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Assam Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary for August 2023

  1. Day 1: Guwahati
    10 minutes (5 km) from Guwahati Airport

    In the morning, visit the Kamakhya Temple, an important pilgrimage site dedicated to the Hindu goddess of fertility. Then, head to the Assam State Museum to learn about the state's art, history, and culture. In the evening, take a sunset cruise along the Brahmaputra River.

  2. Day 2: Shillong
    3 hours (100 km) from Guwahati

    In the morning, visit the Elephant Falls, a scenic three-tiered waterfall. Then, head to the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures to learn about the Northeastern states' indigenous tribes. In the evening, stroll around the Ward's Lake and enjoy the cool weather of Shillong.

  3. Day 3: Kaziranga National Park
    5 hours (220 km) from Shillong

    In the morning, go on a jeep safari to see the one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, tigers, and other wildlife at the Kaziranga National Park. After safari, visit the Kaziranga Orchid and Biodiversity Park to see a wide variety of orchids. In the evening, enjoy a cultural program at the Kaziranga Cultural Center.

  4. Day 4: Majuli Island
    3 hours (120 km) from Kaziranga National Park

    In the morning, take a ferry to the Majuli Island, the world's largest river island. Visit the Satras, traditional monasteries that are 500 years old and are centers of art, culture, and spirituality. In the afternoon, visit the Majuli Culture and Heritage Museum, which showcases the island's history, tradition, and lifestyle. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the Kamalabari Satra.

  5. Day 5: Sivasagar
    7 hours (300 km) from Majuli Island

    In the morning, visit the Rang Ghar, a royal sports pavilion built in 1746 that is now a major tourist attraction. Then, head to the Kareng Ghar, the royal palace that was built in 1540 and served as the capital of the Ahom Kingdom. In the afternoon, visit the Talatal Ghar, a seven-storied palace that is famous for its underground tunnels and strategic architecture. In the evening, take a stroll around the Sivasagar Tank, a man-made lake that is surrounded by ancient temples.

  6. Day 6: Jorhat
    2 hours (80 km) from Sivasagar

    In the morning, visit the Majuli Island's Mishing Village to learn about their traditional lifestyle, handicrafts, and cuisine. Then, head to the Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary to see the hoolock gibbons and other primates. In the afternoon, visit the Tocklai Tea Research Centre, India's oldest and largest tea research station. In the evening, take a walk around the Jorhat Gymkhana Club.

  7. Day 7: Tezpur
    5 hours (200 km) from Jorhat

    In the morning, visit the Agnigarh Hill, which is known for its mythological significance and scenic beauty. Then, head to the Mahabhairav Temple, an ancient Shiva temple that is located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River. In the afternoon, visit the Cole Park, a recreational park that has a zoo, an orchid garden, and a Japanese garden. In the evening, take a sunset cruise from the Kalia Bhomora Setu bridge.

Recommendations

Assam has many other attractions that you may consider, such as the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, the Manas National Park, and the Nameri National Park. You may also take a side trip to the nearby Northeastern states of Nagaland, Manipur, and Meghalaya. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, such as the bamboo shoot pickle, the fish tenga, and the pitha. Additionally, attend one of the many festivals celebrated in Assam, such as the Bihu festival, the Ambubachi Mela, and the Brahmaputra Beach Festival.

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