Dibrugarh is an industrial city surrounded by sprawling tea estates in Assam, northeast India. It sits on the Brahmaputra River, and is home to the Radha Krishna Mandir, a Hindu temple constructed of marble. Hitendranath Barua Science and Culture Park features life-size animal sculptures and an open-air stage. Northeast of the city, Dibru Saikhowa National Park is an island reserve that attracts many migratory birds.
Day 01 Arrive Dibrugarh (By Flight)
Meeting upon arrival and transfer to hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Dibrugarh –Tai Phakial (By Road) (58 km/ 01 hrs 38 min – One Way)
After Breakfast Drive to Tai Phakial Village.
Thai Phakial – The Tai words ‘Pha’ meaning wall and ‘Ke’ meaning ancient or old. The Phake is also known as the Phakial, they had migrated from Thailand to Assam in 18th centuary, they speak Thai language. Even during the modern time they still follow their traditional culture. The have a fine tradition to keep their family record, the name of the record is Ho Likboi, generally the elder of the family known as the Pathek is well versed prepare the record. They practice Buddhism, there is a Buddhist monetary in Namphake village established in 1850 the monks in the monasteries is known as CHOW MOUN .
They also have the sound knowledge in Pali language. The residence claim to be 100% literate. One interesting fact is that the villager claims the police had never entered the premises as because the Monks settled the disputes among the villagers, they also rely on Herbal cure. They marry within there community only but there is no restriction if someone wants to marry from outside. They are basically patriarchal society the son inherits the fathers property. Though few in number and in spite of an identity crisis, the Tai Phakes have been able to maintain their glorious legacy.
Later visit a Sonowal Kachari Village.
The Sonowal Kacharies: Even before the advent of the British in Assam, the Sonowal Kacharies had been living at Haldibari of upper Majuli. They are known to be the Tibetan-Burmese branch of the Mongoloids of the Bodo origin. When the Ahom invaded Assam, the Kacharies put up a brave fight against them. Due to continue battles, some of them were force to leave their original place living and settled in a scattered way here and there. Thus the Bodo, the Mess, the Hajong, the Rabha, the Dimasha, the Lulong, the Thalang and Sonowal etd. came into existence of the Kacharies. The term Kachari is very difficult to trace.
It is assumed that during the reign of Ahom King some of the Kacharis were engaged in washing gold particles from the sands of river and therefore the prefix Sonowal” was added to signify them. According to an anecdote the kacharis of upper assam who became the disciple of Gossain named Kachaideo were considered to have super natural powers of offering a certain quantity of gold in a bamboo tube while the Ahom king Gadadhar singa was on the throne. and these people came to be known as Sonowal Kacharis. The sonowals were offered non tribal titles like Hazarika, saikia , Bora in their process of assimilation with the non tribal people, specially during Ahom Rule.
Later return to hotel in Dibrugarh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 Dibrugarh – Roing (By Road) (151 kms / 04 hrs 45 min appx.)
After Breakfast Drive to the Dhala Ghat to take the country made ferry to cross the Brahmaputra river.
Later drive to Roing.
Roing: Roing is a census town in Lower Dibang Valley district in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh.The only town under Idu Mishmi dominated areas, has Mehao wild life sanctuary, Sally lake, Mehao lake and Mayudia mountain pass that remains covered with snow during peak winter. The town, located at the foothill of the Mishmi Hill is lively with friendly people.
Arrive and check in at the traditional guest house. Overnight at guest house.
Day 04 Roing – Mayodia – Roing (By Road) (50 km/ 01 hrs 50 min – One Way)
After Breakfast visit Mayodia
Mayodia, a unique hill resot situated at an altitude of 7000feet. It is named after Maya, a Nepali girl who missing in the snow and could not be traced out. It is an ideal trekking destination and paradise for bird watcher as many endangered specis are recorded including Trogopan. The scenic beauty of the snow clapped Miodia during winter is eye-catching. Miodia is 56 kms from Roing, the district head quarter of Lower Dibang Valley
Later return to Roing.
Afternoon visit a Idu Mishmi village
The Idu Mishmi is a major sub-tribe of Mishmi group. Their brethren tribes are namely the DIGARU-MISHMI TARAONS and the MIJU-MISHMI KAMANS.
The Idu Mishmi is one of the two major tribes of the area. The Idu Mishmis can be distinctively identified among other tribal groups of Arunachal Pradesh by their typical hairstyle, distinctive costumes and artistic patterns embedded on their clothes.
People of sober nature still maintain deep-rooted aesthetic values in their day-to-day life with great pride and honour.
