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5-Day North East Itinerary for Family Friendly Travel in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Guwahati, Assam
    20 minutes (10.3 km) from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport

    In the morning, visit the holy Kamakhya Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess of fertility. Afternoon, head to Umananda Island, which is located in the middle of Brahmaputra River. Take a ferry ride to reach the island and visit the Umananda Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy a river cruise on the Brahmaputra River.

  2. Day 2: Shillong, Meghalaya
    3 hours 30 minutes (100 km) from Guwahati

    In the morning, visit the Don Bosco Museum, which has an impressive collection of artefacts showcasing the indigenous cultures of North East India. Afternoon, drive to the beautiful Elephant Falls, which is a three-tiered waterfall. In the evening, explore the local markets in Police Bazaar.

  3. Day 3: Kaziranga National Park, Assam
    4 hours (210 km) from Shillong

    Early morning, go for an elephant safari in the Kaziranga National Park, which is famous for its one-horned rhinoceroses. Afternoon, go for a jeep safari to explore the other wildlife species in the park like tigers, elephants, and wild water buffaloes. In the evening, relax by the campfire and enjoy traditional Assamese dance and music performances.

  4. Day 4: Majuli Island, Assam
    7 hours (380 km) from Kaziranga National Park

    In the morning, take a ferry ride to reach Majuli Island, which is the largest river island in the world. Visit the Satras, which are the Vaishnavite monasteries and learn about the Neo-Vaishnavism culture. Afternoon, explore the beautiful landscape of the island and visit the pottery village to buy some handmade pottery. In the evening, enjoy a cultural performance by the locals.

  5. Day 5: Dibrugarh, Assam
    6 hours 30 minutes (350 km) from Majuli Island

    In the morning, visit the Mancotta Tea Estate to learn about the tea-making process and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Assam tea. Afternoon, visit the Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary to explore the rich biodiversity of the region. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can consider visiting Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh, which is famous for its Buddhist monasteries and scenic beauty. Another side trip can be to Dawki in Meghalaya, which is famous for its crystal clear Umngot River. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine like Khar, Pitha, and Masor Tenga. You can also buy some traditional handicrafts like bamboo products, handloom textiles, and cane furniture. Don't forget to carry comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

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