Northeast India is the easternmost region of India comprising of eight states – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura. The region shares an international border with several neighbouring countries – Tibet Autonomous Region, China, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan.

The land of charismatic beauty, of ruddy mountains and beguiling picturesque charm, of glistening streams and pristine valleys, of the dense green forests and revelling bounteous nature, North- East also known as Seven Sister States teeters on the farthest brink of the country.

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History

The earliest settlers in North East India may have been Austroasiatic languages and Tibeto-Burman languages speakers from Southeast Asia, followed by Tibeto-Burmese from China and by 500 B.C. The northeastern states were established during the British Raj of the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Seven Sister States is a popular term for the contiguous states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura prior to inclusion of the state of Sikkim into the North Eastern Region of India.

 

Languages

Northeast India has over 220 ethnic groups and equal number of dialects in which Bodo form the largest indigenous ethnic group.

Northeast India constitutes a single linguistic region within the Indian national context, with about 220 languages in multiple language families that share a number of features that set them apart from most other areas of the Indian subcontinent. Some of the dominant languages are Assamese, Nagamese, Bodo, Deori, Khasi, Meitei while Nepali is dominant in Sikkim.

Culture and Clothing

People of North East have a strong affinity to their race, ethnicity & have strong inclination for preservation of the same.In the rural areas, where people reside in their particular ethnic group, there are stringent rules, customs and traditions to be followed & flouting them is taken very seriously.As the people belong to the lesser developed part of the country, their basic culture & beliefs are intact & there is less proliferation of modernity in their values. They have rich cultural heritage bonds which give them a sense of exclusivity & belongingness.

With an array of tribes and communities to flaunt, the region of North- East is culturally very rich and is known for its distinct and traditional lifestyle. Every tribal group boasts of an individual culture in terms of art, music, folk-dances, handicrafts, food and fabric cultivation. The vibrant and vivacious culture of the area is visible in the traditional attires, the delicious cuisines and indigenous crafts. Two of the dance forms from Assam and Manipur called Sattriya and Manipuri dance respectively have been declared as the classical dance forms of the country. People of these states have different traditional dresses and costumes, which only can be explored during the fair and festival season.

The traditional costume of Garo women in Meghalaya consists of Jainsen, which is an unstitched garment woven from mulberry silk and wrapped around the body. The other states of North East have varied clothing pertaining to their respective tribes.

North-East Indian Cuisine represents an exotic blend of mouth watering dishes with regional differences and foreign influence. The cuisine is more inclined towards non vegetarian.

Religions

While the great majority of Tripurans are Hindus and most Assamese are Hindus or Muslims, Mizoram, Meghalaya and Nagaland are overwhelmingly Christian, Manipur is almost equally divided between Hindus and Christians, and Arunachal Pradesh has a very slight plurality of Christians, with Hindus in nearly equal numbers and the indigenous Donyi-Polo religion, which combines shamanism and Animism, close behind. There is also a Buddhist presence, especially in places like Tawang that are close to the borders of Tibet and Bhutan.

Climate

Northeast India has a subtropical climate that is influenced by its relief and influences from the southwest and northeast monsoons.The Himalayas to the north, the Meghalaya plateau to the south and the hills of Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur to the east influences the climate. It is the rainiest region in the country, Temperatures are moderate in the Brahmaputra and Barak valley river plains which decreases with altitude in the hilly areas. At the highest altitudes, there is permanent snow cover.

