Assam
A 6-day tour to understand the culture, the people, the nature and the wildlife of Assam. Highly educational and spritually uplifting tour, focussing on the very best facets of the peaceful ideologies of the Assamese people, the tribal culture, means of lifelihood and taditional cuisines.
Day 1: Arrival in Guwahati
Arrive in Guwahati, the largest city in Assam, known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Check into your place of stay and freshen up.
Visit Kamakhya Temple, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya. The temple offers a stunning panoramic view of the city.
Visit the Mahabahu Brahmaputra Heritage Centre to get an understanding of the Assamese heritage.
Explore the Assam State Museum to learn about the region's history, art, and culture.
Take a sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River, offering picturesque views of the city skyline.
Visit one of the best restaurants and enjoy a traditional Assamese dinner, and retire to your rooms
Day 2: Sualkuchi & Hajo
Have an early breakfast and drive to Sualkuchi, the silk weaving village known for its traditional Assamese silk production.
Explore Sualkuchi's silk weaving workshops and interact with local weavers.
Visit the Hatisatra, an elephant-shaped structure, which is an important symbol of Sualkuchi.
Drive to Hajo, a pilgrimage site known for its diverse religious sites including Hayagriva Madhava Temple, Powa Mecca Mosque, and Kedareshwar Temple.
Return to Guwahati for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Mayong and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
Proceed to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in the morning after breakfast. It’s just over and hour’s drive from Guwahati first through the city and then through the rural landscape, touching the Brahmaputra as several places.
Famous for having the highest density of one-horned rhinoceros and an acclaimed bird sanctuary, Pobitora is a small heaven for wildlife lovers. You can jump on a safari jeep for a 1-hour safari and experience a closer encounter.
The villages of Mayong also plays a very important role in the history of Assam. Once famous for the prevalence of tantric practices, or Black Magic, as popularly termed, some of which is still prevalent, Mayong also have evidences of the existence of ancient civilisation through sculptures, scriptures and inscriptions. Ancient and rare temples, stone inscriptions, manuscripts, archaeological discoveries are found in large numbers in Mayong. The Mayong Museum and Research Centre houses many of these art crafts for public viewing.
Enjoy some birdwatching – thousands of migratory birds visit Pobitora every winter
After lunch, proceed for a boat Safari on the Brahmaputra, landing on one of the villages located atop a sandbank in the middle of the river. Understand the life, the culture and the means of livelihood of the people staying there.
In the evening enjoy a cultural performance of Bihu dance at the resort
A bonfire and dinner.
Retire early.
Day 4: Pobitora to Kaziranga
Go for an early morning elephant safari
After breakfast, start early from Pobitora to Batadrava Than, Bordowa, the birthplace of Srimanta Sankardev, who founded the Vaishnavite religion in Assam. One of the best places to get complete insights in to Assamese culture and heritage.
Spend some time in the Satra and proceed to Kaziranga
Go for a jeep safari at Kohora range if time permits, else visit a tribal weaver’s village at Kaziranga to understand the culture and life of the people here, and enjoy a traditional Assamese lunch
Check in to your rooms and enjoy the natural surroundings of Kaziranga
Day5: Kaziranga – Sivasagar
After breakfast, proceed for a Jeep Safari to Agoratoli range, known worldwide for birds.
Proceed to Sivasagar, the erstwhile capital of the Ahom Kingdom. A full day sightseeing tour of the Siva Dol, Rang Ghar, the Kareng Ghar, the Talatal Ghar and the Maidams will give a thorough understanding of the rich culture and heritage of the Ahoms who ruled Assam for more than 600 years.
Stay in Sivasagar
Day 6: Return to Guwahati
Start early from Sivasagar to Guwahati. On the way stop and walk inside the Tea Gardens to get some great pictures.
Lunch on the way
Proceed to Guwahati airport for your journey back home with some wonderful memories.
