• Departure Dates
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• Tour Code
  TEMPLES, W
• EX
  Guwahati
• Vehicles Used
  Reserved vehicle depends on group size
• Duration
  7 Nights/8 Days
• States Visited
  Assam, Meghalaya
• Places Visited
  Guwahati(1n), Nameri(2n), Kaziranga(2n), Shillong(2n) – 8 Days. Kamakhya Mandir,umiam Lake, Donbosco Museum, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Migratory Birds A
• Best Time To Visit
  November to April

• Tour Cost
• Adults
• Adults
• Children (with bed)
• Child
• Children (without bed)
• Child
• Infant (0 to 3 years)
• Infant
• Subtotal
• GST @ 5%
• Total Tour Cost

Guwahati

Kamakya Temple

Shillong

Cherrapunjee

Kaziranga

Nameri

• Day 1 : ARRIVAL AT GUWAHATI-SHILLONG (130Kms/3 ½hrs drive)
  Welcome on arrival in Guwahati Airport/Station and drive to Shillong. En route witness the Umiam Lake or Barapani is the biggest artificial lake in Meghalaya in midst of sylvan hills adorned by Khasi pines & peerless beauty. If time permits visit Don Bosco Museum ( Close on Sunday) and Ward's Lake. Evening free at leisure to explore the region on own. You may take a walk to the famous Police Bazaar for shopping. Overnight in Shillong.
• Day 2 : SHILLONG - CHERRAPUNJEE - SHILLONG (60 Kms / 2 hrs-One way)
  After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the earth, for an awesome day trip. En route visit the famous Elephant. At Sohra, stop at the Duwan Sing Syiem view point for mesmerizing views of the Hills. In Cherrapunjee be witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a soft cave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerable formations inside it. Also visit the Ramakrishna Mission. Drive back to Shillong for overnight stay. Note: Most of the waterfalls are dry during winter season.
• Day 3 : SHILLONG - KAZIRANGA (325 Kms / 7 hrs)
  After breakfast drive to Kaziranga. Check in at hotel. Overnight at Kaziranga. Kaziranga, the World Heritage Site is the oldest park in Assam & is located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River. Kaziranga National Park is a natural habitat for conservation of biologically diverse flora & fauna. It is inhabited by the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses besides sheltering about 15 species of India's threatened mammals. There are numerous other major wildlife fauna.
• Day 4 : KAZIRANGA
  Early morning go for Elephant ride @ 5-30 A.M / 6: 30 A.M. ( Subject to availability and allotment from forest department) . Return for Breakfast to hotel. After breakfast proceed for Jeep safari in the Central Range. With Kohora as the entry point, the Central Range covers the Daphlang and Kathpora . Later enjoy Local Village & Tea Garden (Outer View) tour. Overnight at Kaziranga.
• Day 5 : KAZIRANGA - NAMERI (130 Kms/3 ½ hrs)
  After Breakfast drive to Tezpur's Koliabhomora Ghat of Brahmaputra river. Board on a local made country boat to spend a thrilling hour watching the fresh water dolphins and many migratory birds. These belong to the endangered species, Platanista gangetica or Xihu in Assamese. The boat ride will also give you the opportunity to view the Assamese villages, their fishing activities and the mesmerizing country side. Later drive to Nameri. Overnight at Nameri at an Eco Camp. Nameri National Park (200 sq.km) is located in Sonitpur District at the foothills of eastern Himalayas with the the river Jia Bhoroli flowing through it. The park is the second Tiger reserve of Assam. Many rare animals inhabit the park and there are more than 376 species of birds seen here.
• Day 6 : NAMERI
  Morning at 5:30 am take a walk through Nameri National Park (3 km). It is one of the very few National Parks where you can trek in the park. The trek begins as you embark on a boat to cross the breadth of the Jia Bhoroli river. Walk through the river bed and into the National Park, the closest you can get to nature! Return to Resort for breakfast. Day free for leisure activities like rafting. Rafting (mild rapids) forms a day long adventure in a raft as you cruise along the waters of Jia Bhoroli river. The 2.5 hrs rafting will acquaint you with numerous birds. Later disembark at bank. Overnight in Nameri.
• Day 7 : NAMERI - GUWAHATI (250Kms / 5hrs)
  After Breakfast check out and drive to Guwahati. Check in at Hotel. Later visit Kamakhya Temple. Evening enjoy a River cruise over the river Brahmaputra (cruise charges additional). Overnight at Guwahati. Situated on top of the Nilachal Hill, Maa Kamakhya Temple is the most sacred among the tantrik shrines of Shakti worship in the world. Kamakhya temple is also famed for the annual Ambubachi Mela held for 4 days during monsoon season. There are images of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Chamundi and many dance fixtures. Situated on the Nilachal Hill, the temple structure resembles a Shikhara a beehive. Besides the main Devi temple, there are temples of 10 Mahavidyas in and around temple. These include Bhuvaneshvari, Bagalamukhi, Chinnamasta,Tripura Sundari, Tara, Kali, Bhairavi, Dhumavati, Matangi and Kamala Temples. Temple doors remain open for devotees in the following timings 08:00 am to 01:00 pm & 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
• Day 8 : DEPARTURE
  After Breakfast drive to Guwahati Airport /Station.

