Tawang Tour Package from Pune (6 Days)
6-day Tawang tour from Pune: Rangapara, Dirang, Tawang and Bomdila. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹21,670 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
0° – 12°C
November in Tawang

Description
6-day Tawang tour from Pune: Rangapara, Dirang, Tawang and Bomdila. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹21,670 per person.
This 6 days 5 nights itinerary covers 13 handpicked stops, including Bhalukpong, Dirang, Sela Pass and more. March–June and September–November is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 5-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Dirang. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Tawang
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: -4°C – 19°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Pune to Dirang
Reach Rangapara by train from Pune, where our driver meets you. Drive from Rangapara to Dirang (about 186 km, 3 hrs 45 min). Check in at your hotel in Dirang. The road leaves the plains at Bhalukpong, where you enter Arunachal Pradesh; keep your Inner Line Permit and ID ready at the checkpost. It then climbs through forest along the Kameng river past Tenga and Bomdila to Dirang, a quiet valley of apple and kiwi orchards. Reach Dirang by evening and rest; it is a long drive. Overnight stay in Dirang.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Pune to Rangapara
2607 km · ~56h 8m · About 52h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.
- Start from Pune
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 435Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 585Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 735Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 869Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1019Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1169Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1304Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1454Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1604Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1738Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1888Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2038Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2173Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2323Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2473Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 41m drive from previous stop
Arrive in RangaparaRangapara, Assam
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Pune to Rangapara
2607 km · ~57h 57m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Pune
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Pune. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Pune → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~869 km
~19h 19m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,480
- Change buses at a major city (around km 869)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Rangapara. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~869 km
~19h 19m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,480
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1738)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Rangapara. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Rangapara
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~869 km
~19h 19m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,480
- Arrive in Rangapara
Rangapara, Assam
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Pune to Rangapara
Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Rangapara North for Rangapara.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Rangapara to Dirang
186 km · ~3h 43m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Rangapara
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
186 km · 3h 43m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DirangDirang, Arunachal Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Rangapara to Dirang
186 km · ~4h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Rangapara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Rangapara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Rangapara → Dirang
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~186 km
~4h 8m|Tentative fare ₹200–₹570
- Arrive in Dirang
Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Rangapara to Dirang
Nearest railway stations: Rangapara North for Rangapara, Hugrajuli (about 59 km away) for Dirang.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Bhalukpong
The border town where you enter Arunachal Pradesh, beside the Kameng river.
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Dirang
A quiet valley town with apple and kiwi orchards and hot springs.
Dirang to Tawang over Sela Pass
Today's travel: from Dirang to Tawang (about 136 km, 2 hrs 45 min). Start early to cross the Sela Pass at about 4,170 m before the clouds roll in; the frozen Sela Lake beside the road is a magical sight in winter. Stop at the Jaswant Garh war memorial, built for a soldier who held off the enemy here in 1962, and at the Nuranang (Jang) falls. Reach Tawang by afternoon and rest; the altitude can cause headaches, so drink plenty of water. Overnight stay in Tawang.
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Sela Pass
A high pass at about 13,700 ft with a lake that freezes in winter.
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Jaswant Garh War Memorial
A memorial to Rifleman Jaswant Singh Rawat and the soldiers of the 1962 war.
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Nuranang Falls
A tall waterfall near Jang, also called Jang Falls.
Tawang Monastery and town
Spend the day in Tawang. Visit the Tawang Monastery, the largest in India, in the morning, when the monks gather for prayers. In the afternoon, see the Tawang War Memorial and the Urgelling Monastery, birthplace of the sixth Dalai Lama. The town market is good for woollens and Tibetan handicrafts. Overnight stay in Tawang.
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Tawang Monastery
The largest monastery in India, founded in the 17th century, with a giant gilded Buddha.
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Tawang War Memorial
A stupa-shaped memorial with a museum on the 1962 Sino-Indian war.
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Urgelling Monastery
The birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama, a short drive from town.
Bum La Pass and Sangestar Tso
A day trip to Bum La Pass on the India–China border at about 4,600 m, by a hired local vehicle (the permit is arranged in Tawang a day ahead and the road is often closed after snow). On the way back, stop at Sangestar Tso, also called Madhuri Lake, and PT Tso Lake. Dress very warmly; it is cold and windy even in summer. Overnight stay in Tawang.
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Bum La Pass
The India–China border pass at about 15,200 ft (army permit needed; subject to weather).
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Sangestar Tso (Madhuri Lake)
A still mountain lake with dead tree trunks standing in the water.
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PT Tso Lake
A small alpine lake on the Bum La road.
Tawang to Bomdila
Today's travel: from Tawang to Bomdila (about 169 km, 3 hrs 30 min). Drive back over the Sela Pass to Bomdila, about seven hours. Visit the Bomdila Monastery and walk through the market in the evening. Overnight stay in Bomdila.