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Meghalaya
Shillong Cherrapunjee Dawki Tour
A comprehensive tour capturing the delightful sights of Meghalaya, The Abode of Clouds. In this tour we try to take you through the colourful, bustling town of Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya with its charming little houses, tall pine trees, the crowded local markets, the majestic Cathedral, the lakes, walk along the café lined roads and taste the wonderful food. We then go to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on earth and explore the expansive landscapes, the deep valleys, the cascading waterfalls, the deep caves and go trekking to the amazing living root bridges. From there we move towards Shnongpdeng and Dawki for some water sports. We also explore the areas near Jowai, with the beautiful waterfalls, the ancient monoliths and the revered temples.
Day 1 : Shillong
Arrival at Guwahati airport early morning and proceed straight to Shillong
Halt at Umiam lake for breakfast. Admire the majestic lake and the beautiful surroundings. Proceed to Shillong
Check in to your rooms and move out for sightseeing – to the beautiful Wards Lake, visit the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians and the Donbosco Museum.
Then come back to spend some time at the busy Police Bazaar. You can also explore the Bara Bazaar, the local market,
Have your dinner at one of the many restaurants in Police Bazaar if you want.
Retire to your rooms
Stay at Shillong
Day 2 : Shillong
Move out after breakfast to Laitlum Canyons, Smit, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls,
Visit the Donbosco Museum
Retire for the night
Stay at Shillong
Day 3 : Mawphlang – Cherrapunjee
Move out after breakfast to Mawphlang and explore the Sacred Grove
Proceed to Cherrapunjee
Stop by the Garden of Caves, Mawkdok Dympep valley on the way
Reach Cherrapunjee by mid afternoon and visit the Seven sisters falls and sunset at Nohkalikai Falls
Stay at Cherrapunjee
Day 4 : Cherrapunjee
Move out after breakfast to explore the Double Decker Root Bridge
On the way back visit the Arwah Caves
Stay at Cherrapunjee
Day 5 : Shnongpdeng-Dawki
Leave early morning after breakfast for Dawki – Shnongpdeng
Enjoy boating and other water activities on the Umngot river
Stay at Shnongpdeng/Dawki
Day 6: Krang Shuri Falls/Phe Phe falls
Leave early for Krang Shuri Falls, Phe Phe falls
Stay near Phe Phe falls
Day 7 : Return to Guwahati
Proceed to Tyrshi Falls after breakfast
Visit the Nartiang Monoliths, the Jayantee Devi temple, a revered shakti peeth
Have lunch on the way and return back to Guwahati Airport
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Assam
Your wildlife adventure in Assam is incomplete without a visit to the UNESCO Heritage site awardee Kaziranga National Park and the small but captivating Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary! A combined visit to both these parks gives you a thorough idea not only about the wildlife, but also the different cultures of various tribes living together in the state and also a brief understanding about the history of Assam.
Our itinerary, along with the wildlife safaris includes a wholesome experience of Assam - the hospitality and culture of the people of Assam, the traditional food and their everyday life. We visit the famous Kamakhya Temple, museums, go on boat rides on the mighty Brahmaputra, explore the white sandbanks in the middle of the river, spot dolphins, walk inside the magnificent tea gardens and explore how the world's best tea is made. We also visit the local tribal villages to interact with the villagers, try out their local cuisines, enjoy their music and dance to the local tunes. We visit an Orchidarium to know about the various orchids found in these regions. We stay with wonderful hosts who welcome our guests with open arms and happy hearts.
Itinerary (5 nights, 6 days)
Day 1
Arrival at Guwahati Airport
Depending upon the time of arrival, we either straight to Kamakhya Temple for Darshan (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) or to the guesthouse and check in to the rooms
Sunset Boat Ride on the Brahmaputra
Visit the Mahabahu Brahmaputra Heritage Centre
Return to the guesthouse and have a good dinner and retire for the night
Stay in Guwahati
Day 2
If we are unable to visit Kamakhya temple on Day 1, we can go early today morning as well
Have a good breakfast and check out, and proceed to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary by 10:00 AM
Check in to your rooms
Proceed for the Jeep Safari (1 Hr)
Come back to the resort for lunch
Go for bird watching and museum visit
You can then go for a beautiful boat safari on the Brahmaputra to spot river dolphins as well as visiting the sandbanks on the middle of the river
Come back to the resort to freshen up and sit around a bonfire discussion the day’s adventure
You can also enjoy a great Bihu dance performance by local troupe on the resort lawns.