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Sikkim: Splendid North East

8 Days
  • An 8 days cultural tour to Kalimpong, Gangtok, Pemayangtse & Darjeeling with views of Mt. Kanchenjunga from Pelling & other locations in Darjeeling-Sikkim.
  • Transport in vehicles as per group size ranging from cars to mini coaches
  • Accommodation in twin sharing room as per the above mentioned hotels or similar in the room category specified.
  • Season is from October till May.
  • Grade is Easy Touring
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Sikkim: Goecha La Trek

15 Days
  • A 15 days adventure with views of Mt Kangchenjunga & many mountains in 7 days of trekking Yoksum-Dzongri-Goecha La-Yoksum, touching 4,940 meters.
  • Visit to historical monasteries in Darjeeling and Gangtok.
  • Camping in tents while on trek & stay in hotels in Darjeeling & Gangtok.
  • Transport is in SUVs through the mountains.
  • Grade is Moderate Trek
  • Season is March, April, October November
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Two River Cruising - Brahmaputra with Kerala

19 Days

Starting the journey in Kolkata a city seeped in history of the colonial period of India, we fly into the North Eastern parts of India across to Assam: The land that gave the world the English Breakfast Tea, where the world’s largest population of rhinos share the forests with tigers, elephants, wild buffaloes, leopards and deers. Set along the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River and under the shadows of the towering Himalayan mountains, this paradise of nature and cultures takes your breath away!

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No Footprints with 4 Nights Upstream Cruise

6 Days
  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the above mentioned Hotels OR Similar
  • One time entrance of all Entrance fees at the Monuments/ National Park as per the itinerary.
  • Yoga on the Deserted Island
  • One Elephant & Jeep Safari in the Kaziranga National Park.
  • Visit Remote Village on Brahmaputra River.
  • Boat Safari on river Brahmaputra.
  • Visit Mishing Tribal Village.
  • Visit Majuli Island (Largest river island in the world)
  • Monk Dance performance.
  • Visit Sibsagar.
  • Visit Shiva Dol (Temple) - The Tallest Shiva Temple.
  • Lunch at Tea Garden.
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The Ultimate Wildlife Tour

15 Days

This program combines the amazing living jungles of India with the bird sanctuary of Keolado Bird Sanctuary at Bharatpur. Going deeper into the wilderness of the Jungle Book of Rudyard Kipling where stories of Mowgli's jungle adventures abound. Mowgli's Trails of the Jungle Book takes you through the Panna National Park, the Bandhavgarh National Park and the Kanha National Park where the fierce Royal Bengal Tiger - Sher Khan roars and Bhalu, the Sloth Bear protects Mughli.

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Sikkim: The Round Uttarey Trek

13 Days
  • A 13 days adventure with 6 days trek, great views of Mounts Kanchenjunga, Kabru, Tolung, Makalu, Nuptse, Lhotse & Everest at Poktey Danra (3,657 mtrs)
  • Trekking guide with personal porterage of 20 kgs
  • Hotels in Darjeeling & Kalimpong & lodge at Uttarey
  • Visit Delhi, Darjeeling & Kalimpong with English speaking guide
  • Season is March, April, October & November
  • Grade is Easy Trek
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Ganesh Tok

Gangtok
It is situated on top of a hill; the quaint place has mind-stirring views. From this Spot one can get a bird's eye view of sprawling Gangtok town, while across the hills Mt. Khang-chen-Dzonga and Mt. Siniolchu loom over the horizon. The view from here is truly breathtaking with snow...
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Rimbi Waterfalls

Rimbi Waterfalls

Pelling
On the way to Khechopalri and Yuksam, near Darap Village Rimbi Waterfall is found. The waterfall leads to Rimbi River and is famous for the recreational activities like fishing. Nearby is a power station called Karchen Power House which was developed by the government...
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Cherrapunjee

Shillong

Cherrapunji currently the historical name Sohra is more commonly used; alternative spellings are Cherrapunjee and Charrapunji), is a subdivisional town in the East Khasi Hills district in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is credited as being the wettest place on Earth. However, nearby Mawsynram currently holds that record.

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Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures

Shillong

A three-in-one Institution combining a museum with a research and publication centre, for promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of North East India -a unique fusion of all the sister states under one roof.With seven stories, 56,000 square feet of floor space and 15,154 square feet of display wall space, it ranks among the top 36 or so cultural centres of

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