The picturesque amphitheatre of wooden hills, the beauty that flows across the Brahmaputra River is what describes the spirit of Guwahati. Guwahati, the capital city of Assam is the perfect blend of ancient history and modernisation. This holiday destination is pretty well renowned for its mystique charm, electric ambience and beaming, sparkling nightlife is what makes it stand out as one of the most adored tourist destinations in India. The place festooned with age old temples along with mighty Brahmputra carries the tales of thousand years that shapes the city with a perfect touch of modernism and legacy of timeless traditions.
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As a tourist, you can never really run out of options to explore Guwahati in all its glory and radiance. This place is so full of surprises that you’ll always end up discovering something new enshrined within its rich culture and heritage. For art lovers and artisans, Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra is nothing short of a creative haven. For stargazers, science enthusiasts and moon lovers, Guwahati Planetarium is nothing short of a dream come true.
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It is one of the fastest emerging urbanisations of the country and that’s why you can expect to relish some of the most thrilling activities out there be it boat ride, cruise sailing and insane shopping sprees, clicking wildlife photos and a lot more than this. Some of its major attractions include: Regional science center, Saraighat Bridge, Café Hendrix – a dream paradise for all passionate music lovers where you can definitely indulge in some crazy jazz blues and spend a nice, riveting and a memorable evening dedicated to the luxury of some heavenly leisure of good music and brilliant performances in a live show.  You also can’t really miss to visit Assam State zoo, especially if kids are accompanying you. It’s quite a large zoo, replete with exotic flora and Fauna and located in the amazing setting of Madgharia hills. If you’re looking for a perfect timing to plan a trip to Guwahati, then this is the time. Winter season is the perfect time to explore this one of the most exquisite tourist destinations of India. So, grab your backpacks and head into an experience of a lifetime.
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BOOK YOUR TOUR PACKAGE
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Plan your next best travel package for Guwahati from the wide variety of packages TripsGateway offers, tailor made to suit all your preferences, needs, comforts and expectations. Choose the one that perfectly meets your budget criteria as well as standards. Starting from as low as INR 5001/- we offer a range of Guwahati Tour packages. These packages cover all Deluxe, luxury and premium categories and all the amazing hotels, resorts and major attractions. Guwahati holiday tour packages are designed and customised with best possible handpicked alternatives when it comes to itineraries, hotels, best tourist destinations and other specifications so that you can truly enjoy a wonderful and convenient trip at its best. Some of the best Guwahati Tour Packages that we offer are Magical Meghalaya, Rhinoland Tour, Amazing Arunachal, Wonders of Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal etc. That can be customised as per your preferences.
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WONDERS OF GUWAHATI THAT YOU MUST NOT MISS
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Guwahati is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and enchanting tourist destinations in Northeast India. Famously renowned as the ‘City of Temples’, it is blessed with an unparalleled ancient history of some of the most devotional focal points of the country. It boasts of lush foothills of Shillong Plateau that serves itself as a captivating backdrop. The most revered of all Kamakhya temple to Umamnanda Temple located at Peacock Island makes it stand out as an ultimate spiritual and devotional destination. Guwahati is a very unique, culturally rich and vibrant city where one can also visit to explore the rarest and most charming wildlife species in the country if wildlife adventure is something that attracts you. It can be a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and spiritual souls looking for some intoxicating spiritual bliss. Here we have compiled some of the most prominent wonders that this deeply pure and beautiful place can bestow your travel with.
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Regional science centre: The Regional Science Centre is one of the most sought after places for Science enthusiasts and the lovers of the subject. It offers unusual and deep insight into the subject and includes some of the most surreal attractions one will ever find anywhere such as cliff lift, Magic Tap, colamin, and a fun mirror that explains science in quite fun and amusing manner. It is a very good place for someone who wishes to dive deeper into the subject and explore more of its hidden secrets. It can truly turn out to be a surreal experience for someone who truly loves the subject. Here you get to experience science in its pristine and most unique form that will literally leave you hooked. For children especially, visiting this can truly be a pure delight. You can also plan a school trip for your students to this place if you’re a teacher or can visit with your family as well if you love curiosity and exploring things deeply.
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Saraighat bridge: This is absolutely a must visit tourist destination that one just can’t miss if they’re travelling to Guwahati. Built over Brahmaputra river, it actually serves as a vital link between Northeast region and the rest of the country. If sunset is your favourite colour, then this would truly be a sight to behold for you for the rest of your lives. Well renowned for its exceptionally awe-inspiring sunrise and sunset views, it offers a serene landscape and a beautiful flow of the river over the horizon.
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Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary is basically a diverse ecosystem created out of various rare species of Flaura & Fauna. It includes various species of aquatic, semi aquatic plants and various other types of plants. Apart from that it also boasts of variety of mammals, reptiles and birds such as Indian false vampire, Indian flying fox, Chinese pangolin, Asiatic Jackal, Bengal fox, short nosed fruit bat and over 119 species of exotic birds have been recorded in this sanctuary. So, bird watchers and wildlife photographers? Gear up for this one hell of a ride into the world of something rare, precious and insanely wild.
