About the Arunachal Pradesh Special Tour
The Arunachal Pradesh Special Tour is our flagship 11-day premium circuit
combining the best of Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh in one seamless journey. What makes this
Arunachal Pradesh holiday package stand out is the premium accommodation —
featuring Radisson hotels in Guwahati alongside authentic homestays and boutique properties in
the hills — giving you both luxury and local authenticity.
This Arunachal Pradesh tour package begins with a full day in Guwahati, covers
Meghalaya's iconic Shillong–Dawki–Cherrapunjee triangle, then ventures deep into Arunachal
Pradesh via Bhalukpong and Dirang to the sacred Tawang Monastery, the Indo-China border at Bumla
Pass, and back via Bomdila. At ₹49,999 with SUV transport and Inner Line Permits, this is the
ultimate Northeast India experience.
⭐ Premium Accommodation
Highlights
🏨 Radisson Guwahati
🏡 Mountain Homestays
🏔 Boutique Tawang Hotel
🌿 Bhalukpong Resort
🛕 Brahmaputra River Cruise
🕌 Kamakhya Temple
🌊 Dawki River Boating
🕌 Tawang Monastery
🇨🇳 Bumla Pass (15,200 ft)
🏔 Sela Pass
🌿 Sangti Valley
💧 Nohkalikai Falls
🏘 Mawlynnong Village
🗻 Laitlum Canyon
Complete 11-Day Arunachal Pradesh Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Guwahati Arrival & City Sightseeing
Arrive in Guwahati and check in at Radisson Blu or equivalent premium
hotel. Full day exploring Guwahati — the gateway to Northeast India. Visit Umananda Temple
on the world's smallest inhabited river island (Peacock Island) in the Brahmaputra.
Experience the magical sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River. Explore Fancy Bazar for local
spices and handicrafts.
Umananda Temple (Peacock Island)
Brahmaputra Sunset Cruise
Fancy Bazar
🏨 Stay: Guwahati (Radisson/Equiv.)
Day 2: Guwahati → Shillong via Kamakhya Temple
Morning visit to the powerful Kamakhya Temple — one of India's 51
Shakti Peethas atop Nilachal Hill. Then drive to Shillong via the scenic Umiam Lake
(Barapani). Check into hotel and explore Police Bazar — Shillong's vibrant commercial heart
known for local food, music, and shopping.
Maa Kamakhya Temple
Umiam Lake (Barapani)
Police Bazar Shillong
🏨 Stay: Shillong
Day 3: Shillong → Mawlynnong → Dawki
Visit Asia's cleanest village — Mawlynnong — and its famous Living
Root Bridge and Sky Walk platform offering views into Bangladesh. Head to Dawki for boating
on the crystal-clear Umngot River on the Bangladesh border. Return to Shillong for
overnight.
Mawlynnong Cleanest Village
Living Root Bridge
Dawki River Boating
Bangladesh Border View
🏨 Stay: Shillong
Day 4: Shillong → Cherrapunjee
Drive to Cherrapunjee (Sohra) — Earth's wettest place. Explore
Elephant Falls, the spectacular Mawsmai Cave system with stalactites and stalagmites, and
the thundering Nohkalikai Falls. The landscape of Cherrapunjee is defined by dramatic gorges
and endless green valleys falling toward Bangladesh.
Elephant Falls
Mawsmai Cave
Nohkalikai Falls
Seven Sisters Falls Viewpoint
🏨 Stay: Shillong
Day 5: Shillong → Laitlum Canyon → Bhalukpong
Visit Laitlum Grand Canyon — a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the
Khasi Hills valleys. Stop at Maha Mrityunjay Temple. Then drive to Bhalukpong — a charming
riverside town on the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, known for river fishing, rafting, and
the Tipi Orchid Centre nearby.
Laitlum Grand Canyon
Maha Mrityunjay Temple
Drive to Bhalukpong
Bhalukpong riverside
🏨 Stay: Bhalukpong
Day 6: Bhalukpong → Dirang (Sangti Valley)
Drive deeper into Arunachal Pradesh to the beautiful Dirang Valley.
Soak in natural hot springs, visit the ancient 17th-century Dirang Monastery, and explore
the scenic Sangti Valley — one of Arunachal's most picturesque destinations and a wintering
ground for Black-necked Cranes (November–February).