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Bomdila Monastery
Gontse Gaden Rabgye Ling, a large monastery with views over the Kameng valley.
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Bomdila Market
Local shops selling Tibetan carpets, shawls and handicrafts.
Bomdila to Pune
Leave early for the long drive down to the plains of Assam and on home. Drive from Bomdila to Rangapara (about 148 km, 3 hrs). Board the train from Rangapara back to Pune (about 2,598 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bomdila to Rangapara
148 km · ~2h 58m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bomdila
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
148 km · 2h 58m drive from previous stop
Arrive in RangaparaRangapara, Assam
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bomdila to Rangapara
148 km · ~3h 17m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bomdila
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bomdila. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bomdila → Rangapara
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~148 km
~3h 17m|Tentative fare ₹160–₹460
- Arrive in Rangapara
Rangapara, Assam
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bomdila to Rangapara
Nearest railway stations: Dhekiajili Road (about 51 km away) for Bomdila, Rangapara North for Rangapara.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Rangapara to Pune
2598 km · ~55h 58m · About 52h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.
- Start from Rangapara
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 433Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 583Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 733Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 866Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1016Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1166Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1299Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1449Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1599Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1732Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1882Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2032Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2165Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2315Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2465Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
133 km · 2h 40m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PunePune, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Rangapara to Pune
2598 km · ~57h 45m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Rangapara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Rangapara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Rangapara → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~866 km
~19h 15m|Tentative fare ₹950–₹2,470
- Change buses at a major city (around km 866)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Pune. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~866 km
~19h 15m|Tentative fare ₹950–₹2,470
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1732)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Pune. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Pune
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~866 km
~19h 15m|Tentative fare ₹950–₹2,470
- Arrive in Pune
Pune, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Rangapara to Pune
Nearest railway stations: Rangapara North for Rangapara, Pune Jn for Pune.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Drive back down through Bhalukpong to Pune.
Tour Overview
Tawang sits at about 10,000 ft in the western corner of Arunachal Pradesh. The drive crosses the Sela Pass and passes Dirang and Bomdila on the way, and Tawang itself is home to the largest monastery in India.
This 6-day, 5-night package starts and ends in Pune. The route runs Pune → Rangapara → Dirang → Tawang → Bomdila → Rangapara → Pune, about 5,844 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Tawang Tour from Pune
- Bhalukpong
- Dirang
- Sela Pass
- Jaswant Garh War Memorial
- Nuranang Falls
- Tawang Monastery
- Tawang War Memorial
- Urgelling Monastery
Inclusions in the Tawang Tour Package
- 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Pune for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Tawang Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Permit fees
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Tawang Tour
Best time to visit: March–June and September–November
Route: Pune → Rangapara → Dirang → Tawang → Bomdila → Rangapara → Pune (about 5,844 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Rangapara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 6 days.
Before you go: Indian travellers need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Arunachal Pradesh. Bum La Pass needs a separate army permit, and it can close at short notice.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Dirang; 3-star hotel in Tawang; 3-star hotel in Bomdila, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Pune. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹91,340 | ₹34,010 | ₹28,060 |
| 33 Persons | ₹75,300 | ₹32,400 | ₹26,450 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹66,660 | ₹29,710 | ₹23,760 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹61,740 | ₹28,690 | ₹22,740 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹53,090 | ₹27,620 | ₹21,670 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Pune the drive is about 2,698 km each way, so the cab option adds about 5 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Rangapara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 6 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Bhalukpong
- Dirang
- Sela Pass
- Jaswant Garh War Memorial
- Nuranang Falls
- Tawang Monastery
- Tawang War Memorial
- Urgelling Monastery
- Bum La Pass
- Sangestar Tso (Madhuri Lake)
- PT Tso Lake
- Bomdila Monastery
- Bomdila Market
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
March–June and September–November is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Pune for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Permit fees
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: March–June and September–November
Route: Pune → Rangapara → Dirang → Tawang → Bomdila → Rangapara → Pune (about 5,844 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Rangapara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 6 days.
Before you go: Indian travellers need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Arunachal Pradesh. Bum La Pass needs a separate army permit, and it can close at short notice.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Dirang; 3-star hotel in Tawang; 3-star hotel in Bomdila, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
6 days and 5 nights. It starts from Pune on day 1 and you are back in Pune on day 6. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Pune → Rangapara → Dirang → Tawang → Bomdila → Rangapara → Pune. That is about 5,844 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹28,060 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹21,670 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Pune and back. By cab from Pune the drive is about 2,698 km each way, so the cab option adds about 5 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Rangapara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 6 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
March–June and September–November.
Indian travellers need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Arunachal Pradesh. Bum La Pass needs a separate army permit, and it can close at short notice.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to
