Luxury East India Tours
Eastern India is extremely diverse as it includes one of India’s most crowded cities (Kolkata) as well as some of its most remote areas. It is perhaps the area least visited so a good option if you like to get off the tourist routes.
The north eastern states are rural and being landlocked and surrounded by the countries of Bangladesh, China, Bhutan, Burma and Nepal there is considerable ethnic and religious diversity – much of the population is tribal. The region is home to some of India’s most endangered wildlife (including the one-horned rhinoceros and Bengal tiger). The tiny state of Sikkim has valleys and terraced rice fields surrounded by mountains including Kanchenjunga the third highest in the world.
Regions
North East India stretches from the green lush plains of the Bay of Bengal to the undulating hills and the amazing heights of the Himalayas in the north. Comprising the seven states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura it is known as the Seven Sisters along with the state of Sikkim. While East India covers five states including West Bengal and the Andaman Islands. The area is less well travelled by tourists but it enjoys a diversity and charm all of its own, which is sure to impress. It has much to offer with a rich cultural heritage, spectacular natural beauty which is home to a wide variety of exotic wildlife and fauna as well as wonderful experiences such as river cruises and jeep safaris to discover.
Kolkata is a thriving city famous for its culture, cuisine and history. Formerly known as Calcutta, it's a charming metropolis where colonial-era architecture collides with new town suburbs. Places to see in include the Hooghly River & the Howrah Bridge spanning it, Victoria Memorial, the Indian Museum, Mother Teresa’s home, Jain Temples and a number of churches and markets.
Darjeeling is most famous for its tea and the Himalayan Railway. The best and most scenic way to travel to this hill station is on the narrow gauge train; it has been given an UNESCO World Heritage Site status. It's known for stunning views of the surrounding Kanchenjunga range (Tiger Hill is the popular spot for watching the sun rise) & the terraced tea gardens.
Gangtok is the capital city of the Himalayan state of Sikkim and is known for its preservation of the Tibetan culture. At this beautiful location, you’ll be entranced by green valleys & amazing views including the snow-topped Khangchendzonga National Park on a clear day. Views of the mountains are the endearing feature of the town of Gangtok.
Opened in 1904 and declared a National Park 68 years later, the Kaziranga hosts two thirds of the world’s endangered Indian one-horned rhinoceros population, as well as having the highest density of tigers in the world. Other mammals you can spot are elephants & wild water buffalo. Kaziranga is also home to various species of migrating and inhabitant birds.
A part of the world’s largest delta formed by the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna Rivers, Sundarbans is crisscrossed by hundreds of tributaries and creeks, mudflats and tiny islands. The park is one of the world’s largest Tiger Reserves, and amongst the greenery, you might catch a glimpse of India’s most iconic wildlife species - the Royal Bengal Tiger.
Kohima, the hilly capital of Nagaland, is famous for its pleasant climate, emerald green forests and a picturesque landscape. Built during the British Raj, Kohima is home to the Naga and Kulkis tribes. One of the must visit places here include the Commonwealth War Cemetery, the final resting place of thousands of brave soldiers of the World War II.
Private East India Tours
These are just a few of the Private East India tours available from Indus Bound.
For more options please see the India Private Tours or let us know for a Tailor-made India tour.
13 Days
Kolkata / Kalimpong / Gangtok
Pelling / Darjeeling
17 Days
Kolkata / Kaziranga / Touphema /
Kohima / Mokukchung /
Tuensang / Mon
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