DAY 1: ARRIVE KOLKATA

Arrival at Kolkata airport, you will be received by an Oceantics Holidays representative and escorted to the hotel.

Kolkata -Kolkata is situated on the East bank of the Hooghly River. Kolkata is seen as the land of various scholars. It was the capital of British India before Delhi expected this position. People in Kolkata were politically very aware and followed communism. From a small fisherman’s village Kolkata developed to become one of the major cities in the World. The city stands for originality and ardor with all the modern facilities available. Though Kolkata has altered itself to the modern trends and techniques of the world but it hasn’t cast off the laid back lifestyle and the calm of it’s hey days. It is a city that has an everlasting beauty and also a city that induces extreme emotions. Kolkata besides being an extremely populous city, it is also the city where Mother Teresa worked tirelessly for the poor and the homeless and the city where Rabindranath Tagore wrote his famous books.

Overnight stay in Kolkata.

DAY 2: DAY IN KOLKATA

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for sightseeing tour of Kolkata city.

Tour includes visits to the following places of interest:

Victoria Memorial - A fine example of British architecture, this building was constructed in memory of Queen Victoria. And in 1921 Victoria Memorial was inaugurated by Prince of Wales.

Birla Planetarium – Birla Planetarium is the oldest planetarium in India, with its neoclassical design, which resembles Roman architecture.

St Paul's Cathedral -St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of the most prominent Western-style constructions in Kolkata. The construction of this building took eight years to complete. In 1847, the gates to this church were open for the British public in Kolkata. After the Canterbury Cathedral’s bell tower, the tower of St. Paul’s Cathedral was molded. St. Paul’s Cathedral and the rest of the buildings were mainly designed and planned by a military engineer, William Nairn Forbes. With the neo-gothic style of construction, the cathedral was constructed with beautifully tinted glass windows.

Indian Museum -In 1878, the Indian Museum was established in Kolkata. The Indian Museum is considered as the largest museum in the country and one of the best in Asia. The construction of this museum was done in the Italian architectural style.

After that visit the local markets in Kolkata where you can shop for Bengali Sarees, Murshidabad silks, handicrafts etc.

Overnight stay in Kolkata.            

DAY 3: FLY KOLKATA – GUWAHATI & DRIVE TO KAZIRANGA (240 KMS / 5 HRS)

After breakfast , check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Board your flight to Guwahati.

On arrival at the airport, drive to Kaziranga National Park. Check in at the resort.

Kaziranga National Park: Nestled in the lush wilderness of the foothills of the North East Himalayas, Kaziranga National Park is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Spread over floodplains of the Brahmaputra River, forests, wetlands and grasslands, it is a popular wildlife sanctuary in India. Home to tigers, elephants, river dolphins, rare migratory birds, the world’s largest population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses and many more species of the animal kingdom.

Note: Kaziranga National Park remains open from 01st Nov to 30th April every year. Dinner and overnight at the lodge/resort.

Overnight stay in Kaziranga.

DAY 4: DAY IN KAZIRANGA

Early morning Elephant ride/ Jeep safari after breakfast.

Afternoon jeep safari inside the park.

Note: Elephant ride is subject to availability from forest department.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge/resort.

DAY 5: DAY IN KAZIRANGA

Early morning Elephant ride/ Jeep safari after breakfast. Afternoon jeep safari inside the park.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge/resort.

DAY 6: KAZIRANGA TO SHILLONG (350 KMS / 7 HRS)

After breakfast, drive from Kaziranga to Shillong (350 kms / 7 hours approx.). The scenic ride through the mountains.

Shillong: A beautiful hill station in North East India, Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya "Abode of Clouds". Picturesque sights such as manicured gardens, lakes, waterfalls, and rolling hills present a matchless view. The culture of indigenous natives and friendly locals is also fascinating. It is one of the unexplored gems of North East Himalayas.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 7: EXCURSION TO CHERRAPUNJEE (56 KMS / 2 HRS APPROX)

After early breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee (56 kms / 2 hours approx.). The day excursions covers many attractions including:

Visit the Elephant falls on the way. Visit the Nohsngithiang Falls, Mawsmai caves, Arwah caves and Nohkalikai Falls. Also see the valley of Bangladesh below. Explore the nature’s beauty in the pristine North East India.

Drive back to Shillong.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8: DAY IN SHILLONG

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Shillong:

Wards Lake: A beautiful manmade lake with short garden walks and boating facilities, this is a popular spot for both local and visiting tourists. (Tuesdays closed).

Don Bosco Museum: Preserving the rich cultural heritage of North East India, the museum & research centre contains seventeen galleries displaying cultural artefacts and paintings. (Closed on Sundays)

The Catholic Cathedral: A Roman Cathedral in the middle of the city it is an architectural marvel that is witness to the days of British Raj.

In the afternoon visit:

Lady Hydari Park: A popular spot both with locals and tourist, it is located in the heart of the city with an abundance of plants and flowers.

 Police Bazaar: The hub of shopping in the town is also a foodie paradise. Street shopping treasures include traditional handicrafts stores, exquisite Meghalaya merchandise, regional apparels, junk jewellery, etc.

 Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 9: DRIVE SHILLONG – GUWAHATI AIRPORT (110 KMS / 4 HRS APPROX) FLY TO KOLKATA AND DEPARTURE

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Kolkata.

Depart for home or onward journey from the Kolkata International Airport.