- Discover Kolkata’s colonial landmarks, lively markets, and riverside temples, with a scenic boat ride on the Hooghly River.
- Explore Sundarban National Park on game drives and boat safaris through the mangroves, home to crocodiles and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.
- Stroll through a tea estate, learn about the production, and sample rich, malty Assam teas.
- Experience thrilling jeep safaris in Kaziranga National Park to try and spot the one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, and a variety of birdlife.
- Discover Majuli Island, the world’s largest river island, with its monasteries, stilted villages, and vibrant traditions.
- Step back in time in Sivasagar, exploring temples, palaces, and amphitheatres.
- Enjoy a traditional dance performance by Assam’s tea tribes.
Tour of North East India - Tea Plantations & National Parks
14 Day Private tour | Bed & Breakfast in Kolkata, full board elsewhere
From £4,490 per person
Discover magnificent wildlife including Bengal tigers and the one horned rhinoceros on jeep safaris at 2 National Parks, marvel at the expanse of the River Brahmaputra, relish the natural beauty of lush valleys and Assam’s tea growing slopes, learn more about the culture with visits to local villages and historic monuments and enjoy the magic of Kolkata on this wonderful tour of North East India.
All our private tours are fully customisable to suit your needs. This tour of North East India itinerary is simply a starting point to inspire your travel plans.
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Highlights of the Grand Tour of North East India – Tea Plantations & National Parks
Grand Tour of North East India – Tea Plantations & National Parks Itinerary
Vidyasagar Setu Bridge, Kolkata, West Bengal
Arrive at Kolkata International Airport and settle into The Oberoi Grand, a luxury hotel in the heart of the city. Kolkata is a vibrant metropolis where colonial architecture, bustling markets, and cultural heritage blend seamlessly. Explore the colourful flower market, take a boat ride along the Hooghly River, and admire landmarks such as Victoria Memorial, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the Indian Museum, one of India’s largest. For a more local perspective, wander through the lively new Kolkata market or enjoy the hotel’s exceptional facilities and fine dining.
Accommodation: The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
Royal Bengal Tiger, Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal
Travel to Godkhali Boat Jetty and embark on a journey to Sundarban National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its mangrove forests and Bengal tigers. Cruise along gentle creeks and rivers, spotting endemic birds and wildlife. Experience the canopy walk at Dobanki Watch Tower and continue along the River Matla with optional visits to Jharkhali Watch Tower or the tiger rescue centre. Explore the Butterfly Garden and the nearby village of Dayapur to encounter local crafts, cuisine, and daily life in this unique landscape. Evenings feature traditional dinners and wildlife films, giving a complete sense of the region’s rich biodiversity.
Accommodation: Sundarban Jungle Camp
Mangrove Forest, Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal
There is time for another short boat ride through the creeks this morning before an early lunch.
You will then be transferred by boat back to Godkhali where you will be met by your driver and taken to your hotel in Kolkata by car.
Accommodation: The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
Meals included: Breakfast
Wild Mahseer at Addabarie Tea Estate, Tezpur
Fly to Guwahati and drive to Tezpur, nestled among Assam’s tea estates. This serene destination offers a chance to relax amidst verdant landscapes and enjoy the warm hospitality of your lodge. Participate in a tea tasting session at Addabarie Tea Estate, sampling local blends and learning about Assam’s world-renowned teas.
Approximate travel time and distance: 4 hours 30 mins
Accommodation: Wild Mahseer Lodge, Tezpur
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
A short drive from Tezpur brings you to Kaziranga National Park, a sanctuary for the one-horned rhinoceros and other wildlife. Explore the park on jeep safaris through grasslands, wetlands, and forests, with excellent chances to spot elephants, rhinos, and diverse birdlife.
Safaris cover the Eastern, Central, and Western Zones, offering a full perspective on this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Accommodation: Diphlu River Lodge, Kaziranga
Mask Making, Majuli Island
Travel to Nimati Ghat and cross via ferry to Majuli Island, the world’s largest freshwater river island, home to neo-Vaishnavite culture. Visit Kamalabari Satra and Samuguri Satra, the latter famed for traditional mask-making, and explore a Mishing village.
Continue to Jorhat, the gateway to Assam’s tea heartland, where visits include local tea estates and the Tocklai Experimental Centre, highlighting tea cultivation and processing. Enjoy tastings and discover the stories behind Assam’s iconic teas.
Accommodation: Thengal Manor, Jorhat
Travel from Jorhat to Dibrugarh via Sivasagar, the historical capital of the Ahom rulers. In Sivasagar, visit the Rang Ghar, also known as the royal observatory, the Shiva and Vishnu Temples, and the Sivasagar Water Tank. After lunch, continue to Dibrugarh and explore the surrounding tea gardens with an expert taster, learning to evaluate teas for aroma, taste, and strength. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dance performance by the local tea tribes. Fly back to Kolkata for your final night.
Accommodation: Mancotta Chang Bungalow, Dibrugarh
In plenty of time you will be taken to Kolkata Airport to board your return flight.
Alternatively if you have time you could extend your holiday with a beach extension, a tour of South India or a trip to the Himalayas.
Meals included: Breakfast
Sights to enjoy on the Grand Tour of North East India – Tea Plantations & National Parks
Grand Tour of North East India – Tea Plantations & National Parks Hotels
Pricing and Inclusions
Price Guide:
From £4,490 per person. This tour is available from November – April only.
Prices are based on two guests sharing and exclude international flights. These are guideline rates and may vary depending on travel dates, room category, exchange rate fluctuations, and peak holiday periods such as Christmas, New Year, or regional festivals.
What’s Included in Your Tailor-Made Journey with Authentic India Tours:
- A dedicated Travel Consultant to plan, manage, and oversee every aspect of your holiday from start to finish
- Private car and driver throughout your journey for all transfers and sightseeing tours, offering comfort, flexibility and convenience.
- Economy class flight tickets for Kolkata to Guwahati and from Dibrugarh to Kolkata. (Please be aware that the luggage allowance on all domestic flights is only 15 kg per person. You will have the option to buy an extra 5 kg or 10 kg as required).
- Accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis in Kolkata, with full board for the rest of the tour.
- Expert English-speaking local guides who bring each destination to life with insight, stories and cultural context.
- A curated selection of unique and meaningful experiences, handpicked by our expert team for their authenticity and depth.
- Entrance fees to all museums, monuments, national parks and historical sites are included in your itinerary.
- 24/7 in-country support, ensuring peace of mind and assistance whenever you need.
All the holidays on this website are ABTA protected. If you would like us to arrange flights, they will also be ATOL protected.
For a quote based on your dates of travel, any alternative accommodation or changes to this itinerary, please call us on 01792 315499 or email us at info@aitholidays.com
