Start your morning with a relaxed riverside ride along the Brahmaputra, stopping at Negheriting Tea Estate viewpoint for panoramic views and a quick cup of Assam tea. Continue to the historic Fancy Bazaar area to sample street snacks like khar and silkworm chira, then wander to the nearby Assam State Museum to get a concise, engaging primer on regional culture before the afternoon's riverside strolls.
Take a leisurely ride to Umananda Ghat and catch a short ferry to Umananda Island for a peaceful walk among temple ruins and river views, then return to explore the riverfront promenade at Guwahati Nehru Park where local families gather at dusk. Finish with sunset chai and snacks at the charming riverside stall near Dighalipukhuri, soaking in Brahmaputra vistas before an easy evening ride back to your base.
As night falls, take a relaxed ride to the lively Pan Bazaar area for an evening stroll through bookshops and handicraft stalls, then stop for dinner at the famed local eatery Khorikaa to sample authentic Assamese thali and smoked hilsa. After dinner, ride down to Dighalipukhuri Night Viewpoint to enjoy the illuminated pond and a peaceful riverside walk, finishing with a rooftop chai at The Loft Café while planning tomorrow's early temple ride.
Begin before sunrise with a calm ride up Nilachal Hill to visit Kamakhya Temple, arriving in time for the morning aarti and to observe the temple rituals and panoramic city views. After the temple visit, stop at Guwahati Hilltop Viewpoint for tea at a roadside stall, then stroll through the colorful lanes of Pan Bazaar's book and textile alleys to browse traditional mekhela-chador shops and pick up handcrafted silk scarves before a mid-morning snack of pitha at a local stall.
Ride down from Nilachal Hill to the historic riverfront neighborhood and park near Dighalipukhuri Boat Club for a relaxed paddle on the pond, followed by a short cycle to Kochu Ali Tea House to sample strong Assam tea and homemade snacks while watching local life. Later, weave through the nearby lanes to discover Mission Chariali Handloom Centre for live weaving demonstrations and to pick up authentic Assamese textiles, finishing with a late-afternoon visit to Zero Mile Cafe for rooftop views and planning the evening market run.
As dusk settles, ride to Khonapara Tea Estate Viewpoint for golden-hour views over the city and a cup of freshly brewed Assam tea while chatting with local tea workers; the quiet lanes nearby are perfect for a slow photo walk. Later, head to Fancy Bazaar Lane (evening stretch) to sample street-food specialties like chira jalebi and local kebabs, then finish at Heritage Hut Cultural Café for live folk music and a relaxed meal, keeping the pace gentle after a day on Nilachal Hill.
Set off early with a breezy ride to Gorchuk Ferry Ghat, park and take the short ferry across to Umananda Island, then explore the island's quieter trails and the ancient Umananda Shiva Temple while listening to boatmen's stories of the Brahmaputra. After returning, wander the colonial lanes around Fancy Bazaar's Old Circuit House Road to discover hidden chowks, sample steaming pitha from a family-run stall, and pop into Jyoti Chitraban Film Studio for a quick look at Assam's cinema heritage before lunch.
After a relaxed morning on the island, take a short ride to Saraighat Bridge Viewpoint for sweeping river panoramas and photo stops, then head to the quaint riverside settlement of Guwahati Tea Market to watch traders unload fresh Assam leaves and sample a roadside cup straight from the kettle. Later, weave through the heritage lanes toward Nabagraha Temple Complex to admire colonial-era architecture and local temples, pausing at a neighborhood stall for a plate of steaming masor tenga and sweet jalebi before continuing your heritage walk.
As the sun softens, take a gentle ride to Shankardev Kalakshetra to catch an evening cultural performance or browse folk art exhibits, then cycle along the quieter bank to Doul Govinda Temple (on Satra Road) for a peaceful riverside sunset view with incense-scented air. Finish your night with a relaxed meal of local fish curry at Kalakhetra Riverside Café while watching river traffic glide past, and linger at the nearby Camp Lakeview Promenade for a starlit stroll before returning to your base.
Start before dawn with a spirited ride out of Guwahati toward Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, arriving at the park entry to join an early guided jeep safari across grasslands for close-up views of the famed one-horned rhinoceros and migratory bird flocks. After the safari, head to the nearby Kolia Bazar for a hearty Assamese breakfast of pork tenga and rice, then take a short ride to Najanagar Watchtower to scan wetlands for herons and pelicans while sipping chai and swapping notes with local naturalist guides about conservation efforts.
After the morning safari and a hearty local breakfast, take a relaxed ride to Pobitora Interpretation Centre to learn about ongoing rhino conservation and chat with wardens about tracking routes; from there, join a guided elephant-back or buffalo-cart safari across the reed beds to creep up on grazing wildlife and marsh birds. Later, pedal slowly to the scenic Dighalighat Wetland for close views of painted storks and kingfishers, then stop at a village tea stall near Bokakhat Road to swap sightings with locals over sweet chai before heading back toward your evening activities.
