Dong Valley — 5 Days
The easternmost point of India, unhurried. Kaho on its own day. The 2 AM sunrise trek on its own morning. Backwater resorts and river dolphins on the way home. Five days — the complete Lohit valley and Dong circuit.
Five days. Every corner of the Lohit valley.
Dong Valley — the first sunrise on Indian soil
The trek to Dong Valley starts at 2 AM on Day 4. Dong Valley receives the first rays of sunrise in all of India. A certified trek guide is included. In the 5-day tour, the sunrise trek gets its own dedicated morning — not combined with any other sightseeing.
Kaho & Kibithu — the border gets a full day
In the 4-day tour, Kaho and Kibithu are combined with the sunrise trek on the same day. In the 5-day tour, Day 3 is entirely dedicated to Kaho, Dong Village and Kibithu. The first village of India, the border, the hanging bridge over the Lohit — at a proper pace.
Backwater resorts, river dolphins and Jagannath Temple on the way home
Day 5 adds a different close to the circuit: a lunch stop at one of the backwater resorts of Namsai, an optional river cruise for Gangetic river dolphin sighting near Tinsukia, and an evening darshan at the Jagannath Temple in Dibrugarh. The return is part of the experience.
Five days. Nothing rushed.
Every stop is from the real itinerary. Click each day to expand.
Cross India\'s longest bridge and into the Lohit valley
- Our representative welcomes you at Dibrugarh Airport / Station
- Drive past the iconic Dhola-Sadiya Bridge (Bhupen Hazarika Setu) — India\'s longest river bridge at 9.15 km
- Visit the Golden Pagoda at Namsai — serene Burmese-style Buddhist temple (entry included)
- Continue towards Parsuram Kund — a sacred pilgrimage site by the Lohit River
Lohit River views, hanging bridges and a war memorial
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the Lohit River, lush forests and remote villages
- Witness multiple hanging bridges along the way
- Arrive in Walong by afternoon
- Visit the India-China War Memorial and the Lohit River viewpoint
- Experience the open-air light & sound show (subject to availability)
Border villages and a hanging bridge over the Lohit
- After breakfast, set out for Kaho — the first village of India, right on the Indo-China border
- Meet the locals of Dong Village
- Visit Kibithu and cross the traditional hanging bridge over the Lohit River
India\'s first sunrise and the high trails above the valley
- Wake up around 2 AM and trek to Dong Valley for India\'s first sunrise (trek guide included)
- Around 2-hour one-way trek — easy to moderate level
- Enjoy the valley, click pictures, and return to the base point
- Meet the locals of Dong Village
- After lunch, move towards Hayuliang / Khupa
Backwater resorts, river dolphins and a temple on the way home
- Start the journey after breakfast towards Dibrugarh
- Stop for lunch at one of the Backwater Resorts of Namsai
- Optional: river cruise for river dolphin sighting in Tinsukia
- Evening darshan at Jagannath Temple, Dibrugarh
Real shots from real trips.
No stock. No filters. Every frame is from the Lohit valley, Dong and the border.
Dibrugarh to the edge of India and back.
Every stop is real. Every road is part of the experience.
Day 1 Start
Day 1 Landmark
Day 1 Stop
Day 1 Stop
Night 1
Day 2 Stops
Night 2
Day 3 Highlight
Day 3 Stop
Night 3
Day 4 Highlight
Night 4
Day 5 Stop
Day 5 Optional
Day 5 Close
Day 5 End
Honest. Transparent. No surprises.
- ✓Vehicle — SUV throughout the tour
- ✓Accommodation for 4 nights — double or triple sharing (mostly homestays)
- ✓Inner Line Permit (ILP) — fully arranged by us
- ✓Gate entry charges at Golden Pagoda, Namsai
- ✓Trek guide for Dong Valley sunrise trek
- ✓Domestic travel insurance
- ✓24x7 assistance throughout the tour
- ✕Lunch & Dinner — not included (local options available)
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Activity charges (e.g. optional river dolphin cruise)
- ✕Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above
SUV only. Multiple group sizes.
The Lohit valley requires an SUV. One vehicle type, multiple group sizes, transparent per-person pricing.
