TOUR CODE: AS-007: 1 Sister # ASSAM

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TOUR CODE: AS – 007

TOUR DURATION: 8N & 9D

STATES COVERED: ASSAM

ROUTE: GUWAHATI –MANAS (01N) – GUWAHATI (1N) – KAZIRANGA (02N) – NAMERI (02N) – GUWAHATI (2N)

IDEAL FOR :

FAMILY TRAVELLERS, EXPERIENTIAL TRAVELLERS,INBOUND AND WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS

BEST TIME :

ALL THROUGH THE YEAR EXCEPT DURING MONSOON (JUNE TO SEPTEMBER)

CLIMATIC CONDITIONS:

With the “Tropical Monsoon Rainforest Climate“, Assam is temperate (summer max. at 95–100 °F or 35–38 °C and winter min. at 43–46 °F or 6–8 °C) and experiences heavy rainfall and high humidity. … Spring (Mar–Apr) and autumn (Sept–Oct) are usually pleasant with moderate rainfall and temperature.

Best time to visit Assam is during the months of winters and summers, i.e.: November to March. Winters in Assam are chilling but enjoyable, and summers are delightful and refreshing. Try to avoid monsoon season, because heavy rains at times lead to inconveniences.

OVERVIEW :

This is a combination of cultural and wildlife experience of Assam

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Tour Plan

DAY 01: ARRIVAL GUWAHATI – MANAS(147 KMS / 3 - 4HRS)

Arrive Guwahati Airport / Railway Station……..your tour begins in the beautiful North East!!!! Our local office representative shall meet & greet you @ airport / station & you shall be transferred to Manas . On arrival Check into the hotel. Later enjoy Jeep safari in the Range. Exploring the wilderness of the Manas Jungle in an open 4-wheel drive jeep is a mighty thrilling experience - especially for those who love to drive on different terrains and also like to watch wildlife in their natural habitat. Evening free for leisure & personal activity overnight stay at Manas.

DAY 02: MANAS N.P – GUWAHATI ( 147 KMS – 3HRS)

Early Morning go for Elephant ride @ 6AM. Slow-paced Elephant-rides through the high grasslands is the most ethnic and exciting way of exploring Manas National Park. You get to go deep into the natural habitat of the wildlife to observe them from close quarters like never before. Elephant-rides at dawn - navigating through grasslands - with an element of uncertainty and surprise are an awesome experience in the Park. After breakfast drive to Guwahati. On arrival check into hotel, later visit Kamakhya temple - Kamrup Kamakhya has been the seat of the powerful tantrik cult in India. Situated atop the Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, this temple is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas of the country. Rising to a modest height of 562 feet above the mighty river Brahmaputra, the hill on which the temple stands commands a magnificent view of the entire city, Kalachetra Museum. In the evening enjoy the River cruise over the river Brahmaputra. The longest river in India, the Brahmaputra, runs through the spectacular scenery of Assam and is an ideal introduction to river cruising in India. Overnight in Guwahati.

DAY 03: GUWAHATI - KAZIRANGA (195 KMS / 3:30 HRS DRIVE)

Morning after Post Breakfast Drive to Kaziranga. KAZIRANGA Its Declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985 for its unique natural environment KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK is situated in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam. It is one of the last areas in eastern India undisturbed by a human presence. It is inhabited by the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including tigers, elephants, panthers and bears, and thousands of birds. Later on arrival in Kaziranga, check into the hotel. PM – Enjoy a thrilling JEEP Safari in the park with our expert Naturalist. Evening free or one can explore the Crafts Centre & Assamese village on own. Overnight stay at Kaziranga. Highlight: - Jeep Safari & Elephant Safari

DAY 04: KAZIRANGA SAFARI

Early morning go for ELEPHANT RIDE @ 5AM. This is one of the most enjoyed safari to explore the wide varieties of wildlife in the Kaziranga National Park. This is one of the most enjoyed safari to explore the wide varieties of wildlife in the Kaziranga National Park. The vast area covered by the Elephant Grass can be best viewed when you are on an elephant's back. The elephant ride is best enjoyed in the early hours of dawn. The main attraction of it is one horned rhinoceros with wild buffalo, Elephant, tiger a variety of deer, Bear, Python, and prehistoric looking monitor lizard. The Kaziranga wildlife is also adorned with the crested serpent eagle, Pella's fishing eagle and Grey headed fishing Eagle with a number of other Bird species like the Jungle fowl, Bengal florican and water fowl, goose, a large number of pelicans, Black naked stork, Snake Bird and so on. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Kaziranga. Highlight: - Elephant Safari

DAY 05: KAZIRANGA – NAMERI(90 KMS / 2 HRS)

Morning after breakfast drive to Nameri National park. On arrival check into the hotel Nameri National Park (Suggested by Lonely Planet). Later proceed to jungle safari & River Rafting. Return back to hotel. Evening free for leisure & personal activity over night stay at nameri.

DAY 06: NAMERI

Early morning for a jungle trek into dense forest of Nameri. Get the hands on experience of real adventure, you will be escorted by forest guards. Return to the resort for breakfast.Nameri National Park (Suggested by Lonely Planet). Later proceed to jungle safari & River Rafting. Reurn back to hotel. Over night stay at nameri.

DAY 07 : NAMERI – GUWAHATI (220 KMS 3 HRS)

Morning After Breakfast drive to Guwahati. On arrival check into the hotel. Later visit Navagraha temple - dedicated to the nine planets in the solar system this temple was built by the ruler Rajeswar Singh in late 18th century AD. Also known as the Abodes of Surya, the Navagraha Temple or the temple of the nine celestial bodies is located in the south eastern part of Guwahati, on a hill by name Chitrachal. It is a center of astrological and astronomical research, Umananda temple - was built in 1694 A.D. by the order of King Gadadhar Singh (1681- 1696), one of the ablest and strongest rulers of the Ahom dynasty. The temple is located on the Pea cock Island (as named by some poetic British Administrator) in the middle of the river Brahmaputra, Balaji Temple - dedicated to lord Balaji, this recently built temple is an example of modern architecture. The temple was made in a south Indian architectural style and is similar to Tirupati Balaji temple of South India, State Zoo - Spread over an area of 130 hectares, Assam State Zoo is the only zoo in India where a natural forest still exists. It is one of the major zoos of the country and boasts of a unique diversity of animal habitat. The botanical garden located within the same vicinity is called Guwahati’s green retreat. Overnight in Guwahati.

DAY 08: GUWAHATI – SUALKUCHI & HAJO – GUWAHATI

This picturesque village is situated on the north bank of the river Brahmaputra, about 32 kms from Guwahati. It is a home to a large number of cottage handloom industries for which it is also known as the "Manchester of Assam". Muga silk and Pat silk along with Eri silk and Endi cloth from this region is famous for its quality. Mekhela chadors and Gamosas made from these indigenous materials is in demand throughout Assam as well as other parts of India. Visitors can try on a traditional dress called the mekhela chador (women), churiya and thenga (men); learn of everyday life, local fishing, agricultural practices; brewing of local drinks; and of course take a tour of the silk weaving centers. It is interesting to watch the women folk engage in traditional fishing where the rod and reel is replaced by the jakoi (used to catch the fish) and khaloi (used to keep the fish). The populous waters of the village pond and beels (wetlands) supply year round fish to the rural community, which is a venerable part of the Assamese cuisine Sculptures of Lord Ganesha and Lord Vishnu, and the famous Ganesh Mandir, traditional religious institution called Namghar, and a cave at the Rakshasini Pah(Island in river Brahmaputra) are other attractions. Return to hotel overnight at Guwahati.