Have an early dinner and retire for the night
Stay at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 3
Check out and leave for Kaziranga by 7 AM after a light breakfast
As the journey will take over 4 hours, you can stop on the way for a bite. It’s a beautiful drive across the hills and plains of Assam, and as you approach Kaziranga, you get to see the wide expanses of tea gardens.
Check in to your rooms, freshen up and have a quick lunch.
Board the jeeps and start for the Safari in the nearby Agoratoli range which is well known for birds.
After the safari, enjoy a cup of tea by the roadside and return back
Freshen up and relax for the evening. Sit around the kitchen and learn how the food is cooked in the wood flame
A Jhumur performance can also be arranged, where you can join in with the dancers too.
Have a nice dinner and retire early
Stay at Kaziranga
Day 4
Wake up very early, have a cup of tea and go for the elephant Safari (optional)
After the safari, you can have breakfast at one of the many restaurants at Kohora
After breakfast, go for a quick visit to the Orchid Park to get a glimpse of the numerous varieties of orchids for in this region.
We then can go for a visit to a traditional Assamese village to experience their way of life, their livelihood and their traditional food. Enjoy your lunch here.
We then go for our second afternoon safari at Kohora where animal sightings is very good.
You can do some souvenir shopping at various handicrafts shops at Kohora
Return to the resort for a nice evening relaxation.
Have a nice dinner and retire early
Stay at Kaziranga
Day 5
Wake up and have a lazy breakfast
Explore the nearby areas on cycles or take a walk around the resort
Check out before 12 pm and start your return journey to Guwahati, having your lunch whenever you feel hungry on the way.
Reach Guwahati by evening. You can either relax at the guesthouse or go for some shopping of the famous Assamese Silk (paat) items and handicrafts.
You can also try some restaurants serving good Assamese traditional food.
Stay at Guwahati
Day 6
Wake up and have a good breakfast
Check out and proceed to the airport for your journey back home, with your heart and mind filled with great memories.
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Assam
The Kaziranga National Park has been the pride of Assam and definitely one of the highest tourist-pullers to the state. Home to one of the highest number of animals and birds, this UNESCO Heritage Site, Kaziranga contains significant breeding populations of 35 mammalian species, of which 15 are endangered. The Park has the distinction of being home to the world's largest population of the Indian Rhinoceros (2,401), wild water buffalo (1,666) and eastern swamp deer (468). Significant populations of large herbivores include Indian elephants (1,940), gaur (1300) and sambar (58). Small herbivores include the chital, Indian muntjac, Indian boar and Indian hog deer. Kaziranga has the largest population of the Wild water buffalo anywhere accounting for about 57% of the world population. The Indian rhinoceros, royal Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, wild water buffalo and swamp deer are collectively known as 'Big Five' of Kaziranga.
Our itinerary of Kaziranga includes not only the wildlife, but we also attempt to take our guests through a wholesome experience of Assam - the hospitality and culture of the people of Assam, the traditional food and their everyday life. We walk inside the magnificent tea gardens and explore how the world's best tea is made. We visit the local tribal villages nearby to interact with the villagers, try out their local cuisines, enjoy their music and dance to the local tunes. We visit an Orchidarium to check out the hundreds of different types of Orchids found in the North East region. We go birdwatching. We go trekking to lovely locations. We spend out evening in the kitchen together and share stories and experiences, and learn how the traditional Assamese food is prepared. And as for wildlife, there are four different forest ranges to explore.
In short, you will just hate to leave!
Activities include:
Elephant Safaris, Jeep safaris, Bird-watching, Traditional food, Orchid viewing, Trekking, Village walks, Tea Garden visits and many more.
Suggested itinerary would be for 3 nights and 4 days, with safaris on different ranges.
Stays
We can arrange your stays in any type of accommodation as per your requirements and budgets - From 5 Star Properties and premium luxury tents to mid-range and budget accommodation or homely jungle bungalows, as per your preference.
For up to 3 rooms, we have a wonderful heritage bungalow with a wonderful host, fantastic rooms with all modern amenities, good location, great food, a backyard farm, bicycles, indoor games, books and a wonderful team to interact with.
