Seniors� Special Assam Arunachal Meghalaya, BHTGRP086

Tour Includes

Hotels

3 Star Deluxe AC Hotel Rooms on Twin Sharing Basis

Meals

Pure Vegetarian Indian meals for Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner.

Transport

All Transfers mainly by 2 X 2 AC Coach & Cars wherever necessary

Sightseeing

Permits/ entrance fees of all sightseeing places

Flight Tickets

To and Fro economy class air ticket (Direct Domestic Flights)

Departure Dates

Sunday 5 January, 2025

Friday 7 February, 2025

Saturday 8 March, 2025

Saturday 5 April, 2025

Saturday 3 May, 2025

Monday 2 June, 2025

Arrival / Departure

Tour Starts From:

Guwahati Airport at 10.00 am

Tour Ends at:

Guwahati Airport at 3.00 pm

Tour Price

₹

96,000/-

+5% GST

Per Person
(Including Flight Tickets)

₹

86,000/-

+5% GST

Per Person
(Without Flight Tickets)

Air / Train Tickets Confirmation Depends upon Availability at the time of booking

Day 01

Guwahati - Kaziranga (2 Nights)

Tour guests will report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Domestic/International Airport, Mumbai as per the scheduled flight departure time and fly to Guwahati Airport along with Bharatatva Tour Manager. Upon arrival they will proceed to Kaziranga - where wildlife roams fearlessly and enjoy a beautiful rendezvous with nature.
Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will join the group on their own. The transfer charges to reach the designated place or hotel will be borne by the (J&L) guests.
En-route we visit Nag Temple - a Temple dedicated to snake god and Agnigarh - the site of a fortress, which as per the Hindu mythology, was built by Banasura to keep his daughter Usha in isolation. On arrival at Kaziranga, we have some free time for relaxing.

Today’s Highlights :

Nag Temple, Agnigarh

Night Stay in Kaziranga

Dinner

Tea/Coffee en route to Kaziranga, Tea/Coffee in the evening

Day 02

Kaziranga

Today we experience a thrilling jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park for wildlife viewing. We will come face to face with one horned rhino�s, elephants, deer�s and rare migratory birds. Later we visit Orchid Park - an orchid house with over 600 species from Northeast India, bamboo and medicinal herb gardens, a cactus house and a handicrafts museum. Further we also explore the lush green Tea Gardens. In the evening we enjoy the spectacular Bihu dance - an indigenous folk dance of Assam.

Today’s Highlights :

Jeep Safari at Kaziranga National Park, Orchid Park, Tea Gardens, Bihu Dance

Night Stay in Kaziranga

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee during Safari, Tea/Coffee and Veg Pakoda in the evening

Day 03

Kaziranga - Bomdila (1 Night)

Today we proceed to Bomdila. On arrival we have some free time for relaxing.

Today’s Highlights :

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee en-route to Bomdila, Tea/Coffee in the evening

Day 04

Bomdila - Tawang (2 Nights)

Today we proceed to Tawang, en-route we visit Sela Pass and Sela Lake which gives some delightful views of eastern Himalayan ranges, followed by a visit to Jaswant Garh Indo Chinese War Memorial - a memorial in honour of late Jaswant Singh Rawat.

Please note: Tawang is are situated at a high altitude, which may pose challenges for guests with certain health conditions. Furthermore, for minors, senior citizens, and guests with pre-existing medical conditions, we strongly recommend consulting with your doctor before planning your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Note: Kiwi Garden is operational in Apr, May & Nov. Therefore, guests booking for that period can enjoy the Kiwi Garden.

Today’s Highlights :

Sela Pass and Sela Lake, Jaswant Garh Indo Chinese War Memorial

Night Stay in Tawang

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee en route to Tawang, Tea/Coffee and Pokora at hotel & Snacks at Jaswant Garh

Day 05

Tawang

Today early morning we proceed to Bum la Pass - Situated at the Indo-China border, 15,200 ft. above the sea level. (Please Note: We visit Bum la Pass if we get permission from the Indian army. Also only if the roads are operational).
Later we proceed to visit Peng Teng Tso Lake and Shungatser or Madhuri Lake - which became popular due to its appearance in the Bollywood movie Koyla. It is also known as Madhuri Lake as it is named after the lead actress in the movie. In the evening we visit we visit Tawang War Memorial - built in memory of the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in Sino-Indian war and enjoy the Sound and Light Show.

