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

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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.
Sela Pass: Cross one of the highest motorable passes at an altitude of 13,700 feet
Tawang Monastery: Explore Galden Namgyal Lhatse, recognized as the largest Buddhist monastery in India
Bumla Pass: Visit the historic Indo-China border located in high-altitude alpine terrain
Sangetsar Lake: Discover the surreal beauty of this high-altitude glacial water body
Bomdila Monastery: Take in wide panoramic views overlooking Bomdila town and surrounding valleys
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BhalukpongDay 1 · 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.
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DirangDay 2 · 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.
Breakfast included
TawangDay 3 · Tawang
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.
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TawangDay 4 · Tawang
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.
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BomdilaDay 5 · 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.
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TezpurDay 6 · Tezpur
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.
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TezpurDay 7 · Tezpur
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.
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High-altitude motorable pass at 13,700 feet offering sweeping Himalayan views
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Historic border pass along the Indo-China frontier at high elevation

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India's largest Buddhist monastery showcasing prominent heritage and architecture
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Scenic hilltop Buddhist monastery providing wide views over Bomdila town
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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.
Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
7 days and 6 nights, across 5 destinations.
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.
Sela Pass; Bumla Pass; Tawang Monastery; Bomdila Monastery.
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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.
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.
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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