- SUV for entire 5-day tour
- 4 nights accommodation with breakfast (mostly homestays)
- Inner Line Permit (ILP) arranged
- Entry charges at Golden Pagoda, Namsai
- Trek guide for Dong Valley sunrise trek
- Domestic travel insurance
- 24x7 assistance throughout the tour
Five days at the edge of India for two. Golden Pagoda, Kaho border village, the 2 AM sunrise trek, backwater lunch and river dolphins on the way home.
Three in an SUV for 5 days on the complete Lohit circuit. Great for a small family or close friends.
Four in an SUV — comfortable for 5 days on the Lohit valley circuit. Best value for a small group.
Five in an SUV — full vehicle, solid savings over 5 days. Great for groups wanting India\'s easternmost experience.
Best per-person price. Six people, full SUV, five days to the easternmost point of India.
Terms & Conditions
- SUV accommodates a maximum of 6 passengers. Exact model subject to availability.
- Prices are per adult basis. Infants (1-5 years) free. Two children (5-12 years) = 1 adult.
- Accommodation is mostly homestays. Standard varies — these are remote areas.
- Day 3 overnight: Tilam Hotspring camp or Dong Village homestay — subject to availability.
- Rates may fluctuate with changes in hotels or services. Any difference borne by the client.
- Get Set Jui may rearrange the itinerary due to weather or conditions without reducing days.
- Cancellation: 50% refund if cancelled 30+ days before departure. No refund within 30 days.
Your questions, answered.
Do I need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Dong Valley?
Yes — Arunachal Pradesh requires an ILP for all non-residents. The Lohit and Anjaw districts require additional restricted area permits. We arrange all permits entirely on your behalf. Share your Aadhaar Card or Passport details at least 10 days before departure. All permit fees are included.
How does the 5-day tour differ from the 4-day Dong Valley tour (4DD)?
In 4DD, Kaho, Kibithu and the sunrise trek all happen on Day 3. In 5DD, Day 3 is fully dedicated to Kaho and Kibithu, and Day 4 is the dedicated 2 AM sunrise trek. Day 5 also adds a new return route with backwater resort lunch, an optional river dolphin cruise and Jagannath Temple darshan in Dibrugarh — none of which are in the 4-day tour.
What is the Dong Valley sunrise trek and how early do we start?
The trek to Dong Valley begins around 2 AM from your night\'s accommodation. Dong Valley receives India\'s first sunrise. The trek is approximately 2 hours one-way, rated easy to moderate. A certified trek guide is included. In the 5-day tour, this trek has its own dedicated morning on Day 4.
What is Kaho village?
Kaho is the northernmost and easternmost village in India, in the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh, right on the Indo-China border. In the 5-day tour, Day 3 is entirely dedicated to Kaho, Dong Village and Kibithu — giving the border area the time it deserves.
What is the backwater resort lunch stop on Day 5?
Namsai district has a network of backwater resorts along the river — peaceful, scenic lunch stops on the long drive back to Dibrugarh. Day 5 also includes an optional river cruise near Tinsukia for Gangetic river dolphin sighting, and an evening darshan at the Jagannath Temple in Dibrugarh.
Why does the tour depart from Dibrugarh?
Dong Valley is in Anjaw district, the easternmost district of Arunachal Pradesh — much closer to Dibrugarh than to Guwahati. The route goes via Dhola-Sadiya Bridge east along the Lohit valley. Dibrugarh is the natural gateway for this circuit.
What\'s not included — lunch and dinner?
Breakfast is included for all 4 mornings. Lunch and dinner are not included. Budget Rs. 300-500 per person per day. The optional river dolphin cruise is also not included.
What should I pack?
Pack warm clothes — Walong and Dong are cold, especially at 2 AM for the trek. Layered warm clothes, jacket, gloves and a hat. Good grip trekking shoes for the Dong Valley trek. A torch or headlamp for the 2 AM start. Carry a rucksack.
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel 30 or more days before the tour start date, you will receive a 50% refund of the paid amount. If you cancel within 30 days, no refund will be given. We strongly recommend travel insurance for this tour.