Arunachal Mysterious, Powerful & Beautiful

Detailed Itinerary

Arunachal Pradesh lies on the northeastern tip of India, bordering Bhutan on the west, China on the north, Myanmar on the east and the states of Assam on the south. Evergreen forest covers more than 60 % of the state area. Besides the streams, rivers, mountains and peaks, its’ endless variations of scenic beauty are the first to greet sunrise in the country. A river of gold flows through this exotic land of dawn-lit mountains. And that’s only the beginning of the story. Mysterious, Powerful & Beautiful, with faces and moods that change dramatically ever so often, rivers with distinctive individualities form the colorful lifelines of Arunachal Pradesh-the land kissed

by the first rays of the sun. It finds mention in the ancient literature such as the Kalika Purana, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. It was here that Parasuram washed away his sins, Vyasa meditated, Bhismaka founded his kingdom, Lord Krishna married his consort Rukmini, and King Balinarayan drew men for his armies from among the hardy people. The 6th Dalai Lama was born & the 13th found refuge on the soil of Arunachal Pradesh.

Day 01 :
Arrive Guwhati by air and on arrival, meeting, assistance & transfer to waiting vehicle for your onward journey into this fascinating land. Drive to Tezpur (Assam) Sonitpur as ancient Tezpur was known in the olden days is a city steeped in mythology legend and folklore. The city of blood conjures up images of the romantic legend of Usha & Aniruddha and of the fierce battle between Hari and Hara. Overnight in Hotel Luit

Day 02 :
After breakfast drive for Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) Enroute visit orchid research center at Tipi (Bhalukpong) out of thousand species of orchids in India, over 500 are found in Arunachal Pradesh. Next visit Sherdukpen tribal villages at Rupa, who practice Mahayana sect of Buddhism. Overnight Hotel Pemaling/Tourist Lodge

Day 03 :
After breakfast drive to Tawang the District HQ. Enroute visit, Monpa tribal villages, Tsela Lake at an height of 14000ft above sea level. Overnight Hotel Nefa/Tourist Lodge

Day 04 :
Tawang the land of Monpa tribes and the major centre of the Mahayana Buddhism. After breakfast full day excursion to the famous Tawang Monastery. The 300 year old Monastery, locally called 'Gompa' is considered to be the oldest in India and second largest Monastery in Asia after Lhasa in Tibet. The Monastery is located on the spur of a hill at an altitude of 12000 ft. Overlooking the wide valley and surrounded on all sides by towering mountains.12kms on the north west of Tawang is the Brandung Chung Ani Gompa, monastery of the Nuns. Overnight Hotel Nefa/Tourist Lodge

Day 05 :
After breakfast drive to Bomdila, the headquarter of west Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, located at an altitude of 8000ft,having a marvelous view of the snow capped mountains & is populated by inhabitants of an mixed tribal groups consisting of Monpa, Sherdulpen, Aka, Miji Bhugun and Tibetans. Enroute, visit to Jung waterfall & 'Jaswantgarh' a 1962 Indo-China war memorial. Evening visit upper and lower gompa (Buddhist monastery) local market, museum, emporium etc. Overnight Hotel Shipyangpong

Day 06 :
After Breakfast, drive to Itanagar the capital city of Arunachal - a modern settlement built in the vicinity of the ruins of the 14th century fort old capital. Overnight Hotel Arunachal/Siang

Day 07 :
After breakfast visit local market, Museum and later drive to Ziro Enroute visit Nishi tribal villages. Overnight Hotel Blue Pine

Day 08 :
After breakfast visit Ziro the headquarter of Lower Sabunsiri district of Arunachal Pradesh located at an altitude of 1560m,a plateau surrounded by Apatani tribal villages of Diibo - Hija - Bulla - Hari & Hong. The uniqueness of Apatani tribe is the tatoo's on women & man and nose rings in women. Overnight Hotel Blue Pine

Day 9 :
After breakfast drive to Daporijo the headquarter of the Upper Subansri district of Arunachal Pradesh located at an altitude of 600m is an inhabitant of Tagin tribes. Enroute you visit Hillmiri tribal villages. Overnight Circuit House/ Tents/With Local Family

Day 10 :
After breakfast drive to Along the headquarter of west Saing district of Arunachal Pradesh located at an altitude of 300m,inhabitants of Adi(Gallong)tribes.Adi sub tribe which differ from each others like Adi(Gallong,minyong,pasi,padam,Bori, and Boker)Enroute visit Tagin tribal villages. Overnight Hotel Anchal Bhawan/ Magson

Day 11 :
After breakfast visit Adi Gallong tribal villages at Jirdin, Kabu, Kaying & also the Cane bridge on the Siang river, local made of cane and bamboo bridge around 60 to 70m long connecting to the others hill tribes, Adis are expert in making cane bridge. Overnight Hotel Anchal Bhawan/Magson

Day 12 :
After breakfast drive to Pasighat the headquarter of East Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh located at an altitude of 150m, inhabitants of mix tribes Adi(Gallong & Minyong) tribe. Enroute visit Minyong tribal village at Panging. Also visit Museum, Emporium & local market. Overnight Hotel East/Circuit House

Day 13 :
After breakfast, transfer to Jetty to board ferry to Dibrugarh. Cross river Brahamaputra by country made ferry which takes about 6 hrs. The river Brahamaputra is the confluence of the Siang and Lohit river of Arunachal Pradesh.The ferry service Pasighat to Dibrugarh is a lifeline for this tribe. Overnight Hotel Natraj

Day 14 :
It’s time to bid farewell. After breakfast, in time transfer to Dibrugarh Airport to take connecting flight onward to Delhi or Kolkata