Welcome to the magical ‘North-East,’ the region comprising seven states - Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, and Manipur. Popularly known as the Seven Sisters of India, these states hold pristine beauty as a majority of its hill towns are still unexplored. No wonder, keen vacationers look forward to Northeast holiday packages for an ideal vacation, which has a variety to offer. The northeastern part of India is also famous for its widespread species of orchids that contribute to around 70% of the worlds' orchids. A major part of the northeast encompasses hilly terrain. Some of the major national parks are also located in this region. Northeast tour packages grab you a chance to witness all that and more.
Dotted with dense forests and mountains, North-East India is bounded by Bangladesh, Bhutan, Tibet, and Myanmar. Blessed with rugged beauty, tribal cultures, varied landscapes, and wonderful weather, North East shows diversity in various aspects that keep its tourists intrigued. The diversity of these states is reflected in their seasons. With changing seasons, changes the natural ambiance of these states, making every season unfold a different picture. However, to experience the northeast at its best, it is recommended that you plan your visit during the months of November and April. Whether traveling with family, friends, or spouse, a trip to North East imparts memories to cherish.
12 Best Places Which Can Be Included in North East Tour Package
1. Guwahati
Famous For: Historical sites, temples, vibrant culture
Languages: Assamese, English
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Average price for hotel*: INR 2,155 for 3-star hotel, INR 4,453 for 4-star hotel, INR 9,869 for 5-star hotel
Best Time To Visit: October to April
Ideal duration: 3 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 9,499
Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Deepor Bill, Assam Zoo, Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Temple
Travellers Review: 4.1/5 (based on 89 reviews)
The largest city of Northeast Indian state, Assam, Guwahati takes pride in the tranquility it holds. Also, called the “City of Temples”, Guwahati is an ultimate destination where you can witness a vibrant Assamese culture. This place is beautified with plentiful serene beauty which can be easily seen in its attractions. Historical places and shrines such as Navagraha Temple, Umananda Temple, Madan Kamdev, Kamakhya Temple add great charm to the beauty of Assam. Apart from this, Guwahati Zoo lets you witness the rich wildlife. All in all, this quaint destination is perfect to spend a memorable vacation.
2. Kaziranga National Park
Famous For: One Horned Rhinoceros, rich wildlife, jungle safari
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Jorhat Airport and Furkating Junction Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: November to April
Ideal duration: 2 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 14,500
Travellers Review: 4.1/5 (based on 5221 reviews)
Initially, Kaziranga National Park was established in 1908 as a forest reserve. It is spread over an area of 430 square kilometers. The national park was declared as a World Heritage Site in 1985 by UNESCO. One-horned rhinos are the key attraction here. Tourists from around the world avail Northeast trip packages and flock at this national park to catch a glimpse of the one-horned rhinos. Another key attraction of this national park is Eastern Swamp Deer, also known as Barasingha. To explore this park at its best, one can go on an elephant safari. A perfect destination for wildlife lovers, Kaziranga National Park is a must-included attraction in an adventurous tour plan. But, if one is worried about the North-east tip cost, then the best part of booking a package with TravelTriangle is that our tour itineraries are completely customizable, so as to let people decide to go on an excursion to their favorite places under their budget.
3. Nathu La Pass
Elevation: 4,310 m
Famous For: Trekking, hiking, scenic beauty, adventurous activities
Languages: English and Assamese
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Bagdogra Airport and New Jalpaiguri Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: May to October
Ideal duration: 2 Days
Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Mandakini Waterfalls, Tsomgo Lake, Staircase To Indo-China Border, Mera Bharat Mahan Hill, Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
Travellers Review: 4.1/5 (based on 2820 reviews)
Nathu La Pass is located at an altitude of 4310 m, near Indo-China border. Initially, it used to be connect India from Tibet; nowadays, it connects Sikkim with China (Tibet Autonomous Region). One can easily visit the pass from Gangtok as it is present at a distance of 56 km from the city. Visiting Nathu La Pass requires special permit issued by the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department. Moreover, visiting it will most probably occupy one entire day so plan your Northeast travel packages accordingly. On your way to the pass, your can take in the scenic beauty of alpine trees. To further extend your visit, you can also visit Baba Mandir and Tsomgo Lake. Note: Open for visiting only from Wednesday to Sunday.
4. Tawang Monastery
Elevation: 4,310 m
Famous For: 400-year-old monastery, a pilgrim center
Languages: East Bodish
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and Guwahati railway station
Best Time To Visit: March to October
Ideal duration: 3-4 Hours
Most of Northeast travel packages has Tawang Monastery in the itinerary. It is situated in Arunachal Pradesh at a city called Tawang. This is India’s largest monastery, making it all the more popular among tourists from around the world. Like most monasteries, this monastery is also situated on a mountain top at an altitude of 3000 m. The history of Tawang Monastery dates back to 1680, when it was established. It is one of the most important Buddhist sites in India and represents a mosaic of vibrant art, idols, etc. So, if you are on your way to Arunachal Pradesh, do not forget to add this site of historical importance to your Northeast vacation packages.
