Tawang Tour with Chuna–Mago
Bumla Pass at 15,200 ft on the Indo-China border. Tawang Monastery — second-largest in the world. Mago and Chuna Valley, where very few tours venture. Six days, four vehicle types, two stay tiers. The most complete Tawang itinerary we offer.
Six days. The deepest Tawang has to offer.
Bumla Pass — 15,200 ft on the Indo-China border
Day 4 takes you to Bumla Pass, where India meets China at 15,200 ft. This is a restricted area requiring a special permit — included in this tour. Very few itineraries in Arunachal Pradesh include Bumla. Standing at the border post is unlike anything else on the Northeast India circuit.
Mago & Chuna Valley — beyond the usual Tawang circuit
Day 3 takes you into Mago and the adjacent Chuna Valley — remote, near the Tibetan border, and rarely visited. The Jung Waterfalls on the return are one of the most dramatic natural features near Tawang. Most packaged tours skip this entirely.
Tawang Monastery — the most important stop on any Tawang trip
Built in the 17th century at 10,000 ft, Tawang Monastery is the largest in India and the second-largest in the world. Day 5 morning is dedicated to the monastery — butter lamps, ancient thangkas, chanting monks, and a view down the valley that requires no filter.
Six days. Nothing left out.
Every stop is from the real itinerary. Click each day to expand.
Through the border belt into farm country
- Bhairabkund — tri-junction of Assam, Arunachal & Bhutan
- Enter Bhutan briefly — walk across a hanging bridge and explore the local market
- Stop at the Tenzin Gaon viewpoint
- Visit the State Horticulture Farm, Shergaon
- Visit the serene Shergaon Gompa
Over the roof of Arunachal
- Begin the journey towards Jung after breakfast
- Short halt at Dirang · Visit the ancient Dirang Monastery
- Sela Pass and Sela Lake — 13,700 ft of high-altitude beauty
- Jaswantgarh War Memorial — tribute to a hero of 1962
- Arrive Jung — gateway to the Tawang valley
Deep into remote Arunachal
- Drive towards Mago — one of Arunachal\'s most remote valleys
- Explore the rugged beauty of Chuna Valley
- Return back to Jung
- Visit the spectacular Jung Waterfalls
- Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- Drive to Tawang for the night
A full day of iconic Tawang sights
- Giant Buddha Statue overlooking Tawang valley
- Tawang War Memorial
- Bob Khathing Museum
- PT Tso Lake — pristine alpine waters
- Bumla Pass (15,200 ft) — at the Indo-China border (permit included)
- Sangetsar (Madhuri) Lake
- Stroll through the lively Tawang Market
Tawang\'s grand monastery, then down the highway
- Tawang Monastery — largest in India, second-largest in the world
- Jaswantgarh War Memorial (en route)
- Pass through the newly opened Sela Tunnel
- Chug Valley Heritage Museum
- Visit the Bomdila Monastery
- Arrive Bomdila for the night
A scenic close through bridges and waterfalls
- Walk across the scenic Tenga Valley Hanging Bridge
- Stop at the Tippi Orchid Research Centre
- Nag Mandir Darshan
- Visit the picturesque Nechipula Falls
- Drop off at Guwahati airport or city centre
Real shots from real trips.
No stock. No filters. Every frame is from Tawang, Bumla, Mago and the road.
Guwahati to the Indo-China border and back.
Every stop is real. Every road is part of the experience.
Day 1 Start
Day 1 Highlight
Night 1
Day 2 Stop
Day 2 Highlight
Night 2
Day 3 Excursion
Night 3 & 4
Day 4 Highlight
Day 5 Drive
Night 5
Day 6 Stops
Day 6 End
Honest. Transparent. No surprises.
- ✓Transportation throughout the tour
- ✓Accommodation for 5 nights — double or triple sharing with breakfast
- ✓Inner Line Permit (ILP) — fully arranged by us
- ✓Vehicle & Permit for Bumla Pass (Indo-China border)
- ✓Vehicle & Permit for Chuna-Mago (and Gongkar La if opted)
- ✓Travel insurance
- ✓Assistance throughout the tour
- ✓All sightseeing charges along the route
- ✕Lunch & Dinner — not included (local options available)
- ✕Personal expenses or adventure activity charges
- ✕Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- ✕5% GST (applicable on all prices)
- ✕Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above
Four vehicles. Two stay tiers. Pick your fit.