•   Accommodation on twin / triple sharing basis with taxes
•   All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary with toll, parking, Driver allowance & taxes
•   Breakfast & Dinner on fixed menu basis with taxes in Kaziranga
•   One Jungle Safari in Kaziranga Park
•   Complementary breakfast in other places

•   5 % GST or as applicable
•   Many hotels charge for Room heaters which is payable directly at the hotel
•   Cost for extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary
•   Flight/Train Fares
•   Personal expenses like Travel Insurance, bottled water, laundry, phone calls, camera charges, room heaters etc
•   Adventure activities like ropeway, rafting, boating etc. are NOT included in the package cost
•   Guide charges
•   Meals other than mentioned above
•   Items not mentioned in Package cost includes segment
•   Entrance Fees at monuments / museums/ temples etc
•   Cost for optional tours, Up-Gradation Charges

• Hotel & Room Guide

  • Room up-gradation payable at the hotel directly
  • Hotel bills will be in TRAVEL AGENCY name and if the guests require bills for hotel or vehicle, we will provide the same. Please inform guest that direct hotel bills will not be available.
  • Please be reminded that all special requests like early check-in, smoking, nonsmoking, views, floors, king, twin, adjoining and/or interconnecting rooms are strictly subject to availability upon arrival and can not be guaranteed prior.
  • All hotels do not have lift facility & the guest may have to climb stairs. Incase of guests having problems with blood pressure, breathing, knee & heart or if they cannot climb the higher floors, we will request you to report this problem at the time of booking so that we may take appropriate action. This is again subject to availability.
  • Lift, Tea/coffee maker/ mini fridge / toilettery kit (with moisturizer, tooth paste, brush etc.) etc. may be given in most hotels. But they are NOT mandatory part of 3/4/5 Star hotels. If guests have specific requirements, kindly inform us and we will select properties accordingly. These items and facilities differ from hotel to hotel.
  • Facilities like western toilet, television in room, geyser in bathrooms may not be available at all places. For specific requirement, please inform us and we will try to provide. This is again subject to availability.
  • Meal plan, menu will be on fixed plan basis and not on A-la-Carta basis. Meal plans do not include Evening snacks & cold drinks / liquor, Soups or Deserts. We can arrange for the same at additional cost on prior information. For order on A-la-Carta basis, guests are requested to make direct payment for additional items.
  • For early morning check out breakfast may be limited to simple bread & butter / jam. Items like Puri / roti – sabji may not be available.
  • Consumption and serving of alcohol in hotels / rooms is subject to hotel’s rules and regulations. In some hotels, consumption of alcohol is not allowed.
  • The region’s prime tourist interest in its Nature and eco-friendly atmosphere. The facilities available here cannot be matched with other developed destinations. Many accommodations will have basic facilities compared with other regions. Please inform tourists that this region can be enjoyed in its natural beauty and simple flavor.
  • Many regions do not have star category hotels. Similar category hotels with the best available room will be provided.
  • Kindly inform guests that same category rooms or identical rooms may not be available. We will try our best to maintain similarity.
  • For large groups, all rooms in one hotel may not be available. Moreover, if two or more hotels are selected, identical facilities may not be available even between rooms of the same tariff. The clients will have to adjust to these conditions. We will try our best to maintain similarity.
  • In most hotels Extra Person Sharing the Room, Child With Extra Bed, will be provided  MATTRESS / ROLL OVERS as per requirement.
  • In the region, scarcity of water & electricity is a natural phenomenon. Guests are requested to bear with such problems as may arise during the tour.

