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Popular North East Packages

North East Tour Packages	Day/Night	Price
North East Grandeur - Gangtok and Darjeeling Package	5 Days/4 Nights	₹29,828
Gangtok, Pelling & Darjeeling Holiday Package	7 Days/6 Nights	₹37,991
Splendid North East - Sikkim Delight Package	6 Days/5 Nights	₹35,518
North East Retreat - Book Now Pay Later Package	5 Days/4 Nights	₹16,543
Meghalaya - Shillong and Kaziranga Special Package	6 Days/5 Nights	₹44,200
Sikkim on Budget Package	5 Days/4 Nights	₹33,561
Majestic Meghalaya with Mawlynnong Stay Package	7 Days/6 Nights	₹53,978
Weekend Getaway - Guwahati and Shillong Package	4 Days/3 Nights	₹43,389

One of the most beautiful regions in the world, North Eastern India comprises of 8 aesthetically appealing states of Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. North East tourism has a slice of everything – the varied culture of different tribes, vibrant festivals, the local people and their unique sustainable lifestyles – all of which you can explore with the North East tour packages.

This beautiful paradise is one of the most unexplored areas of India which make it irresistible to explorers. Connected to the rest of India only by a narrow stretch of land near West Bengal, its strategic location adds to the uniqueness and secluded haven-like feel, which is the highlight of North East tourism. Sharing international borders with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan and China, the region has also incorporated the culture and traditions of these countries, as is depicted in the North East India tour packages.

The North East is an amalgamation of natural landscape varieties, with the Himalayas scaling the northern territory and making up for breathtaking sights, the mighty Brahmaputra River leaving tourists in awe, the Meghalaya plateau with its limestone caves and luscious waterfalls, the hills of Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur with their beautiful lakes in the valleys and the slice of Royalty in Tripura. All of these and other wonders can be covered within the North East tour packages.

Harboring a very vast part of India’s biodiversity with its exotic flora and fauna, North East India is an ecotourism paradise. Be it the world’s only breed of the One-Horned Rhinoceros in the Kaziranga National Park in Assam or the beautiful, rare orchids of Arunachal Pradesh, these make up for the best places to visit in the North East!

The ethnic diversity here is one for the books, which works wonders for North East tourism. Assam is dotted with tea plantations and wildlife sanctuaries; Meghalaya houses some of the world’s wettest places like Mawsynram. The beautiful Lushai Hills highlight Mizoram, while the mountains of Nagaland are home to fourteen distinct tribes. Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim share the different moods of the Himalayas. Manipur is undoubtedly a hidden gem and untouched beauty; the cultural relevance of Tripura is hard to miss!

Best time to visit in North East India:

The North Eastern part of India has a favorable climate all year round, which makes almost at all months of the year the best time to visit North East. Though winters are dry and cool, summers are warm and wet. Either season is favorable to visit the region. However, travelers attribute monsoons as the best time for North East tourism. Enhancing flourishing greenery, lush waterfalls and natural pools, rains bring out the romanticism of the region, highlighting its best features.

The diversity of this region is best reflected in the varied shades of every season. The monsoons reflect the best of nature, while winters are earmarked by clear rivers, and snowfall in the hills and the gregarious Himalayas traversing the state of Arunachal Pradesh.

The months of November to April, and extending to mid-May is the best time to visit North East if you want revel in the local festivals which are celebrated during these months and offer a glimpse of the culture here. The many wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks are also open for visitors during these months, which make North East tour packages particularly popular.

On the other hand, the months from May to September-October are best to visit North-East if you want to witness the countless waterfalls or be swept away by the hanging clouds in the valleys!

How to reach North East India

The North East is well-connected to the rest of India by Air, road and rail. There is even an inland waterway route to the Brahmaputra from West Bengal.

By Air - Almost all major commercial flights ply on a daily basis to not only the Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport at Guwahati but also to the cities of Imphal, Agartala, Aizwal, Dimapur, Dibrugarh and Itanagar. The major airlines like Vistara, Air Asia, Indigo, GoAir, and the Air India have daily flights connecting the North Eastern States to the major cities of Kolkata, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, etc.