The Itinerary
Day 1
Leave early from Guwahati at 7:00 AM so that we can reach Kaziranga before 12:00 PM. A quick breakfast somewhere on the way, whenever you feel hungry. There are many places on the highway where we can stop.
Reach Kaziranga before 12 Noon. Check in to your rooms, freshen up and have your lunch by 1:00 PM
Rest a while and then jump on to the Safari Jeeps and leave for the afternoon Safari at Kohora range. Safari will take approximately 2 – 2.5 hrs. You will experience the beauty of Kaziranga wildlife in the golden hour, as the sun sets over the distant hills and the animals return home after the day’s adventures.
Enjoy a cup of tea on one of the roadside stalls with some local snacks.
Come back to your rooms to freshen up.
Join the hosts at the kitchen outside and enjoy great conservations over cups of ‘Laal Saah’ as you learn about the local cuisines, the local culture and local folklore.
Retire early
Day 2
Wake up very early in the morning and go for the Elephant Safari. The beauty of Kaziranga early in the winter mornings is simply ethereal, with the slowly lifting fog and the sunrays creeping in and the animals moving out into the open to take in the sun. The safari will take approximately 1.5 hrs.
Return to the resort for a good breakfast.
Freshen up and get ready to visit one of the villages nearby. Meet the locals and interact with them to understand their way of living. You can have a traditional lunch at the village itself today.
Leave for a safari at the Agoratoli range today, which is a range preferred for Bird Watching.
Come back to the resort and relax for the evening
Day 3
You can afford to be lazy today.. have a lazy breakfast and leave for the Kohora for some souvenir shopping.
Visit the heritage village to understand about the different tribes of the region and their different cultures.
Also visit the Orchid Park to enjoy viewing and learning about the different types of orchids found in this region. Taste the big traditional Assamese Thalis with more than 20 different types of items and challenge your taste buds. Also enjoy great cultural performances, music the dances of this region at the park itself.
Come back to the resort to unwind over a cup of tea and freshen up for the evening
In case you missed the performance of Jhumur or Bihu dance at the Orchid park, we can get it arranged specially for you.
Exchange your stories with the other guests and retire for the night.
Day 4
Have another lazy breakfast and check out from your rooms
On your way back stop at the Hatikhuli Tea Eastate for a nice Tea Garden visit. Although you may not be able to visit the factory, we will explain to you the process how the best tea in the world gets prepared for these gardens and gets into your morning cuppa.
Start you journey back to Guwahati or any other destination. A nice lunch on the way and go back with wonderful memories in you heart of the nice time spent at Kaziranga.
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations.
Assam
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
Located just 40 km from Guwahati and just over an hour's drive, this is a small paradise for wildlife lovers. Boasting of the highest density of one-horned rhinoceros in the world, you can watch Rhinos in the wild from really close quarters. Pobitora WLS is also an acclaimed bird sanctuary, where thousands of migratory bords come flying in every winter. Moreover, there are a wide variety of beautiful resident bird species that are seen all throughout the year. Other animals include the wild water buffaloes, the wild boar, the pigmy hog, jackals, reptiles and in the hilly ranges, leopards and slow loris.
However, a visit to Pobitora is not just about wildlife. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary was created not too long back, by the efforts of the local villagers, who felt the need for protecting the Rhinos and other animals who grazed on their lands. The nearby villages of Mayong also have, on their own right, a strong place in the history of Assam. From ancient times, these villages have been famous for the tantric practices practiced here. These stories are now preserved in a small yet beautiful museum created by the locals very near to the sanctuary. Apart for this, there are evidences of very ancient civilization that existed here, through sculptures, temples, stone inscriptions and archaeological discoveries. There are beautiful viewpoints from where one can look at the majestic Brahmaputra. You can end a day with beautiful sunset boat rides to the sandbanks, wherein one can spot the Gangetic River Dolphins and play in the soft white sand in the middle of the river.
Our itineraries are prepared to offer you a relaxed trip to this little paradise where you can experience the wildlife safaris, go birdwatching, beautiful boat rides, learn about the history of this place, meet the locals and understand the local culture, taste the local cuisine, enjoy the local music and dance, go for village walks or go cycling and many more.
