Sojourn In Assam

This morning we take a tour of the tea plantations and factory. The town of Dibrugarh, which is situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, is known as the Tea City of India. Situated far to the north-east, this region is influenced by its proximity to Burma and Tibet, with seemingly endless mountain ranges and a rich tribal history quite different from the rest of India. You’ll meet fewer foreigners here, giving you unhindered opportunities to explore the region's lush tea estates, rice plantations and mountain ranges. Put the kettle on: Dibrugarh is the largest tea exporting town in the country. You can visit the Bogibeel Bridge the longest Rail cum Road bridge.

Today we take an excursion to the historic WWII famed Stilwell Road (Ledo-Burma Road) named after US General Stilwell and built as an alternative to the Japanese Burma Road to supply the Chinese during the Burma campaign. Later we travel to Jagun, a small rural village capturing the essence of country life in India. Along the way we make stops at the Commonwealth War Graves of Digboi, the Oil Museum - paying homage to India's first producing oil well, Ledo airstrip - another remnant of WWII, Tipong colliery and its steam-powered trains before finishing in Stilwell Heritage Park. This evening we take part in a traditional Bihu celebration and enjoy a local Assamese dinner. Overnight stay in Dibrugarh.

After breakfast, we start our onward journey to Sibsagar. Sibsagar is a state of Assam that provides various tourist attractions related to architectural marvels, history and culture. Shivsagar, the once capital of the Ahom Dynasty which ruled Assam for over 600 years until the arrival of the British. Located in the area are several ancient monuments, temples and palaces, all testament to the architectural skills of the Ahoms. Some of the most popular places here include a water tank called Bhorpukhuri along with Joysagar, a man-made lake, Ahom Museum, Rudrasagar tank and temples, Gaurisagar tank and temples. One can also visit the Kareng Ghar and the Rang Ghar. Overnight stay in Sibsagar.

After breakfast, we proceed to Hoollongapur Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary. Originally established in 1881 when the land was put aside for the purpose of preservation. The area is rich in biodiversity and is home to the Western Hoolock Gibbon, India's only gibbon. The area is also home to other members of the primate family such as the Stump Tailed Macaque, Rhesus Macaque, Northern Pig-tailed Macaque, Eastern Assamese Macaque and Capped Langur. The park is also home to Indian elephants, tigers, leopards, boar and 219 species of bird. Overnight stay at Gibbon Resort,

Before breakfast we go deep into the jungle for Gibbon sighting and enjoy the experience. After returning we have our breakfast and proceed to Kaziranga Sanctuary and after reaching there we check in Hotel. After lunch we move out for Jeep Safari at Central Range.(Rs.2500 Per Jeep and Entry fees is Rs100. Overnight Stay in Kaziranga.

After breakfast, we start our journey to Roing via Dambuk 375 km route. After check-in we rest for the night.

Today take an excursion to Majuli Island, India's largest river island and considered the largest in the world although others claim that mantle is held by Bananal Island in Brazil. Shortlisted by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site the Majuli island is only accessible by ferry, due to this inaccessibility the culture and uniqueness of the people have been preserved and offers visitors a fantastic chance to experience old customs still intact. On the island, we will visit the Vaishnovite monasteries, locally known as Satras and dating back to the 16th Century. We will also visit the agrarian Mishing tribal villages situated on the river banks before enjoying a local vegetarian lunch. Overnight stay in Majuli.

After breakfast, we proceed for Jorhat City, the second-largest city in the Assam region. Jorhat is surrounded by sprawling tea gardens and is home to the Tocklai Research Association, the largest and oldest tea research station in the world. Today spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay in Jorhat.

Hotel check-out and included onward transfer to airport as per schedule.