India Expedition: Sikkim, Assam & Nagaland
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Tour Overview
Set off on a 16-day adventure through the wildlife reserves, wetlands and rambling mountain villages of northeastern India. Learn about the cultures of Sikkim, Assam and Nagaland, search for the iconic one-horned rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park and pick tea leaves with a local farming community in Darjeeling. Explore the floating villages of Majuli Island, visit Gangtok’s controversial Rumtek Monastery and check out a living root bridge – the handiwork of the Khasi people.
Trip Code: HHSI
Start
Kolkata
End
Kolkata
Destination
India
Meals
14 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Plane, Private vehicle, Overnight sleeper train, Ferry, Taxi
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Days
16
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Journey through the Kaziranga National Park and spot one-horned rhinos, wild boar, tigers, elephants and panthers.
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Learn about the proud warrior traditions of the Naga people and their resistance against colonial forces as you explore hillside villages like Khonoma and Kigwema.
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Hike to a living root bridge, a natural wonder formed by training the aerial roots of rubber trees to grow into sturdy bridges that look like something out of a fairy tale.
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Join a local farming community in Darjeeling for tea leaf picking. Taste local tea and learn about the region’s history and farming practices.
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Travel India with a local leader by your side every step of the way. Learn about India’s rich history, find the best lookout points, dinner spots and hear local secrets and stories.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
14 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Plane, Private vehicle, Overnight sleeper train, Ferry, Taxi
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Included activities
- Darjeeling - Tea farm visit & tasting
- Darjeeling - Tiger Hill
- Gangtok - Rumtek Monastery
- Shillong - Leader led walking tour
- Rangthylliang - Single Root Bridge
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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