Itinerary (2 nights, 3 days)
Day 1
Leave from Guwahati by 12:30 PM and reach Pobitora by 2:00 PM
Check-in to your rooms, and proceed for lunch
Post Lunch go for the jeep safari in the afternoon. Jeep safari takes about 1 hour.
After the safari, come back to the resort to freshen up. Enjoy the evening at the resort with a game of badminton or explore the village roads on cycles or walking.
Enjoy a great Bihu dance performance by local troupe on the resort lawns.
Have an early dinner and retire for the night
Day 2
Wake up very early in the morning to go for the elephant safari. Safari is approximately for 1 hour.
Come back for a good breakfast at the resort.
Go for birdwatching and museum visit.
Come back for a traditional Assamese lunch at the resort
After lunch go for the Kashashila hill viewpoint and the Boat safari
Enjoy the evening sunset boat ride and visit the sandbanks
Sit around a bonfire and listen to local folklore, jungle stories, listen to good light music with your friends and family, stargazing
Have dinner and retire to your rooms
Day3
Wake up and have a lazy breakfast
You can check out and go towards Narasingha Temple, one of the rarest temples and capture the beautiful views of the Brahmaputra from here. Also visit the rock inscription.
Proceed on your journey back to Guwahati with great memories and wonderful experiences.
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations.
Assam
Manas National Park
Manas National Park, located in the northeastern state of Assam, India, is a breathtaking haven of biodiversity and natural beauty. Encompassing an area of approximately 950 square kilometers, it stands as one of the most significant protected areas in the region. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Manas National Park is renowned for its rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural significance.
The park is named after the mighty Manas River, which meanders through its heart, adding to the charm of the surroundings. The diverse topography of Manas National Park features lush grasslands, dense forests, tranquil rivers, and picturesque hills, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of nature's wonders. It serves as a refuge for numerous endangered and rare animals, including the majestic Bengal tiger, Indian rhinoceros, wild water buffalo, Indian elephant, clouded leopard, golden langur, and pygmy hog. The park also boasts a thriving bird population, with over 450 species documented, making it a true haven for avid birdwatchers.
Apart from its ecological significance, Manas National Park holds cultural importance as well. It is known for its close association with the indigenous Bodo people, who have coexisted with the park's wildlife for centuries. Their vibrant culture and traditions add a unique flavor to the park, creating a harmonious blend of nature and human heritage.
Manas National Park is not only a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts but also a testament to conservation efforts. The park has witnessed significant conservation successes in recent years, with active measures taken to protect endangered species and restore their habitats. This commitment to conservation has earned Manas National Park recognition and admiration on a global scale.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Guwhati Airport and proceed to Manas National ParMeals on the way as per time of the day.
Check in to your rooms before 12 Noon, have a quick lunch and get ready for the afternoon Jeep Safari ( Duration 2-3 Hrs)
Return back to the resort and freshen up
Sit around the bonfire and enjoy a performance of Bodo dance by local troupe and get a glimpse of the local culture
Have dinner and retire early
Stay at Manas
Day 2
Go for the early morning elephant safari (1 Hr)
Return to the resort for good breakfast
Experience the river rafting (2.5 hrs) and enjoy the scenic sights along the river banks
Return to the resort for lunch
Go for a nice walk inside the tea gardens and nearby village roads, explore the local market
Return to the resort and enjoy a relaxed evening
Explore local cuisines at dinner
Stay at Manas
Day 3
Go for a nice early morning walk along the fringes of the park and capture the peacocks and other birds in your cameras. You can also go cycling along the beaten village paths.
Have a good lazy breakfast
Check out from your rooms before 12 noon and proceed back to Guwahati
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Multi State
12 Day Tour of Assam, Arunachal and Meghalaya
A comprehensive tour of three beautiful states of North-East India covering the best of wildlife, nature and spirituality. In this tour, we cover the beautiful monasteries and mesmerizing sights of Arunachal, the amazing wildlife and vibrant culture of Assam and the rolling hills and valleys of Meghalaya, as much as we can, although even a two-week tour is not enough to really explore these beautiful places. However, this tour will give you a good insight to the North East and leave you wanting for more!
Day 1: Guwahati-Bhalukpong-Dirang
Start from Guwahati early morning at to Dirang, for breakfast on the way and at Bhalukpong for lunch.