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Chandubi: Nestled within some of the most incredible hills covered with moist deciduous and semi evergreen forests, Chandubi is quite a place to be visited if you want to enjoy some refreshing and joyous picnic moments with your loved ones at the bank of a pristine water body. Then this is the perfect manifestation of such imagination. It is located within the Barduar reserve forest in Kamrup district of Assam. It is a famous tourist spot owning to its tranquil settings and pristine natural beauty. It is also visited to conduct various scientific researches. It is quite a secluded wetland with low biotic interference. The best hours to visit here are Morning and evening time.
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GUWAHATI NIGHTLIFE
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For all those who think that nightlife is not the stuff meant to be explored in Guwahati then I am here to bust the myth for you. Let me give you a sneak peek what else is there to be explored in Guwahati’s exciting nightlife or better thrilling and amazing nightlife. It’s gotta be totally lit.
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Silver Streaks Bars: Your perfect destination to have a wonderful evening is akin to driving straight to the Silver Streaks Bar located at the large entrance of the lavish Brahmaputra River hotel. Mellow lightening, exquisite ambience and soft interiors feel amazingly surreal and intimate. You will get lots of options to try from the menu card and also some lovely drinks, chilled beer or fine scotch, wine and whiskey is worth trying. From cutlery to starters to the main menu to drinks to ambience everything is fascinating about this bar and you will really have a hard time leaving from here.
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Reign bar & lounge: For a delightful experience at a lounge bathed in soft pinkish glow and golden radiance is a must to have if you’re visiting Guwahati. They also have special wine tasting sessions here that is a must try for every wine connoisseur out there. They also have vegan and gluten free food options in their menu. You’re sure to love this bar and its simply serene vibe.
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Apart from that, there are lots of options to explore Guwahati’s nightlife shenanigans at their best. You can definitely head to Kitchen Bar & Restaurant, Club, dine, music & dance, Rainforest Bar etc for unique and absolutely breathtaking experiences. Enjoy...
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BEST ACTIVITIES TO BE EXPLORED IN GUWAHATI
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Horse riding: Horse riding is clearly one of the most sought after activities of Guwahati. If you’ve always been fascinated by horses and never got a chance to try your skill or learn the art of riding this magnificent animal then Guwahati can definitely turn out to be one such place for you where you can accomplish this long cherished dream of yours. At Tapesia, you can definitely take a professional training and by the end of this training, you will have tons of amazing memories, a skill or perhaps expertise of a graceful cowboy and of course, a trusted steed.
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Archery: Are you a true blue Sagittarian? Even if you’re not the one, you still wouldn’t be able to resist trying this awesome activity in Guwahati. Archery is clearly one of the most admired activities and also quite thrilling that clearly teleports your senses to the battleground of medieval ages. In Guwahati, you will get plenty of opportunities to try and master this royal activity. There are various archery arcades that you can head to try your hand at this sport. You will get to learn the intricacies of this sport and perhaps in the pursuit, you too end up discovering something excitingly new and latent skill of yours and if you turn out to be really good then you can definitely compete for prizes in various contests. Doesn’t it sound super cool?
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Rappelling: The hills and valleys of Guwahati provide the ideal playground for these activities. All the required safety measures are in place so you can forget your fears and freely rappel your way to the bottom. Even if you’re a beginner and not quite sure of what to do, you have nothing to fear as you will be trained and guided by experts.it is absolutely value for money and a must try out to satiate the lust for adventure within you.
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Trekking: Guwahati is also one of the prime destinations for all things adventure and Trekking is clearly one of the most attractive and hottest activity people absolutely love trying out there. Some of the key trekking spots where you can definitely experience the great adrenaline rush of trekking and every bit of amazing adventure are: Hills of Nirozapaar, Nilachal Hill. Make sure to keep yourself packed and well layered against the chilled winds and cool weather and carry an extra jacket and ample water with you.
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HOW TO REACH GUWAHATI
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Guwahati’s airport is known as Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. It is the main international airport of northeast India. It is well-connected to many cities in the country, by regular flights. Domestic airlines such as AirAsia India, Air India, GoAir, IndiGo, Jet Airways, SpiceJet and Vistara have flights to and from cities such as Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, etc. and also to north-eastern cities such as Imphal, Silchar, Aizwal and Shillong. To check available flight schedule at the moment, you can refer to official sources.
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KEY FAQ
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Q.1 What’s the best time to visit Guwahati?
Ans. The ideal time to visit Guwahati is the winter season (October-March)
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Q.2 What’s the theme of Guwahati holiday destination?
Ans. Pilgrimage, spirituality and adventure is what Guwahati is all about.
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Q.3 What’s the best thing about Guwahati?
Ans. Brahmaputra River, Peacock Island
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Q.4 What should I watch out for? What’s the weather in Guwahati?
Ans. Humidity, crowded places can be slightly bothersome. The weather generally remains humid or slightly colder.
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Q.5 How should I travel within Guwahati?
Ans. There are various modes of transportation available at your disposal. Public transport is pretty well developed and apart from this, there are frequent buses running through the city to take you places. Night city bus service, Government buses are also available there.
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Q.6 Any Ideal places for couples in Guwahati?
Ans. Certainly, there are lots of beautiful options for couples in Guwahati. Some of prime locations are: Kamakhya Hills, Saraighat Bridge for sunset lovers, Umananda Island, Nehru Park, Ferry Ghat, Isle Natura etc.
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