DAY 1
Arrival at Dibrugarh Airport, alternatively Jorhat Airport. Reception by our representative. Drive to Neemati Ghat (3½ hour from Dibrugarh Airport / 1 ½ hours from Jorhat Airport). Embark the vessel. We get introduced to the crew member and prepare ourselves for the Captain's Welcome Dinner and small cultural evening.
DAY 2
Early morning we take an hour drive to Sivasagar, the Kingdom of the Ahom Rulers. We shall visit the ruins of the Ahom Kingdom, the famous Shiva Temple, and the lakes namely Borpukhuri, Ranghar, and Talatalghar (The last capital of the Ahoms and the Military Station) Lunch at one of the city Restaurant .After Lunch back to the Vessel and sail to Kamalabari, the age old commercial ghat of Majuli. Overnight onboard at Kamalabari.
DAY 3
After an early breakfast we will go for an excursion to Majuli, the largest river island in the World. It is the centre of Assam’s famous Vaisnavite form of Hinduism. The religious and cultural traditions are kept alive by the dedicated monks living in the monasteries locally known as Sattra. The monastery of Samaguri known as Samaguri Sattra is famous for the unique masks of Majuli which are used in Bhaona or religious plays. We shall visit some monasteries & interact with the monks.
Multifaceted in its attractions Majuli also unfolds a variety of interest like migratory birds, traditional handicrafts and pottery, ethnic culture and dance forms. The Sattriya dance from this sect is the latest entry into India’s recognized classical dances.
DAY 4
Early risers can watch the sunrise from the Sun Deck while savoring a cup of freshly brewed tea or walk laps on the Sun Deck before heading to the delectable morning buffet table. After breakfast, we will visit the Auniati Sattra and interact with the monks.
Returning to the vessel we start cruising through green valleys and blue hills. The landscapes are unrepentantly poetic and romantic. It’s a truly bracing experience, akin to cruising on one of the greatest rivers of the world. The vessel departs and cruises quietly through the day, and finally takes us to a deserted sleepy sand island near Dhansiri. Enjoy barbecue dinner on the island.
DAY 5
Today we start leisurely as we prepare for a visit in a Mising village. We take a small walk and experience the culture and life of a typical tribal village. We return to the vessel and start cruising downstream crossing the famous Kaziranga National Park on our left to our next destination Biswanath Ghat. We have a small stopover at the Ghat and visit the Biswanath temple and the Shiva temple situated at the bank of the river. We then further cruise downstream to finally reach Silghat for the night stay.
DAY 6
We rise early and drive to Kohora, central range of the Kaziranga National Park for an elephant safari through the tall swamp grasslands. The great one-horned Indian Rhinoceros is very easy to see. Few sanctuaries anywhere can provide as certain an assurance of a unique setting and sight of its best known wild animals and birds as can Kaziranga. After the safari, we take breakfast in a forest lodge, and then Tea Tour in the Nearby Tea Garden. Back for Lunch at one of the Jungle Lodge. In the afternoon we take another Jeep Safari to the eastern range of the park. We are accompanied by a naturalist with birds check list. The eastern range of the park is an ornithologist’s paradise. The many lakes on its marshy terrain are packed with residential and migratory avi faunas. Overnight onboard at Silghat.
DAY 7
Today we cruise further downstream to reach our next destination Tezpur, a town of magnificent scenic beauty and exquisite archaeological ruins. Spend the entire morning exploring the little charming town. We will visit 6th century ruins of the door frame of Da-Parbatia temple, Agnigarh, Bamuni Hill ruins, Mahabhairab temple and the Cole Park. Return to the vessel in the late afternoon and cruise to a deserted sand island near Tezpur for spending the night.
DAY 8
Today we cruise for the whole day. If luck favours with a clear sky, we can see the snow caped Himalayan range on our east. We may also have a small stopover at one of the many tribal villages situated on the bank of the river. Rest of the day, vessel cruises quietly and finally takes us to a deserted sleepy sand island. Enjoy a barbecue dinner on the sand island upstream Mayong and Pobitora.
DAY 9
Rising early morning we cruise in our country boat to visit Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary for an Elephant Safari. After safari, we take a village walk in Mayong. We visit the Museum where we can still see the age old manuscripts of Black Magic. If luck favours, we may also have a small interaction with the King of Mayong. We return to our vessel by noon. Lunch onboard as we start sailing. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon on board, while the vessel cruises to reach Kuruwa near Guwahati.
DAY 10
Early morning sail to the north bank of Guwahati, opposite to the heart of the city. We take a small walk and climb the steps to see the beautiful Aswaklanta temple situated on the top of a hill. We then drive to Hajo a pilgrimage site. We visit the temple ruins of Madan Kamdev; the erotic carving there indicates the strong tantric traditions of the region. Return back to the vessel in the evening for overnight stay.
DAY 11
Today we go for a local sightseeing tour in the ancient city, Guwahati. We pay homage to holly Maa Kamakhya temple situated atop the Nilachal Hills. See the beautiful city landscape from top of the hills. We drive down and visit Commonwealth War Graves, the Museum, and take a little walk in the market place before returning to the vessel by noon. Lunch onboard while we sail to Sualkuchi, (The Silk Village of Assam) also known as the Manchester of the East.
We visit a silk weaving workshop in Sualkuchi. We shall see the whole process of silk manufacture, from cocoon to spinning to dyeing and finally to hand weaving into exquisite Mekhelas and dress lengths. Return to the vessel and prepare ourselves for the Crew's Farewell Dinner and a small cultural dance show performed by the local artists. Over
DAY 12
Drive to Guwahati Airport for the onward journey. Tour terminates.
