Why To Do Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh Trip ?

Tawang Tour Package is the most adventurous experiences in north-eastern state of India. It has borders with Assam and Nagaland to the south, and shares international borders with Bhutan in the west, Burma in the east and China in the north. It is predominantly a hilly region located in the Himalayan foothills. It covers an area of 83,743 square kilometers, making it the largest state in northeast India. Land covers 98% of the geographical area, with 80% of that being forest cover and only 2% being water. The Brahmaputra River is fed by a number of river systems in the region, including those from the upper Himalayas and the Patkoi and Arakan Ranges.

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Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Things To Carry

Is This Trek/Trip Safe

FAQs

Map

Overview

Tawang Tour Package

Embark Tawang Tour on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh with this thoughtfully crafted Tawang tour package. Starting from Guwahati, travel through the picturesque plains of Assam and into the serene mountains of tawang, Arunachal Pradesh. Experience the charming town of Dirang before heading to Tawang, a destination that offers a perfect mix of natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical significance.

Visit stunning high-altitude marvels of tawang tour package like Sela Pass, Sela Lake, and Bumla Pass, which provide striking views of the Indo-China border and the majestic eastern Himalayan range. During Tawang tour package you can explore serene lakes such as Sangestar (Madhuri) Lake and PTso Lake, surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes. Immerse yourself in Tawang’s rich cultural heritage by visiting the renowned Tawang Monastery, the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama at Urgelling Monastery, and the ancient Chagzam Bridge. Pay homage at the Tawang War Memorial, a tribute to Indian soldiers, and enjoy its mesmerizing Light and Sound Show.

On the return journey from the tawang tour pacakge, stop at the magnificent Jung Waterfall and explore Dirang’s hidden gems, including the 100 Manes Stupa and Thembang heritage village. This Tawang tour package is perfect for anyone seeking a mix of adventure, spirituality, and natural beauty, making it a truly memorable experience. Below get the best tawang tour package.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Guwahati | Drive to Dirang (295km, 8hrs)

After the group assembles at the pickup point in Guwahati (8am in the morning), directly start your drive towards Dirang. This is going to be a long journey but a fun one crossing the beautiful plains of Assam, entering Arunachal. The views are going to be splendid.
Stop on the way for snacks or breakfast. After a hearty breakfast, restart your journey. Your ILPs are going to get checked in the entry points of the state.
By afternoon, you will be already past halfway towards Dirang. Stop by and have lunch. Click pictures and reach Dirang by evening. Check-in at your property, have dinner and call it a day.
You are requested to not waste much time and energy on the first day itself (although we know you will be awestruck by the beauty around), as the following days are going to be magical and you will need your full energy to enjoy.

Please note: If you are arriving on the day of trip start, make sure to book an early morning flight.

Day 02 :

Drive from Dirang to Tawang (140km, 6-7hrs)

On the way, your first stop is Sela pass located at 13,700ft. and is the vital link between West kameng and Tawang districts. Get down from your car and have tea, Maggie in the army canteen, clicking pictures in front of the welcoming gate of Tawang, enjoying the serene beauty of Sela lake.
Your next stop is the Jaswant Garh war memorial dedicated to the soldier Jaswant Singh Rawat who bravely fought against the Chinese army continuously for 3 consecutive days before being martyred.
After a good breakfast, start your drive towards Tawang. Although its a journey of about 140km, there will be multiple stop points for sightseeing, hence you will be arriving Tawang in the evening.
On reaching Tawang, checkin at your property where you will stay. Rest for sometime and then you can walk around the lanes, cafe hopping if you wish to. Have dinner and call it a day.

Day 03 :

Visit Bumla pass | Drive back to Tawang

After an early breakfast, you will drive to Bumla pass, which offers a striking view of Indo-China border and one of the most offbeat high pass motor-able roads of India located at 15,200ft.
The entire road to Bumla pass you will witness numerous bunkers, artillery practice by army and snowcapped mountains all around. This is also the highest artillery base of India.
On return, stop at Sangestar lake, also known as Madhuri lake (The film Koyla was shot where SRK and Madhuri dixit enacted). Then visit the PTso lake nestled amidst the eastern Himalayan range. These two high altitude lakes of India offers magnificent view of the landscape.
Return to Tawang and rest at the hotel for rest of the evening. Have dinner and call it a day.

