North East Tour Packages

Discover the Unseen: A Complete Guide to North East India Travel

The eight states in the northeastern region (NER) of India, also known as the Seven Sisters and their brother, are renowned for their natural beauty and adventure tourism. These states feature some remote and breathtaking destinations that draw you in. Although often referred to as a single region, these eight states are bordered by the Himalayan Range and are home to a wealth of ancient tribal stories. Many timeless monasteries, dense forests with the echo of the Hornbill, and the sound of swaying bamboo will give you the ultimate experience of the Northeast. If you're more into exploration and traveling to the edge of the map, then these states are a perfect mix of nature and culture that touch the sky.

At My Tour Plans, we create packages to provide you with the complete North East India experience. Our package will not only provide you with an itinerary, but also let you experience, explore, and be present in the moment.
 

Top Places to Visit in North East India

There is a story behind every state of the Northeast. From the white frozen lake of Sikkim to the living root bridges of Meghalaya, these aren’t the places you pass through; they are places that stay with you. 

Arunachal Pradesh – Where the Sun Rises First

Arunachal isn’t made for tourists. It moves at its own pace. The roads are rough, people are quiet, and the land feels older than the maps. No one’s in a rush. You don’t visit to see the sights. You come to be left alone, breathe clean air, and remember what stillness feels like.

• Tawang – Small, cold, and silent. The monastery is old but still active. Monks live here. Shops close early. Nights are empty, not because it's deserted, but because that's just how it is.
• Ziro – Wooden homes, wide open fields. Apatani people live here without putting on a show. During the music festival, outsiders come in, but the place stays the same.
• Bomdila – Fog comes in most mornings. You see kids going to school with their hands in their pockets. Small shops sell basic stuff. There’s not much noise. That’s the good part.
• Dirang – A stop between places. It doesn’t ask for attention. Hot springs nearby, clean air, and simple rooms with warm food. You rest here, and somehow that feels like enough.
• Sela Pass – High up. Cold wind. Flags flutter hard in the silence. You stop to look — not because there’s something to do, but because you know you won’t see something like this again.
   

Assam – Tea Gardens and River Tales

Assam doesn’t try to impress you. It stays grounded. The land is flat and green. People go on with their lives even if you’re watching. You come here to slow down. To take a boat. To sit under the shade. To do nothing and feel okay with that.

• Kaziranga – Tall grass and quiet guides. Jeeps take you through muddy tracks. Sometimes you see rhinos. Sometimes you don’t. The forest doesn’t owe you anything.
• Majuli – A river island that’s falling apart slowly, but people still live, farm, and pray here. Monks paint masks, and temples feel like homes. The land disappears a little every year, but no one’s in a hurry to leave.
• Jorhat – Tea gardens stretch far. Workers walk slowly with baskets on their backs. You can walk too if you want, but most just sit and look.
• Guwahati – Crowded, fast, and hot. But the river slows everything down in the evening. You sit by the Brahmaputra, and nothing else seems urgent.
   

Meghalaya – Land of Clouds and Bridges

Meghalaya doesn’t talk loudly. It’s always covered in mist. You walk here because roads can’t reach everything. The rain doesn’t stop things. It just becomes part of the plan. There’s no rush, no plan. Just walking, eating, watching water fall from hills.

• Cherrapunjee – It is wet almost every day. Narrow roads. Long walks to waterfalls. The living root bridges aren’t made for show. Locals still use them like roads.
• Shillong – A little more lively. Cafes, traffic, music. People wear jackets even when it’s not cold. It feels part old, part young.
• Mawsynram – Heaviest rainfall. But that’s not the point. You visit because people live here anyway, farming and drying clothes under tin roofs.
   

Nagaland – The Tribal Soul

Nagaland is sharp. Hills cut into the sky. People speak clearly and dress with intent. It’s not trying to welcome you, but if you’re respectful, you’ll be remembered. The roads are bumpy, the food is different, and the stories are strong.

• Kohima – Small, hilly capital. War cemetery, quiet streets, and locals dressed sharply. If you’re there during the Hornbill Festival, it’s busy. If not, it’s just still.
• Khonoma – Known as India’s first green village. Simple homes, strict about forest protection. Not touristy. Just clean, quiet, and firm in its rules.
• Dzükou Valley – Hike up, and you see nothing for miles. Just grass and fog. Flowers bloom in season, but even without them, it feels like you’re walking into a story.
   

Manipur – Still, Strong, and Proud

Manipur doesn’t open up easily. It holds its ground. The air is lighter here, but the history is heavy. You won’t find flashy tourism boards or crowds. You’ll find hills, lakes, and people who’ve seen a lot but say very little. If you’re quiet, you’ll understand more.

• Imphal – Wide streets, clean air. The market run by women is calm but fierce. You walk around and realize this isn’t a show — this is daily life.
• Loktak Lake – A strange, quiet lake with floating islands. Fishermen move slowly. The lake is big but never feels rushed. You just sit and watch.
• Kangla Fort – History sits here in silence. No crowds, no noise. Just walls and stillness. You feel it more than you see it.
   

Mizoram – Hills That Don’t End

Mizoram is folded into hills. Everything here is either up or down. Roads twist like thoughts. Houses are built on slopes, and you wonder how they stay up. But they do. Life here is clean, fast, and orderly. People don’t stare, they nod and move on.

• Aizawl – Houses cling to hills like vines. The city moves fast but speaks softly. Cafes play gospel music. The streets are steep. Everything feels above the clouds.
• Champhai – Vineyards and border views. You’re close to Myanmar, and it shows. The pace is slow, and people wave at strangers.
• Hmuifang – Forests and open space. You walk through silence. Trees don’t lean, they stand tall like the people here.
   