5. Umngot river
Elevation: 1,800 m
Famous For: Snorkeling, boating, scuba diving, kayaking
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Bordoloi International Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: October to April
Ideal duration: 2-3 Hours
Through a small-town of Meghalaya, called Dawki, passes by a river named Umngot. This river is famous for its sea-green expanse of see through water. Many tourists keep this on the wishlist of their North East trip. Boating at this crystal clear river makes for a magical experience. One can easily reach Dawki through road by booking a cab or through local buses. With sights of traditional fishing boats and more, this site is an absolute must for all nature lover.
6. Mawlynnong
Elevation: 1495.3 m
Famous For: Adventurous activities, natural beauty, trekking, rappelling
Languages: English, Hindi, Assamese
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Shillong Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: June to September
Ideal duration: 4-5 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 15,500
Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Balancing Rock Mawlynnong, Mawlynnong Waterfall, Jingmaham Living Root Bridge, Mawlynnong Village
Travellers Review: 4.4/5 (based on 28 reviews)
This village in Meghalaya is no ordinary village. Often referred to as the “God’s own garden,” this village is the cleanest village in Asia. Northeast vacation packages from TravelTriangle get you to witness the many picturesque sights this village has to offer. Moreover, the village has a literacy rate of 100%. From bamboo huts to balancing rock, it is surrounded by lush greenery and rich flora and fauna. Some places have so much to offer that it is a gift to mankind from nature, such is the beauty of North East. Walk the pathways of this untouched wonderland in the lap of nature on booking your trip to North East.
7. Siang River
Elevation: 90 to 5800 m (approximately)
Famous For: Stream boating, angling, trekking, river rafting
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Dibrugarh Airport and Murkongselek Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: January to May and October
Ideal duration: 3-4 Hours
Siang River is a beautiful river and is a very famous place among adventure enthusiasts as river rafting can be enjoyed here. October to early November makes for the best time to visit this river for a spectacular river rafting experience when the tides are not so furious. All grades of river rafting can be enjoyed here but Grade III and Grade IV make for the thrilling adventure.
8. Nuranang Falls
Elevation: 1828.8 m
Famous For: Scenic view, picnic spot
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Tezpur Airport and Tezpur Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: February to November
Ideal duration: 2- 3 Hours
It place should be in the North East trip plan of you are traveling to North East India on your honeymoon. The romantic aura of this place is heavenly and is best enjoyed with your partner. The 100 meters tall and tranquil falls makes for the enchanting aura attracting tourists in large numbers.
9. Jaintia Hills
Elevation: 900 m
Famous For: Trekking
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Best Time To Visit: March to June and October
Ideal duration: 4-8 Hours
These limestone caves located in Meghalaya shouldn’t be missed out on your trip to North East India. This dramatic and mysterious place is a must visit which will lead you to many smaller caves which is an adventure in itself. March to June is considered to be the best time for exploring Jaintia Hills.
10. Cherrapunji
Elevation: 1,484 m
Famous For: Living root bridges, adventurous activities, trekking, canyoning, kayaking, camping, zip lining
Languages: Khasi, Garo, Hindi
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Umroi Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Average price for hotel*: INR 2,307 for 3-star hotel, INR 5,458 for 4-star hotel
Best Time To Visit: October to May
Ideal duration: 2 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 11,999
Best Places to visit / Major Attractions: Double Decker Living Root Bridges, Nohkalikai Waterfalls, Mawsynram Village, Krem Mawmluh
Travellers Review: 4/5 (based on 24 reviews)
This is a surreal place and a true heaven on Earth that is blessed with natural beauty. Cherrapunji is famous for its living root bridges that looks absolutely stunning and also for its gorgeous waterfalls equipped with natural scener
11. Gangtok
Famous For: Tea, breathtaking attractions, rich traditions and culture
Languages: Nepali, Bhutia, Tibetan, and Lepcha
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Bagdogra Airport and New Jalpaiguri Railway Station
Average price for hotel*: INR 3,404 for 3-star hotel and INR 6,209 for 5-star hotel
Best Time To Visit: March to May and October to mid-December
Ideal duration: 5 to 7 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 13,223
Major Attractions: Nathula Pass, Rumtek Monastery, Tsomgo Lake, Ganesh Tok, Namgyal Institute of Technology, Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple, Mangan, Himalayan Zoological Park, Hanuman Tok, Reshi Hot Springs, Kabi Longstok, Seven Sisters Waterfalls, Flower Exhibition Centre, Do Drul Chorten, Saramsa Garden
Travellers Review: 4.1 out of 5, based on 3190 reviews
Gangtok is one of the most sought after cities in North East India, it attracts tourists from across the world. Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim and is home to many mesmerizing and enchanting places. Visit the city which is dotted with peaceful monasteries, sacred temples, breathtaking viewpoints, stunning lakes, beautiful parks, and rich variety of flora and fauna. The city is also home to many thrilling outdoor activities such as river rafting, paragliding, mountain biking, hang gliding, trekking, caving, yak safari, rock climbing, and mountaineering. Owing to these activities the capital city is also famous among adventure enthusiasts as well.