   

  SURCHARGE APPLICABLE ON BLACK-OUT DATES :

  DURGA PUJA / DIWALI /CHRISTMAS / NEW YEAR

   

  Vehicle operation & usage guide:

  1.Vehicle Segment : 

  • Carriers in vehicles are not allowed in the region.
  • No AC will be available in vehicles in Hill regions
  • For 7 & above guests Tempo Traveller / Xylo / Scorpio / Bolero or  similar category
  • For 4 -6  guests Innova / Xylo / Scorpio / Bolero or  similar category
  • For 2-3 guests  Swift D’zire / Etios/ Amaze or similar category
  1. Vehicle will NOT be on disposal
  • The vehicle used will be exclusive for that group but will not be at disposal.
  • Vehicle will be available as per your itinerary. Kindly follow the time strictly
  • Sightseeing points covered will depend on remaining time in hand
  • Full day sightseeing will be till maximum 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm as per given itinerary. For additional usage, per km / per hour will be charged as per usage.

  3.Hotels located in Hills – in Busy areas / City Centers / No Entry / One Way zones 

  • Most of the hotels do not have parking place & vehicle cannot be parked in front of the gates for longer period hence gusts should wait at the reception 5 minute before
    the departure to avoid the inconveniences.
  • Due to shortage in space for parking, please be informed that you will have to be ready on time & wait in the lobby.
  • Due to uncalculated situations (traffic jams / traffic halts/ diversions etc.) the vehicle reporting may get delayed. We will request you to bear with us and as soon as vehicle arrives you will have to get in, before the policeman blow his whistle.
  • Due to vehicle-parking difficulty, most of the areas are restricted to entry of vehicle & specific time is allotted for entries. Kindly follow the time strictly as given to you.
  • In No Parking Zones, the vehicle will get parked in an available parking area. In such a case, you will have to wait for the vehicle to come to your designated area. Please be patient as the driver will have to come through traffic. Please coordinate with the driver.
  1. Transfers to next destination
  • Night travel is not possible, so if you have a transfer to another destination in second half, please maintain time of your morning sightseeing
  • If one destination is covered twice or additional destinations are included, additional charges will be applicable on per km / per hour basis.
  • During Rainy season, heavy showers are possible and many times tarpaulin may not cover all the luggage because of the nature of heavy showers. In such case, luggage will have to be loaded inside the vehicle. The guests will have to adjust to such situations.

  5.General Terms

  • The tour guide reserves the rights to make changes or omit any place of visit, if it becomes necessary due to bad weather, bad road, strike or band, security reason etc.
  • Kindly inform us if the guests are senior citizens or have health related issues (like arthritis, heart problems etc.) or any such matter which might need special arrangements. Some itineraries will not be suitable for them and we will suggest accordingly.
  • The security concerns, driver’s working hours etc. will be kept in mind while planning the tour and sightseeing.
  • We try to ensure that the sightseeing points do not fall on a closing day. Incase due to inevitable situation if the sightseeing falls on a closing day, it will have to be left out. Conducting that particular tour or sightseeing point the next day will be subject to time availability.
  • Weather in the region is unpredictable. We have kept your sightseeing related with nature flexible.
  • The region’s prime tourist interest in its Nature and eco-friendly atmosphere. The facilities available here cannot be matched with other developed destinations.
  • Once the package is booked & confirmed no refund will be allowed. There will be no refund of any unutilized service in part or in full what so ever may be the reason.

   

  SAFARI IN NATIONAL PARKS / WILD LIFE SANCTUARIES

  Most National Parks remain closed from 1st May  – 31st October

  Additional Safari Charges for Kaziranga National Park  at Western / Central range :

  • Elephant Safari – Rs.1000/- per person (please note elephant safari is on per seat basis and not individual hiring)
  • Jeep Safari – Rs.2500/- per jeep (1 jeep accommodates 6 persons)
  • Entry Fees (if safari is taken on next day) – Rs.100/-

  Additional Safari Charges for ManasNational Park  ( Halfday) :

  • Elephant Safari – Rs.1000/- per person (please note elephant safari is on per seat basis and not individual hiring)
  • Jeep Safari – Rs.4000/- per jeep (1 jeep accommodates 6 persons)
  • Entry Fees (if safari is taken on next day) – Rs.100/-

   

  Safari Guidelines

  • Safari is managed by our representative in the National Parks / Wild life Sanctuaries
  • Our representative will meet the guest in the evening at about 6:30 – 7:00 pm and provide all required information.
  • We are not responsible for cancellation of safari by the authorities
  • Sometimes, during season, the Parks may remain closed for census. This is announced only 2-3 days prior. We are not responsible for cancellation of safari in such a case.
  • Refunds for safari, if any, will be transferred back to the agent and will not be handed over to guest.