7-Day Assam Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kaziranga National Park
    43 mins (24.6 km) from Tezpur

    Marvel at the sight of the great one-horned rhinoceros and various bird species at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  2. Day 2: Kamakhya Temple
    2 hrs 44 mins (122 km) from Kaziranga National Park

    Visit the popular Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya and explore the temple's unique architecture and history.

  3. Day 3: Umananda Island
    30 mins (8.4 km) from Kamakhya Temple

    Take a ferry ride to the smallest inhabited riverine island in the world and visit the ancient Shiva temple.

  4. Day 4: Sualkuchi
    1 hr 16 mins (35.4 km) from Umananda Island

    Explore the silk weaving village and witness the traditional methods of making Assam silk, known for its exquisite quality.

  5. Day 5: Majuli Island
    3 hrs 42 mins (170 km) from Sualkuchi

    Take a scenic drive to reach the river island that houses over 20 Vaishnavite monasteries and has a rich cultural heritage.

  6. Day 6: Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra
    7 hrs 50 mins (383 km) from Majuli Island

    Discover Assam's culture and traditions through its art, music, dance, and theater at this cultural institution.

  7. Day 7: Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
    20 mins (7.3 km) from Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra

    Get a chance to see rare and endangered species of animals and plants, including the famous one-horned rhinoceros and royal Bengal tiger.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kaziranga National Park (5-6 hours, ₹500 per person)
  • Kamakhya Temple (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • Umananda Island (2-3 hours, ₹50 per person)
  • Sualkuchi (4-5 hours, no entry fee)
  • Majuli Island (7-8 hours, ferry charges ₹15-20 per person, entry to monasteries varies from ₹10-100)
  • Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra (3-4 hours, entry fee ₹30 per person)
  • Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden (3-4 hours, entry fee ₹30 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹725-840 per person.

Useful Tips

If you have less time, skip Sualkuchi and Assam State Zoo. If you have more time, you can add a visit to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary or Hajo town, known for its religious significance. Don't forget to try Assam's traditional delicacies like Assam tea, pitha and fish dishes.

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