Mysterious and engaging, Northeast India is one of the last vantages of unexplored India. With an exceptional array of places to visit - from gushing waterfalls, to sprawling valleys, glittering rivers and frozen lakes; the so called "seven-sisters" that make up the region, tend to surprise even the better travelled among us.
Here's a 100day itinerary to touch upon the basics, along with a sprinkling of the offbeat to excite the explorer in you.
Getting Around in Northeast India
Guwahati is the most convenient entry point for this Northeast India itinerary. The city is well connected by air and roadways. Regular flights connect the Guwahati airport to all major Indian cities. Most of the places to visit in North-East India are adequately accessible, even though the tourism infrastructure is not as visible as in other parts of the country. However, the best way of getting around in North East for a hassle-free adventure is by road, of course! If you are not able to drive to the North East, you can hail a private taxi for your trip where you can expect to pay anywhere between Rs 1500–Rs 3000 per day. Trust us, the smooth roads taking you through forest-fringed roads and unseen landscapes will make every penny spent on this road trip worth it!
The Wildest Places to Visit in North-east India - Kaziranga National Park
Start your road trip adventure with one of India's most pristine national treasure. The breathtakingly beautiful expanse of Kaziranga National Park, unfolds on nature's canvas like a traveler's dream. Unpredictable and vast, the forests and the wetlands of the reserve are home to some of the world's most endangered species.
Wake up to the distant roar of nature, pulsating through misty mornings in the lap of wilderness. Watch herds elephants roam in the misty grasslands and, if you are lucky, come upon the one horned-rhinoceros in it's natural habitat. Let the jungle music take-over your senses.
Settle in and enjoy one of the most fabulous to places to visit in Northeast India. But don't get too comfortable, because there's so much more to come.
Next take a day trip from Kaziranga National Park to the riverside village of Panikhaiti. Situated only 120km (2 hours' drive) from Kaziranga, Panikhaiti is a tranquil spectacle of life along the magnificent Brahmaputra River .
From Panikhaiti, head to Sualkuchi which is located only one-hour away. This is the centre of India's silk-based textile manufacturing. the village also hosts an annual rowing competition (Naokhel).
Visit The World's Largest River Island - Majuli
Next up on your road trip itinerary the world's largest river island - Majuli. Drive from Kaziranga to Jorhat, which is located about 100km away. Once you get to Jorhat, bid goodbye to your beloved car for a bit and and hail a ferry to Majuli, a destination that has come to symbolize Assam's stunning scenic wealth.
Cross the river on an exhilarating ferry ride into Majuli, the world's largest river island and one of the most magical rated places to visit in Northeast India. Spend an entire day exploring life on this fascinating island.
Ferry Timings: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
The ferry leaves from Nimati Ghat , about 15 km for Jorhat city centre. It takes an hour and thirty minutes to reach Majuli and two and a half hours on the way back to Jorhat. The fare is Rs. 20 per person
Best Rated Places to Stay in Jorhat
Make Your Way To Ziro Valley In Arunachal Pradesh
After the serene Majuli Island, your road rip will change gears and how! Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime as you foray into the vastly untouched terrain of Arunachal Pradesh. Surround yourself within the embrace of Apatani hospitality, set against the vivid backdrop of rural life of the valley. To describe in words what awaits you in Ziro Valley would unfailingly be an understatement. The fertile valley is a fascinating mozaic of nature's most vibrant colours. Brimming with smiling faces of the native Apatanis people, the valley is an unexplored mountain paradise.
One of the most raved about places to visit in Northeast India, Ziro is located only 7 hours away from Jorhat.This road trip will show you undulating green fields, sprinkled with sparse population.
Places to stay in Ziro: Ziro has a delightful network of homestays that can be either booked in advance, or booked on the spot. Here's an excellent guide to staying in an Homestay in Ziro.
Drive to Nagaland On Your 5th Day In The Northeast India
Nagaland is the crown jewel of India's tribal heritage and a shining testimony to North east India's whirling diversity. The drive from Ziro to Dimapur should take 10 hrs and will pass through Jorhat as well. Dimapur is an ideal base to cover most of the places to visit in Nagaland on this itinerary, and then continue on to Meghalaya in the next leg. Kohima, Nagaland's state capital is an hour and a half away from Dimapur.
Amazing Things To Do In Nagaland
Breathe in the beauty of the sprawling expanse of undulating green fields at Dzukou Valley (3 hrs from Dimapur)
If you are visiting in December, Join in the festivities at the Hornbill Festival,. An annual inter-tribal cultural fête where everyone's invited.
Best Rated Places To Stay in Dimapur
Delve into the mysteries on Meghalaya
From the highlands of Nagaland to the mystifying villages of Meghalaya, Day 5 of this itinerary of Northeast India will take you through the heart of the countryside. The drive from Kohima/Dimapur should take between 7 to 10 hours. Leave early in the morning to reach Cherrapunji before sundown.
Like a place lost in time, the green panorama embracing every corner of this Meghalayan paradise is simultaneously eerie and welcoming. Visit Mawlynnong for a glimpse of the alternative side of rural Asia. From living root bridges to crystal clear waters, the region is an exemplary display of how societies flourish in harmony with nature.
Amazing Things to Do in Cherrapunji
Cross into the other-worldly realm of living root bridges in Mawlynnong, which also is famously regarded as the cleanest village in Asia. Spend the night at a homestay in Mawlynnong, and return to Cherrapunji the following morning.
Float on the crystal clear waters in Dawki (2.5 hrs away from Cherrapunji). Definitely one of the most remarkable places to visit in Northeast India.
Take a splash of an eyeful at the Seven Sisters Waterfall, one of the most magical places to visit in North -East India.
End your North East sojourn in Meghalaya's capital city. Vibrant, yet serene, Shillong will surprise you with its host of attractions. One of the most popular places to visit in Northeastern India .
Shillong is an urban enclave amidst a largely untouched landscape. Visit Shillong to experience the thriving cosmopolitan side of North east India. From cafes and gigs to breathtaking outdoors, Shillong is a dream escape, sprinkled with all the creature comforts of modern life.
Amazing Things to Do in North-East India Shillong
2. Indulge in the city's buzzing nightlife in the bars and venues in Police Bazaar and Laithumkra.
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