Arunachal - Tawang Circuit

9 days custom trip
Shergaon
Dirang
Tawang

This journey will be extremely challenging and rewarding, also pretty exhausting too. And during your trip, you will see it all - snow-covered mountains, glacial lakes, furry yaks, valleys with miles of paddy fields, kiwi orchards, hundreds of grazing cows, soldiers, monks and so much more. But surely you will remember the journey to Tawang more than the destination itself.

Arunachal Pradesh is one place where you will truly feel no pictures or videos could ever do justice to its unparalleled beauty. It is only to be experienced in person. So, here is a complete guide to help you plan your trip to Arunachal.

This is a 9 day long itinerary for Arunachal Pradesh for exploring the diverse natural beauty and cultural heritage of the Himalayan state, without getting too hectic. We have provided as much detail as possible to help you plan your next trip to Arunachal.

We would be too glad to customize /extend it as per your preferences. There are some exciting unconventional routes also which we would be sharing soon. Further, we would love to arrange short treks alongside the main schedule, which would give you a more immersive experience of Arunachal.

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Pricing

• Price based on standard accommodation
13,200 pp group tour

• Price based on standard accommodation
19,800 pp exclusive tour

• Price based on deluxe accommodation
21,900 pp exclusive tour

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Highlights

  1. Guwahati to Shergaon.

    Reach Assam (Guwahati) and drive to Arunachal.

    • Overnight at Shergaon, Arunachal.
  2. Shergaon to Dirang.

    Drive to the most beautiful Dirang valley.

    • Overnight at Dirang.
  3. Explore Sangti Valley.

    • Overnight at Dirang.
  4. Dirang to Tawang (150 kms).

    • Overnight at Tawang.
  5. Explore Tawang.

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    • Overnight at Tawang.
  6. Explore Bumla Pass.

    • Overnight at Tawang.
  7. Tawang to Bomdila (175 kms).

    • Overnight at Bomdila.
  8. Bomdila to Nameri (170 kms).

    • Overnight at eco-camp in Nameri National Park.
  9. Nameri to Guwahati (200 kms).

    • Overnight in train.

Day 1

Fly to Guwahati and start your road trip to Arunachal Pradesh. We recommend taking an early morning flight to Guwahati so that you can reach Shergaon before evening. If you reach Guwahati by afternoon, stay in Bhalukpong for the night and proceed to Shergaon the next day. This will add an additional day to your trip.
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Day 2

After breakfast, drive to the most beautiful Dirang valley. It is an almost picture-perfect Tibetan – Monpa stone village marred only by the main road. Above the picturesque stone houses rises a steep rocky hill topped with old Dirangs Gompa and several walls. The Regional Apple Nursery and Kiwi Farms are situated across the river valley and one has to cross over through a small bridge.
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Day 3

Post breakfast, explore the villages and other famous sightseeing destinations of Dirang and nearby destinations. Dirang valley is a beautiful valley in the foothills of the Himalayan ranges. Will visit the picturesque locations of Sangti Valley, a definite tourist spot if you love nature dotted with pristine forests and meandering fast hill rivers and home to a very interesting culture and tradition. Around this valley you can witness interesting features like various fruit orchids and exotic birds. Visit Dirang Dzong at the end of day.
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Day 4

Post breakfast, start your onward journey for Tawang. Will reach Tawang by evening. Explore;
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Day 5

After breakfast, exploring Tawang. Visit Tawang Monastery for eternal peace (The Monastery is the second biggest and oldest in Asia and is known as the Tawang Ganden Namgyal Lhatse i.e., the celestial paradise of divine site chosen by the horse was founded by Merag Lodroe Gyamtso in the year 1680-81), the Giant Buddha Statue, Madhuri Lake, Tawang War Memorial and the Tawang local market. Also try the ethnic local cuisines.
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Day 6

After breakfast, heading towards the most famous Bumla Pass. At an elevation of 15,200 ft above the sea level, the Bum La Pass marks the Indo-China border. A prominent attraction of Arunachal Pradesh. Bumla Pass has witnessed many memorable events that make it a special one in the history of India. When on a visit to Bumla Pass, make a point to see the route from where Dalai Lama entered India to take a refuge. Also, there's a lake called Sangestar Tso, which is worth a watch. Make a point to get a picture clicked, and place a pebble stone in front of the Heap of Stones, which is a tribute to the Indian Army guardians of the border.
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Day 7

Post breakfast, will drive to Bomdila through the lush green mountains of Arunachal Pradesh. The major attractions are Bomdila View Point, Monastery at Bomdila, this abode to Buddhist monks and Llamas is the biggest attraction in Bomdila. The monastery is also believed to be an exact replica of Tsona Gontse Monastery, Tibet. The local market for shopping.
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Day 8

Post breakfast, drive to Nameri National Park. A long drive full of good memories and experiences through the beautiful valleys of Arunachal. Have a Jungle Trek or Safari at Nameri National Park and River Rafting Experience at the majestic Kameng River. After lunch it's time for leisure activity around the resort or one can opt for Angling in River Jia Bhoroli. The river is home to the Golden Mahseer or the tiger of the Jia Bhoroli.
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Day 9

Post breakfast, its time to check out from the eco-camp. Will be driving back to Guwahati for the drop. Undesirably, the day has come to bid adieu to the exotic nature and landscape of Northeast India.
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The Finer Detail

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Inner Line Permit (ILP)


Best time to visit Arunachal



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Shergaon
Dirang
Sangti Valley
Tawang
Bomdila
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