The Idus have their distinct dialect, which falls under the Tibeto-Burman group of languages. Traditionally, Idus believe in animism. They worship several benevolent and malevolent spirits. Nani-Intaya and Masello Zino are worshipped as creators of mankind and universe as a whole.
Mythological characters like SINE-RU a first IGU Idu Priest still holds high place and reverence in the minds of the people. The prints of his palm on the huge rocks at Athu Popu near Keyala Pass in Dibang Valley district on China border, is supreme and holy shrine.
The Idus are expert craftsman. The Idu women, in particular, are very good weavers. Their great aesthetic sense is well reflected in the exquisite designs created on the clothes produced on handlooms. The Idu men are well apt in making beautiful basketry items of bamboo and cane. Overnight at guest house.
Day 05 Roing – Tezu (By Road) (85 kms / 02 hrs 24 min appx.)
After Breakfast Depart for Tezu.
Tezu: Tezu is a small town and the headquarters of Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh.
The ancient inhabitant of this beautiful land of valley and rivers are the Mishmi tribes. This tribe still has a King and Queens residing in the district headquarters of Tezu. The Mishmi tribes have a rich tradition and customs dating back to the times of Mahabharata. It is said that Rukmini of Mahabharata was a Mishmi Damsel.
Arrive and check in at the tourist lodge Basic accommodation
Afternoon visit a Mishmi tribal village
The Mishmi an ethnic tribe comprising of mainly three tribes: Idu Mishmi; Digaru Taraon Mishmi, and Miju Kaman Mishmi. The Mishmis occupy the north-eastern tip of the central Arunachal Pradesh in Upper and Lower Dibang Valley, Lohit and Anjaw Districts. The three sub-divisions of the tribe emerged due to the geographical distribution, racially all theses three sub tribes are of same origin but there are unnoticeable difference among theses sub-tribes, i.e. of ORIGIN and DIALECT. Overnight at tourist lodge.
Day 06 Tezu- Chongkham- Dibrugarh (By Road) (246 kms / 06 hrs appx.)
After Breakfast Depart for Dibrugarh.
En route visit
Parasuram Kunda: Parasuram Kunda, a place of pilgrimage is situated in the bank of the river Lohit at about 24 Kms from Tezu. It is also known as ‘Prabhu Kuthar’, the origin of the ‘Kunda’ viz. Parasuram Kunda is associated with Parasuram’s matricide. The history goes in brief that one day Renuka, mother of Parasuram went to Ganga for having bath and bringing water. But delay in bringing water made the Rishi Jamadagni, the husband of Renuka very angry as it was already getting late for the mid day worship. He asked the sons to kill her. None of his six sons except Parasuram could oblige. Parasuram chopped off the head of his mother indeference to the wishes of his father, but as a result of crime handle with his axe got struck to his hand. Jamadagni was very pleased with him for carrying out his order and asked Parasuram to have for boon.
Parasuram pray for bringing his mother back to life, then enquired as to how to get rid of the crime of matricide. Jamadagni granted it and his mother got her life back and told Parasuram to visit ” Brahma Kund” to wash off the sin. Parasuram came to the Brahma Kund, in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh for holy dip in the kunda. Religious people, saints come to this kund on Makarsakranti which falls on the 14th January every year. The Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh extend all possible arrangement/help to those pilgrimage.
Chongkham: There are several Buddha-Vihar locally called CHONG in the Khamtis area. The world Peace Pagoda located in a river island at Chongkham is ideal for meditation in front of Buddha statues that surrounds in inner core of the vihar.
The Khamti Raja’s Chong at Guna Nagar at Chongkham is famouse for relics of Gautama Buddha. All the CHONGs and statues of Lord Buddha are made in the Thai-architectural style. There is no ban to visit these CHONGs.
On the way you can visit another Khampti village. The Khamptis are traditionally owners of elephants, with which they work in the forests. They cut trees and the elephants pull them out of the forest.
Arrive Dibrugarh and check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel
Day 07 Depart Dibrugarh (By Flight)
Departure transfer to onwards destination.
City | Night (s) | Deluxe Hotels |
Dibrugarh | 02 | Tea County |
Roing | 02 | Dibang Valley Jungle Camp |
Tezu | 01 | Win Unity Resort Hotel |
Dibrugarh | 01 | Tea County |
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 06 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees to the monuments as per the program.
– Thai Phakial and The Sonowal Kacharies.
– Roing and Dhala Ghat.
– Mayodia, The Idu Mishmi and Tezu.
– Chongkham and Parasuram Kunda.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
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