Journey 12 · Assam & Arunachal Pradesh
The western Arunachal circuit
Uncovering the deep valleys before reaching Tawang.
Estimated ₹66,500 for two, for the whole trip
- Duration
- 6 nights / 7 days
- States
- Assam, Arunachal Pradesh
- Pace
- Moderate to Demanding
- Vehicle
- SUV.
- Best months
- March to May, Oct to Nov.
- Ideal for
- Explorers who want to break long drives.
Route
GuwahatiTezpurDirangTawangBomdilaGuwahati
Permits
Inner Line Permit is mandatory.
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
Acclimatise carefully.
Day by day
Day 1
To the historical city
Guwahati to Tezpur · Drive: 4 hours, 180 km
A relaxed start, driving through central Assam to the ancient city of Tezpur.
Overnight in Tezpur
Day 2
Into the mountains
Tezpur to Dirang · Drive: 6 hours, 200 km
Ascend into Arunachal, following the river into the beautiful Dirang valley.
Overnight in Dirang
Day 3
Over the frozen pass
Dirang to Tawang · Drive: 5 hours, 130 km
Cross the dramatic Sela Pass before descending into the Tawang valley. The landscape shifts dramatically.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 4
The fortress of faith
Tawang local sightseeing · Drive: 1 hour, 20 km
Spend the day exploring the 400-year-old Tawang Monastery and the local markets.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 5
Lakes and borders
Tawang to Bum La Pass and back · Drive: 4 hours, 75 km
A day trip to the high-altitude border region, visiting Sangestar Tso amidst rugged terrain.
Overnight in Tawang
Day 6
The descent begins
Tawang to Bomdila · Drive: 6 hours, 170 km
Trace your way back over the mountains, stopping to admire the Nuranang Waterfalls, before resting in Bomdila.
Overnight in Bomdila
Day 7
Back to the plains
Bomdila to Guwahati · Drive: 8 hours, 340 km
A full day's drive down the mountains, re-entering Assam to reach the city.
Overnight in Guwahati
Where you stay
- Night 1: The Greenwood Hotel, Tezpur (4-star). Excellent comfort with heritage touches.
- Night 2: Norphel Boutique Resort, Dirang (4-star). The best premium resort in the valley.
- Night 3, Night 4 & Night 5: Vivanta Tawang (5-star). A magnificent luxury property bringing unparalleled comfort to the high Himalayas.
- Night 6: Hotel Tsepal Yangjom, Bomdila (4-star equivalent). The finest premium boutique stay available here.
- Night 7: Radisson Blu Hotel Guwahati (5-star). Exceptional city luxury to unwind.
The suggested price of ₹66,500 for two does not include these exact hotels. Ask us and we will price the stays listed here.
What’s included
Exclusive outstation non-electric vehicle, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and end-to-end planning as an all-in bundle. The price you're quoted is the price you pay.
Not included
Lunches and dinners, entry fees to monuments, optional activities (safaris/boats), and personal expenses.
Estimated price
Estimated ₹66,500 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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The western Arunachal circuit
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