Sedan · Compact SUV · SUV · Tempo Traveller. Deluxe or Premium stays. Select your vehicle tab, then your group size and stay tier.
- Sedan vehicle for entire 6-day tour
- 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Inner Line Permit arranged
- Vehicle & Permit for Bumla Pass
- Vehicle & Permit for Chuna-Mago
- Travel insurance
- All sightseeing charges
Sedan for two. Bhutan walk, Sela Pass, Mago Valley, Bumla Pass and Tawang Monastery. Deluxe stay: well-rated guesthouses and hotels throughout.
Sedan for two with Premium accommodation. The best available hotels at each stop on the 6-day Tawang circuit.
Three in a sedan for 6 days. The full Tawang circuit including Bumla and Mago. Deluxe stay: well-rated hotels throughout.
Three in a sedan for 6 days with Premium accommodation. Best available properties on the Tawang circuit.
Full sedan capacity, best per-person price for sedan. Four people, complete Tawang circuit. Deluxe stay throughout.
Full sedan capacity with Premium accommodation. Best available hotels on the 6-day Tawang circuit.
Terms & Conditions
- Sedan accommodates maximum 4 passengers comfortably
- All prices exclude 5% GST
- Deluxe: well-rated guesthouses and hotels. Premium: best available properties.
- Infants (1–5 years) free. Two children (5–12 years) = 1 adult.
- Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- Compact SUV for entire 6-day tour
- More mountain road comfort than a sedan
- 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Inner Line Permit arranged
- Vehicle & Permit for Bumla Pass
- Vehicle & Permit for Chuna-Mago
- Travel insurance
- All sightseeing charges
Compact SUV for two — more mountain road comfort on 6 days of high-altitude driving. Deluxe stay throughout.
Compact SUV for two with Premium accommodation. The best hotels at every stop on the Tawang circuit.
Three in a compact SUV for 6 days. Comfortable on Sela Pass and Bumla Pass roads. Deluxe stay throughout.
Three in a compact SUV for 6 days with Premium accommodation. Best available properties on the circuit.
Full compact SUV, best per-person price for this vehicle. Four people, full Tawang circuit. Deluxe stay.
Full compact SUV with Premium accommodation. Best available hotels across 5 nights on the Tawang circuit.
Terms & Conditions
- Compact SUV accommodates maximum 4 passengers comfortably
- All prices exclude 5% GST
- Deluxe: well-rated hotels. Premium: best available properties.
- Infants (1–5 years) free. Two children (5–12 years) = 1 adult.
- Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- SUV (Innova/Scorpio) for entire 6-day tour
- Strongly recommended for Sela Pass, Bumla Pass and Mago roads
- 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Inner Line Permit arranged
- Vehicle & Permit for Bumla Pass
- Vehicle & Permit for Chuna-Mago
- Travel insurance
- All sightseeing charges
Full-size SUV for two. Six days, every altitude, every permit. Deluxe stay: well-rated guesthouses throughout.
Full-size SUV for two with Premium accommodation. The definitive 6-day Tawang experience in maximum comfort.
Three in an SUV for 6 days. Plenty of room for warm gear on high-altitude roads. Deluxe stay throughout.
Three in an SUV for 6 days with Premium accommodation. Best available hotels on every stop of the Tawang circuit.
Four in an SUV for 6 days — the most popular configuration. Comfortable, well-priced, right vehicle. Deluxe stay.
Four in an SUV for 6 days with Premium accommodation. Best available properties at each stop.
Five in an SUV — full vehicle, solid savings over 6 days. Deluxe stay. Great for office and college groups.
Five in an SUV with Premium accommodation. Full vehicle, excellent savings over 6 days.
Best per-person price for SUV. Six people, full SUV, 6 days on the complete Tawang circuit. Deluxe stay.
Six in a full SUV with Premium accommodation. The best of everything on the 6-day Tawang circuit.
Terms & Conditions
- All prices exclude 5% GST
- Deluxe: well-rated guesthouses and hotels. Premium: best available properties at each stop.
- Prices are per adult. Infants (1–5 years) free. Two children (5–12 years) = 1 adult.