There are also international flights to Bhutan and Nepal from Guwahati, Assam and Imphal, Manipur. The airport in Kolkata is the nearest international airport.

By Train-
The Indian Railways have almost all major trains plying on a regular basis to all the North Eastern states in the plains, especially Assam, the train lines traversing the entire state. The rest of the hilly places are therein accessible by road.

By Road-
There are major National Highways connecting the North Eastern states to the rest of the Indian mainland. Off late, almost every corner of the North East is accessible by road. In some areas, especially in Meghalaya, there are root-bridges that connect villages across valleys!

Places to see in North East India:

The places to visit in the North East are innumerable as each and every corner is a place to look out for. The North East tourist places are rich in biodiversity and culture and a definite must visit! Here is a list of the places to visit in the North East.

Majuli (Assam): The world’s largest river island in the Brahmaputra, Majuli is the cultural hub of Assam, known for the traditional ‘Satras’, community centers and places of worship of the Vaishnavite culture. With a mix of tribes occupying this area, the food of this little island is uniquely mesmerizing!

Tawang: This beauty tucked away in the Himalayas is located at 10,000 ft. Wrapped in Buddhist culture with monasteries and a tribal essence, Tawang offers a breathtaking view of the entire valley in Arunachal Pradesh!

Gorichen Peak: One of the highest scaled peaks, the Gorichen Peak is a delight of trekkers and mountain lovers, offering the most ecstatic views, and a haven for trekking, camping and rock climbing!

Jaintia Hills: Located in the heart of Meghalaya, these hills are an aesthetic realm of limestone deposits with many caves, making up for quite an adventure!

Shilloi Lake: Located in the little town of Phek, Nagaland, this beautiful lake is surrounded by glorious mountain peaks. A tale of folklore around the Shilloi Lake makes it more enticing!

Moirang: Home to the beautiful Loktak Lake and the Keibul Lamjao National Park, Moirang in Manipur is very popular with tourists.

Jampui Hills is the highest hill range in North Tripura with an eclectic tribal population and the best sunset and sunrise views!
This is just a glimpse of the places to visit in the North East. Each region is beautifully unique and boasts of breathtaking charm.

What to eat in North East India:

The flavours of the North East are a curious mélange of tribes and cultures. Colorful and unique, and made in the simplest of preparation styles, the food of the North Eastern states are a definite must try as part of the North East India Tourism!

Here are a few food items from the North-East which is worth trying and will not fail to leave you mesmerized, whilst taking one on a culinary adventure!

•   Duck curry (Assam): Kumurat diya hanhor Mangxo, as it is locally known, is a mix of flavours prepared with the least of spices. It is duck meat curry cooked with Ash gourd. Crushed black pepper gives this dish an enhanced flavor!

•   Smoked Pork (Nagaland): The pork in Nagaland is smoked in a traditional manner, enough to make it crispy outside and juicy inside. This mouth-watering delicacy is either tossed dry or mixed with other local ingredients to make it into a curry. Smoked pork with Bamboo Shoot, Pork with Akhuni (fermented soya bean), Pork with Anishi (fermented yam leaves) are a few delicacies prepared in this manner. Smoked pork meticulously prepared goes with steamed rice served with dry fish chutney and vegetables on the side.

•   Vawksa Rep (Mizoram): Prepared with seasoned and smoked pork, chillies, green leafy vegetables and locally tended herbs, this chewy meat dish is a definite culinary delight!

•   Iromba (Manipur): This very popular delicacy of Manipur is a mix of fermented fish, mashed potatoes, fresh green leafy vegetables, and red chillies. With a strong flavour, it is a dish to watch out for!

•   Gyathuk (Sikkim): This is a Sikkimese take on the Tibetan Thukpa, served with or without meat and spices adding to the flavor!

