Greener Pastures Tour

Duration:

27 Nights / 28 Days

Destination Covered:

Guwahati-Kaziranga National Park-Jorhat-Majuli Island-Jorhat-Mokokchung-Mon-Dibrugarh-Pasighat-Along-Daporijo-Ziro-Tezpur-Dirang-Tawang-Shillong-Cherrapunjee-Guwahati via Shillong

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
    Also a very big compliment for Shiva, our driver. He was someone we could fully rely upon
    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
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Tour Description

Overview

‘Greener Pastures Tour’ is well designed itinerary, which gives you the chance to explore exotic locations of North East along with significant culture and tradition of this region. It is most untouched region of India, which is the home of various tribes and still they follow their own culture, tradition, lifestyle and language. During this tour you will also get the chance to explore the amazing wildlife as well. You will also explore the beautiful tea gardens as well. Along with that you will get an opportunity to explore the one of the most beautiful and highest lake Pangong Tang Tso, it located at the height of about 14,270 feet above from the sea level. This is an extremely scenic lake offer the breath taking view of the town. Apart from this also explore Cherrapunjee , which is located at the distance of about 55 kilometres away from Shillong.  Chirapunji is known as the wettest place of India. Visit the beautiful waterfall-Nohkalikai which is one of the most popular attraction of cherrapunji. You can also explore some of the caves in and around Cherrapunjee. The duration of the tour is 27 nights and 28 days, covering the places such as Guwahati, Kaziranga National Park, Jorhat, Majuli Island, Jorhat, Mokokchung, Mon,  Dibrugarh, Pasighat,  Along, Daporijo, Ziro, Tezpur, Dirang, Tawang, Shillong and Cherrapunjee.

Itinerary

Day 1: Guwahati  Sightseeing

Upon arrival at Guwahati, meet our representative and proceed to the hotel.  Guwahati, the biggest city in north east defined by the breath-taking river Brahmaputra, which flows here. The city sprawls along the curve of the river. Home to the world’s largest tea auction centre, and more importantly is the gateway to the whole of the north-eastern region of India.

On arrival, check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02: Guwahati – Kaziranga National Park (By Road-216 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, drive to Kaziranga National Park, which is located at the distance of about 216 kilometres away from Guwahati. It is the home of the greater one-horned rhinoceros.

Upon arrival at Kaziranga. Check in at your pre booked hotel/Lodge/resort. Rest day is free for leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 03: Kaziranga National Park

Today early morning, proceed to explore the Eastern zone of Kaziranga National Park Enjoy the national park to seating on back of elephant. Apart from the Rhino, it is also the home of some other species such as swamp deer, wild buffalo, hog deer and elephants. There are a number of water bodies inside the Park.

After visit, return to the resort for breakfast. Afternoon, proceed for jeep safari through the Central Zone of the National Park. Evening come back to the hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04:Kaziranga National Park – Jorhat (By Road-113 Kilometres)

After breakfast, proceed to Jorhat.   It is a well-known city in the state of Assam in India. Guwahati and Jorhat are underway to become two sunshine cities of Assam as declared by the government. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit Tocklai Tea Research Centre. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05: Jorhat - Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary – Jorhat (By Road-25 Kilometres)Excursion Tour

Today after breakfast, proceed to explore Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, which is located at the distance of about 24 kilometres from Jorhat. This amazing Sanctuary is blessed with evergreen forests of tea gardens, which is a home to a number of mammalians, including Tigers, Assamese Macaques, Elephants, Pig Tailed Macaques, Leopards, Jungle Cats and Capped Lingers. After sightseeing return back to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06: Jorhat - Majuli Island– Jorhat (By Road-45 Kilometres) via Kamalibari - Nimati Ferry Service

After having an early breakfast, proceed to Nimatighat to take the ferry to Majul, .Majuli is the world's largest river island of Bhramaputra River, About 1250 km, Majuli places are famous for festivals and their old Satra. Here visit the Assam oldest SatraKamalabariSatra, AuniatiSatra, GarmurSatra, Majuli;s one of the popular sightseeing Chetiagaon village. After sightseeing return back to Jorhat in the evening.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07:Jorhat -Mokokchung (By Road-104 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, proceed to Mokokchung, which is an important districts in the state of Nagaland. This beautiful place is known for the Ao Naga ethnic group. Mokokchung offers the magnificent natural beauty as has as many as six lofty mountain ranges. Upon arrival check in to the hotel/resort. After freshen up, proceed to explore Villages around Mokokchung. Visit Longkhum, which is located at the distance of 17 kilometres from the town. The village is located at a height of around 1,846 meters and is surrounded by rhododendrons shrubs. Following the traditions and customs of Ao Naga.  Then visit Ungma Village, which is located at the distance of 13 Kilometres from Longkhu and second largest village in Nagaland. It is considered as the oldest and the largest of all the Ao villages. Also visit another Ao village Molung. After sightseeing return back to the hotel/resort for overnight stay

Day 08: Mokokchung - Mon (By Road-155 Kilometres)

Today after having an early breakfast depart by car for Mon. En route stop at Moran for lunch.

