Arunachal Pradesh Monastery Tour.

Day 1: Arrive Guwahati

On arrival at Guwahati airport / railway station meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. In the evening visit Kamakhya Devi Temple.
Overnight stay at Guwahati.

Attractions: Kamakhya Temple

Day 2: Guwahati – Bhalukpong, 245 km / 6 hrs

In the morning after breakfast drive to Bhalukpong, the sylvan paradise in Arunachal Pradesh. On arrival, check into a hotel. In the evening visit one of Asia’s largest gardens of orchids that houses over 450 rare orchids out of 1000 found in India. You can also visit the snow-fed Kameng River that flows alongside.
Overnight stay at Bhalukpong.

Attractions:
- Bhalukpong,
- Kameng River

Meals : Breakfast

Day 3: Bhalukpong - Dirang, 137 km / 5 hrs

After breakfast drive to Dirang that has a picturesque Monpa Valley (8600ft). En-route we will visit Bomdila Monastery, which was constructed by TsonaGontse Rinpoche, the 12th reincarnate. The monastery is one of the most famous attractions of Bomdila and was inaugurated in 1965. Bomdila monastery is abode to Buddhist Monks and Lamas. It is believed to be the monastery here in Bomdila is exact replica of TsonaGontse Monastery.
Upon arrival at Dirang, check into the hotel. In the evening you are free to visit the hot water spring, regional sheep farm, Sangti and Yak Research Center.
Overnight stay at Dirang.

Attractions:
- Monpa valley,
- Bomdila Monastery,
- Hot Spring Water

Meals : Breakfast

Day 4: Dirang - Tawang, 145 km / 6 hrs

After an early breakfast we will leave for one of the most popular tourist destinations, Tawang. We will be driving through the beautiful valley of Dirang to reach Sela Pass (13703 ft). En-route bubbling river and colorful tribes will greet you. On reaching spend some time around the paradise lake, which is the land of the Monpa tribes and a major center of the Mahayana Buddhism. Later, we will continue our drive to Tawang. Upon arrival, check into a hotel. In the evening you can visit the Craft Center and traditional Monpa Village. Overnight stay at Tawang.

Attractions:
- Sela Pass,
- Craft Center

Meals : Breakfast

Day 5: Tawang Sightseeing

Today we will have a full day excursion around Tawang. We will visit the famous Tawang Monastery, which was founded by Mera Lama LodreGyaltso. He was a contemporary of the fifth Dalai Lama and founded the Monestery during 17th century A.D. At present it accommodates over 500 monks and houses priceless Buddhist texts and scriptures.
Later, we will go on a short trek to BramdungchungAniGomap, which is the abode of nuns and the oldest AniGompa in Tawang. The Gompa is situated in the lap of a far off mountain laced with natural scenery and comes under the administration of Tawang Monastery.
In the evening we will visit Urgelling Monastery, situated 5 km to the south of town. It was here in 1683 TsangyangGyatso, the sixth Dalai Lama was born. We will also visit the Monpa Village.
Overnight stay at Tawang.

Attractions:
- Tawang Monastery,
- BramdungchungAniGomap,
- Urgelling Monastery

Meals : Breakfast

Day 6: Tawang – Bumla Pass, 92 km one way – Tawang

After breakfast visit Sungester Lake (Alt 14500Ft) which was formed in 1950, following a major earthquake. It is better known as Madhuri Lake after the actress of the same name who came here for a shoot of the film “Koyla”. Then visit the PTso Lake on the way.
Then visit the Bumla Pass (Alt 15000Ft / 4400M), this is one of the most off-beat passes in the world. It is also referred to as the pass from where Dalai Lama entered India escaping from Tibet.
Overnight stay at Tawang.

Attractions:
- Madhuri Lake,
- PTso Lake
- Bumla Pass

Meals : Breakfast

Day 7: Tawang – Bomdila, 180 km /5 Hrs

Today after breakfast we will drive back to Bomdila. On the way we will stop to visit 1962 Indo-China War Memorial, which is dedicated to Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat, of the 4th Battalion of Garhwal Rifles Infantry Regiment. He showed his heroism by fighting and holding the attack of China back for 72 hours all alone. Singh remained at his post at an altitude of about 10,000 feet before succumbing to an enemy bullet during that bloody winter war. The memorial is located 25 km before Tawang and is surrounded by scenic terrain just below the Sela Pass.
After visiting the war memorial, we will continue our drive to Bomdila. En-route enjoy the beauty of snow-clad peaks namely Kangto (7090 mt), NyegiKangsang (7050 mt), Gorichen (6488 mt).
Upon arrival at Bomdila, check into the hotel. Enjoy evening at leisure, followed by overnight stay at Tawang.

Attractions: Indo-China War Memorial

Meals : Breakfast

Day 8: Bomdila – Tipi – Tezpur, 210 km / 6 hrs

Today after breakfast we will drive to Tezpur, en-route visit the Orchid Center at Tipi. Tipi houses over 7500 orchids. On display are some of the finest species like the Dainty Lady’s Slipper or the more formal sounding Dendrobium.
Continue drive to Tezpur. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Fresh-n-up and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Tezpur.
The place is also known as ‘The City of Blood’. It is steeped in mythologies and legends. Situated on the north bank of Brahmaputra, this town of magnificent scenic beauty and exquisite archaeological ruins is the head quarter of Sonitpur District.
Overnight stay at Tezpur.

Attractions: Orchid Center

Meals : Breakfast

Day 9: Tezpur – Guwahati, 181 km / 4 hrs

After breakfast we will leave for Guwahati. Upon arrival visit the Tirupati Balaji Temple and then we will transfer you to the airport/railway station for onward destinations.

Tour and Services ends

Meals : Breakfast