Note: Foreigners and NRI's are restricted to visit Bum la Pass, Peng Teng Tso Lake and Shungatser Lake.

Today’s Highlights :

Bum la Pass, Peng Teng Tso Lake, Madhuri Lake, Tawang War Memorial

Night Stay in Tawang

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Fruits en-route Bum la Pass, Tea/Coffee and Instant Noodles at Bum la Pass or Madhuri Lake, Tea/Coffee and Veg Momos at Hotel

Day 06

Tawang - Dirang (1 Night)

Today we visit Tawang Monastery - the 2nd largest monastery in Asia. Later we proceed to Dirang. En-route we visit Nuranang waterfall at Jang - one of the most spectacular waterfall which offers a pristine and beautiful experience. Further we pass through Sela Tunnel - recognized as the world's longest bi-lane tunnel at an elevation exceeding 13,000 feet before reaching Dirang.

Today’s Highlights :

Tawang Monastery, Nuranang waterfall

Night Stay in Dirang

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee and dry cake en route to Dirang, Tetra Pack Juice at Nuranang Waterfall, Lassi/Chaas during journey

Day 07

Dirang - Tezpur (1 Night)

Today we visit Thupsung Dhargye Ling Monastery, also known as Dirang Monastery. Renowned for its serene environment and stunning views of the Dirang Valley, the monastery showcases beautiful Tibetan architecture and serves as a center for Buddhist learning and meditation. Later we proceed to Tezpur - a city located on the backs of river Brahmaputra. En route we take a photo stop at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue. Upon arrival, we visit Mahabhairab Temple - an ancient temple located on a hillock.

Today’s Highlights :

Thupsung Dhargye Ling Monastery, Mahabhairab Temple

Night Stay in Tezpur

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Fruits & Tea/Coffee en route to Tezpur and evening tea/coffee at hotel

Day 08

Tezpur - Shillong (3 Nights)

Today we proceed to Shillong - The capital city of Meghalaya. En route we enjoy the view of beautiful Umiam Lake.

Today’s Highlights :

Umiam Lake

Night Stay in Shillong

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Coconut water en route to Shillong, Tea/Coffee in the evening // Butter Tea at Shillong

Day 09

Shillong - Mawlynnong - Shillong

Today we explore Mawlynnong village which has been awarded as the �Cleanest Village in Asia�. We visit the Balancing Rock and the Living Root Bridge - Centuries old bridges grown from tangled roots. Later we proceed to see the crystal clear waters of Dawki river and enjoy boating on the river. Dawki lies at the border of India and Bangladesh and is famous for a suspension bridge over Umngot River (commonly known as Dawki bridge) constructed by British in 1932. We also visit India - Bangladesh border at Tamabil. In the evening, we have free time for relaxing and exploring the surroundings.

Today’s Highlights :

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee en route Mawlynnong & Local fruit at Living Root Bridge, Tea/Coffee at Shillong in the evening

Day 10

Shillong - Cherrapunjee - Shillong

Today we visit Cathedral of Mary, Elephant Falls and Ram Krishna Mission. Later we proceed to Cherrapunjee - officially known as Sohra. It is one of the wettest place on earth. We also view Mawsmai Caves, Seven Sisters Falls, and Nohkalikai fall - the tallest plunge waterfall in India from viewpoint. In the evening, we have free time to enjoy shopping in local market.

Today’s Highlights :

Cathedral of Mary, Elephant Falls, Ram Krishna Mission, Mawsmai Caves, Seven Sisters Falls, Nohkalikai fall

Night Stay in Shillong

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Morning Tea/Coffee and Momos en route Cherrapunjee, Butter Milk at Lunch point and Evening Tea/Coffee en-route Shillong

Day 11

Shillong - Guwahati (1 Night)

Today we proceed to Guwahati. En route we visit Maha Mrityunjai Temple - renowned as the World's Tallest Shivling at about 126 feet high.
Upon arrival we visit the Kamakhya Temple, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India, where we will have Mukh Darshan and later enjoy a ride in the longest river ropeway over the Brahmaputra. Get a panoramic view of Umananda Temple, Peacock Island, the Brahmaputra River and the surrounding hills. Later we sail over the River Cruise in Brahmaputra.

