North East 8 Days Itinerary: There are not one or two but many beautiful destinations in North East, which are hidden from the eyes of travel lovers. In such a situation, if you want to see the beauty of North East closely, then plan this 8 day itinerary and reach North East.
North East India is famous all over the world for its serene valleys, cloud covered hills, waterfalls, lakes, unique culture and delicious local food. Many people believe that a tour to North East has to be planned for a long time, but if you plan properly then you can comfortably visit the most beautiful places here even in just eight days. If you want to explore the North East thoroughly, then this itinerary has been specially made for such tourists who want to see every colour, every experience and every beautiful location of the North East in a short period of time. In this guide, you have been told in detail about where to go on which day, what to see and how to make this journey even more memorable and fun.
Day 1- Arrival in Guwahati, Temple Darshan and River Cruise
The journey starts from Guwahati where as soon as you reach, you will get to see the spirituality of the city and the vastness of the Brahmaputra river. Start the journey by visiting Kamakhya Temple. After this, the sunset cruise on Brahmaputra in the evening will make the first day of your trip memorable.
Day 2- Meghalaya- Umiam Lake and Shillong
On the second day, proceed towards Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. Enjoy the blue waters of Umiam Lake and the beauty of the mountains on the way. After reaching Shillong, the cafe culture, local market and lush green pine forests will give you the feeling of a European town. The mild coolness of the evening and the hilly valleys will remove the fatigue of the whole day.
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Day 3- Nature, View Point and Waterfalls in Shillong
On the third day, explore the nature beauty of Shillong. Shillong Peak provides a bird’s-eye view of the entire city, while the 3 level waterfall of Elephant Falls is worth seeing. The serene beauty of Wards Lake and music nights in cafes let you experience the real vibe of Shillong.
Day 4- Cherrapunji – Land of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world
The journey to Cherrapunji is full of clouds, hills and waterfalls. Here the deep valley and falling water of Nohkalikai Falls touches the mind. Seven Sister Falls and Mawsmai Caves are perfect for adventure lovers. The constantly changing weather feel of Cherrapunji will give a unique experience to your trip.
Day 5- Mawlynnong and Dawki – Neat villages and crystal-clear rivers
Mawlynnong, which is said to be the cleanest village in Asia, everyone is stunned to see the discipline and greenery here. Moving ahead, the clear water of Umngot river of Doki will surprise you, because its water is so clear that the boat does not float in water but seems to be flying in the air. Places like Border Point and Silent Valley are great for photography, reels and serene atmosphere.
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Day 6- Kaziranga – Journey into the jungle
On the sixth day, you return to Kaziranga National Park towards Assam. The long rows of tea gardens on the way and the play of sun and shade will make you feel the peace and beauty of Assam. After reaching the resort in the evening, you can experience tribal dance, local food and traditional lifestyle.
Day 7- Kaziranga Safari – Day of Wildlife and Adventure
Start the morning of the seventh day with a jungle safari where you can see the Indian One-Horned Rhino, jungle cats, elephants, wild buffalo and many rare birds at close range. The fun of jeep safari and the fresh air of the forest will give the most thrilling experience of this journey. The rest of the day you can explore local markets, tea gardens and Assamese food.
Day 8- Taste of Arunachal – Glimpse to Bomdila or Tawang and return
On the last day, on your way to Arunachal, the serene hilly terrain of Bomdila near the Bhutan border will take you to another world. Buddhist culture, peace of monasteries and mountain air will relieve your fatigue. Here your 8 days journey will end and then prepare to return home.