Assam and Arunachal Cultural Tour 7N & 8D
Overview
In this trip we will explore some places of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh of North East India. Culturally, Arunachal Pradesh is one of richest and most beautiful destinations in North East India where we will still find a lot of the aged old living traditions. Apart from Arunachal, This tour will also take you to the World's Largest river Island - Majuli on the banks of the mighty river Brahmaputra in Assam. Get a chance to explore this river island and visit the places to enjoy the beauty of the culture and people
Itinerary
Day 1 : Guwahati
Meet a Alder Tour representative at Guwahati and transfer to Hotel.
O/N at Hotel in Guwahati
Day 2 : Guwahati-Nameri [4/5 hrs]
Today we shall drive to Nameri National Park. On arrival check into to your lodge. Later we shall visit Pigmy Hook conservation Centre, the smallest species of pig! We shall also visit Mishing tribal villages and Boro tribal villages as well etc.
O/N Eco Camp
Day 3 : Nameri– Ziro [275 km /8-9 hrs]
Today after breakfast we shall drive toward Ziro valley the home town of Apatani people of Arunachal. Enroute you will pass through Nishi Tribal villages, on reaching Ziro check into hotel and overnight stay.
Ziro is located in the lower Subansiri District, at an elevation of 1688m above sea level. Ziro is home to the Apatani people, a non-nomadic, agrarian tribe. The Apatani people are environmentally conscious community who practice wetland cultivation, instead of the dry land one, which involves the burning of the forest. The paddy farms in this region serves dual purpose as the farmers rears fish simultaneously using traditional irrigation techniques to rear fish in knee deep water. The UNESCO has even proposed for the Apatani culture landscape’s inclusion to the list of World Heritage site for the tribe’s high agricultural productivity and unique conservation practices.
O/N Blue Pine/similar
Day 4 : Ziro
Today we shall explore Apatani villages like- Hong village, Hijo Village, Hari Village etc where we shall meet local ladies with plucked nose, visit their ritual site, their local houses etc
Today we will explore the villages of the Apatani Tribes, there are several villages in the Apatani Valley but the most popular are Hong Village, Hari Village, Hija village and Bulla village, we will also visit the paddy fields, Apatanis are famous for their rice cultivation process. After lunch we will attend a traditional dance of the Apatani tribes.
O/N. Blue Pine.
Day 5 : Ziro –Majuli Island [220 km - 8 hrs]
Morning drive towards Majuli the river Island, take a local ferry. Depending on the timing of arrival we shall visit Mishing village, visit Satras, meet masks maker, enter local house for a sip of local drink/ tea etc.
O/N Bamboo Guest House.
Day 6 : Majuli
Today we shall visit Mishing village, visit Satras, meet masks maker, enter local house for a sip of local drink/ tea etc.
O/N Bamboo Guest House.
Day 7 : Majuli – Dibrugarh [170 km /5-6 hrs]
At leisure we shall take a local ferry to neemathighat. Later drive Dibrugarh. Afternoon is optional
O/N Hotel Natraj/similar
Day 8 : Dibrugarh - Fly out
Morning after breakfast we shall drive to Dibrugarh airport and connect your flight at 8:00 am for onward journey.
Cost Inclusions and Exclusions
COST INCLUSIONS:
Transportation
Accommodation
All Major Meals
English Speaking Guide
Entry fees
Parking fees
Sealed Water for drinking
PAP Permit
Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Indian Tourists)
GST
COST EXCLUSION:
Personal drinks & beverages.
Camera fees
Train/Flight Tickets
Any other personal expenses which are not mentioned in the “Cost Inclusion” shall be extra payable
Highlights
Explore tribal villages of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh
Explore the largest river island in the world
Local Cuisine and Culture
Tribal Photography
Meet the tribals of Apatani
Tour Price
On Request