As dusk falls, take a slow, scenic ride to Gorai Tea Garden viewpoint on the sanctuary's fringe to watch golden light spill over reedbeds and flocks of egrets returning to roost, then follow a guided boat trip on the Brahmaputra tributary channel for quiet, close sightings of riverine birds and grazing deer. Finish with a rustic dinner at Bokakhat Riverside Lodge, where you can trade safari stories with wardens over spicy Assamese fish curry and plan tomorrow's early-morning birdwatching route.
Ease into your final morning with a relaxed ride to North Guwahati's Doul Govinda Market to browse handcrafted bamboo wares and pick up last-minute Assam teas; pause at a street-side stall for a steaming cup and freshly made pitha. Then head to Handloom Haat at Ulubari to watch live weaving demonstrations, choose a finely woven mekhela-chador or silk scarf as a farewell keepsake, and finish with a short detour to Dighalipukhuri Boat Club Café for riverside views while packing and planning your onward journey.
Take a relaxed ride to Panbazar Haat to pick up last-minute tea leaves, artisanal bamboo crafts and local spices while sampling a stall-side plate of alu pitika; browse the adjacent stalls for hand-stitched gamochas and small souvenir masks. Later, head to Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra's Craft Bazaar to watch live demonstrations of mask-making and folk painting, buy directly from artisans, and finish with a leisurely riverside chai at Aponbati Riverside Café before returning to pack and depart.
For a relaxed final evening, ride to Beltola Market to wander its evening lanes, sample fresh river fish pakoras from a stall, and pick up last-minute spices and pickles from local vendors. Afterwards, head to Kharguli Tea Stall Row for a final cup of strong Assam tea while watching neighborhood life, then finish with a calm riverside spin to Nabin Bazar Riverside promenade for sunset views and a farewell photo before returning to pack and depart.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Negheriting Tea Estate viewpoint | Free |
| Assam tea (cup) at viewpoint / roadside stall | ₹30 |
| Fancy Bazaar (street snacks) | ₹100 |
| Assam State Museum | ₹20 |
| Umananda Ghat ferry (round trip) | ₹60 |
| Umananda Island / Umananda Shiva Temple | Free |
| Guwahati Nehru Park (riverfront promenade) | Free |
| Dighalipukhuri riverside stall (chai & snacks) | ₹80 |
| Pan Bazaar (evening stroll, shops) | Free |
| Khorikaa (dinner - Assamese thali / smoked fish) | ₹400 |
| Dighalipukhuri Night Viewpoint | Free |
| The Loft Café (rooftop chai) | ₹80 |
| Kamakhya Temple (entry / donations) | Free |
| Guwahati Hilltop Viewpoint (tea stall) | ₹40 |
| Pan Bazaar shopping (mekhela-chador / scarves - per item estimate) | ₹800 |
| Pitha (street snack) | ₹30 |
| Dighalipukhuri Boat Club (paddle boat) | ₹200 |
| Kochu Ali Tea House (tea & snacks) | ₹100 |
| Mission Chariali Handloom Centre (purchase / demo) | ₹300 |
| Zero Mile Cafe (rooftop drink) | ₹120 |
| Khonapara Tea Estate Viewpoint (tea) | ₹40 |
| Fancy Bazaar Lane (evening street food) | ₹150 |
| Heritage Hut Cultural Café (meal + music) | ₹350 |
| Gorchuk Ferry Ghat (ferry to Umananda) | ₹60 |
| Umananda Shiva Temple (on-island exploration) | Free |
| Jyoti Chitraban Film Studio (visit) | Free |
| Saraighat Bridge Viewpoint | Free |
| Guwahati Tea Market (tea tasting) | ₹50 |
| Nabagraha Temple Complex | Free |
| Masor tenga (local meal) | ₹200 |
| Shankardev Kalakshetra (entry + exhibits/performance) | ₹50 |
| Doul Govinda Temple (visit) | Free |
| Kalakhetra Riverside Café (meal) | ₹300 |
| Camp Lakeview Promenade (stroll) | Free |
| Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary jeep safari (per person) | ₹800 |
| Kolia Bazar breakfast (local meal) | ₹150 |
| Najanagar Watchtower (entry / guide donation) | ₹50 |
| Pobitora Interpretation Centre | Free |
| Elephant-back or buffalo-cart safari (per person) | ₹700 |
| Dighalighat Wetland (birdwatching) | Free |
| Village tea stall near Bokakhat Road (chai) | ₹30 |
| Gorai Tea Garden viewpoint | Free |
| Guided boat trip on Brahmaputra tributary (per person) | ₹400 |
| Bokakhat Riverside Lodge (dinner estimate) | ₹450 |
| Doul Govinda Market (north Guwahati - shopping) | ₹200 |
| Handloom Haat at Ulubari (purchase - mekhela/chador estimate) | ₹1200 |
| Dighalipukhuri Boat Club Café (riverside drink) | ₹120 |
| Panbazar Haat (shopping - tea/spices estimate) | ₹300 |
| Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra's Craft Bazaar (purchase) | ₹250 |
| Aponbati Riverside Café (chai) | ₹80 |
| Beltola Market (evening snacks & shopping) | ₹200 |
| Kharguli Tea Stall Row (final cup of tea) | ₹30 |
| Nabin Bazar Riverside promenade (farewell photo / stroll) | Free |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹10030 |