•   Jadoh (Meghalaya): It is a dish cooked with pork and traditional rice, a Khasi delicacy prepared in minimum oil but delivering an aromatic taste!

•   Zan (Arunachal Pradesh): It is a spicy porridge prepared in millet flour and boiling water, served with green vegetables and charred meat.

•   Chikhvi (Tripura): Stir-fried bamboo shoot and sliced pork is prepared hence with a bit of moisture in each bite!

Uncover The Mysteries of North East:

Located in the farthest reaches of India, with ageless forests and mountain ranges, the North Eastern states are the natural and anthropological treasures of India! This unexplored rugged beauty as the North India tour packages depict is a collision of tribal cultures, climates, landscapes and people, North East is definitely a mystery to be uncovered.

The Hornbill Festival of Nagaland

The Hornbill Festival is a medley of cultural displays under one roof, showcasing the Naga culture at its best! Organized by the State Tourism and Art & Culture Departments of Nagaland, the Hornbill Festival depicts a model village built at Kisama, a western Angami located 12 kilometers from Kohima, the capital of Nagaland! Draped in history, Kisama is located in the historic Kohima-Imphal road through the gloriously beautiful Angami hamlets connecting Dimapur with Manipur, with relics of the World War II!

The hornbill festival is celebrated in the first week of December and the season attracts a large number of tourists every year. Displaying the extravagant and rich culture of Nagaland, the Hornbill festival is a delight to visitors awed by the authenticity. With the Naga palate displayed in abundance, in the backdrop of traditional music and dances, the Hornbill Festival is nothing short of a carnival with feasting and merry-making! The traditional huts of each tribe showcase the culture and respective traditions. With many contests ensuing interaction, the Hornbill Festivals is a definite must-have on one’s bucket-list!

Farming in the North East

The North East is a region still embracing age old traditions, with the indigenous ways reflected in its way of life. The North Eastern states, given their landscape and climate, have their own traditionally created means of farming and harvesting. Along these agricultural practices, the highlight is the cultural festivals earmarking it! These festivals like Bihu in Assam are to look out for in North East tour packages, with their display of vibrant colors!

Dree: Celebrated in the Ziro Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, Dree is the harvest festival of the Apatani Tribe. Traditional dance and music is performed to ensure a good harvest. Wine is brewed locally.

Bihu: Bihu in Assam marks the different stages of the farming season. Celebrated with pomp and color, and feasting on the harvest of the season, Bihu is marked by the famous bihu dance, displaying the Assamese culture!

Moatsu Mong: The Ao tribe of Nagaland celebrates the sowing season in a three-day festival of feasting and merry-making!

Lui-Ngai-Ni: The Nagas of Manipur celebrates this festival to mark the seed sowing season. Local delicacies are served and local culture is celebrated along with the music!

Culinary delights in North East

The North East is a food lover’s delight! The diversity in culture and traditions is depicted in the staple foods of the region! The climate, landscape, and lifestyle of the people create a mélange of tastes!

Be it the traditionally prepared duck curry of Assam, served with the Khar which is a dish of raw papaya, and pulses prepared with dried banana ashes and consumed with steamed rice, or the traditional fish tenga tickling one’s taste buds along with the sweet pithas!

Meghalaya food is an assortment of Jadoh, smoked pork served with traditional rice, and chicken cooked in sesame seeds.

The Naga cuisine is a glorious display of smoked pork served dry, or a made into a curry with Bamboo shoot, Akhuni (fermented soya bean) and Anishi (fermented yam leaves).

Manipur is known for the Iromba dish, the Ngo Atoiba Thongba served traditionally.

The food of Arunachal Pradesh is a mix of thukpa, the delicious Zan porridge served with charred meat among others.

The Mizoram palate is known for the delicious food in the simplest of preparation styles, be it the Sanpiau, and Vawksa Rep!

The food of Tripura has a royal touch to it. The Chikhvi made with bamboo shoot and smoked pork is quite a delight!

The North East India Tour is incomplete without these experiences. The North East Tour packages cater extensively to vibrant cultural and visual experience!

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