Assam Tour

Assam Tour

Assam Tour Packages 

Assam. What strikes in your head when you hear Assam? Adventure? Tribal people? Nature? Tea - tea lovers? Or somewhat else? Assam is definitely a place of wonders when it comes to planning a tour package of Assam, as you can get to experience mother nature in a very unique way. You can explore traditional pursuit, cultural heritage, population diversity, locales, the rich historical sites, palettes of Assamese cuisines, and much more. 

Assam is also known worldwide for being one of the best destinations for honeymooning couples, adventure enthusiasts, nature lovers, paradise for bird and wildlife spotters, photographers who love to explore nature in a differently unique manner, and so on. You can plan your trip around Assam for your solo trips, family vacations, holiday destination, or group visits with your beloved friends who have been cancelling the friend's trip every time. And we assure you for providing only the best out of the checklist that you've curated for yourself. The warmth of nature's way of life, the vibrance of enchanting and mesmerising adventure activities and trekking experience will blow away your mind. So what's your plan next? Are you ready to explore Assam and make memories for a lifetime? 

There let us remind you, we have specially created a list of Assam tour packages for you because as per our policy we are in to shoot the highest possible customer satisfaction rate in place of just selling you anything. How come you know that? 

We provide you with a detailed Assam tour package along with the assistance of a hassle-free and seamless facility with and throughout your trip. You can further customize your Assam tour package according to your availability, desired inclusions, accomodating options, and much more. Xenium Holidays strives to give you the best only, that too on a pocket friendly budget. 

Highly Recommended Places To Visit in Assam

Here’s a list of the most popular and must-visit places to visit while travelling to Assam, read on to know more about what these places have to offer you as a visitor:-

       1 . Guwahati

Residing on the Shillong plateau of Assam, it’s strategically the gateway to the northeastern states of India. You can visit the famous Assam State Museum to witness uncountable artefacts, and the planetorium of wonders to learn about astrophysics and space. 

Major Attractions: Brahmaputra river cruise tour, wildlife safari, birdwatching experience, and so on. 

2. Kaziranga National Park

This wildlife reserve is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites and houses the rarest one-horned rhinoceros, only found in Assam and nowhere else in the world. You can also spot the Bengal tigers, foxes, flocking bird species, etc. 

Major Attractions: Jeep safaris, Birdwatching, Rare species spotting, etc

3. North Cachar Hills

If you have the boldest beholding eyes of nature’s bliss, then you’ll love to visit the North Cachar Hills in Assam which you can relish for vibrant landscapes, cascading waterfalls, gurgling streams, and indigenous tribal people at the oldest villages this community is called by the name- Dima Hasao. 

Major Attractions: Interacting with indigenous tribal people, trekking trails, etc

4. Majuli Island

It’s one of the most visited destinations of Assam located on the Riverine Island originating from the Brahmaputra river. Additionally, you can visit Kamalbari and Samaguri Satra, along with other major places to visit in Majuli Island. 

Major Attractions: Birdwatching, Fishing, Homestaying and camping, etc

5. Haflong Lake and Hills

Explore the hilly viewpoint of Haflong Hills which gives sight of the adventurous and beautiful nature’s bliss, lush green meadows, azure waters of Haflong Lake and captivating nature viewpoint spots. 

Major Attractions: Boating, Haflong Lake and Hills exploration, Trekking, Hiking, Bird Suicide Observatory, and so on. 

6. Barak Valley

Barak River has imposed Barak Valley to couture your Assam tour packages if you’re planning your honeymoon around this destination in Assam. Barak Valley is the favourite destination of newly-wed couples being their first choice for honeymooning destination, it’s worth the hype. 

Major Attractions: Barak Valley, Cachar towns, Silchar, Badarpur Fort, photographic tours, and so on. 

7. Kamakhya Temple

If you’re planning your trip to Assam, there’s no way you can explore Assam the best without visiting and seeking the blessings of Kamakhya Temple, one of the most popular Shakti Peethas and ancient Hindu temples in the world. Lord Shiva and Mata Sati are worshipped in this temple and Daksha Yagna is performed. 

