17 days tour

Highlights Of Assam And Nagaland (Hornbill Festival)

This tour includes:

Guide

Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.

Meals

A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options 16 Breakfasts 12 Lunches 12 Dinners

Others

All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.

Optional

The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these tour notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations. Please note: These activities are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form part of your Explore holiday contract. Kaziranga - Optional Jeep Safari ยฃ20 - ยฃ30 per person depending on number of participants.

Transport

Bus, 4WD, Ferry

Accommodation

2 nights simple guesthouse 5 nights standard hotel 6 nights simple hotel 2 nights simple hut 2 nights simple lodge

Not included:

Others

Any visa costs, spending money and tips are not included in the trip price. You can also book extra nightsโ€™ accommodation at the beginning and end of the trip and the cost of this accommodation along with any transfers would be quoted separately.

Flights

International flights not included in the tour cost

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Highlights Of Assam And Nagaland (Hornbill Festival)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Join Trip In Guwahati
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Join Trip In Guwahati

      The trip begins in Guwahati, Assam's bustling capital, which sits on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River. Our hotel is located close to Paltan Bazaar and the riverbank with plenty to explore within walking distance. Our Leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 7pm for the welcome meeting. If you would like to receive a complimentary airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (GAU) which is approximately one hour from the hotel. Should you miss the welcome meeting, your Leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Take A Ferry To Peacock Island And Visit Umananda Temple
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Take A Ferry To Peacock Island And Visit Umananda Temple

      Today we board a small, local ferry to take us across the Brahmaputra to the 17th century Shiva temple of Umananda. Located on Peacock Island, believed to be the world's smallest inhabited riverine island, the temple stands dramatically at the top of a series of steep steps. After exploring the island we'll return to the city and stop for lunch before taking a walking tour taking in the colourful markets of Paltan Bazaar. In the late afternoon we walk to Janardhan Temple; set right on the banks of the river it's an ideal spot for watching the sun setting over the Brahmaputra.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Drive To Cherrapunjee, Exploring Mawphlang Sacred Forest And Elephant Falls En Route
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Drive To Cherrapunjee, Exploring Mawphlang Sacred Forest And Elephant Falls En Route

      Leaving the city after breakfast we head first towards the pine forests and rolling hills of Shillong, a region that the colonial British once described as the 'Scotland of India'. We'll make a stop at Elephant Falls. Following the path we'll descend to the foot of the falls, and from this perspective the three tiers of the falls are revealed. Leaving the falls behind we'll continue our drive until we reach the Mawphlang Sacred Forest. A haven for orchids and butterflies, these beautiful and sacred groves have been preserved for countless millennia and form a remarkable living museum that contrasts sharply with the expansive grasslands that surround them. We plan to take a picnic lunch on the edge of the forest before completing our journey to Cherrapunjee, a town with a reputation as one of the wettest places on earth!

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Tour leaving from Guwahati

Guwahati is a city in the state of Assam, in northeastern India. It is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Guwahati is famous for the Kamakhya Temple, Kaziranga National Park, and the Brahmaputra River. Visitors can enjoy delicious local cuisine and participate in the vibrant Bihu festival.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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