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63 journeys · Assam, Meghalaya & Arunachal Pradesh

Northeast India, on one honest price.

Curated outstation journeys with hotels, cars and permits planned end to end, by the people who drive these roads. Every journey shows an estimated price for two; your final quote is all-in. No surge, no bargaining, nothing added at the end.

Smarto Exclusive

Hidden gems, planned by us.

10 journeys we designed ourselves around the Northeast’s quieter places, from the Wari Chora canyon to the Sangti valley, with 3-star-and-better stays wherever they exist.

See all 10 Smarto Exclusive journeys

Why Smarto

Why travel with Smarto

Journeys planned by the people who drive these roads, on one all-in price.

  • Your own car and driverA dedicated car and Smarto driver for the whole journey, with every transfer and sightseeing stop on the route.
  • One all-in priceAn estimated price for two on every journey. Your final quote is what you pay, with nothing added at the end.
  • Every journey, reshapedDates, pace, hotels and route, changed to suit you. Or start from scratch with a custom trip.
  • Stays chosen for the routeHotels as listed or equivalent, with daily breakfast, and 3-star or better on Smarto Exclusive journeys wherever they exist.
  • Permits and rules planned inWhich permits a route needs, and where only local vehicles may go, sorted before you set off.
  • Rated 4.9 on GoogleFrom 2,000+ reviews by people who travelled with us.

Reviews

What travellers say

4.9

from 2,000+ Google reviews

Read them on Google (opens in a new tab)
  • Ayushi and her family at a misty viewpoint in Meghalaya on their trip with Smarto
    “Outstanding experience on our 3-day Guwahati–Shillong trip. Clean cars, punctual drivers who know the hill roads well and smooth communication throughout. Highly recommended for anyone traveling in the Northeast!”
    Ayushi K.Google review
  • “…is an excellent driver and a wonderful human being. Very helpful. We had a wonderful time with him in Guwahati and Shillong.”
    Arjun B.Google review
  • “…was with us for 3 days & we drove more then 1000 km. He is best & recognised driver we have experienced”
    Hemanshu K.Google review
  • “Great service. Good car (Innova Crysta).”
    Partha B.Google review
  • “This time my day trip experience was great with the driver . Keep the quality same”
    Supriya D.Google review
  • “One of the best cab service for long journey and Airport drops. Cost is very reasonable and very tidy and tight system of booking. Very convenient.”
    Paranjan B.Google review
  • “Excellent driver very polite cooperative and patient it was a wonderful experience travelling with him…”
    Niru R.Google review

FAQs

Questions, answered

Something we have not covered? Ask us; a real person replies.

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How much does a Northeast India tour package from Guwahati cost?

Every Smarto journey shows an estimated price for two for the whole trip, from ₹28,500; Smarto Exclusive journeys start from ₹48,000 for two. Your final all-in quote depends on your dates, hotels and group size, and that is the price you pay.

What is included in a Smarto tour package?

A private car with a Smarto driver for the whole journey, your hotels, daily breakfast, all transfers and sightseeing on the route, and end-to-end planning, as one all-in bundle.

What is not included in the package price?

Flights and trains, lunches and dinners, entry and activity fees such as safaris and boat rides, permit fees where needed, and personal expenses.

How many days do I need for a Northeast India trip?

Short escapes run 3 to 4 days, enough for Shillong and Cherrapunji; mid-length journeys run 5 to 7 days; extended journeys of 7 to 12 days cover Tawang or several states. Tawang alone is roughly 430 to 500 km from Guwahati and is best split over two days each way.

What is the best time to visit Northeast India?

October and November are the best overall, with clear weather and open roads. December to April is also good: colder in winter and greener in spring. June to September is the monsoon, when Meghalaya's waterfalls are fullest but roads can be slow.

Can I customise a Smarto tour package?

Yes. Every journey can be reshaped: dates, pace, hotels and route. Or start from scratch with a custom trip on WhatsApp.

Do I need a permit to visit Arunachal Pradesh or the Northeast?

Indian visitors need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur; Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura need none. Foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit for Arunachal. Smarto plans the permits into every Arunachal journey and tells you exactly what we need from you.

Can I visit Bum La Pass in a Smarto car?

No. Bum La Pass and other sensitive areas in Arunachal Pradesh allow only locally registered vehicles, so you hire a local Tawang taxi for that day. The Bum La permit comes from the Deputy Commissioner's office in Tawang.

Are there group departures for solo travellers?

On selected journeys: fixed dates, a shared coach and private rooms. Solo travellers can join without a supplement.

None of these quite right?

Every journey here can be reshaped: dates, pace, hotels, route. Send what you have in mind and we will come back with a plan.

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