Best North East Tour Packages from Delhi (2026 Guide)
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If you have been putting off a trip to North East India because you are not sure where to start, this guide is for you. Seven states, thousands of kilometre of mountains, rivers, forests, and some of the friendliest people you will ever meet. All of it is reachable from Delhi with a single flight and the right Best North East Tour Packages from Delhi.
At TravelsYatra, we have been helping Delhi travellers explore North East India since 2012. This guide covers the best packages, what each state offers, when to go, and what you will actually spend. No vague estimates, just honest numbers and ground-level advice.
Quick Comparison: North East Tour Packages from Delhi
| Package | Duration | Destinations Covered | Price Per Person (INR) | Best For |
| Meghalaya Explorer | 6N/7D | Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki | 18,000 – 24,000 | First-timers, Couples |
| Sikkim Discovery | 7N/8D | Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling | 22,000 – 30,000 | Nature Lovers, Honeymooners |
| Assam Wildlife Trail | 5N/6D | Guwahati, Kaziranga, Majuli | 16,000 – 22,000 | Wildlife & Culture Fans |
| Arunachal Adventure | 8N/9D | Tawang, Dirang, Bomdila | 28,000 – 38,000 | Offbeat Seekers, Trekkers |
| North East Grand Tour | 12N/13D | Meghalaya + Sikkim + Assam | 42,000 – 58,000 | Comprehensive Travellers |
| Manipur & Nagaland Culture | 7N/8D | Imphal, Loktak, Kohima, Dzukou | 24,000 – 32,000 | Cultural Explorers |
All prices are per person on twin-sharing basis. Flights from Delhi to Guwahati/Bagdogra are not included unless mentioned. Prices are indicative for 2026 and vary with travel dates and group size.
Why North East India Should Be Your Next Trip
North East India covers less than 8% of India’s landspace but holds roughly 25% of its biodiversity. It is a region where every state feels like a separate country in terms of culture, food, language, and landscape. And yet, very few Delhi travellers have actually explored it.
Here is what makes it genuinely different from other Indian destinations:
- Crowds are far smaller than Himachal Pradesh or Goa, even during peak season
- Natural beauty here is unfiltered: living root bridges, cloud forests, high-altitude lakes, one-horned rhinos
- Each state has its own festivals, cuisine, and tribal culture
- Permits are required for some areas (like Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Sikkim), which naturally keeps tourist numbers low
- Flights from Delhi to Guwahati take just 2.5 to 3 hours, making it easier to reach than many assume
About the Author: Gagan Panwar is a travel consultant at TravelsYatra with over 11 years of experience organising North East India tours from Delhi. He has personally travelled through all seven sister states and has designed itineraries for more than 600 travellers across family groups, honeymooners, solo adventurers, and corporate offsites. His recommendations in this article are based on firsthand travel experience, on-ground vendor relationships, and traveller feedback collected across multiple seasons.
1. Meghalaya North East Tour Packages from Delhi (6 Nights / 7 Days)
Best for: First-time visitors, couples, nature lovers
Price: INR 18,000 to INR 24,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
Meghalaya means ‘abode of clouds’ and that name earns itself every day. This is the wettest state in India, which means waterfalls everywhere, deep gorges, living root bridges that took 15 to 20 years to grow, and a landscape that genuinely looks like a screensaver.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Fly Delhi to Guwahati, drive to Shillong (3 hours). Check in, Ward’s Lake evening walk
- Day 2: Shillong sightseeing: Don Bosco Museum, Elephant Falls, Police Bazar market
- Day 3: Cherrapunji day trip: Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Dainthlen Falls, Seven Sisters viewpoint
- Day 4: Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat village (moderate difficulty, 3500 steps)
- Day 5: Dawki: Umngot River boat ride, Shnongpdeng village, drive back to Shillong
- Day 6: Mawlynnong (Asia’s cleanest village), Nohwet living root bridge, sky walk
- Day 7: Drive to Guwahati, fly back to Delhi
Ground Reality
The Nongriat trek is beautiful but physically demanding. It involves 3,500 steps one way and takes 3 to 4 hours return. If you have knee issues or are travelling with seniors, skip the trek and visit Cherrapunji viewpoints instead. The Dawki river is at its most stunning from November to April when the water is crystal clear.
