Journey 28 · Assam & Arunachal Pradesh
Tawang group expedition
A shared adventure scaling the towering peaks of the eastern Himalayas.
Estimated ₹85,500 for two, for the whole trip
- Duration
- 8 nights / 9 days
- States
- Assam, Arunachal Pradesh
- Pace
- Demanding
- Vehicle
- Tempo Traveller. Sturdy and spacious enough for high mountain group travel.
- Best months
- March to May, October and November.
- Ideal for
- Solo adventurers and friends seeking a guided, communal push to the high passes.
Route
GuwahatiTezpurDirangTawangBomdilaGuwahati
960 km. Longest single driving day is 340 km.
Permits
Inner Line Permit is mandatory for Indian citizens.
Local vehicles only
Arunachal Pradesh has many sensitive areas, such as Bum La Pass, where only locally registered vehicles are allowed. Visiting them needs a local vehicle, which we help you arrange; it is not part of the estimated price.
Altitude
High altitudes in Tawang (10,000 ft) and Sela Pass (13,700 ft). Acclimatisation required.
Group departure
Fixed departure dates available. Shared Tempo Traveller coach and group meals. Private hotel rooms. Solo travellers can join without a supplement.
Day by day
Day 1
Eastward bound
Guwahati to Tezpur · Drive: 4 hours, 180 km
Meet the group and head to Tezpur.
Overnight in Tezpur
Day 2
Into the mountains
Tezpur to Dirang · Drive: 6 hours, 200 km
Ascend together into the lush Dirang valley.
Overnight in Dirang
Day 3
Over the frozen pass
Dirang to Tawang · Drive: 5 hours, 130 km
Cross Sela Pass before descending into Tawang.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 4
The fortress of faith
Tawang local
Explore the magnificent Tawang Monastery as a group.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 5
High altitude lakes
Tawang to Bum La and back · Drive: 4 hours, 75 km
Visit the high-altitude border region.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 6
The slow descent
Tawang to Bomdila · Drive: 6 hours, 170 km
Trace your way back over the mountains.
Overnight in Bomdila
Day 7
Down to the river
Bomdila to Tezpur · Drive: 5 hours, 150 km
Re-enter the plains of central Assam.
Overnight in Tezpur
Day 8
Return to the capital
Tezpur to Guwahati · Drive: 4 hours, 180 km
A smooth highway drive back to the city for a farewell dinner.
Overnight in Guwahati
Day 9
Departure
Guwahati local
Seamless transfer to the airport.
Where you stay
- Night 1 & 7: KRC Palace, Tezpur (4-star). Reliable and comfortable.
- Night 2: Dirang Boutique Cottages, Dirang (4-star equivalent). Charming valley stays.
- Night 3, 4 & 5: Hotel Gakyi Khang Zhang, Tawang (4-star). Excellent hospitality in the high mountains.
- Night 6: Elysium, Bomdila (4-star equivalent).
- Night 8: Novotel Guwahati GS Road (5-star).
The suggested price of ₹85,500 for two does not include these exact hotels. Ask us and we will price the stays listed here.
What’s included
Shared Tempo Traveller, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and end-to-end travel logistics.
Not included
Inner Line Permit fees, lunches and dinners.
Estimated price
Estimated ₹85,500 for two, for the whole trip.
Your final all-in quote depends on your dates, hotels and group size. No hidden costs.
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