Road Trip To Tawang– Festival Special

This October, it’s time to tick off another dream destination in your bucket list!

Muddie Trails presents a road trip to Tawang famously know as the birthplace of Dalai Lama.
Located at a height of about 3048m, is known for Tibetan culture and beautiful monasteries.
It’s a place which will flatter you with its natural beauty wrapped in the scent of spirituality.
It’s a perfect getaway for mountain lovers who wish to escape the hectic city life and experience the charm and beauty of nature!

Schedule and itinerary:

Day 1 Sunday 21st Oct:

• Meet at the arrival terminal of Guwahati Airport before 2 PM.
• As we have a long a treacherous journey to make till Tawang, we quickly finish our lunch and start our journey and Reach Nagao/Tezpur by Night and setup of transit camp.
• We will enjoy the Assamese cuisine, sit by the campfire(Subject to availability) and gaze at a million stars and indulging in some enticing conversations.

Day 2 Monday 22nd Oct:

• Start an early day(5 am) and have quick breakfast at the campsite and head out on our journey into the mountains, the journey is long and straining but the view of lush green mountains make it all worth it.
• Reach Sangti Valley in Dhirang by Evening as a campsite set in the middle of the mountains awaits us.
• Enjoy sumptuous local brews, food with bonfire and loads of fun-filled conversations.

Day 3 Tuesday 23rd Oct:

• Shun away the travel fatigue with a lazy start to the day at the campsite and leave for Thembang at 10 Am after a sumptuous breakfast at the campsite.
• Thembang is an 11th Century fortified village which is now recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site.
• This village had a lot of historical significance even during the Sino-Indian Wars.
• The visuals from the mountaintop are sure to transport you into the realms of peace and tranquillity.
• Basing on the available time we will also make a visit to Dhirang Monastery and Hot water springs before we head back to the campsite to witness the exquisite cultural performances by locals over dinner.

Day 4 Wednesday 24th Oct:

• Post a quick breakfast at the campsite, we say goodbye to Sangi Valley and make our way to Tawang.
• Enroute we will witness the landscapes changing from Himalayan wetlands to dry Trans-Himalayan Range.
• We will also witness a barrage of Army vehicles and Army check-posts as we approach Sela Pass, the Highest point en route Tawang.
• We will have a quick stop at Sela pass for pictures and also experience the hospitality of Indian Army at their café.
• Reach Tawang by Evening as Stumptous Arunachali Cusine awaits us at our Hotel.

Day 5 Thursday 25th Oct:

• Start a day at 9.30 with a quick breakfast and head out to visit China!
• Yes! We will take the necessary permissions required from Army and head to BumLa pass the border post of India and China!
• On our way back we will also visit breathtakingly beautiful Sangetsar Lake and Ptso Lake.
• Evening we will visit the War Memorial and admire the gallant work of the Indian Army during the Sino-Indian wars.
• Reach back to our Hotel by evening for some delicious dinner over drinks and dinner.

Day 6 Friday 26th Oct:

• Let the Festivities began! Wake up to the sounds of drums and trumpets and witness the opening ceremony of the Tawang Festival with street carnival, masked dance performances, and cultural shows!!
• The vibe of the town sucks you into the lesser known Monpa Tibetan culture and well preserved Buddhist traditions.
• Post lunch, visit 700Yrs old Chakzam bridge and Kitpi Village and Buddha Park.
• Reach the Town back by evening and participate in more festivities, enjoying local food and drinks till late in the night!

Day 7 Saturday 27th Oct:

• Start an early day, have a sumptuous breakfast and visit the Tawang Monastery
• After soaking in the breathtaking views of the Monastery, come back to the hotel and check out to say goodbye to Tawang and its endearing hospitality.
• Reach Dhirang by night and call it an early night with a basic dinner at the monastery or any local eatery. To start an early day to Reach Guwahati

Day 8 Sunday 28th Oct:

• Wake up, enjoy breakfast and then pack your bags for the return journey to Guwahati.
• The long drive through dense forests will have numerous viewpoints, you could stop and admire the spots keeping track of time to reach Guwahati by Night.
• As our trip to the tranquil Tawang valley has come to end, reach the Homestay by night and recollect the tales and memories while browsing umpteen number of pictures clicked, and call it a night as late as you want basing on your flight time the next day morning. 

Note: 

Arunachal is a special state and it’s a prerequisite to applying for ILP prior to our arrival. MT Will get it done online on prior submission of all necessary documents by the guests. Otherwise, guests would be required to obtain their ILPs at their own cost and convenience. For more details visit www.arunachalilp.com

MT will not be responsible for any cost arising due to natural calamities like a landslide, road blockage, political disturbance (strikes), or the line which are beyond MTs control etc.