Major Attractions: Kamakhya Temple, Ambubachi festival, Nilachal Hills, etc

10 Activities to Do While Travelling to Assam

In case you’re confused about what are the things to do while visiting Assam, here is the list of activities to do in Assam:-

• Visit the historical ruins and heritage site of the Ahom royal family as ancient as 600 years old
• Explore the cultures and traditional values of Assam’s ancient and indigenous tribes
• Celebrate the festivities in Assam such as Baishagu, Ali-Ayeligang, Bihu, Rongker Chomangkan, Me-Dum Me-Phi, and Ambubachi, etc
• Spot some of the rarest wildlife species like one-horned Rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park (Assam has 5 national parks and 18 wildlife sanctuaries)
• Explore the vistas of Himalayan foothills and tea plantations
• Hop on the MV Mahabaahu cruise in Assam (10 of the most luxurious known cruises worldwide)
• Seek blessings of Lord Shiva at the Umananda Temple at Majuli on the major River Island
• Take serene blessings of Maa Kamakhaya Devi at the Shakti Peeth Kamakhya Devi Temple
• Visit the Buddhist monasteries and pagodas in Hajo (the place of agreement of Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism altogether) 

What is the best time to visit Assam?

Although you can visit Assam as per your availability, we would like to suggest to you the best time to visit Assam so that you can know in advance which activities go around, especially in a season. Here is when you should visit Assam:-

September to April

The late autumn, a little chilling, and the start of early summer are considered to be the best seasons to travel to Assam, as the temperature doesn’t rise from 16 to 30 degrees Celsius at maximum. Minimal rainfall and the lush vibrance of nature’s landscapes in Assam are adorned with the blossoms of spring. You can experience the festivities of Assam at its peak by joining the locales and tribal people to celebrate Bihu and feel the joyous vibes of this harvesting season. 

On the other hand, if you’re someone who loves to explore wildlife, then you must know that Kaziranga National Park and Manas National Park remain open for visitors and it’s the most suitable time to visit for wildlife enthusiasts. Kaziranga National Park remains closed from June to September, whereas September and October are favourable weather with less crowded tourist attractions. 

How do I reach Assam?

Are you also not able to navigate the way through Assam and its counterparts? Here’s how to reach Assam and experience the refreshing and rejuvenating weather to sample your mind and soul with natural surroundings. 

But before knowing anything about the ways to reach Assam, let’s know more about the state of Assam. Guwahati, the northeast state’s gateway and one of the populated and largest metropolis of Assam itself is the best tourist destination for travellers escaping their bustling lives to find peace during vacations. Unlike other cities of Assam, Guwahati is connected well through the myriads of other Indian cities, be it railways, roadways, airways, etc. 

By Air

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport/Guwahati Airport serves almost every state of the country and is operational for regular flights of GoAir, Air India, AirAsia India, Jet Airways, and so on. If someone is travelling from Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Imphal, Agartala, Mumbai, and some others as well. 

By Road

Guwahati is the main porting spot for roadway travel as well, as it connects Assam with the neighbouring states and other major cities of India with Assam. The Assam’s transport corporation operates several buses daily to make it convenient for travellers, via NHs, SHs, and city roads through Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, West Bengal and Nagaland.

By Rail

Assam’s primary railhead in Guwahati railway station is almost 5 km away from the main city that connects with broad railway lines with major cities of India such as New Delhi. For example, if someone travels to Guwahati by Rajdhani Express, it’ll take them approximately 36 hours to reach Guwahati from New Delhi. Further, they can take a private taxi/cab or public transport to visit other parts of the city. 

Delicious Cuisine of Assam You Should Try Once in Your Lifetime

Assam is well-known for what it thrives for mother nature. Along with its natural landscapes and lush vibrant sceneries, the delicate tea plantations have all the hearts of tea lovers. The azure silk markets, tea estates, and enthralling adventurous spots are just fab of Assam. Apart from these marvels, the fact of joy is that Assam is well-versed in its food and culinary delights that one must sample at least once in their lifetime. 

Here are the top culinary dishes from Assam that are traditionally cooked, and are the must-try foods while travelling to Assam:-

• Khar
• Ou Khatta
• Pani Hamuk
• Baanhgajor Lagot Kukura
• Lai Xaak Gahori
• Patot Diya Maas
• Gooror Payas
• Doi Chira
• Paror Mangxo
• Haah Joha Kumura
• Khulasa Porir Pitha
• Masor Tenga
• Pitika