Northeast India Destinations

Explore all seven Northeast Indian states covered by XTSY — state guides, base towns and individual attractions, organised so you can plan a route rather than a single stop.

Meghalaya

The wettest state in India — living root bridges, canyon waterfalls, crystal rivers and the Khasi, Jaintia and Garo hills.

Assam

The Brahmaputra valley — Kaziranga rhinos, tea estates, Majuli island and the gateway to all of Northeast India.

Arunachal Pradesh

High Himalaya — Tawang monastery, Sela Pass, Ziro valley and remote tribal river valleys. Inner Line Permit required.

Nagaland

Naga hills — the Hornbill Festival, Dzukou valley trek and living village culture. Inner Line Permit required.

Manipur

Loktak Lake floating phumdis, Keibul Lamjao park and the Imphal valley’s Meitei culture.

Mizoram

Ridge-top towns, bamboo forests, Phawngpui blue mountain and some of India’s cleanest hill roads.

Tripura

Ujjayanta Palace, the lake palace of Neermahal and the rock carvings of Unakoti.

Frequently asked questions

Which places should I visit first in Meghalaya?

Start with Shillong, Sohra (Cherrapunjee) and Dawki. Together they cover waterfalls, caves, living root bridges and the clear Umngot River.

Does XTSY arrange trips outside Meghalaya?

Yes. XTSY's own stay is in New Shillong Township; elsewhere in the Northeast, stays, transport and guides come from trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single contact.

Do I need permits?

Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit for Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur. Meghalaya, Assam and Sikkim's main areas do not need one, though some border areas in Sikkim do.