Day 04 :

Tawang local exploration

After a hearty breakfast, head out Tawang local sightseeing. Pay a visit to Asia's second largest and India's largest monastery- The Tawang monastery. Get mesmerised by the awesome beauty of the architecture and landscape of the monastery.
Next, visit the Urgelling monastery-one of the oldest Gompa and the birthplace of 6th Dalai Lama. Visit the 600years old iron bridge known as the Chagzam bridge.
After lunch, visit the giant Buddha statue and then the Tawang war memorial, which is a shrine dedicated to the Indian martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the Indo-China War. You'll also watch the Light and Sound show that is organized in the memorial every evening.
Later, head to hotel and rest for the day.

Day 05 :

Drive from Tawang to Dirang (140km, 5hrs)

After your last breakfast in Tawang, start your return to Dirang.
En-route, stop by the magnificent Jung waterfall (Nuranang waterfall). You can spend sometime here clicking pictures and exploring nearby areas.
On reaching Dirang, check-in at your stay property and unwind for the day.

Day 06 :

Dirang local sightseeing

After a wholesome breakfast, head for local sightseeing of Dirang. First, head backwards from Dirang town about 30km to witness the 100 manes or stupas perched at the height of 10,000ft surrounding a giant Buddha statue. From here, you can also see the peaks of Mt. Kangto and Gorichen on a clear day.
Return back to Dirang and head to Dirang monastery, also known as Thupsung Dhargye monastery. Have lunch and head to Thembang village consisting of about 20 families only living in the remains of a fort in houses built with stones. This is a UNESCO recognised heritage village.
Head back to your stay and rest for the day.

Day 07 :

Drive from Dirang to Guwahati | Drop at Guwahati airport (293km, 8hrs)

After an early breakfast, it's time to bid goodbye to this amazing journey through eastern Himalayas.
Head back to Guwahati. You will have lunch on the way. On reaching, you will be dropped at Guwahati airport from where you fly back to your home with a bag full of memories from the land of dawn-lit-mountain.

Please Note: Book a late night flight if you are returning home on the same day the trip ends.

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Where is Tawang located?

The tiny Tawang town is located in the North-Eastern State of Arunachal Pradesh and nearly 446 Km from the State Capital Itanagar, stationed at an elevation of 10,000 ft. is one of the most visited places in the whole State.

Is there proper network coverage in Tawang?

The area of Tawang has a good network coverage, with most places offering uninterrupted connectivity. Although areas in proximity to the border may experience reduced or no connectivity, BSNL still manages to provide some network support in those regions. Moreover, Airtel, Vodafone, Jio, and other providers function effectively in the area, ensuring reliable calling and efficient mobile data usage. This proves particularly beneficial for tasks such as accessing directions and navigating locations in Tawang.

How can we travel to Tawang from Guwahati on our North East Tour?

Tawang has located 445 Km from Guwahati so it is not possible to cover the distance by road on a single day and requires a 1-night stay at Bhalukpong and Dirang before finally reaching Tawang?

What kind of accommodation is available in Tawang during our North East Package Tour?

Tawang being a popular tourist destination offers its tourists with numerous hotels and homestay options to choose from, which is equipped with basic amenities and tries to offer the maximum possible comfort to its tourist.

Which cellular network is better to carry in Tawang during our North East Tour Package?

Tawang covers almost every known cellular network like BSNL, Vodafone, and Airtel, so it’s better to carry at least one Sim card from the mentioned names on your North East Tour.

Which Lake in India is known as the Bermuda Triangle of India?

Nawang Yang Lake located on the border of Arunachal Pradesh and Myanmar is known as the Bermuda Triangle of India. The lake is also known as the “Lake of No Return”. Originally known as “Nawang Yang Lake” by the local Tangsa tribe, the lake is often regarded as haunted and local people generally avoid it. Some mysterious activity and loss of human lives in the lake has claimed this fame to the lake. Often visited by the curious traveler, this 1,4 km span lake offer some spectacular view of itself and its surroundings.

What kind of food to expect during our Tawang tour?

Just like the whole of India, Rice is the staple food throughout Arunachal Pradesh along with other vegetables and meat served as side dishes. The people of Tawang love to use more dairy products and eat boiled or smoked vegetables and fish with extra chilies, but less fried stuff.

Which month is best to visit Tawang Tour?

Generally, the summer months from April, May, and June are believed to be the best to tour this mesmerizing Tawang town whereas July, August, and September receive moderate to heavy rainfall leading to upsets of the mobility of this region. For snow lovers, December and January are the best to see a whitewashed Tawang town.