Visit Guwahati, India
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Guwahati, India
Guwahati, the gateway to the North East, is situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River.
The capital city of Assam, Guwahati was once called Pragjyotishpur - "the light of the East", a name given to it due to its importance as an astrological centre.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Guwahati
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Guwahati, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
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Cruising in Assam
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A journey across Bhutan
Bhutan
Places near Guwahati
- Manas National Park 59 miles away
- Assam 60 miles away
- Kaziranga National Park 108 miles away
- Gangtok 209 miles away
- Kalimpong 211 miles away
- Rinchenpong 220 miles away
- Darjeeling 223 miles away
Photos of Guwahati
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Ghats, Guwahati -
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Hugli River
Accommodation choices for Guwahati
We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Guwahati. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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RV Charaidew cruise boat
The Charaidew is a 38m long passenger boat which has been converted to offer 12 air conditioned en-suite cabins on the upper deck.