12: Shillong
Famous For: Waterfalls, Beautiful parks, Limestone caves
Languages: Khasi, Jaintia, Nepali, and Garo
Nearest Airport and Railway Station: Umroi Airport and Guwahati Railway Station
Average price for hotel*: INR 3,206 for 3-star hotel
Best Time To Visit: October to February
Ideal duration: 9 to 10 Days
Packages Starting from*: INR 9,000
Major Attractions: Umiam Lake, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Mary Help for Christian Cathedral, Ward’s Lake, Don Bosco Museum, Lady Hydari Park, Mawphlang Sacred Forest, State Museum, Mawlynnong, Butterfly Museum, Botanical Garden, Lumpongdeng Island, Rhino Heritage Museum
Travellers Review: 4.1 out of 5, based on 165 reviews
Shillong is one of the most beautiful hill stations in North East India and is located in serene and peaceful surroundings. The city is surrounded by lush green stunning hills and is home to mystical lakes and shimmering waterfalls. Visit Shillong and admire the breathtaking ambiance. So book a holiday package for North East and visit Shillong for an unforgettable experience.
How To Reach North East?
Those wondering about how to reach North East India from India can easily enter through Assam – the main entry point for north-eastern states. Bagdogra airport in Darjeeling, as well as New Jalpaiguri and Hasimara railway stations in West Bengal are also important entry points to these ethereal states. A wide railway network connects Northeastern states to other parts of India. There are also regular flights that connect Northeast to various cities of India as well as several countries of Southeast Asia. So, hopping on an excursion toward this state is not such a trouble. To enjoy an amazing holiday there, all one has to do is browse through our North East tour packages and pack their bags to navigate through its alluring landscapes and trace the rich history of its past. Moreover, as our all-inclusive packages offer some of the best accommodation options with world-class travel facilities and transfers, one is certainly going to cherish their sojourn, and have an unforgettable journey.
What Can Be The Best Duration For A North-east Tour?
Usually, the climate of North-east India remains pleasant due to mild and heavy rainfall. However, it slightly differs from state to state. For instance, the best time to visit Meghalaya is between the months of October and April. On the other hand, the best time to visit Assam is during the months of winters and summers, i.e., November to March. To visit Arunachal Pradesh, October to April is the best time. It is noteworthy that the suitable season to visit any of the North East holiday destinations depends upon what is on the to-do list of tourists. However, whichever month you choose to plan your visit, Northeast holiday packages are the best way to get the real taste of North East. Despite being very similar to each other, the states also showcase different cultures and traditions, which is the reason behind tourists wanting to visit all the seven states, preferably in one go. It makes sense to cover more than just one state when here and enjoy the amazing cultural heritage, festivals and of course, food of North East. To decide on the best time to navigate through the enticing landscapes of North East, scroll through the different itineraries of our North East packages, which are meant to guide our travelers in regard to every location covered. And then, hop on a tour to have a magical experience.
Well! Irrespective of what season or month one decides to get on a voyage to this incredibly beautiful travel destination, one thing is going to be certain that they are going to have fun, for this place has a lot to offer to its visitors in terms of culture, food, spirituality, and adventure. All one has to take a break from their schedule, book a North-east trip package, and set off for an experience like never before.
As aforementioned North East has a charm like no other. It blooms with every season and always has something to offer. Herein, we have prepared a list of places in North East that you can visit no matter what the season.
In the Peak of Summers
- Pelling, Sikkim
- Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
- Dzükou Valley, Nagaland
- Mokokchung, Nagaland
- Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya
- Shillong, Meghalaya
When it Rains
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
- Darjeeling, West Bengal
- Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya
When Winter Pours
- Roing, Arunachal Pradesh
- Lawngtlai, Mizoram
- Aizawl, Mizoram
- Guwahati, Assam
- Imphal, Manipur
Do consider the above places while booking a North-east tour plan during the preferred travel time, and get ready with the backpack for an expedition that could not be forgotten for a lifetime. TravelTriangle has a bevy of vacation packages designed for this spectacular state which never fails to entice even the fussiest travelers. So, just browse through our list of packages equipped with well crafted tour itineraries, and grab a customizable tour plan at an amazing deal which just makes the whole experience even more delightful.