Mon is located at the height of 897.64 meters above from sea level. It is the stronghold of the renowned Konyak tribe, one of the largest tribe in Nagaland. It consists of a cluster of villages. Upon arrival at Mon, check in to the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Mon.

Day 09: Mon - Chui - Longwa - Mon(Excursion Tour)

After having an early breakfast, proceed to Chui village, which is located at the distance of 8 kilometres away from Mon. it is the unique village, where you will find the traditional houses of the Konyak tribes. It is also renowned village for its ethnic craftsmanship

Later proceed to Longwa, which is located at the distance of about 42 kilometres away from Mon. it shares the international boundary of Myanmar and India.

En route stop at the bank of river Tapi and have the packed lunch. Overnight at hotel in Mon. Return back to Mon in the evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Mon Sightseeing

Today after breakfast visit Mon village which is located at the distance of about 7 Kilometres away from the Mon town, where you will get the chance to meet the King, who ruled over 12 villages. Also visit Morung, and understand the significant tribal lifestyle of the villages.

Return back to Mon in the evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Mon -Dibrugarh (By Road-150 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, drive to the Kolkata airport to board the flight for Dribrugarh. Upon arrival at Dibrugarh airport, meet our representative and transfer to hotel. Dibrugarh is known as Tea City of India. It is the one of the major city in Assam. It is closed to the Kaziranga National Park. Located on the bank of Brahmaputra Rive.

On arrival, check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Dibrugarh Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, proceed to the explore the major attractions of Dibrugarh including BahikhowaMaidam, RaidongiaDol, LekaiChetiaMaidam, BarbaruaMaidam and DehingSatra. After sightseeing return back to the hotel, rest day is free at leisure.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Dibrugarh – Pasighat (By Road-155 Kilometres)

Post breakfast proceed to the oldest town of Arunchal Pradesh. It is headquarters of East Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh. The town is located on the bank of river Siang. It is the land of yet another famous tribes Passi and Minnyiong. Will do boat ride and cross river. During the ride will explore the tribals.

Day 14: Pasighat - DayingEring Wildlife Sanctuary–Pasighat (By Road-13 Kilometres)Excursion Tour

Today after breakfast, proceed to DayingEring Wildlife Sanctuary. It is the major attraction of Pasighat,which is situated on an island. The name of this wild life sanctuary was given after Dr. Daying Ering. The sanctuary is spread over an area of 190 sq km. After visit

Day 15: Pasighat – Along(By Road-145 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, drive towards Along or 'Aalo' which is located at the distance of about 145 KMs form Pasighat. Along is located at an altitude of 1020 feet from sea level, on the bank of Siang River. It is the land of Adi tribe. The adi tribe is said to be the largest tribe of Arunchal Pradesh. Later visit Kabo Village. Back to along overnight at Along.

Day 16: Along Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed to visit Adi Villages, here you will get the chance to explore the culture and traditions of the village. Return back to the hotel in the evening.

Overnight at Along.

Day 17: Along – Daporijo(By Road-167 Kilometres)

Today after having an earlybreakfast, proceed to Daporijo. A small scenic townand the headquarters of Upper Subansiri district.Daporijo is one of amazing place, where you can see suspension bridges over Subansiri River made from bamboo and cane. This beautiful town is located at the Banks ofSubansiri River.  Upon arrival check in to the hotel. After freshen up, explore the Sigem-Daporijo Reserve forest and Kamala Reserve forest with its rich avi-fauna diversity are worth seeing. After sightseeing, return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 18: Daporijo– Ziro (By Road-170 Kilometres)

Today after early breakfast, proceed to Ziro. It is renowned World Heritage Site, which is located at the distance of 170 Kms form Ziro.  En route enjoy the stunning surroundings. Upon arrival at Ziro, check in to your pre booked hotel. Ziro is home to the Apatani tribe, which have a few unique special characteristic features which differs from other tribes.

Day 19: Ziro Sightseeing

Post breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing in and around the Ziro, visit famous Hong Village which is known as Asia’s largest tribal village, also visit Apatani villages and ZiroLimekin Nishi tribal villages.  After visiting these places return back to Ziro.

Day 20: Ziro - Tezpur(By Road-300 Kilometres)

Today after having an early breakfast proceed to Tezpur. It is located on the north bank of the Brahmaputra, it is one of the most beautiful city in the state of Assam. Tezpur is also one of the historical city. The city abounds in archaeological sites, hills, lakes and gardens.

Upon arrival, check in at tea garden bungalow. After freshen up, visit the tea factory. Overnight at Tezpur.

Day 21: Tezpur– Dirang (By Road-195 Kilometres)

Today early morning, proceed to trek to National Park. Enjoy the magical view of Himalayan mountain ranges along with the unique species of birds and the vast flora and fauna.

Return to your camp /lodge, and have the breakfast.  After breakfast, proceed for River Rafting on JiaBhorali River. Enjoy the stunning surroundings while sailing on the boat.

