North East India is the eastern most region of India. It represents the political administrative & geographical division of the country. It is also named officially as the North Eastern Region, NER and includes eight states viz: Tripura, Sikkim, Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh.
History
In the early historical period (the most initial millennium), Kamarupa made its debut in most areas of present-day northeastern India, except for Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sylhet. A Chinese Buddhist monk, Xuanzang, visited Kamarupa in the 7th century.
He described people as "short-sighted and dark-looking," whose speech was slightly different from that of Central India, and that was simple but violent. He wrote that the folks in Kamarupa knew about Sichuan, which was located east of the kingdom beyond a treacherous mountain.
Seven sister states
Seven Sister States is a collective term for contagious states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, before the state of Sikkim was included in the northeastern region of India.
'Seven Sisters of the Land' was created by Jyoti Prasad Saikia, a journalist in Tripura during a radio talk show to coincide with the inauguration of new states in January 1972. He later assembled a book on the interdependence and generality of the Seven Sister States and named it Land of Seven Sisters. It is mainly due to this publication that the surname has taken hold.
Flora
The area has been identified by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research as the epicenter of rice germplasm. In India, NBPGR (National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources) highlighted the region as being rich in wild relatives of crop plants.
It is the center of the origin of citrus fruits. Two primitive varieties of maize, Sikkim Primitive 1 and 2, have been reported from Sikkim (Dhawan, 1964).
Although jhum farming is a traditional system of agriculture, often cited as the cause of loss of jungle cover of the region, this primary agrarian financial activity performed by local tribes endorsed the cultivation of 35 types of crops.
The area is fertile in medicinal plants and many other rare and endangered taxa. Its high endemicity in both higher plants, vertebrate and avian diversity has made it eligible as a biodiversity hotspot.
Fifty-one forest categories are found in the region, broadly classified into six major types - tropical moist deciduous forest, tropical semi-evergreen forest, tropical humid evergreen forest, subtropical forest, temperate forest, and alpine forest.
Fauna
The International Council for Bird Preservation, UK, recognized the plains of Assam and the eastern Himalayas as an endemic bird zone (EBA).
The EBA has a region of 220,000 km2 after the Himalayan range in Bhutan, China, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, and the Indian states of Sikkim, North West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Southern Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, and Mizoram.
Due to a southerly occurrence of this mountain range compared to other Himalayan ranges, the region has a distinct climate, with warmer temperatures and frost with fewer days and much more rainfall.
Language
Northeast India constitutes the same linguistic region in an Indian linguistic part with about 220 languages from several language families (Indo-European, Sino-Tibetan, Krai-dai, Austroasiatic, as well as some Creole languages, which many Features) distinguish them from most other regions of the Indian subcontinent (such as alveolar consonants rather than the more distinct dental/retroflex distinction).
Art
Manipuri dance (from Manipur) and Sattriya (from Assam) are listed as classical dances of India. Apart from these, all the tribes in Northeast India have dances associated with their folk faith and fairs. The tribal tradition in the region is rich with hunting, cultivation of land, and practice of indigenous crafts.
Arrive AIZAWL by flight ( the scenic capital of Mizoram, is a religious and cultural center of the Mizos. The town is blessed with exotic natural beauty and is famous for its handicrafts. It is an ideal hill station for tourists looking for solitude and clean air ). On arrival transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Aizawl
Sight seeing of Aizawl town which will include the visit to the State museum (This museum is situated at Mc Donald Hill in the town center. Open Monday - Friday from 9:00 A.M to 5 PM. Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM. Though small, it has an interesting collection of historical relics, ancient costumes and traditional implements), Bara Bazar( This is the main shopping center with stalls selling garments and other commodities. )Big Drum of Aizawl and Model Village at Falkawn. Overnight Aizawl.
We leave for Silchar which is a transit point for entering Agartala. Overnight in Silchar.
Start early in the morning. On arrival check in at Hotel and Overnight in Agartala.
LOCAL SIGHTSEEING OF AGARTALA (The major interest of the town is the Ujjayanta Palace, which was built in the Indo-Saracenic style in 1901 by Maharaja Radhakishore Manikya. Sepahijala wild life sanctuary, Kamala sagar .
