etc.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Jorhat.

Post breakfast, drive to Shillong. On the way, visit Barapani Umiam Lake. This majestic placid lake is surrounded by Sylvan Hills. Enjoy the serenity of the place. On arrival, check-in, take a little rest, you may use the remaining hours exploring the place or in and around areas.
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Shillong.

This day is dedicated for sightseeing at Shillong. Shillong gets the name of ‘Scotland of the East’ due to the amiable beauty. Earlier, Shillong used to be the capital of undivided Assam. Today, this region is the abode of Khasi Highland tribes. Visit some of the attractions like Ward Lake, Elephanta Falls, Shillong Peak, Hydari Park, etc., to view the phenomenal views.
Elephanta Fall, Shillong
Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Shillong.

Drive to Guwahati (100 km 2 and ½ hrs) in the morning, after breakfast. Reach your hotel, check in and take a little rest. Utilize the remaining day in exploring Guwahati. Being called the gateway city to the Northeast of India, Guwahati has attractions like Saraighat Bridge, Assam State Zoo, Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra, Temples of Hajo, etc. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

In the morning, get transferred to the Guwahati airport to catch the flight for onward destination. The tour ends with the sweet memories with Delightful India Holidays.

Tour Includes:

  • AC Car with proficient driver
  • An accompanying proficient English Speaking guide for entire tour
  • A Mixed of Walking Tour
  • Water bottle for guest

Note: Monument entrance fee can be paid directly at the monument.

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