What Is Included
- 6 nights hotel accommodation (3 star standard or above)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All transfers in private cab (Innova or equivalent)
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Experienced local guide for Nongriat trek
2. Sikkim North East Tour Packages from Delhi (7 Nights / 8 Days)
Best for: Honeymooners, nature lovers, mountain photography
Price: INR 22,000 to INR 30,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
Sikkim is the smallest state in India by area and arguably the most dramatic by landscape. You get Kanchenjunga views, Buddhist monasteries, high-altitude lakes, flowering valleys, and a surprisingly good food scene in Gangtok. The state also has some of the cleanest roads and most efficient tourism infrastructure in the country.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Fly Delhi to Bagdogra, drive to Gangtok (4.5 hours). Check in, MG Marg evening walk
- Day 2: Gangtok sightseeing: Rumtek Monastery, Enchey Monastery, Do-Drul Chorten
- Day 3: Drive to Lachung via Nathula Pass (permit required, included). Overnight Lachung
- Day 4: Yumthang Valley (Valley of Flowers at 3,564m). Drive back to Lachung, overnight
- Day 5: Drive to Pelling via Gangtok. Pemayangtse Monastery visit
- Day 6: Pelling sunrise: Kanchenjunga views. Rabdentse ruins, Skywalk
- Day 7: Drive to Darjeeling (4 hours). Tea estate walk, Mall Road sunset
- Day 8: Tiger Hill sunrise for Kanchenjunga view. Drive to Bagdogra, fly Delhi
Ground Reality
Nathula Pass sits at 14,200 feet and requires an Inner Line Permit (arranged by us). The pass can close at short notice due to weather or military requirements. If it closes, we substitute with Tsomgo Lake which is equally scenic. March to May is best for Yumthang Valley flowers. Winters (December to February) mean snow at Lachung but cold temperatures.
What Is Included
- 7 nights hotel accommodation (3 to 4 star)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All permits including Nathula and protected area permits
- Private cab transfers throughout
- Tea estate tour in Darjeeling with English-speaking guide
3. Assam Wildlife Tour Package from Delhi (5 Nights / 6 Days)
Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts, culture seekers, first North East visit
Price: INR 16,000 to INR 22,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
Assam is the gateway to North East India and one of the most underrated wildlife destinations in Asia. Kaziranga National Park alone is worth the trip: it holds the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceros and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beyond the wildlife, Majuli Island is the world’s largest river island and a living centre of Vaishnavite culture.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Fly Delhi to Guwahati. Kamakhya Temple visit, Umananda Island, overnight Guwahati
- Day 2: Drive to Kaziranga (4 hours). Evening at resort, campfire
- Day 3: Kaziranga jeep safari (morning and afternoon, two different ranges). Spot rhino, elephant, tiger, wild buffalo
- Day 4: Elephant back safari (optional). Drive to Majuli via ferry from Nimati Ghat
- Day 5: Majuli Island: Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries), mask-making villages, sunset at Brahmaputra
- Day 6: Ferry back, drive to Guwahati, fly Delhi
Ground Reality
The jeep safari at Kaziranga is almost guaranteed to show you one-horned rhinos as sightings are very frequent. Tiger sightings happen but are not guaranteed. The Majuli ferry crossing takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on water levels. During monsoon (June to September) Kaziranga is closed due to flooding. The best window is November to April.
What Is Included
- 5 nights hotel and resort accommodation
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- 2 jeep safaris at Kaziranga (Central and Eastern Range)
- All ferry crossings for Majuli
- Kaziranga entry and camera fees
4. Arunachal Pradesh Tour Package from Delhi (8 Nights / 9 Days)
Best for: Offbeat travellers, trekkers, history and Buddhism enthusiasts
Price: INR 28,000 to INR 38,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
Arunachal Pradesh is perhaps the least visited major state in India, partly because it requires an Inner Line Permit for non-residents. That permit requirement is actually good news for travellers: it keeps crowds away. Tawang is the highlight, a high-altitude town at 10,000 feet with the largest monastery in India and views that rival Ladakh without the tourist volume.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Fly Delhi to Guwahati, drive to Bhalukpong (5 hours). Overnight
- Day 2: Drive to Dirang via Tezpur. Sangti Valley, Dirang Dzong
- Day 3: Drive to Tawang via Sela Pass (13,700 feet). Sela Lake photo stop
- Day 4: Tawang Monastery (18th century, 450 monks), War Memorial, Tawang town
- Day 5: Day trip to Bumla Pass (15,200 feet, permit required). Madhuri Lake, PT Tso
- Day 6: Gorichen base area if weather permits, Nuranang Waterfall on drive back
- Day 7 to 8: Return via Bomdila Monastery, Tipi Orchidarium. Night at Bhalukpong
- Day 9: Drive to Guwahati, fly Delhi
Ground Reality
The roads in Arunachal are scenic but challenging, especially post-monsoon. This trip involves long drives (6 to 8 hours some days) on mountain roads. It is not suitable for travellers with severe motion sickness or those seeking a relaxed pace. Bumla Pass requires special permission from the Indian Army which we arrange, but access can be denied at short notice. Best season: March to June and September to November.
