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Majuli Island, Assam

Cruising in Assam

13 days from CAD9,995pp
Majuli Island, Assam
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Tour highlights

  • Explore the old colonial capital of Calcutta.

  • Experience a relaxing cruise on the Brahmaputra.

  • Discover the fast disappearing Majuli river island.

  • Stay in a traditional Assamese tea bungalow.

  • Safari in Kaziranga National Park.

Price includes:

  • Private driver throughout your trip
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • Arrive in Calcutta, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Depending on the time of your flight, the remainder of the day is at your leisure.

    • Victoria Memorial, Calcutta
      Victoria Memorial, Calcutta
    • Pareshnath Jain Temple, Calcutta
      Pareshnath Jain Temple, Calcutta
    • St. Paul's Cathedral, Calcutta, India
      St. Paul's Cathedral, Calcutta, India

  • Explore the old colonial streets of Calcutta on a fascinating walking tour, or select a different tour to see an unusual side of the city.

    • Religious sculptures on Potters Lane, Calcutta
      Religious sculptures on Potters Lane, Calcutta
    • Potters Lane, Calcutta
      Potters Lane, Calcutta
    • Fish market, Calcutta, India
      Fish market, Calcutta, India

  • Fly from Calcutta to Guwahati and board your comfortable cruise boat. You will have the opportunity to tour Guwahati with guests from the cruise boat, before setting off along the Brahmaputra.

    • Temple carvings, Guwahati.
      Temple carvings, Guwahati.
    • Victoria Memorial, Calcutta, India
      Victoria Memorial, Calcutta, India
    • Calcutta
      Calcutta

  • Spend the day cruising along the Brahmaputra. Explore riverside villages, visit silk weaving workshops and a hilltop Muslim shrine.

    • Ghats, Guwahati
      Ghats, Guwahati
    • Hugli River
      Hugli River

  • Cruise deeper into Assam, visiting the poignant Commonwealth War Graves cemetery en route, as well as Peacock Island which is known for its population of golden langur monkeys.

  • Visit the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary this morning before disembarking your boat and making the journey to Kaziranga National Park. Relax this afternoon in your lodge — it's common to spot birds right on your private sit-out.

    • One-horned rhinos, Kaziranga National Park, India
      One-horned rhinos, Kaziranga National Park, India
    • Sunset in Kaziranga
      Sunset in Kaziranga
    • Swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India
      Swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India

  • Wake up in a beautiful lodge on the park's outskirts. Enjoy both morning and afternoon safaris in this protected area of Assam. Hopefully, you will spot one-horned rhino as well as deer, otters and turtles.

    • Kaziranga National Park, India
      Kaziranga National Park, India
    • One horned rhino, Kaziranga National Park, India
      One horned rhino, Kaziranga National Park, India
    • Herd of swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India
      Herd of swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India

  • Continue northeast today to Jorhat, where you will stay in a colonial bungalow for the next two nights. This afternoon you might like to take a walk through the local village near your hotel.

    • Herd of swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India
      Herd of swamp deer, Kaziranga National Park, India
    • One horned rhino calf, Kaziranga National Park
      One horned rhino calf, Kaziranga National Park
    • Wild Indian elephants in Kaziranga National Park
      Wild Indian elephants in Kaziranga National Park

  • Visit Majuli Island, the world’s largest river island, which is home to colourful monasteries, craft workshops and the Missing People. They also provide an excellent opportunity for bird watching.

  • Travel onwards to Dibrugarh via the ancient Ahom city of Sibsagar which you will visit en route. The temples are unique to this area and little visited — you're likely to have them to yourselves.

  • Explore the tranquil tea estates of Dibrugarh and learn the complex art of tea production. You will have the opportunity to meet some of the small tribal villages if you wish.

  • After a leisurely start to the day, fly back to Calcutta for your final night. Stay near the airport ready for your flight home tomorrow.

    • Cycle rickshaw, Calcutta
      Cycle rickshaw, Calcutta
    • Locksmith, Calcutta
      Locksmith, Calcutta
    • Indian Museum, Calcutta
      Indian Museum, Calcutta

  • Transfer to the airport for your international flight.

    • Howrah Bridge, Calcutta
      Howrah Bridge, Calcutta
    • Calcutta tradesmen
      Calcutta tradesmen
    • Calcutta street scene
      Calcutta street scene

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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When to go

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Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Calcutta
 
Guwahati
 
Kaziranga National Park
 

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