Today’s Highlights :

Kamakhya Temple, River Ropeway Ride over the Brahmaputra, Brahmaputra River Cruise

Night Stay in Guwahati

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tea/Coffee/Tetra Pack Juice en-route to Guwahati, Jhalmuri (local bhel) at Guwahati and evening Tea/Coffee on cruise

Day 12

Guwahati - Departure to Hometown

It�s time now to say goodbye, Phir Milenge!
Let�s stay in touch with each other through email, phone, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, etc. and meet again on yet another memorable Bharatatva tour. See you all!
Tour guests will proceed to the airport as per their scheduled group flight departure time and start their journey back home.
Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will leave the group after the scheduled program. The transfer charges to reach their respective airport/cruise/rail/bus terminal will be borne by the (J&L) guests.
Tour concludes.

Please note:
Airline:
On group tours, we generally fly with the airlines that are group-friendly.
Group tours are based on economy class, if you wish to travel by Premium Economy / Business Class / First Class, we can arrange the same at an additional cost subject to availability.
During your air travel, refreshments and meals are provided as per the airline policy. However, we recommend you to carry dry snacks of your choice for the flight journey.

Transport:
For transfers and sightseeing we use small cars / Tempo Travellers / Mini or big coaches depending on the respective tour group size.
The seating arrangement in the coach is based on booking priority. Seat numbers 1 & 2 are reserved for Tour Managers and Tour Guides. Seat numbers 3 & 4 are reserved as Prime Seats which can be availed by paying an additional cost.
In case of small cars there will be 4-6 guests in one car as per the capacity and guests occupy the seats on rotation basis.
If you wish to utilise the vehicle solely for yourself or your family or you would like to upgrade the vehicle, we can arrange the same at an additional cost subject to availability.

Sightseeing attractions:
Given the current dynamic situation, some monuments or sightseeing places may be closed temporarily without any prior notice. Sometimes due to rush or changes in the reservation system, entrance to the sightseeing attractions may be unavailable; in such cases, every attempt will be made to visit an alternate sightseeing place if possible or refund of the entry fee will be given.

Hotels:
The hotels on tour are comfortable and have been appreciated by Bharatatva�s guests in the past. Kindly check your respective hotels before booking your tour.

Room Sharing:
Sometimes, two single unfamiliar travellers (gender - alike) share a room, should read the instruction paper along with the terms & conditions and abide by the same.

Meals:
On tour, we provide all meals, from day one to the last day, as mentioned in the itinerary.
In case of early arrival or late departure due flight timings, guests will be provided an additional meal/s without any extra cost.
In case of connecting flights, if the transit time exceeds beyond three hours, guests will be provided with a meal/meal coupon.
Generally, meals are provided in the restaurants. On certain occasions, packed meals will be provided for the ease of itinerary operation/sightseeing.
Breakfasts are generally Indian or Continental whereas, lunches and dinners are in the form of set menu and are Indian OR Indian along with a regional dish OR regional cuisine OR popular street food.
At religious places due to restrictions, only vegetarian food will be served. At all other places, meals are a combination of Vegetarian or Non Vegetarian food items.

Today’s Highlights :

Breakfast

Tour Inclusions

To and Fro economy class air ticket (Direct Domestic Flights) with current airport taxes
Baggage Allowance as per the airline policy
Travel by comfortable A/C or non A/C small cars or Tempo Travellers or Mini Buses or big buses depending on the respective tour group size
Accommodation in comfortable hotels on twin/triple/Single sharing basis
All Meals – Morning tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, evening tea/coffee with cookies/snacks, dinner and Water Bottle (1 Litre) per person per day
Guide & driver tips, hotel & restaurants tips
Permits/ entrance fees of all sightseeing places which is to be visited from inside
Accompanied local guide/s services wherever require
Bharatatva Tour Manager Services from Day 01 Meeting point till the dropping point on last day
Travel Insurance for guests up to 70 years of age

