Tawang Monastery & Mountain Passes Tour — 6 Days / 5 Nights

Arunachal Pradesh, India

Overview

A 6-day journey through Arunachal Pradesh’s most dramatic high-altitude landscapes — from the misty hills of Dirang, over the snow-draped Sela Pass, to Tawang’s 400-year-old monastery and the India-China border at Bum La. This itinerary balances scenic drives with cultural immersion, ideal for first-time visitors to the Northeast’s mountain frontier.

Included / Exclude

  • Accommodation
  • Airport Transfer
  • Breakfast
  • Hotel Rent
  • Meals
  • Transport

Places You'll See :

India's largest Buddhist monastery, perched at 10,000 ft in Arunachal Pradesh, offering Himalayan views and deep Monpa Buddhist heritage.

1. Tawang Monastery

Location

Daily Schedule

Daily Itinerary Guwahati to Dirang

Depart Guwahati early morning, cross into Arunachal Pradesh at Bhalukpong (Inner Line Permit check), and continue through Bomdila to Dirang. Overnight stay to acclimatize before the higher-altitude stretch ahead.

Daily Itinerary Dirang to Tawang via Sela Pass

Cross Sela Pass (~13,700 ft), often snow-covered even outside winter. Stop at Jaswant Garh War Memorial before descending into Tawang town for check-in and rest.

Daily Itinerary Tawang Monastery & Local Sightseeing

Morning visit to Tawang Monastery, India's largest Buddhist monastery. Afternoon at the Craft Centre and local markets to explore Monpa handicrafts and textiles.

Daily Itinerary Bum La Pass & Madhuri Lake

Full-day excursion to Bum La Pass on the India-China border (permit and weather-dependent), combined with a stop at Madhuri Lake.

Daily Itinerary PTSO Lake / Nuranang Falls & Return to Dirang

Morning visit to PTSO Lake or Nuranang (Jang) Falls, then drive back over Sela Pass to Dirang.

Daily Itinerary Dirang to Guwahati

Return drive to Guwahati, retracing the route via Bomdila and Bhalukpong, with drop-off in the evening.

FAQ

Q: Do I need a permit to visit Tawang?

A: Yes. Every Indian citizen from outside Arunachal Pradesh needs an Inner Line Permit (ILP), applied for online in advance. A separate local permit is needed for Bum La Pass, usually arranged once you're in Tawang.

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