Reach Dirang around evening after a quick stop at Bomdila. Check in to your rooms, have dinner and retire for the night.
Stay at Dirang
Day 2: Dirang
Full day sightseeing at Dirang and Sangti valley
Stay at Dirang
Day 3: Dirang - Tawang
Proceed to Tawang after breakfast. Stop at Sela pass.
Reach Tawang by midday and check in to your rooms
Half-day sightseeing at Tawang covering Tawang Monastery, War Memorial, Khinmey-Nyingma-monastery
Enjoy a nice traditional dinner and retire early
Stay at Tawang
Day 4: Tawang
Proceed for a full day sightseeing trip to Giant Buddha Statue, P.T. Tso Lake, Sungteswar Lake and Bumla Pass
Stay at Tawang
Day 5: Tawang - Bomdila
Check out and proceed on the way back to Bomdila
Half day sightseeing at Bomdila
Stay at Bomdila
Day 6: Bomdila - Kaziranga
Proceed from Bomdila early morning to Kaziranga (6 Hrs)
Enjoy the afternoon Jeep Safari
Check out the local market for handicrafts and souvenirs
Retire early
Stay at Kaziranga
Day 7: Kaziranga – Cherrapunjee
Early morning elephant safari
Proceed to Cherrapunjee (8 Hr)
Stop at Arwah caves, Mawkdok Dympep valley
Stay at Cherrapunji
Day 8 : Cherrapunjee
Full day Sightseeing at Cherrapunjee – Caves, Waterfalls
Stay at Cherrapunji
Day 9: Cherrapunji-Shillong
Proceed to Shillong
Full day sightseeing at Shillong – Laitlum Canyons, Shillong Peak, Elephant falls, Wards Lake and Cathedral of Mary. Spend the evening at Police Bazaar for shopping
Stay at Shillong
Day 10: Shillong to Pobitora
Proceed to Mawphlang Sacred Grove
Proceed to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 Hrs)
Sunset Boat Safari at Mayong
Bonfire and dinner. You can also enjoy a Bihu performance in the evening.
Stay at Pobitora
Day 11: Pobitora – Guwahati
Early morning Elephant Safari/Jeep safari
Proceed for birdwatching and Museum visit
Proceed to Guwahati
Visit the Brahmaputra Heritage Centre
Shopping at Guwahati for Assam Silk, handicrafts
Stay at Guwahati
Day 12: Return
Early morning visit to Kamakhya Temple
Proceed to Airport for return journey back home with fond memories
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Multi State
A quick tour of the popular triangle of Kaziranga, Shillong and Cherrapunjee, capturing the best sights and experiences in all these.
Day 1 : Kaziranga
Start from Guwahati early morning at around 6 AM to Kaziranga National Park (5 Hours)
Reach Kaziranga by midday and check in to your rooms
Proceed for Jeep Safari immediately after a quick lunch
Check out the handicrafts at the local market, try some local snacks
Return back to the place of stay, freshen up and enjoy a nice Jhumur dance by the local troupe
Enjoy a nice traditional dinner and retire early
Stay at Kaziranga
Day 2 : Kaziranga-Guwahati
Wake up very early in the morning and proceed for Elephant Safari or another Jeep Safari (optional)
Enjoy a good breakfast, and check out from your rooms.
On your way back visit a local tribal village nearby to understand the life and culture of the local tribes. Also enjoy a traditional lunch here.
Start on your journey back to Guwahati, stopping by the tea gardens and beautiful landscapes for quick photographs.
Reach Guwahati late evening and check in to your rooms. Have dinner and retire early
Stay at Guwahati
Day 3 : Shillong
Have an early breakfast and start towards Shillong (2 – 3 hrs)
Stop at Umiam lake, also called Barapani, and enjoy the views
Proceed towards Shillong and check in to your rooms
Freshen up and move out towards Laitlum canyons, Shillong Peak, Elephant falls
If time permits visit the famous Cathedral of Mary, Ward’s Lake.