Situated about 55 km from Agartala is Neermahal, Tripura's major tourist attraction. It is a summer resort built in the middle of a lake named Rudrasagar, with a total area of about 5.35 sq. km. It is the only lake palace in Eastern India and has been built in a mixture of Hindu and Mughal styles.
Dropping at Agartala airport .Leave for Imphal by flight . On arrival check in at Hotel . After lunch visit Kangla fort and Ima Market. Overnight Imphal.
Full day sightseeing –Govindajee Temple ,Loktak lake(largest fresh water lake in north east), INA Memorial(Indian tri color was first hoisted here by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s Indian National Army), Japanese War Memorial, Sadu Chiru water falls . Overnight Imphal.
Drive to KOHIMA (5 hrs).Enroute visit Heritage village- a model village for all the major tribes of Nagaland. On arrival check in at Hotel. After lunch visit II world war cemetery. Overnight in Kohima.
Drive to Kaziranga National Park, the abode of one horned rhinoceros. Reaching there we check in at Hotel /Resort. Overnight in Kaziranga.
We shall start early in the morning for an elephant safari for 01 hour inside the park which is a world heritage site. After elephant safari, breakfast at lodge. Then we go for a jeep safari in the western range of the park. Overnight in Kaziranga.
Morning drive to Dirang. Enroute visit Tipi Orchidarium, a glass house with over 1000 Orchids. Overnight in Dirang.
Drive passing through typical Monpa village at Dirang. After viewing the beautiful valley of Dirang overlooking the river and inhabited by colourful tribals, proceed towards the Sela Pass (13703 ft) spend some lovely times by the paradise lake Overnight in Tawang.
Full day explore Tawang Monastery, founded by Mera Lama Lodre Gyaltso during 17th century A.D. a contemporary of the fifth Dalai Lama .Drive upto PT Shu Lake then return to visit Tawang War Memorial .Overnight at Tawang.
Early morning, drive to Jang to get a breath taking view of waterfalls. Pay homage at the Jashwant Garh Indo Chinese War Memorial and down hill drive to Bomdila. Overnight in Bomdila .
Drive back to Tezpur enroute visiting Nag Mandir . Overnight in Tezpur.
Drive to Shillong enroute visit Don Bosco Museum which is one of the most Hitech museums in India. On arrival check in at Hotel Victoria Landmark or similar. Overnight in Shillong.
Day trip to Cherrapunjee enroute visit Shillong Peak and then proceed to Elephant Falls before finally leaving for Cherrapunjee-the wettest place on earth where we will be exploring the Mausmai Caves, the Naukalikai Falls, Seven Sisters Falls and Ram Krishna Mission. Return to Shillong and overnight.
Leave for Guwahati after breakfast. Afternoon we will make a visit to the famed Kamakhya Temple and enjoy the boat ride in Brahmaputra River for visiting Umananda Temple situated in a small river island in Brahmaputra. Overnight in Guwahati.
Airport/Railway Transfers will be arranged as per the flight schedule of the group
INCLUSION Details
- Meet & Greet upon arrival at Airport / NJP StationHotel Accommodation as per the name mentioned in the Category for duration as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All applicable Transfers & Sightseeing by NON AC vehicle which will not be at disposal and will be exclusively used for the group as per the itinerary only (on point to point basis).
- This vehicle will also change sector wise.
EXCLUSION Details
- Government GST as applicable (as on date 01/07/2017 it is 05%)
- Cost for extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
- Cost for optional Tours, Up-gradation Charges, Guide, Sightseeing entrance fees.
- Cost for any other service not mentioned under the "Cost Includes" Head
- Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance.
- Cost for any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to change in package cost, which may come into effect prior to departure
- Additional cost arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like - landslides, road blockage, etc. In such case extra will have to be paid on the spot by the guest directly.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter charges, tips etc.
THE FOLLOWING POINTS ARE TO BE NOTED FOR CHILD RATE
- Children above 10+ years will be charged 100% as per Adult Rate (EPSR)
- Children of 5+ to 10 sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB
- Children below 5 years Complimentary
(Hotels are very strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked for)
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Please note as per the Government Rule, in 01 Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep only 08 heads are allowed that is including child. In 01 INNOVA only 06 heads are allowed that is including child. Incase the number of heads traveling increases above 08 in a Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep & 06 in an Innova than the guest will have to opt for the 2nd (second) vehicle for which the cost is mentioned above.