Post lunch, drive to Dirang which is known as the land of Monpa tribes of Arunachal Pradesh. It is renowned for sheep breeding farms, natural hot springs and apple orchards.

Enroute visit Tippi Orchid Centre and Sessa Orchid Sanctuary. Overnight at Dirang

Day 22: Dirang Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing of Dirang. Visit Sangti Valley which is located at the banks of Sangti River. Later visit the Sheep Breeding Centre, DirangDzong. Return to your hotel. Overnight at Dirang.

Day 23: Dirang – Sela Pass(By Road-63 Kilometres) - Tawang(By Road-67 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, dive to Tawang. Tawang is one of the most beautiful town in Arunachal Pradesh which is located at the height of about 10,000 feet above sea level, boarded by Tibet in the North, Bhutan in the South-West.  Tawang is known for its natural beauty as there are many beautiful glacier lakes in and around the town.  En route visit the Sela Pass which is located at the height of about 14,000 feet, surrounded by alpine forest and covered with snow for most of the year.  There is a small lake located at this place called Paradise Lake, it is frozen at this time of the year.

You may also visit the spectacular Nuranang Falls, which is also known as Jang Falls, Just below the waterfall it falls into the Tawang River.

Upon arrival at Tawang, Check into your hotel. Rest for a while.  Post lunch visit the famous 300 year old Monastery, Tawang Monastery. It is the oldest Gompa in India and second largest Monastery or Gompa in Asia. The Monastery is situated at the height of approximately 12000 feet above the sea level. An eight meter high gilded statue of the Buddha is located here. It also houses the various old Thankas (traditional paintings) and manuscripts.

Dinner and overnight at Tawang.

Day 24: Tawang Sightseeing

Today after breakfast proceed to visit the one of the most beautiful and highest lake Pangong Tang Tso, it located at the height of about 14,270 feet above from the sea level. This is an extremely scenic lake offer the breath taking view of the town.

 Return in time for lunch. Rest day is free at leisure or you can do some shopping at the local market or explore the stunning surroundings of the place on your own. Dinner and overnight at Tawang.

Day 25: Tawang– Shillong (By Road- 224 kilometres)

After early breakfast, proceed to Shillong, which is also known as the 'Scotland of the East". It is located at the distance of about 254 kilometres by road. On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. In evening visit the markets in the Mall.

Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 26: Shillong - Cherapunjee – Shillong (By Road-55 Kilometres)

After breakfast, proceed to Cherrapunjee , which is located at the distance of about 55 kilometres away from Shillong.  Chirapunji is known as the wettest place of India. Visit the beautiful waterfall-Nohkalikai which is one of the most popular attraction of cherrapunji. You can also explore some of the caves in and around Cherrapunjee.

In evening return to Shillong, on arrival visit Elephanta falls and Shillong peak for some panoramic views. Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.

Day 27: Shillong Sightseeing

Post breakfast, proceed to visit Don Bosco Monument, Botanical Garden, Ward’s Lake and Lady Hydri Park. Evening free at leisure or you can explore the nearby locations and markets as per your choice. Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.

Day 28: Shillong – Guwahati (By Road-100 Kilometres)(Departure)

Today is the last day of the Tour. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards the Guwahati airport for onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:

  1. Visit 'Kalakshetra', here enjoy the Light and sound show.
  2. Visit Kamakhya temple.
  3. Explore eastern zone of Kaziranga National Park.
  4. Enjoy an elephant safari and a jeep safari.
  5. Tocklai Tea Research Centre in Jorhat.
  6. Explore Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary
  7. Explore Majuli Island
  8. Explore Villages around Mokokchung :Longkhum Village, Ungma Village and Molung.
  9. Explore Mon village and meet the King, who ruled over 12 villages.
  10. Visit Chui village, and understand the significant tribal lifestyle of the villages.
  11. Explore Longwa, it shares the international boundary of Myanmar and India.
  12. Explore the major attractions of Dibrugarh including Bahikhowa Maidam, Raidongia Dol, Lekai Chetia Maidam, BarbaruaMaidam and Dehing Satra.
  13. Enjoy the boat ride. ( from Pasighat- Dibrugarh)
  14. Explore Daying Ering Wildlife Sanctuary.
  15. Explore Adi Villages.
  16. Explore the Sigem-Daporijo Reserve forest and Kamala Reserve forest
  17. Enjoy the full day sightseeing in and around the Ziro, visit famous Hong Village which is known as Asia’s largest tribal village, also visit Apatani villages and ZiroLimekin Nishi tribal villages.
  18. Visit the tea factory in Tezpur.
  19. Explore the Sela Pass and Nuranang Falls. ( Enroute Dirang – Tawang)
  20. Visit Tawang Monastery which is the oldest Monastery in India.
  21. Explore the Pangong Tang Tso Lake which is one of the most beautiful and highest lake.
  22. Full day excursion to Cherapunjee.

Enjoy the prime attractions of Shillong including Don Bosco Monument, Botanical Garden, Ward’s Lake and Lady Hydri Park.

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