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Rhinos of Kaziranga

A visit to Kaziranga National Park, in the north-eastern state of Assam, is the main highlight of this tour. But, before your tryst with one-horn rhinos in Kaziranga, you will visit some famous destinations across northeast India. Explore scenic beauty of the Himalayas, lush tea estates and beautiful monasteries at Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong. Experience the fascinating culture of the Northeast at Shilong and Pemayangtse.

15 Days / 13 Nights Guide Price from £2829^* pp
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Tour Nights

Kolkata: 2 nights
Darjeeling: 3 nights
Peymagatse: 1 nights
Gangtok: 2 nights
Kalimpong: 1 nights
Shillong: 2 nights
Kaziranga: 2 nights

Tour code: AWI35
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Private Tour

Tour At a Glance

Explore the cultural capital of India- Calcutta
Sample some delectable flavours of tea in Darjeeling
See the magnificent Tibetan Buddhist monastery- Rumtek Monastery
Gaze at the indigenous rhinoceros at Kaziranga National Park

Itinerary details

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Day 1 : UK to Kolkata (Calcutta)

Depart from UK an overnight flight to Kolkata.
Day 2 : Kolkata

Arrive in Kolkata, the city of Joy, and transfer to your hotel for two nights. Kolkata, the cultural capital of India and commercial capital of Eastern India, gained prominence with the arrival of the East India Company in 1690. It still has a Victorian imprint on its architecture and streets.
Day 3 : Kolkata

Early in the morning visit the flower market on the banks of river Hoogly in Howrah and take a boat cruise (optional). Afternoon city tour of Kolkata visiting the Victoria Memorial, the India Museum, and the Jain Temple with multi -coloured chandeliers and the Marble Palace, a one-man collection of art treasures.
Day 4 : Kolkata to Darjeeling

Fly to Bagdogra and drive to Darjeeling, the queen of the Himalayas. Stay for three nights.
Day 5 : Darjeeling

Early morning drive to Tiger Hill to see the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga range of the Himalayas. Return to Darjeeling via the Ghoom Buddhist Monastery. Option of taking a toy train journey (subject to its running). Afternoon visit to a local tea Estate.
Day 6 : Darjeeling

Afternoon a guided walking tour. Visit the Botanical Gardens, Tenzing’s House, the Mountaineering Institute and the colourful bazaars.
Day 7 : Darjeeling to Peymagatse

A panoramic drive to Peymagatse. Visit the famous Gompa founded in 1705. Explore the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding area. One night stay.
Day 8 : Peymagatse to Gangtok

After breakfast drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, a garden state lying at the foothills of the Kanchenjunga Mountains in a beautifully scenic setting. Two night stay.
Day 9 : Gangtok

Morning visit to Rumtek Monastery, the largest in Sikkim and noted for its carved and painted woodwork. Later visit the Enchey Monastery, Do-Drul Chorten, an imposing white stupa, and the Namgyalak Institute of Tibetology.
Day 10 : Gangtok to Kalimpong

A fascinating journey of winding roads and viewpoints to Kalimpong, another beautiful hill resort. The day is free to explore the orchid nurseries and the colourful bustling town with its churches and monasteries. Stay for one night.
Days 11-12 : Kalimpong to Shilong

Transfer to Bagdogra and fly to Guwahati. Drive to Shilong, a land of pines and fir. This beautiful hill resort (1500 meters) is set amidst hills and valleys, running brooks and waterfalls. Explore the town often referred to as the Scotland of the East with its cheerful music-loving people in their traditional tribal dresses. Stay for two nights.
Day 13 : Shilong to Kaziranga

Morning drive to Kaziranga National Park on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra river and famous for one-horned rhino. Other fauna includes wild buffalo, swamp deer wild elephant, tiger, badger and a variety of bird-life. Afternoon safari. Two night stay.
Day 14 : Kaziranga

Morning and afternoon safari by jeep.
Day 15 : Kaziranga to UK

Post breakfast at hotel in Kaziranga, drive towards Guwahati airport for your onward journey to UK with connecting flight in Kolkata with sweet memories.

Dates & Guide Prices

PERIOD OF TRAVEL
PRICE (PP)
SINGLE ROOM SUPP (PP)

16 Jan - 04 Feb
£2829^*
£1939^*
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16 Feb - 03 Apr
£2829^*
£1939^*
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PERIOD OF TRAVEL
PRICE (PP)
SINGLE ROOM SUPP (PP)

16 Jan - 04 Feb
£3069^*
£2179^*
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16 Feb - 03 Apr
£3069^*
£2179^*
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Extension

Bhubaneswar - ( 04 Nights ) (Day 15 to Day 19)

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Single Room Supp (pp)
16 Jan - 15 Apr

£479^*

£349^*

The capital of the Indian state of Orissa, Bhubaneswar, is famous across the world as the "Temple City of India." Multiple temples constructed in different era’s dot the horizon of this city and attract tourists and pilgrims alike in hordes. Experience here the wonders of mysticism and religion in the tinkling of the temple bells, in the sound of devotional hymns and in the light of the prayer lamp.

Day 1

To Bhubaneswar

Post breakfast, transfer to the airport and proceed towards your onward journey to Bhubaneswar and upon arrival, transfer to hotel for 1 night stay in Bhubaneswar. Read More

Day 2

To Puri

Begin your early morning journey for Puri. Visit Dhauli, Pipli and Raghurajpur en route. Upon arrival, check & in at hotel and proceed for a half & day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit Jagannath Temple and then relax at the golden beach of Puri in the evening. Read More

Day 3

To Bhubaneswar

After breakfast, drive back to Bhubaneswar and visit Yogini Temple on the way. Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar, check in at the hotel and proceed for the half day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit Tribal Museum and Khandagiri. Spend your evening at Ekamra Haat. Read More

Day 4

To Bhubaneswar, Kolkata

Post breakfast transfer to airport in Bhubaneswar to fly back to Kolkata. Read More

Day 5

To UK

Post breakfast, transfer to the International airport in Kolkata towards your onward journey to London with sweet memories. Read More

Assam - ( 03 Nights ) (Day 15 to Day 18)

Assam - the very mention of this word brings to one’s mind the delightful blend of culture, heritage, faiths and beliefs of the innumerous ethnic tribes and sub-tribes residing in this region. In fact, a mention of the rich tradition of the state, without referring to the diverse lifestyle, arts-crafts, fairs and festival of the people residing therein, would be as good as incomplete. Assam is gifted with lush green meadows, fertile plains, the enormous Brahmaputra River, the beautiful hills, the Blue Mountains, the wonderful looking tea plantations, the rich flora and fauna.