15-Day Northeast India Family Tour: Darjeeling, Gangtok, Assam, Kaziranga, Cherrapunji & Tawang

Day 1: Arrival and Sightseeing

Darjeeling, India on October 10, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Glenary's

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with bakery delights and traditional Darjeeling tea at this iconic café, open from 7:00AM.
INR400, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Tiger Hill

Witness the stunning sunrise over the Himalayas and Kanchenjunga peak, best viewed early morning. Accessible by jeep or taxi.
INR600, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Kunga Restaurant

Savor Tibetan and local cuisine including momos and thukpa in a cozy setting, open till 3:00PM.
INR500, 1h

2:00PM

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

Ride the UNESCO World Heritage steam train for a scenic 2-hour journey through tea plantations and hills.
INR900, 2h

5:00PM

Stroll Chowrasta & Mall Road

Relax and shop at these popular local spots, soak in the vibrant street atmosphere.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Sonam’s Kitchen

Enjoy multi-cuisine dishes focussing on local flavors, open till 9:30PM.
INR700, 1h
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Day 2: Darjeeling to Gangtok

Gangtok, India on October 11, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start early with a filling breakfast to prepare for the drive to Gangtok, available from 7:00AM.
Included in accommodation, 1h

8:00AM

Travel Darjeeling to Gangtok

Drive approximately 4 hours covering 98 km through scenic hills, en route stops for photos and refreshments.
INR1500 per person (private vehicle share), 4h

12:30PM

Lunch at The Square

Enjoy delicious Tibetan and Indian dishes in a reputed Gangtok restaurant open till 3:00PM.
INR600, 1h

2:00PM

Visit Rumtek Monastery

Explore the largest monastery in Sikkim, a spiritual and cultural highlight, open till 5:00PM.
INR200, 1.5h

4:00PM

MG Road Exploring

Relax and shop at Gangtok’s bustling MG Road with cafes and boutiques.
Free, 1.5h

7:00PM

Dinner at Taste of Tibet

Sample authentic Tibetan delicacies and delicately spiced Indian dishes, open until 9:30PM.
INR700, 1h
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Day 3: Gangtok Local Tour

Gangtok, India on October 12, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Live and Loud

Relax with breakfast and great coffee at this popular café open from 7:30AM.
INR400, 1h

9:00AM

Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir

Visit the serene glacial lake and nearby Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple, best visited in the morning, open till 4:00PM.
INR1500 (including vehicle fare), 4h

1:30PM

Lunch at Bakthin Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Nepali cuisine in a traditional setting, open till 3:30PM.
INR500, 1h

3:00PM

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Explore Tibetan artifacts and culture; the museum is open from 10:00AM to 5:00PM except Thursdays.
INR50, 1h

4:30PM

Enchey Monastery

Visit this peaceful monastic site set in the hills above Gangtok, accessible until sunset.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at The Coffee Shop

Casual dining offering local and continental dishes, open till 9:00PM.
INR600, 1h
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Day 4: Gangtok to Kaziranga

Kaziranga, Assam, India on October 13, 2025

6:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast for long travel day, available from 6:00AM.
Included, 1h

7:00AM

Travel Gangtok to Kaziranga

Long drive approx. 9-10 hours (400 km). Consider a comfortable, private coach with meal stops.
INR1800 per person, 10h

6:30PM

Dinner at Kaziranga Resort

Enjoy local Assamese cuisine after arrival, open till 9:00PM.
INR650, 1h
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Day 5: Kaziranga National Park Safari

Kaziranga, Assam, India on October 14, 2025

5:30AM

Early Morning Jeep Safari

Explore the park’s habitat including the famous Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Safari timing 5:30AM to 8:30AM.
INR2000, 3h

9:00AM

Breakfast at the resort

Relax with a filling breakfast post safari available from 8:00AM.
Included, 1h

10:30AM

Elephant Safari

Unique way to see wildlife at close range, open 10:30AM to 12:30PM.
INR2500, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at nearby Assam restaurant

Taste authentic Assamese cuisine including fish and bamboo shoot specialties, open till 3:00PM.
INR600, 1h

3:30PM

Visit Kaziranga Orchid & Biodiversity Park

Explore rare orchids and biodiversity, open 10:00AM to 5:00PM.
INR100, 1.5h

7:00PM

Dinner at resort

Enjoy a relaxing dinner featuring local and continental dishes.
INR700, 1h
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Day 6: Kaziranga to Cherrapunji

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India on October 15, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at resort

Prepare for the journey with a good breakfast, served from 7:00AM.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Drive to Cherrapunji

About 7-8 hours through scenic routes covering approximately 260 km. Stop for refreshments.
INR1500 per person, 8h

5:30PM

Check-in and dinner

Settle in and dine at a local guest house restaurant serving Khasi cuisine.
INR600, 1h
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Day 7: Cherrapunji Exploration

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India on October 16, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a lovely breakfast at your accommodation.
Included, 1h

9:00AM

Nohkalikai Falls

Visit the tallest plunge waterfall in India with spectacular views, accessible all day.
INR50, 1h

10:30AM

Double Decker Living Root Bridge

Experience the marvel of nature with a guided trek to this unique root bridge, open daylight hours.
INR100 guide fee, 4h

3:30PM

Local Market Visit

Explore local crafts and produce in Cherrapunji town.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Purple Martin Restaurant

Enjoy fresh local ingredients prepared in traditional style, open till 9:30PM.
INR650, 1h
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Day 8: Cherrapunji to Tawang

Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, India on October 17, 2025

6:00AM

Early breakfast at hotel

Fuel up before a long and scenic mountainous drive, available from 6:00AM.
Included, 1h

7:00AM

Drive Cherrapunji to Tawang

Long scenic drive approx. 9-10 hours crossing challenging mountain passes, approx. 260 km.
INR2200 per person, 10h

6:30PM

Dinner and rest

Relax at your hotel after arrival with a warm dinner, typically available till 9:00PM.
INR700, 1h
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Day 9: Tawang Sightseeing

Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, India on October 18, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast available from 7:00AM.
Included, 1h

9:00AM

Visit Tawang Monastery

Explore one of the largest Buddhist monasteries in India, open all day till 5:00PM.
INR100, 2h

11:30AM

Sela Pass and Lake

Visit the breathtaking mountain pass and lake about 2 hours away, best during daylight hours.
Included in vehicle fare, 3h

3:00PM

Tawang War Memorial

Pay respects at the memorial dedicated to soldiers, open till dusk.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at hotel restaurant

Enjoy local Arunachali cuisine for dinner.
INR700, 1h
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Day 10: Tawang to Guwahati Departure

Guwahati, Assam, India on October 19, 2025

6:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before departure.
Included, 1h

7:00AM

Drive to Guwahati

Long drive approx. 12-13 hours (455 km), plan stops for meals and rest.
INR2000 per person, 13h

8:00PM

Dinner in Guwahati

Light dinner on arrival at hotel, open till 10:00PM.
INR600, 1h
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