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Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip

6 nights from Guwahati, driving through Sela Pass to Tawang, Bumla Pass, and Bomdila
Duration
6 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Bhalukpong · Dirang · Tawang · Bomdila · Tezpur · Guwahati
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Apr
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The journey

Travel across western Arunachal Pradesh on a seven-day loop beginning and ending in Guwahati. You will journey up from the Assam plains into the Eastern Himalayas, passing scenic river valleys, high-altitude mountain passes, and historic border towns. Along the way, visit Bhalukpong along the Kameng River, unwind in the valley town of Dirang, cross the 13,700-foot Sela Pass, and explore the alpine heights of Tawang, Sangetsar Lake, and the Indo-China frontier at Bumla Pass.

The return route takes you through the apple orchards and kiwi gardens of Bomdila, where you will tour prominent Buddhist monasteries offering panoramic valley views. Stop by the Orchid Research Centre in Tipi before spending a final evening in historic Tezpur by the Brahmaputra River.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Sela Pass: Cross one of the highest motorable passes at an altitude of 13,700 feet

02

Tawang Monastery: Explore Galden Namgyal Lhatse, recognized as the largest Buddhist monastery in India

03

Bumla Pass: Visit the historic Indo-China border located in high-altitude alpine terrain

04

Sangetsar Lake: Discover the surreal beauty of this high-altitude glacial water body

05

Bomdila Monastery: Take in wide panoramic views overlooking Bomdila town and surrounding valleys

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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7 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
BhalukpongBhalukpong

Day 1 · Bhalukpong

Guwahati to Bhalukpong

Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station, where you meet your representative. If time permits, visit the Kamakhya Temple, a revered Shakti Peeth. You then begin your 212-kilometre road journey towards Bhalukpong, situated on the border between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Arrive in Bhalukpong by the evening and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Meal notes

Meals not included

DirangDirang

Day 2 · Dirang

Bhalukpong to Dirang

Have breakfast at your hotel before setting out on the 146-kilometre drive to Dirang. This town in the West Kameng district is known for its pleasant climate and mountain landscapes. Along the highway, take in views of the flowing Kameng River. After arriving in Dirang, check in to your hotel and spend a relaxed evening exploring the town at your own pace before your overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

TawangTawang

Day 3 · Tawang

Dirang to Tawang via Sela Pass

Following breakfast, leave Dirang for a 130-kilometre drive to Tawang. Along the route, make a stop at the natural Hot Springs, reputed for their medicinal properties. Continue your ascent to Sela Pass at an elevation of 13,700 feet, one of the highest motorable roads in the region. Visit the Jaswantgarh War Memorial, honouring Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat, and see Nuranang Waterfalls cascading near Dirang. Arrive in Tawang in the evening, check in to your hotel, and stay overnight.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

TawangTawang

Day 4 · Tawang

Tawang Excursion to Bumla Pass

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading out for a day of high-altitude exploration around Tawang. Travel towards the Indo-China border to visit Bumla Pass, an area of significant historical and strategic importance. Along the route, stop by the glacial waters of PTSO Lake. You will also visit Sangetsar Lake, widely known as Madhuri Lake. Return to your hotel in Tawang by the evening to relax and spend the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

BomdilaBomdila

Day 5 · Bomdila

Tawang to Bomdila

After breakfast, start your morning with a visit to Tawang Monastery, also known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse, the largest Buddhist monastery in India. Next, pay respects at the Tawang War Memorial, commemorating soldiers of the 1962 Indo-China war. Begin your 180-kilometre journey to Bomdila, making a stop en route at Kiwi Gardens. Upon reaching Bomdila in West Kameng, check in to your hotel and stay overnight.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

TezpurTezpur

Day 6 · Tezpur

Bomdila to Tezpur via Tipi

Eat breakfast at your hotel and visit Bomdila Monastery, which offers panoramic views across the valley and town. Depart on a 155-kilometre drive towards Tezpur in Assam, stopping along the way at the Orchid Research Centre in Tipi. After reaching Tezpur, if time allows, visit Ganesh Ghat on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and stroll through Cole Park to view its sculptures and gardens. Stay overnight in Tezpur.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

TezpurTezpur

Day 7 · Tezpur

Tezpur to Guwahati and Departure

Start the day with breakfast before checking out of your hotel in Tezpur. If time allows, visit the historic Agnigarh site overlooking Tezpur, as well as the Maha Bhairab Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue your 185-kilometre journey back towards Guwahati. Your trip concludes upon arrival in Guwahati with a drop-off at the airport or railway station for your onward journey.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 7

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Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

India

Sela Pass

High-altitude motorable pass at 13,700 feet offering sweeping Himalayan views

India

Bumla Pass

Historic border pass along the Indo-China frontier at high elevation

Tawang Monastery

India

Tawang Monastery

India's largest Buddhist monastery showcasing prominent heritage and architecture

India

Bomdila Monastery

Scenic hilltop Buddhist monastery providing wide views over Bomdila town

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In this holiday plan

  • All sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • 6 nights in 3-star hotels on a breakfast plan: Bhalukpong 1 night, Dirang 1 night, Tawang 2 nights, Bomdila 1 night, and Tezpur 1 night.
  • Vehicle provided for all transfers and sightseeing.
  • Parking and toll charges.
  • Driver allowance.
  • Fuel charges.
  • Inner Line Permit (ILP).

Plan for these extras

  • −Any meals other than those mentioned above.
  • −Camera and guide fees.
  • −Entrance or entry fees for sightseeing spots, amusement parks, boating, ferry rides, river cruises, rafting, ropeways, jeep climbing, and special passes (if any).
  • −Extra vehicle for Bumla Pass.
  • −Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and other personal expenses.
  • −Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goApr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹36,800

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.

Local know-how
  • An Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required for entry into Arunachal Pradesh and is arranged with the package
  • Visiting Bumla Pass requires a dedicated local vehicle at a supplementary cost
  • High altitudes are reached at Sela Pass (13,700 ft) and Bumla Pass; take time to acclimatise
When is the best time to visit Bhalukpong, Dirang, Tawang, Bomdila, Tezpur?

Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb

How many days is Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip?

7 days and 6 nights, across 5 destinations.

Which places does Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip cover?

Bhalukpong, Dirang, Tawang, Bomdila, Tezpur. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Bhalukpong, Dirang, Tawang, Bomdila, Tezpur?

Sela Pass; Bumla Pass; Tawang Monastery; Bomdila Monastery.

Who is Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip cost?

From ₹36,800 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 6-night itinerary?

All sightseeing as per the itinerary.; 6 nights in 3-star hotels on a breakfast plan: Bhalukpong 1 night, Dirang 1 night, Tawang 2 nights, Bomdila 1 night, and Tezpur 1 night.; Vehicle provided for all transfers and sightseeing.; Parking and toll charges.; Driver allowance.; Fuel charges.; Inner Line Permit (ILP).. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip?

Any meals other than those mentioned above.; Camera and guide fees.; Entrance or entry fees for sightseeing spots, amusement parks, boating, ferry rides, river cruises, rafting, ropeways, jeep climbing, and special passes (if any).; Extra vehicle for Bumla Pass.; Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and other personal expenses.; Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions..

How do I book Tawang, Dirang, and Bomdila Road Trip?

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Do I need a visa for Bhalukpong, Dirang, Tawang, Bomdila, Tezpur?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹36,800
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.
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