Natural Hot Spring
Sangti Valley
Dirang Monastery
Dirang Dzong
🏨 Stay: Dirang
Day 7: Dirang → Sela Pass → Tawang
The iconic drive over Sela Pass (13,700 ft) — one of India's most
dramatic high-altitude roads. The pass is often snowbound and offers stunning views of
Himalayan peaks. Visit the Jaswant Garh War Memorial and the Jung Waterfall. Arrive in
Tawang — the spiritual heart of Arunachal Pradesh.
Sela Pass (13,700 ft)
Sela Lake
Jaswant Garh Memorial
Jung Waterfall
🏨 Stay: Tawang
Day 8: Tawang Local Sightseeing
Full day immersed in Tawang's Buddhist heritage. The Tawang Monastery
(founded 1680–81) houses over 400 monks and contains a 28-foot golden statue of the Buddha.
Visit the birthplace of Tsangyang Gyatso — the 6th Dalai Lama — and the Ani Gompa nunnery.
The 60-foot Giant Buddha statue overlooking the valley is unmissable.
Tawang Monastery (largest in India)
6th Dalai Lama Birthplace
Buddha Statue (60 ft)
Tawang War Memorial
🏨 Stay: Tawang
Day 9: Bumla Pass & Madhuri Lake
The most thrilling day of the entire tour. Drive to Bumla Pass (15,200
ft) on the India-China border — an experience that is both emotionally and visually
extraordinary. Also visit PTSO Lake and the famous Madhuri Lake (Shungetsar Lake) —
surrounded by golden meadows, jade-colored water, and snow-capped peaks.
Bumla Pass (Indo-China Border 15,200 ft)
PTSO Lake
Madhuri Lake (Shungetsar)
🏨 Stay: Tawang
Day 10: Tawang → Bomdila
Drive from Tawang to Bomdila through scenic mountain roads. Visit the
Chillipam Gompa monastery. Explore Bomdila's vibrant market for Tibetan handicrafts,
hand-woven carpets, and local produce. The Bomdila Monastery offers excellent thangka
paintings and religious artifacts.
Chillipam Gompa
Bomdila Monastery
Bomdila Market
🏨 Stay: Bomdila
Day 11: Bomdila → Guwahati (Departure)
Drive back to Guwahati through the beautiful Assam foothills.
Approximately 6–7 hour journey with scenic stops along the Brahmaputra valley. Airport or
railway station drop in Guwahati. End of the Arunachal Pradesh Special
Tour.
Scenic drive to Guwahati
Assam foothills views
Guwahati airport/station drop
🏁 Tour Ends
What Makes This Arunachal Package Premium?
Unlike standard Arunachal Pradesh tour packages, the Arunachal Special upgrades
your stay with premium accommodation at select properties including Radisson in Guwahati. The
package uses an SUV for maximum comfort on high-altitude mountain roads. Our driver-guides are
locals with deep knowledge of Arunachal Pradesh's terrain, culture, and hidden gems.
The package also uniquely combines a 2-day Meghalaya trip within the same tour —
covering Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Dawki, and Mawlynnong — before heading to Arunachal Pradesh via
Bhalukpong. This makes it the most comprehensive combined Meghalaya Arunachal Pradesh
holiday package available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this package and the 7-day Tawang Expedition?
The Arunachal Special (11 days) includes 2 additional days in Guwahati and Meghalaya
(Shillong, Dawki, Cherrapunjee), premium Radisson accommodation in Guwahati, and an SUV
vehicle upgrade. It covers more destinations for a more comprehensive Northeast India
experience.
What hotel stays are included in this Arunachal Pradesh package?
Guwahati: Radisson Blu or equivalent 4-star. Shillong: 3-star hotel. Bhalukpong: Nature
resort/hotel. Dirang and Tawang: Comfortable mountain hotels/homestays. Bomdila: Hotel with
mountain views. All properties are verified by our team.
Can I fly into Tezpur or Dibrugarh instead of Guwahati?
Yes, with minor itinerary adjustments the package can begin from Tezpur Airport (Salonibari)
which is closer to Bhalukpong. Contact us through the Assam Seva app to customize the pickup
point. Dibrugarh is used for eastern Arunachal tours.
Is this tour suitable for couples and honeymooners?
Absolutely. The Arunachal Pradesh Special is very popular with couples for its blend of
natural beauty, cultural experiences, and premium accommodation. The Brahmaputra cruise,
Sela Pass snow, and Tawang Monastery create wonderfully romantic and memorable experiences.
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