Eastern India Tours & Trips
Getting up before dawn for Tiger Hills in Darjeeling? Totally worth it as you watch Kanchenjunga go from completely dark to pink and gold as the sun comes up. Eastern India's mountain areas mix Buddhist culture with stunning Himalayan scenery. If you're feeling adventurous, the Singalila Ridge trek runs right along the Nepal-India border where you can see both Kanchenjunga and Everest. October through November's your best bet weather-wise.
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I had this tour, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I landed in Guwahati, the warmth of the local culture and history. Shillong was a amazing, with its cool climate and stunning landscapes. The guides were knowledgeable and explained the history behind every site we visited. Kaziranga wildlife experience was wonderful. The hotels were good. Our driver was fantastic, always punctual and friendly. I’d highly recommend this tour for Northeast India.
North East India 12 Days TourThe tour was amazing, giving us a fantastic taste for the lifestyles and cultures of the people living in North East India. Our guides and drivers were brilliant, especially Tensing & Gokul.
North East India TourEverything went according to the agreed plan, so I have nothing to complain about. Sometimes the driving was too long for a single day, it would be nicer if the tour included moving to hotels closer to the destinations, which would allow for more time to visit other places. I went during March, which meant that waterfalls had minimum to no water, so if you are interested in that, I would suggest a different season. My suggestion to the tour operator would be to add tours for Meghalaya that include more physical activities, like the bamboo trek, which can appeal to younger people. Some of the activities were too simple and not really worth hours of driving. Thank you for organising my trip and answering all my queries!
Meghalaya (A Budget Friendly Tour)
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North East India 12 Days Tour
“The 12-day tour was a perfect trip to enjoy Northeast India. Cherrapunji living root bridges are something I'll never forget.”
Gabriella, traveled in December
The sacred Kamakhya Temple and Kaziranga's rare wildlife showcase Eastern India's contrasts. Jorhat's tea heritage comes alive through estate visits, while boat rides to Peacock Island's Shiva Temple and Majuli's ancient monasteries offer spiritual insights. Comfortable 3-star hotels host travelers throughout.
Duration 12 days Destinations Guwahati, Shillong, Mawlynnong, Cherrapunji, Kaziranga National Park, Jorhat, Majuli, Peacock Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $3,830
50% Off- US$1,915
Trek Darjeeling, Sikkim & the Singalila Ridge
“The sunrises over Everest and Kanchenjunga - spectacular and well worth getting up at 5h30 for.A fabulous sunset at Kalapokhari.”
Bill, traveled in November
Gangtok's Buddhist sites and Darjeeling's colonial charm paint a picture of Eastern India's Himalayan beauty. The route ascends Singalila Ridge to 11,929ft Sandakhphu, with stays at heritage Netuk House and Sinclairs Hotel. Rumtek Monastery and tea estates provide cultural immersion.
Duration 15 days Destinations Delhi, Gangtok, Rumtek, Darjeeling, Ghum, Rimbik, Sandakhphu, Phalut, Siliguri, Kolkata (Calcutta) Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,373
10% Off- US$3,045
Enchanting Nature!!! India's NorthEast
“Very reliable touroperator. Good hotels”
Benedikt, traveled in March
Duration 9 days Destinations Bagdogra, Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Portuguese, Spanish Operator World Travel Experiences From $895
50% Off- US$448
North East India Tour
“a fantastic taste for the lifestyles and cultures of the people living in North East India”
Craig, traveled in June
Tea estates of Darjeeling and Gangtok's monasteries showcase Eastern India's heritage. The sun rises majestically at Tiger Hills, while Kalimpong's flower nurseries burst with color. The historic Pemayangtse Monastery and pristine Tsomgo Lake at 12,400 ft complete this journey.
Duration 11 days Destinations Bagdogra, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Pelling, Gangtok, Lachung, Yumthang, Tsomgo Lake Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $3,555
50% Off- US$1,778
UNESCO-listed Kaziranga houses 2,400 majestic rhinos. Dawn elephant safaris and afternoon jeep tours reveal wildlife wonders, while Guwahati's sacred Kamakhya and Umananda temples offer spiritual insights. Luxury awaits at Vivanta or Radisson Blu.
Duration 4 days Destinations Guwahati, Kaziranga National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Agora Voyages OPC Pvt Ltd From
50% Off- US$811
Meghalaya (A Budget Friendly Tour)
“Everything went according to the agreed plan, so I have nothing to complain about. My suggestion to the tour operator would be to add tours for Meghalaya that include more physical activities.”
Σακης, traveled in March
This 5-day budget trip heads from Guwahati through Meghalaya's main spots like Shillong, Cherrapunji, and Mawlynnong. You'll trek to the Living Root Bridge in Riwai village and check out Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall, then wander through Mawsmai Cave's limestone formations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator MTA Destination Management Company From $788
20% Off- US$630
Wonders of North-East with Wildlife in Kaziranga
“Great destinations, lovely monuments, perfect utilization of time.”
AustralianinAustria, traveled in April
Sacred spaces of Eastern India stretch from Guwahati's Kamakhya temple to Kaziranga's one-horned rhinoceros. UNESCO wildlife sanctuaries, Cherrapunjee's waterfalls, and Mawlynnong's living root bridges fill 8 enriching days.
Duration 8 days Destinations Guwahati, Kaziranga National Park, Shillong Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator GeTS Holidays From
20% Off- US$5,714
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours focus on the highlands where the weather stays cool and pleasant. The cultural routes through Shillong let you explore colonial buildings, museums and the Don Bosco Centre - it's a great spot to learn about Northeast India's indigenous peoples. Nature photographers in our groups love capturing the big waterfalls in Cherrapunjee, while wildlife enthusiasts head to Balpakram National Park to find rare red pandas and black bears. The spiritual journeys to Bodhgaya and Varanasi become extra special during Buddhist festivals, when you can join morning prayers and evening ceremonies by the Ganges.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn opens up possibilities for complete Eastern India explorations. Our comprehensive tours begin in Kolkata, move through Assam's tea gardens and finally reach traditional Nagaland villages. You'll meet Naga communities and learn their warrior history while visiting the Khonoma Nature Conservation area. The cultural immersion continues on Majuli Island where ancient Vaishnavite monasteries still stand and local villagers demonstrate their traditional mask-making craft. October and November work particularly well for mixing wildlife viewing in Kaziranga with trips to Meghalaya's famously clean village and also Sikkim's Buddhist temples.
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- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter in Eastern India is really excellent for wildlife tours, especially in the national parks. Our travelers get amazing results at Kaziranga National Park where you'll spot one-horned rhinos, elephants and tigers during morning and evening jeep safaris. The afternoons bring a different pace with local orchid conservation activities. The winter months also work perfectly for exploring Sikkim's Buddhist monasteries - the mountain views come out crystal clear. If you're interested in the classic routes through Darjeeling and Gangtok, December through February gives you the best chances to catch that Kanchenjunga sunrise from Tiger Hill, plus you can hop on the heritage toy train that winds through the hills.
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- Spring 2027
Spring transforms the region with rhododendrons coating the hillsides in bright colors. Many of our clients pick the April-May tours that blend Darjeeling's colonial atmosphere with visits to Sikkim's monasteries. Over in Meghalaya, the living root bridges look particularly special when the forest around them starts growing fresh and green. It's also prime time for cultural experiences - you can join local Bengali families for textile workshops and take part in seasonal festivals. The hiking along Singalila Ridge is just right temperature-wise and gives you clear views of both Everest and Kanchenjunga peaks.
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