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Arunachal Tribal Travel
Duration: 18 Nights / 19 Days
Places Covered : Kolkata – Tejpur - Bomdila – Tawang - Dirang – Itanagar - Zero – Along - Passighat - Dibrugarh - Longding - Khonsa - Kolkata
Day 01 Arrive Kolkata
Upon arrival at the international airport you will be received and transferred to your hotel in the city.
Day 02 Kolkata
In the morning after your breakfast at the hotel you will be taken out on a guided city tour of Kolkata that would include a visit to the Kali Temple, which is dedicated to the patron goddess of the city. The whole area is a busy place and it is a marvelous area to get a feel for the city, meet and talk to people; Sishu Bhavan, one of Mother Teresa’s many homes for the underprivileged; art museums and private galleries at the Victoria memorial, Later continue towards the potters village of Kumarthuli (time permitting). The Kumars, or potters, who live in the area make the life size deities that are worshipped throughout the year Return to your hotel and retire early.
Day 03 Kolkata – Tezpur
In time transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Tezpur in north eastern state of Assam. Situated on the banks of river Brahmaputra, this town known for its natural beauty and fascinating archaeological ruins, is the headquarters of district Sonitpur. Undulating green valleys surrounded by the lofty hills and snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, and lush tea gardens render Tezpur a tourist's delight. Tezpur was known as Sonitpur in the olden days and is a city steeped in mythology, legend and folklore. The legend revolves around Banasura, the great Asura king, his beautiful daughter Usha and her friend Chitralekha. The ancient Sonitpur was the capital of the Asura dynasty. The princess saw a handsome prince in her dreams and fell in love with him. Chitralekha, a talented artist, not only painted his portrait from Usha's description but recognised
him to be Aniruddha, the grandson of Lord Krishna and ruler of Dwarka. Using her magical powers, Chitralekha spirited Aniruddha away to the princess' boudoir where the two married each other according to Gandharva rites, without the knowledge of the king. When Banasura learnt of the clandestine romance, he imprisoned Aniruddha, which led to the arrival of Lord Krishna to Sonitpur to rescue his grandson. A fierce battle followed and the entire city was drenched in human blood, hence the name Sonitpur. In the battle of Lord Krishna and Banasura, Bana was defeated and the lovers were united forever.
Day 04 Tezpur – Bomdila
Today en route to Bomdila visit the small villages of Seppa and Rupa where you will get an opportunity to meet with Khowa and Sherdukpan tribes. Overnight at hotel Siphyang Phong.
Day 05 Bomdila – Tawang
Drive to Tawang via Sela Pass at a height of 14000 ft above sea level - beautiful landscape with a placid lake called the Paradise Lake. Enroute have an interface with the Monpa Tribes. Overnight at Tawang Inn / Hotel Buddha or similar, Tawang.
Day 06 Tawang
Visit the famous 17th century Tawang Monastery at a height of 10,200 ft, this is the most important monastery in the northeastern India since the sixth Dalai lama was born here. The Tawang monastery has an interesting collection of ancient thankas and a large gilded statue of Sakyamuni in the prayer hall. Evening free to explore Tawang town. Overnight at Tawang Inn / Hotel Buddha or similar.
Day 07 Tawang – Dirang
Drive to Dirang in the morning after your breakfast. Visit the Dirang Dzong – administrative part of the village. Interaction with Mompa Tribes and watch them working on the Water Mills. Overnight in Hotel Pemaling.
Day 08 Dirang – Itanagar
Drive to Itanagar. Visit the Gompa at Itanagar. The grounds of the temple offers a beautiful view of the Itanagar Town and The Ganga Sagar Lake. Overnight at Arun Subansiri/Blue Pine at Itanagar.
Day 09 Itanagar – Zero
Drive to Zero on the way visiting the interesting Tribal group of Nishyis. Overnight at Hotel Blue Pine.
Day 10 Zero
Visit the Apatani villages in and around Zero. They are of Tibetan origin, their language belongs to the Tibeto-Burman family. Most Apatanis are loyal followers of the Donyi-Polo faith, who pray to an array of spirits and souls for blessing. The dress of the Apatanis is elaborate and colorful, yet simple in style. Tattooing and the stuffing of large nose plugs were once popular among the women.
Day 11 Zero – Daporijo
Drive to Daporizo on the way meet the Hill Miris tribes and visit their village. Overnight at Dumporizo Circuit House.
Day 12 Daporijo – Along
Drive to Along after visiting the Tagin Villages. Overnight at Holiday Cottage in Along.
Day 13 Along – Passighat
In the morning en route to Passighat visit of the Adi Galo & Minyong Tribal villages. Overnight at Hotel Oman in Passighat.
Day 14 Passighat – Dibrugarh
Today cross the river Brahmaputra on board a ferry and drive to Dibrugarh. Overnight at Hotel East End, Dibrugarh.
Day 15 Dibrugarh – Longding
Drive to Longding. Overnight at Circuite House.
Day 16 Longding
Visit of Wancho Tribal Groups in Longding area.
Day 17 Longding – Khonsa
Drive to Lazu to see the Nocte tribal Group & later on drive to Khonsa. Overnight at Circuit House.
Day 18 Khonsa – Dibrugarh
Drive to Dibrugarh this morning and upon arrival check in to your hotel.
Day 19 Dibrugarh – Kolkata
In time get transferred to the airport for your flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival direct transfer to the international terminal for your flight back home.
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