Tour Exclusions

Government of India Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 5%
Any increase in airfare, airport tax, fuel surcharge etc.
Any new tax/es levied by the central or state government
Cost of Insurance
Any upgradation in airline class, vehicle, hotel or hotel room category
Cost of Pre/Post tour hotel accommodation
Any extra expense incurred due to any forced majeure situation before the tour departure or during the tour, such as change in airline schedule, route or operation, changing the tour date, change in hotel etc.
Personal expense like porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, extra mineral water or food which is not a part of group’s set meal menu
Any extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization or any personal emergency
Cost of any optional activity or service
Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘tour price includes’ column

Need To Know

Weather

For detailed Information about weather kindly visit www.accuweather.com

Transport

A/C Vehicle Type - depends upon group size.

Documents Required for Travel

ADULT: Voters ID / Passport / Aadhar Card / Driving Licence
CHILD : Passport / Aadhar Card / School ID
INFANT: Aadhar Card/ Birth certificate
ID card, ID card type and ID card number is mandatory at time of booking, kindly carry the same ID card on tour.
For NRI and Foreign National Guests alongwith Passport, Valid Indian Visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is mandatory.
Carry one passport size photo.

Remarks

All meals are provided by Bharatatva in case the flight reaches the stipulated destination early morning or leaves destination late in the evening.
The tour price varies for NRI’s or foreign nationals, for more details kindly contact your travel advisor
NRIs and Foreign nationals please ensure proper identity is conveyed to booking executive at the time of booking and all details along with passport copies are handed over to the booking executive.
Standard Check-in and check-out time of hotels in India is generally 1.30 PM and 10 AM respectively.

Advanced Preparation

As everyone is becoming a frequent traveller now, we suggest that you make your own travel accessories kit to ensure a stress free holiday.
Always make sure to carry less and light luggage, use a four wheel small or medium suitcase and please make sure that you are carrying only one suitcase per person. This will ensure that you will travel smartly and without any inconveniences.
It is also recommended that you have one cross shoulder bag or haversack for your handy needs which will ensure that you are comfortable at the time of sightseeing and also easy for photography during your tour.
A smart cap/hat and sunglasses are definitely something that you should have in your kit.
Though Bharatatva provides all three meals, that is breakfast, lunch, dinner and Bharatatva treats as per the itinerary, you can carry dry snacks of your choice in small sealed packets for munching during air travel or road journeys.
If you are travelling during the monsoon or to destinations where it is rainy, please carry a small umbrella or poncho.
For international tours, please carry a universal adapter for charging your cameras and mobile phones.
Ensure that your clothing and footwear is suitable for the destination you are travelling to.

Payments & Cancellation Terms

Guests will be needed to pay an advance booking amount of Rs.10,000/- per person to raise invoice and Air/ Train Ticket Blocking/Booking.
Anu Discount/ offer Coupon Codes are to be informed before Raising the invoice.
40% Advance at the Time of booking after receiving Invoice and rest 15 Days prior to tour start date.
Any Air/ Train Bookings to be made should be paid 100% in advance
In case of offers applied with more than 40% Discount then 100% in Advance.
0% Cancellation for any land package bookings 45 Days before departure.
30% Cancellation for any land package bookings 15 Days before departure.
100% Cancellation for any land package bookings 7 Days before departure.
Cancellation of Air/ Train Tickets subject to cancellation policy of respective train/ flight operator.
Guest can pay by Cash /Online Transfer/ Cheque/ Demand Draft / Debit card / credit card.
For Debit / Credit Card payments 1.8% additional convenience charge will be applicable
All Payments to be made via Official Payment link or Bank details provided on Invoice.

Important Notes

Please confirm current Tour price, availability & Offers before booking the tour.
At the time of booking Invoice and Detailed Itinerary will be shared along with Inclusions and Exclusions.
All Flight/Train Tickets with confirmations will be shared 15 Days before departure.
Hotel Vouchers and Accommodation details will be shared 15 Days before Tour Start Date after Complete Payment.
Tour Manager Contact Details will be shared 7 Days Before Tour start Date.
Tour Manager will arrange a Video Call/ Meet 5 Days before Tour start date.
For any Customizations or additional requests are to be made at the time of booking. Bharatatva will try its best to accommodate your requests.