Have dinner at Police Bazaar or return back to the place of stay for dinner and retire for the night
Stay at Shillong
Day 4 : Shillong-Cherrapunjee
After breakfast move to Mawphlang Sacred Grove
Proceed to Cherrapunjee, with a quick lunch on the way
Check in to your rooms and proceed for sightseeing at Cherrapunji – Garden of caves, Arwah caves, Mawkdok Dympep valley, Seven Sisters Falls, Bangladesh Viewpoint
Stay at Cherrapunjee
Day 5 : Cherrapunjee
After an early breakfast, check out and proceed to Nohkalikai Falls/Cheerfully Falls/Wei Sawdong falls as time permits
Return to Guwahati airport to catch the late evening flight back home, with some wonderful memories.
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
Multi State
10 Day Assam Meghalaya tour
A comprehensive tour of Assam and Meghalaya, presenting to you the enchanting beauty of nature, wildlife and the culture of this region.
Places covered Guwahati & Pobitora in Assam, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Jowai, Dawki, Shnongpdeng, Cherrapunjee and Mawlynnong in Meghalaya
Day 1 : Guwahati
Arrival at Guwahati airport
Proceed to Kamakhya Temple straight from the Airport
After temple darshan (2-3 hrs) proceed to check in at the Guest House
Check in to your rooms, have lunch
Proceed for the sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra
After the cruise, visit the Mahabahu Brahmaputra Heritage Centre to get a glimpse of the history and cultural heritage of Assam
Return back to the guest house for dinner and retire early
Stay at Guwahati
Day 2 : Jowai
Start early in the morning (7 AM) for Jowai, after a quick cup of tea and sandwiches. Breakfast on the way
Reach Nartiang just before midday Visit the Nartiang Monoliths and the Maa Jayanti Devi temple, an ancient and revered Shakti Peeth
Proceed towards Jowai after a lunch on the way
Visit the Moopun falls and Rynji falls
Come back to Jowai and check in to your rooms
Have an early dinner
Day 3 : Jowai – Dawki – Shnongpdeng
Have an early breakfast and start towards Phe Phe Falls and Krang Shuri Falls
After the falls leave for Shnongpdeng and Dawki
Stay at Shnongpdeng/Dawki
Day 4 : Shnongpdeng, Dawki, Mawlynnong/Cherrapunjee
After breakfast, explore the watersports at Shnongpdeng and boating at Dawki
Proceed to Mawlynnong for a quick visit to the village and the living root bridge
Proceed to Cherrapunjee
Stay at Cherrapunjee
Day 5 : Cherrapunjee
Explore the waterfalls and caves at Cherrapunjee – whole day sightseeing, shopping tasting local cuisines
Stay at Cherrapunjee
Day 6 : Cherrapunjee/Shillong
Full day trek to Double Decker root Bridge
Proceed to Shillong
Check in and retire for the night
Stay at Shillong
Day 7: Shillong
Full day sightseeing at Shillong – Wards Lake, Cathedral, Laitlum canyons, Shillong Peak, Elephant falls
Stay at Shillong
Day 8: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam
Proceed from Shillong to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary after breakfast (approximately 5 hrs)
Check in to your rooms, have lunch and after some time go for the sunset boat safari on the Brahmaputra
In the evening, enjoy some pleasant moments over a bonfire. A special Bihu performance can also be organised at the resort for you
Have an early dinner and retire early.
Stay at Pobitora.
Day 9: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary/Guwahati
Wake up very early for the Elephant Safari
Come back to the resort for a traditional breakfast
You can explore the nearby villages on cycles or foot as well.
Experience the wildlife at Pobitora with the Jeep Safari.
Come back for a traditional Assamese lunch at the resort
Check out from your rooms and Go Birdwatching and then visit the Mayong Museum to check out the history of ‘Black Magic’ that this area was famous for.
Proceed to Guwahati
Shop for some traditional Assamese silk, handcrafts and souvenirs
Return back to guest house for dinner
Stay at Guwahati
Day 10: Guwahati and return journey
Have a lazy breakfast
Check out and proceed to the airport for your journey back home with some unforgettable memories
Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements
Package inclusions:
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees
Not included in package
Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary
Payment and Refund Policy
As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.
However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.
We therefore follow the following refund policy.
For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund
Note
The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit.
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed.
Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations
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