Incase the guest is opting for INNOVA as per the unwritten syndicate rule; INNOVA will do the main transfer & sightseeing of Kalimpong & Darjeeling only. Lachung & Pelling sightseeing will be done by NON AC Tata Sumo / Mahindra Maxx / Hard Top vehicle which may have front / side facing seat. Gangtok sightseeing will be done by NON AC Maruti Van / Similar (one vehicle for every 04 paying Pax). Also while opting for INNOVA please inform the guest to travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person. In case of excess baggage the guest will have to opt for an extra vehicle for carrying the excess baggage. The cost for this will be collected directly from the guest.
COST BASED On
- STANDERD HOTEL
- Per Person
- Extra Person / Child With Bed (CWB) sharing the Room on mattress
- All Transfer & Sightseeing by 01 NON AC Tata Sumo / Similar & Except Gangtok local sightseeing by NON AC Maruti Van / Similar (04 pax in a vehicle)
- Meal Plan as per the details mentioned in the Hotel norms.
THE FOLLOWING POINTS ARE TO BE NOTED FOR CHILD RATE
- Children above 10+ years will be charged 100% as per Adult Rate (EPSR)
- Children of 5+ to 10 sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB
- Children below 5 years Complimentary
(Hotels are very strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked for)
Process Of Making Advance Payment
50 % of the total package cost must be deposited as an advance in our company's account to confirm the package. Remaining 50 % of the package cost will be collected on arrival (First day of the Tour).
Customers must carry the issued confirmation letter on their trip as it contains important information like confirmed hotel, Cab Details and Service contact Numbers.
PROCESS OF MAKING ADVANCE PAYMENT:
Payments can be be done through our website www.akkcrusier.com by using Net banking/Credit Card/Debit Card and Wallets via EBS, CC-Avenue, , Paytm, Atom etc.
EMI OPTIONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN OUR GATEWAYS:
Cash Deposit option at AKK CRUSIER’s offices
Cash deposit in any of our Banks such as PNB, ICICI, SBI, BOI, UNION BANK OF INDIA etc.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY:
There is no contract between AKK CRUSIER and the client until the company has received initial deposit amount of specified tour package.
In case, customer wishes to cancel his/her booking before 15 days of the travel date because of whatsoever reasons, including accident, sickness, or any other personal reasons, non-payment of the balance payment, the Company is liable to recover Cancellation charges from the Client. All the cancellations must be communicated in written.
Advance amount 50% is also non-refundable in case the cancellation is done within 15 days of the travel dates or No Show scenarios.
The Company deserves the right to change the package cost depending on the economical status of the market as per the Government policy.
Services will be provided to the customers as mentioned in the booking voucher only.
Any complimentary services (If not provided) cannot be claimed in form of cash or alternative service.AKK CRUSIER have the right to cancel your Invoice due to insufficient Advance Amount i.e. 50% of the total tour Package Cost.
AMENDMENT POLICY (PREPONE & POSTPONE):
In case client wishes to prepone /postpone his or her travel dates, we request you to kindly reach us 15 days prior to journey date via e-mail.
The customers can prepone /postpone their tour once without any additional charges (if intimated before 15 days of travel date in written). However postponing & preponing second time will attract additional charges.
Also note that few service providers (Hoteliers, Transporter etc.) may apply postpone/prepone charges even after meeting above requirement. In such cases postpone/prepone charges will deducted from the advance amount deposited.
In all prepone or postpone scenarios, the services and the costing will be subject to availability of Hotel/Tranasprotation and season/off season time.
We do not accept any changes in plan within 15 days of travel date. However in rare cases like adverse climatic conditions or strikes, package can be postponed which will be intimated to you beforehand.
The validity to utilize your Advance payment in prepone/postpone scenarios is 1 Year from the date of advance payment.
The advance payment and the invoice Number allotted to you, are transferable i.e. you can pass on your booking to any of your friends/ relatives. (Please Note: In order to transfer your booking you must meet the above terms and conditions first).