Tripura – Small State, Long Memory

Tripura often gets skipped, and maybe that’s why it stays real. It's not loud. It’s more like a whisper you lean in to hear. There’s greenery, palaces, old temples, and lakes — all without crowds. You’re not being sold anything here. You just arrive, and the state lets you be.

• Agartala – Quiet capital. The palace is pastel-colored and soft on the eyes. No rush, no chaos. Locals are helpful, not pushy.
• Neermahal – A palace in the middle of a lake. Feels forgotten, like time stopped. You reach it by boat, and it’s better that way.
• Unakoti – Carvings in stone, in the middle of the forest. No signs, no queues. Just art, hidden in trees.
   

Sikkim – Clean, Kind, and Cold

Sikkim is orderly. The streets are clean, people follow rules, and even the mountains seem to stand with discipline. Monasteries hum in the background, and the sky changes colors fast. You come here to breathe different air and see a state that’s small but sure of itself.

• Gangtok – the Cleanest hill town you’ll find. People don’t litter. There are rules, and people follow them. Cafes play soft music. Prayer flags hang over roads.
• Tsomgo Lake – Frozen in winter, blue in summer. It’s quiet even with tourists. Yaks walks slowly. The wind carries silence.
• Yumthang Valley – High altitude, low noise. Rhododendrons bloom, and rivers run. It’s not for selfies. It’s for standing still and just being you.
   

Top Things to Do in North East India

The region doesn’t push for your attention. It just waits. Whether you're chasing a thrill or silence, North East India gives you both, without fuss.

Adventure Activities

• Trekking in Sikkim and Nagaland – Dzongri and Dzükou feel untouched. No crowds, just wind and trail.
• Caving in Meghalaya – Siju and Liat Prah aren’t tourist-ready. They’re dark, raw, and deep.
• Rafting on the Brahmaputra – At Pasighat or Nameri, the current takes control. You hold on.
• Motorbiking in Arunachal – Sela and Bum La aren’t easy roads. They test your grip and your gut.
• Ziplining in Meghalaya – Mawkdok doesn’t look high until you’re mid-air. Then it hits. 

Cultural Immersion

• Hornbill Festival (Nagaland) – You eat, listen, watch, and get pulled in. Nothing feels staged.
• Monasteries in Arunachal and Sikkim – Tawang and Rumtek don’t explain themselves. They just exist.
• Markets in Shillong and Imphal – Bara Bazaar and Ima Keithel are loud, earthy, and full of life.
• Dance or cook with locals – In homestays, you're not a guest. You're just part of the room. 

Educational and Heritage Sites

• WWII Cemeteries in Kohima and Imphal – Quiet grounds, heavy names, and lost stories.
• Tribal Museums in Khonoma and Ziro – These places show the roots without filters.
• Unakoti and Tripura Sundari Temples – Rock and myth meet in still corners. 

Wildlife & Nature Escapes

• Kaziranga (Assam) – Rhinos graze like nothing can touch them. Jeeps keep their distance.
• Namdapha (Arunachal) – Wild, thick, and not for beginners. Nature runs deep here.
• Keibul Lamjao (Manipur) – A floating park, and deer you won’t see anywhere else.
• Birding in Eaglenest – No noise. Just calls, wings, and stillness. 

Spiritual Retreats

• Meditate in Bomdila or Pelling – Peace doesn’t need a reason here.
• Attend tribal prayer in Nagaland or Mizoram – Watch quietly, feel more than you understand.
• Walk pilgrim trails – Around Tawang or near Sikkim’s sacred lakes, the silence says enough.
   

How to Reach North East India (From Major Indian Cities)

Getting to North East India has become easier, with better rail and air connections. Here's how to reach the region from major cities across India:

Local Transport Tips:

• Most interior areas are connected via state-run buses and shared jeeps.

• For remote locations like Ziro or Dzükou, expect long road journeys.

• Hiring local guides or taxis is recommended in tribal zones.
   

Best Time to Visit North East India

While the region is gorgeous year-round, each season offers a different shade of beauty:

• Winter (Nov – Feb): Ideal for snowfall in Sikkim, festivals in Nagaland and Assam, and crisp weather.

• Spring (Mar-Apr): Bloom season; perfect for treks and flower valleys in Sikkim and Arunachal.

• Monsoon (Jun-Sep): Lush landscapes are best for Meghalaya waterfalls; however, landslides are common in some areas.

• Autumn (Oct – Nov): Festive time with Hornbill, Durga Puja, and local harvest fairs.
   

Travel Tips for First-Timers

• Inner Line Permits (ILP): Required for Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Mizoram. Available online or at entry points.

• Respect Local Customs: Tribal areas might restrict photography or entry during rituals.

• Cash over Cards: ATMs are limited in remote areas. Carry sufficient cash, especially in villages.

• Connectivity: Mobile networks may be weak. BSNL and Airtel perform best in remote hills.

• Stay Duration: To explore, plan for at least 2–3 weeks across different states. Shorter trips should focus on just one or two states.
   

Final Thoughts — Why North East India Should Be on Your Travel List

There’s something about North East India that resists being captured in just photographs. The hills hum their music. The people, though proud and rooted, open up with a rare warmth. And while the world rushes, the rhythm here is slower enough to let you breathe differently. Whether you want to chase adventure through bamboo forests or lose yourself in the prayer chants of a mountaintop monastery, the North East doesn't just give you a trip. It gives you a transformation.

Ready to explore North East India?
Start by choosing one state — maybe the misty valleys of Meghalaya or the unexplored beauty of Arunachal. And then let the land guide you. You won’t come back the same.