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HOTEL DETAILS: KAZIRANGA BON VILLA RETREAT / SIMILAR SHILLONG THE HABITAT / SIMILAR GUWAHATI HOTEL RAJMAHAL (VEG) / SIMILAR INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS: Tour Price Includes: · Accommodation as mentioned in hotel section · Meal Plan (as mentioned above) · Exclusive AC vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. (AC will not run in hill area) · All hotel taxes (as per itinerary) · Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only · 01 elephant safari once during the stay at Kaziranga National Park · 01 Jeep safari once during the stay at Kaziranga National Par Tour Price Excludes: · Air Fare / Train fare · Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porterage · Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary · Guide charges, Entry Fees & Camera Charges if any · VIP Darshan in Kamakhya Temple · Any cost arising due to natural calamities like cyclone, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client and directly payable on the spot) · Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure · Insurance · NOTE: Anything not mentioned in the inclusions is excluded. DETAILED ITINERARY: 1st Day - (Wednesday 11th March) : Guwahati Airport / Rly Station to Kaziranga - Transfer Approx Distance: 220 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hrs On arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station meet by our driver & transfer to Kaziranga National Park, the home of “One Horned Rhinoceros”, Check in at your hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Kaziranga. 2nd Day - (Thursday 12th March) : Kaziranga - National Park Safari Early morning explore any one zone of Kaziranga National Park on back of Elephant. Apart from the Rhino, other species found are Hog Deer, Swamp Deer, Wild Buffalo, Elephants and if you are lucky then tiger also. It is also home to pelicans, storks and darters as there are a number of water bodies inside the Park. Return to the resort for breakfast. Mid morning at leisure. In the afternoon enjoy jeep safari through the National Park later visit Kziranga Orchid Park. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Kaziranga. Important note: Elephant rides are all regulated and controlled by the forest Dept. Govt. of Assam. We do not have any control on the booking. Elephant ride & Jeep safari are subject to availability only. If time permitting, you may visit Kaipholangso Waterfall (also known as Kakochang Waterfall), located approximately 40 km away — about 1.5 hours’ drive each way. The visit can be arranged on an additional payment basis. + (Contd. 2nd Day) : Jeep Safari - Kaziranga National Park (Central/Kohra Range) - Safari - Indian The entry gate to the Central Range of Kaziranga National Park is situated in the Mihimukh area of Kohora. This range is Positioned between the Western and Eastern Ranges. A two-hour Jeep safari will offer you the spectacular views of the park's wildlife. You may see one-horned rhinos grazing or wallowing in the expansive grasslands, herds of elephants, and various other species of flora and fauna. The Central/Kohora Range, is particularly renowned for its tiger sightings, making this safari an exceptional experience for wildlife enthusiasts. For the Jeep Safari, entry is permitted between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, and from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. This schedule provides flexibility, allowing guests to begin their safari at any time within these designated hours. The duration of the safari is approximately two hours. + (Contd. 2nd Day) : Elephant Safari - Kaziranga National Park (Western - Bagori Range) - Elephant Ride - Indian The elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park, available exclusively in the morning, offers a unique and intimate wildlife experience. This hour-long journey begins at two points: Bagori in the Western Range and Mihimukh in the Central Range. The Western Safari Zone, particularly Bagori, is the most preferred for elephant safaris, as its landscape allows for incredibly close encounters with the park's famed one-horned rhinoceroses. Riding atop a majestic elephant through tall grasses, you can also spot other wildlife like tigers, deer, and a variety of birds. This safari offers a perfect vantage point to explore the diverse ecosystem and stunning landscapes of this UNESCO World Heritage site. 3rd Day - (Friday 13th March) : Kaziranga to Shillong - Transfer Approx Distance: 295 Km • Est. Travel Time: 7 hrs After breakfast proceed for Shillong (4,900 ft.), called ‘Scotland of the East”. Enroute visit Umium Lake, a majestic placid lake with its surrounding sylvan hills. On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Shillong. 4th Day - (Saturday 14th March) : Shillong to Cherrapunjee - Excursion Approx Distance: 60 Km • Est. Travel Time: 2 hrs After an early breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Cherrapunjee (4,400 ft.), renowned as one of the wettest places on earth. En route, stop to admire the cascading Elephanta Falls, soak in the breathtaking vistas from Mawdok–Dympep Valley Viewpoint, and explore the unique Garden of Caves. On arrival, witness some of Cherrapunjee’s most spectacular natural wonders including the majestic Nohkalikai Falls (the tallest plunge waterfall in India), the enchanting Nohsngithiang Falls (Seven Sisters Falls), and the fascinating limestone formations inside the Mawsmai Caves. In the evening, drive back to Shillong for an overnight stay at Shillong. 5th Day - (Sunday 15th March) : Shillong to Mawlynnong and Dawki - Excursion Approx Distance: 120 Km • Est. Travel Time: 4 hrs After early breakfast drive to Mawlynnong – “Asia’s Cleanest Village” (Closed on Sunday). Mawlynnong offers many interesting sights such as the living root bridge (Closed on Sunday) and another strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another small rock. Later proceed to Dawki, a small town near India Bangladesh border. Enjoy breathtaking view of the Umangot River. Evening drive back to Shillong. Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong. Note: Dawki is famous for its crystal-clear water, but clarity depends on weather and natural conditions. Sometimes the water may not be clear, which is beyond our control. 6th Day - (Monday 16th March) : Shillong to Guwahati - Transfer and Sightseeing Approx Distance: 100 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hrs After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Guwahati. On arrival check in at hotel, later visit Kamakhya Temple (Notes -Timing 08:00 A.M till 01:00 P.M & 3:00 P.M till its gets dark), Tirupati Balaji Temple, Nabagraha Temple, Assam State Museum (Closed on Monday), State Zoo cum Botanical Garden (Closed on Friday), Regional Science Centre and Sukreswar Temple (The 6th Jyotirlinga of Shiva). Overnight stay at Guwahati. 7th Day - (Tuesday 17th March) : Guwahati Hotel to Guwahati Airport / Rly Station - Transfer Via Kamakhya After breakfast visit Kamakhya Temple (Notes -Timing 08:00 A.M till 01:00 P.M & 3:00 P.M till its gets dark). Transfer to Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey. Note: Temple visit will depend on your departure time. It May be done on previous day