What Is Included
- 8 nights accommodation in hotels and guesthouses
- Inner Line Permit for Arunachal Pradesh (mandatory for non-Arunachali visitors)
- Restricted Area Permit for Bumla Pass
- All transfers in a sturdy 4WD vehicle
- Daily breakfast and dinner
5. North East Grand Tour Package from Delhi (12 Nights / 13 Days)
Best for: Travellers who want to cover multiple states in one trip
Price: INR 42,000 to INR 58,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
This is our most popular package for people who have the time and want to see the North East properly. It covers Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim across 13 days, giving you a wildlife experience, the living root bridges, and Himalayan mountain scenery all in one trip.
Itinerary Highlights
- Days 1 to 3: Assam (Guwahati, Kaziranga safari, Brahmaputra river cruise)
- Days 4 to 6: Meghalaya (Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, living root bridge)
- Days 7 to 9: Sikkim (Gangtok, Rumtek, Lachung, Yumthang)
- Days 10 to 11: East Sikkim and North Sikkim extension (Gurudongmar Lake optional)
- Days 12 to 13: Darjeeling and return to Delhi via Bagdogra
What Is Included
- 12 nights accommodation across hotels and resorts (3 to 4 star)
- All inter-state transfers
- All permits and entry fees
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- 2 Kaziranga jeep safaris
- Darjeeling tea estate tour
6. Manipur and Nagaland Culture Tour (7 Nights / 8 Days)
Best for: Culture and tribal heritage seekers, photographers, festival travellers
Price: INR 24,000 to INR 32,000 per person (twin sharing, land only)
Manipur and Nagaland are two of the least visited states in India and two of the most culturally rich. Loktak Lake in Manipur is the only floating lake in the world with phumdis (floating islands of vegetation). Kohima in Nagaland has one of the most important World War II cemeteries in Asia and the Hornbill Festival in December is a celebration of Naga tribal culture that draws visitors from across the world.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Fly Delhi to Imphal. Kangla Fort, Ima Keithel (women’s market), overnight Imphal
- Day 2: Loktak Lake boat ride, Keibul Lamjao National Park (floating sanctuary, home to brow-antlered deer)
- Day 3: Moreh border town day trip. Siroi Lily National Park
- Day 4: Fly or drive to Kohima. War Cemetery, Kohima Museum
- Day 5: Dzukou Valley day trek (scenic valley at 2,450m, best for wildflowers July to September)
- Day 6: Khonoma Green Village (Asia’s first green village), traditional Angami Naga homes
- Day 7: Drive to Dimapur, local handicraft shopping, overnight
- Day 8: Fly Dimapur to Delhi
Ground Reality
Both Manipur and Nagaland require registration under the Protected Area Permit (PAP) system for foreign nationals and Inner Line Permit for Indian citizens. We arrange all permits. The Dzukou Valley trek is 10 km one way and involves a steep climb. Book this package in December to attend the Hornbill Festival, which typically runs from December 1 to 10 in Kisama Heritage Village.
When to Visit: Month-by-Month North East India Guide
| Month | Weather | Best States to Visit | Things to Note |
| October to November | Cool and clear, post-monsoon greenery | All states, Sikkim, Meghalaya | Ideal season, crowds manageable |
| December to February | Cold, snow in Sikkim and Arunachal | Assam, Manipur, Nagaland | Hornbill Festival in December (Nagaland) |
| March to May | Warm, blooming rhododendrons | Sikkim (flowers), Arunachal | Best for Yumthang Valley, Dzukou Valley |
| June to September | Monsoon, heavy rains | Meghalaya (waterfalls peak) | Kaziranga closed. Landslides possible in hill areas |
How to Reach North East India from Delhi
Delhi has direct flights to four major airports in the North East:
- Guwahati (GAU): Gateway to Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram. Flight time 2.5 hours
- Bagdogra (IXB): Nearest airport for Sikkim and Darjeeling. Flight time 2 hours
- Imphal (IMF): Capital of Manipur. Direct flights from Delhi 2 hours 20 minutes
- Agartala (IXA): Gateway to Tripura. Flight time 2 hours 30 minutes
Note: IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet all operate daily direct flights on these routes. Book flights at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance for the October to March season as seats fill up quickly.