- Rates may fluctuate with hotel/service changes. Any difference borne by the client.
- Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- Cancellation: 50% refund if cancelled 30+ days before. No refund within 30 days.
- Tempo Traveller for entire 6-day tour
- Ideal for large groups of 7 or more
- 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Inner Line Permit arranged
- Vehicle & Permit for Bumla Pass
- Vehicle & Permit for Chuna-Mago
- Travel insurance
- All sightseeing charges
Tempo Traveller for 7 people. The right vehicle for the full Tawang circuit with a larger group. Deluxe stay.
Tempo Traveller for 7 with Premium accommodation. Best available hotels on every stop.
Eight people, one Tempo Traveller, 6 days to Tawang. Comfortable and well-priced. Deluxe stay.
Eight people with Premium accommodation on the full Tawang circuit. Best available hotels throughout.
Nine people on the full Tawang circuit. Great per-person value. Deluxe stay throughout.
Nine people with Premium accommodation on the Tawang circuit. Best available hotels at every stop.
Best per-person price on the entire tour. 10 or more people on the full 6-day Tawang circuit. Deluxe stay.
10 or more people with Premium accommodation on the full 6-day Tawang circuit. Best available hotels throughout.
Terms & Conditions
- All prices exclude 5% GST
- Tempo Traveller capacity: typically 12–16 seats. Contact us for exact seating.
- Deluxe: well-rated properties. Premium: best available at each stop.
- Prices are per adult. Infants (1–5 years) free. Two children (5–12 years) = 1 adult.
- Optional add-on: Gongkar La — Rs. 3,000 per vehicle
- Cancellation: 50% refund if cancelled 30+ days before. No refund within 30 days.
Your questions, answered.
Do I need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for this tour?
Yes — Arunachal Pradesh requires an ILP for all non-residents. For Tawang specifically, a Protected Area Permit (PAP) is also required. Additionally, Bumla Pass requires a separate Border Area Permit. We arrange all three permits entirely on your behalf. Share your Aadhaar Card or Passport details at least 10 days before departure. All permit fees are included in the package price.
What is the difference between Deluxe and Premium stays?
Deluxe stay: well-rated guesthouses and mid-category hotels at each stop — clean, comfortable and good value. Premium stay: the best available property at each location — higher-category hotels with better amenities, views and service. The itinerary, vehicle, and all other inclusions are identical across both tiers. Only the accommodation quality differs.
What is Bumla Pass and why is it special?
Bumla Pass at 15,200 ft is on the actual Indo-China border in Tawang district. It is a restricted area requiring a special Border Area Permit — which we include in this tour. Very few commercial itineraries include Bumla. You can walk right up to the border post. It is the most politically charged and dramatic stop on any Northeast India tour.
What is the Gongkar La add-on?
Gongkar La is a high-altitude lake near Tawang, available as an optional add-on for Rs. 3,000 per vehicle (not per person). It requires a separate vehicle and permit. It is not included in the base package price. Mention it when booking and we will arrange it for Day 3 alongside the Mago excursion.
Is Sela Pass and Bumla Pass safe for all travellers?
Both are significant altitudes. Sela Pass is 13,700 ft; Bumla Pass is 15,200 ft. We recommend consulting your physician if you have cardiac, respiratory or blood pressure conditions. We carry a first-aid kit and oxygen support throughout. Most healthy adults handle it well with good hydration and rest. Bumla is colder and more exposed than Sela.
What\'s not included — lunch, dinner and GST?
Breakfast is included for all 5 mornings. Lunch and dinner are not included. Budget Rs. 400–600 per person per day. All package prices exclude 5% GST which is applicable — your final invoice will add 5% to the quoted price. Your guide will recommend local options at each stop.
What should I pack for 6 days to Tawang?
Pack heavy. Thermal underlayers, down or heavy fleece jacket, windproof outer layer, gloves, wool socks and warm hat for Sela Pass, Bumla Pass and Tawang days. Waterproof jacket throughout. Good grip shoes. Sunscreen and lip balm (UV very strong at 15,200 ft). Carry a rucksack or mid-size trolley.
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 comprehensive travel insurance — weather at Bumla Pass and Sela Pass can cause last-minute closures.