Tawang Monastery Exploration

In short
Tawang Monastery Exploration is a 6 Days cultural tour in Arunachal Pradesh priced from ₹33,999 per person. It is rated Moderate difficulty, runs best in Mar-Oct. Booking direct with XTSY includes transport, permits and a local expert guide.
Tawang Monastery Exploration at a glance
- Price (per person)
- ₹33,999
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Location
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best season
- Mar-Oct
- Category
- cultural
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Permits & safety you must know before booking
Permit required: Arunachal Pradesh ILP / PAP
Arunachal Pradesh requires an Inner Line Permit for Indian nationals and a Protected Area Permit (PAP) for foreign nationals, which needs prior clearance and, in most cases, a minimum group size. Bumla Pass needs a separate permit issued by the Indian Army at Tawang and can be withdrawn at short notice for weather or security reasons.
High-altitude warning: Sela 13,700 ft · Bumla 15,200 ft
Sela Pass sits at 4,170 m (13,700 ft) and Bumla Pass at 4,633 m (15,200 ft). Acute mountain sickness is a real risk. Break the climb with a night at Bomdila or Dirang, hydrate, avoid alcohol, and descend immediately if you get a persistent headache, breathlessness at rest, or vomiting. Travellers with heart or lung conditions, and pregnant travellers, should seek medical advice before booking. Sela can close without notice in snow between December and March.
Permit rules and pass openings change. Confirm current requirements with the relevant state authority before you travel.
Discover the spiritual heart of Arunachal Pradesh — ancient monasteries, Bumla Pass at the India-China border, Sela Pass at 13,700 ft, and Monpa tribal culture.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1· Drive: Full day
Guwahati → Dirang
- Pickup from Guwahati Airport/Station
- Enroute stops: Tezpur – breakfast + fuel
- Bhalukpong – ILP checkpost
- Kameng River views along the road
- If time permits: Tipi Orchidarium
- Bomdila Viewpoint (if time permits)
Overnight: Dirang
- 2Day 2· Drive via Sela Pass (13,700 ft)
Dirang → Tawang
- After breakfast — drive to Tawang
- Dirang Dzong exploration
- Sela Pass crossing (13,700 ft) — snow-capped panoramas
- Sela Lake — sacred frozen high-altitude lake
- Jaswant Garh War Memorial stop
- Nuranang (Jang) Waterfall — 100m cascade
- Chill walk near Tawang market, momos mandatory
Overnight: Tawang
- 3Day 3
Tawang Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast — cover in and around Tawang
- Tawang Monastery — India's largest Buddhist monastery
- Urgelling Monastery — birthplace of 6th Dalai Lama
- Tawang War Memorial — 1962 heroes tribute
- Craft Centre / local market exploration
Overnight: Tawang
- 4Day 4· Drive: Full day | Army permits required
Tawang → Bum La Pass → Madhuri Lake → Tawang
- After breakfast — full day border excursion
- Sangetsar Lake (Madhuri Lake) — stunning glacial lake
- Bum La Pass — India-China border (15,200 ft)
- P.T. Tso Lake (Pankang Teng Tso)
Overnight: Tawang
- 5Day 5· Drive: Return journey
Tawang → Dirang
- After breakfast — drive to Dirang
- Thupsung Dhargye Ling Buddhist Monastery visit
- Hot springs at Dirang
- Local market exploration
Overnight: Dirang
- 6Day 6· Drive: Full day
Dirang → Guwahati (Departure)
- After breakfast — drive to Guwahati
- Scenic descent through Arunachal foothills
- Lunch stop en route
- Drop-off at Guwahati Airport/Railway Station
- Trip concludes
What’s included
- ✓ Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
- ✓ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓ Private transportation throughout
- ✓ Local expert guide
- ✓ All entry fees and permits
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
Not included
- ✕ Flights/train tickets to & from destination
- ✕ Personal expenses & tips
- ✕ Travel insurance
- ✕ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What's the best time to do this tour?
The best season for this tour is Mar-Oct. Weather is ideal and all activities are accessible.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
This tour is rated as "Moderate". Some fitness level recommended.
What about group sizes?
We keep groups small (4-12 people) for the best experience.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes! We offer private tours with customizable itineraries. Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
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₹33,999 per person