North East Family Packages

If you are someone who loves the concept of green travel, then touring North East India is a perfect option for you. Scroll through to know in brief about what you must include to your North East tour package. We have curated the best of the eight places, tips, and other things you must know before you plan your trip to the North East. Read further for a short brief and then customize your holiday package.

5 Best Places to visit in North-East Family Tour Packages

1. Kaziranga National Park

What’s Special: UNESCO World Heritage Site, One horned rhino, wild water buffaloes, Samp deers, safari tours, endangered species of the world

Nearby Attractions: Tea Gardens, Orang National Park, Kakochang Waterfall, Guwahati, Ziro Valley

Timings: From 7:30 am to 10 am or 3 pm till the time of dusk the Elephant Safaris can be enjoyed

Distance From City: 193 KM from Guwahati

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

A world known UNESCO World Heritage Site which is an undisturbed acres long stretch of dense forests and landscapes. It is situated in the heart of Assam and is a major tourist hotspot. Add this National Park to your must-visit places on your North East tour package if you are interested to witness the endangered species of the world like one-horned rhino, elephants, wildwater buffaloes, samp deers, and many others. The place is one of the famous places to tour in North East India. When here you can either go for a jeep safari or an elephant safari and explore the park around.

2. Tsomgo Lake, Sikkim

What’s Special: Surreal views, snow-covered peaks, scenic beauty, picturesque place

Nearby Attractions: Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple, Nathula, Changu Lake, Hanuman Temple, Jeep La, Tashi View Point, Enchey Monastery

Timings: 8 AM to 3 PM is the most suited time

Distance From City: 37 KM from Gangtok

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Tsomgo Lake is ethereally beautiful and is one of the best places to visit in North East India. It is a 37 km long journey from Gangtok to reach the gorgeous place. The lake is at such an elevation that paints the most surreal natural setting Himalayan peaks surrounding it. The snow-capped peaks are the major source for the water in the Lake as it melts from the mountains. During winters, this stunning lake can also be seen snow-covered and while you travel to Tsomgo, do not forget to meet the natives and hear the stories.

3. Tawang Monastery, Arunachal Pradesh

What’s Special: Tourist hotspot, architectural beauty, aesthetically pleasing, natural views, scenic beauty

Nearby Attractions: Tawang War Memorial, Urgelling Monastery, Chakzam Bridge, Panga Teng Tso Lake, Giant Buddha Statue

Timings: Open from 7 AM to 7 PM, mostly closed on Wednesdays

Distance From City: 7.2 KM from Tawang

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Tawan Monastery is situated in Tawang, it is a significant monument situated in Arunachal Pradesh. A popular birthplace of Dalai lama and the largest Buddhist Monastery of the whole country. Not only this, the Monastery is also famously the second largest in the world after Lhasa and is 400 years old. It is the first place in the North East that became largely famous among the travellers who enter the town of Tawang. The town is scenic and is mostly populated by the monks.

4. Nathula Park, Sikkim

What’s Special: Flora and fauna, history, facts, natural beauty, surreal views, dense greenery

Nearby Attractions: Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, Menmecho Lake, Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial Temple, Teesta River, Ravangla, Pelling, Zuluk

Timings: Morning hours are preferably the suited time

Distance From City: 58 Km from Gangtok, can take a shared cab

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Don’t forget to add Nathula Park to the North East tour package if you wish to see the old silk road that was once used by the traders at an elevation of 14450 ft. above sea level on the Indo-Tibetan border. It is one of the most popular must tour places in the North East that can be easily toured from the capital city of Gangtok. The temperature here is mostly chilly and freezing irrespective of the season and the whole region is rich in Himalayan flora. If you plan to tour the place then make sure you leave before 1 pm and most of the cabs stop running after the said time.

5. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh

What’s Special: Vibrant and a colourful place, rice field, tribal huts, authentic, Apatani Tribe, trekking

Nearby Attractions: Kile Pakho, Meghna Cave Temple, Train Fish Farm, Dolo Mando, Hapoli, Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Midey

Timings: All throughout the day

Distance From City: 110 KM from Itanagar, the capital of Arunachal Pradesh.

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, car, private vehicles

Ziro Valley is basically a flat land amidst the sky touching peaks environing five villages where the highest population of the Apatani tribe resides. This tribe is welcoming, friendly and Ziro valley serves them a perfect ground for celebrating the biggest and the most happening annual music fest. Other than that, here you’ll spot rice fields, the in-line tribal huts, and colourful accessories that the tribal people wear will catch your sight. If you wish to explore the culture and experience the absolute authenticity then keep this place in your North East itinerary.

Best Time to visit the North East

Summer- March to June

The temperature during the summer months fluctuates between 10 to 38 degrees. The atmosphere during this time is very scorching and it is advisable if you do like summers then book a trip during this time of the year. It is considered to be one the best climates to tour the North East. You can see the crystal clear skies, shiny sun rays and fully bloomed flora.

Monsoon- July to September

The monsoon in the North East is seen during the months of July, August, and September. During these months the temperature ranges between 9 - 35 degrees. Rainfall ranges from moderate to heavy, while the temperatures vary from cold to hot. If you travel to the North East during this time you will feel some hints of stickiness and freshness. Overall, the atmosphere during this time is friendly and the landscapes are dense.

Winter- October to February

The temperature during the months of winter fluctuates between 0-22°C. That makes the weather here a bit chilly, and sometimes even biting cold. It all depends upon the temperature. If you want to know the higher altitude regions then they are: Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. These places see snow fall and icy landscapes. The lower altitude places are Mizoram and Tripura, the two are blessed with pleasant climate and mild winters. Overall, the winter season in the North East is a rejuvenating time that you must see if you enjoy chilly temperatures.

How to Reach the North East?

By Flight

The major airports in the North East are in Bagdogra, Imphal, Guwahati, Dibrugarh, and Silchar. All these are well-connected from the major cities of India such as New Delhi and Calcutta. Reaching North East via flight is convenient and a feasible option if you don’t want to waste much time travelling.

By Train

The North East is well connected by train to the majority of the top Indian cities. Assam has the best connections if you wish to reach the North East via train.

By Road

The roads connecting to all the states in the North East are fine, smooth, and good for road trips. Regular buses from West Bengal are available for you to catch a ride to the North East.