Permits You Need for North East India
Some states require special permits for visiting. TravelsYatra handles all permit applications for you, but here is what you should know:
| State / Area | Permit Required | Who Needs It | How We Handle It |
| Arunachal Pradesh (all areas) | Inner Line Permit (ILP) | All Indian and foreign nationals | Applied online, included in package price |
| Nagaland | Inner Line Permit (ILP) | All Indian and foreign nationals | Applied online, included in package price |
| Manipur | Inner Line Permit (ILP) | All Indian and foreign nationals | Applied online, included in package price |
| Sikkim (North and East) | Protected Area Permit (PAP) | Foreign nationals only | Arranged through us before departure |
| Nathula Pass, Sikkim | Special Army Permit | All visitors | Arranged by us in Gangtok, 1 day prior |
| Bumla Pass, Arunachal | Restricted Area Permit | All visitors (via Army) | Arranged by us, subject to Army clearance |
What to Pack for Your North East India Trip
- Light layers for summer travel, heavy woolens for winter (October to February in hill areas)
- Rainproof jacket even in winter (North East is wet)
- Trekking shoes if your itinerary includes root bridge or valley treks
- Cash in INR: ATMs are less frequent in smaller towns and villages
- Aadhaar card or government ID for permit verification at checkpoints
- Power bank: electricity can be intermittent in remote areas
- Altitude sickness medication if going above 10,000 feet (Sikkim, Arunachal)
What Our Travellers Say
“We booked the Meghalaya package with TravelsYatra in January 2025 and it was one of the best decisions we have made. The living root bridge trek was challenging but our guide was excellent and the Dawki river blew our minds. Gagan sorted everything including our accommodation in Cherrapunji which had an amazing valley view. Highly recommend.”
Priya Mehta, Delhi | Meghalaya Explorer Package | January 2025
“We did the 12-night Grand Tour with our family of 5 in October 2024. The itinerary was tight but our driver and guide managed everything smoothly. Kaziranga safari was the highlight for our kids. Sikkim roads are not great but the views made up for it. TravelsYatra gave us honest advice about what to expect and did not oversell. That trust matters.”
Rajiv Agarwal, Noida | North East Grand Tour | October 2024
“Tawang in Arunachal changed me. I cannot think of a better way to describe it. The monastery, the altitude, the silence. TravelsYatra handled our permits (which I was worried about) without any issues. The team was reachable on WhatsApp throughout the trip.”
Anirudh Shukla, Gurgaon | Arunachal Adventure Package | April 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days are enough for a North East India trip from Delhi?
A focused single-state trip (Meghalaya or Assam) works well in 6 to 7 days. For two states, plan 10 to 12 days. If you want to cover three or more states properly, set aside 14 to 16 days. Rushing through multiple states is not recommended as the drives between destinations are long.
What is the best North East India tour package for first-timers?
Meghalaya or Assam are the easiest starting points. Both are well connected from Delhi via Guwahati, have good tourist infrastructure, and offer enough variety for a memorable first trip. Meghalaya is especially good for people who enjoy outdoor scenery without needing hardcore trekking.
Is North East India safe for solo travel and women travellers?
Yes. North East India is consistently ranked among the safer regions in India for solo and women travellers. People across the seven states are known for being welcoming and respectful. Take standard travel precautions as you would anywhere else. Avoid travelling alone on deserted mountain roads after dark.
Can I visit North East India during monsoon?
Meghalaya is actually stunning during monsoon (June to September) as the waterfalls are at peak volume. Assam and Kaziranga are best avoided as the park closes due to flooding. Sikkim and Arunachal become risky due to landslides. If you must travel during monsoon, Meghalaya or Shillong work well.
Are flights from Delhi to North East India expensive?
Round trip flights from Delhi to Guwahati currently range from INR 4,500 to INR 12,000 depending on how early you book. Booking 6 to 8 weeks in advance usually gets you good fares on IndiGo or Air India. October to December prices are higher due to peak season demand.
What permits do I need for North East India as an Indian citizen?
Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Manipur. This can be done online through each state’s official portal. Foreign nationals need Protected Area Permits for Sikkim and several areas in Arunachal. TravelsYatra handles all permit applications as part of our packages.
Do you offer custom North East itineraries?
Yes. All our packages listed above can be customised in terms of duration, accommodation grade, specific sites to include, or group size. We also build fully custom itineraries from scratch. WhatsApp or call us at the number below and we will share a detailed proposal within 24 hours.
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