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Complete travel plan from Bangalore to the Seven Sister States of Northeast India

Complete travel plan from Bangalore to the Seven Sister States of Northeast India   (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura), tailored for a family of four (2 adults + 2 kids), combining flights, road trips, and key destinations.       🌍 Overview Start Point: Bangalore Duration: 20–25 days (flexible) Travel Mode: Flights + private cabs/shared taxis + local travel Estimated Budget (family of 4): ₹1.2–1.8 lakhs Best Time: October to April ✈️ Travel Route Plan (With Flights) Bangalore → Guwahati (Assam) ✈️ From there, travel in this loop : Assam → Meghalaya → Arunachal Pradesh → Nagaland → Manipur → Mizoram → Tripura → back to Guwahati ✈️ Bangalore πŸ›« Day 1: Bangalore to Guwahati (Assam) Flight Time: ~3 hours Accommodation: Budget hotel near Paltan Bazar or Fancy Bazaar (₹1500–₹2500) πŸ“ Day 2–3: Meghalaya (Shillong & Cherrapunji) Travel: Guwahati to Shillong (~100 km, 3 hrs by cab) Stay...

Complete Travel Guide to Darjeeling (From Kolkata)

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  🚞 Complete Travel Guide to Darjeeling (From Kolkata)   πŸ“ Location: Lesser Himalayas, West Bengal πŸ—“️ Best Time to Visit: March to June – Best for summer vacation (pleasant weather) October to November – Clear skies and festival season December to February – Cold and chance of snowfall in nearby areas πŸš‰ How to Reach Darjeeling from Kolkata ✈️ By Air: Flight to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) from Kolkata (~1 hour) From Bagdogra: Taxi to Darjeeling (3–4 hours drive) πŸš† By Train: Overnight trains from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Trains: Darjeeling Mail, Padatik Express Duration: ~10–12 hours From NJP: Shared Jeep or Private Cab to Darjeeling (3 hrs) 🚘 By Road: Self-drive or rental from Siliguri to Darjeeling Total road distance: ~610 km (~15 hours from Kolkata) ✅ Recommended Route : Kolkata → NJP (train) → Darjeeling (cab) πŸŒ„ Top Places to Visit in Darjeeling 🌞 Tiger Hill – Sunrise point with views of Kanchenjunga πŸš‚ Darjeeling Himalayan Railway – UNESCO toy train ride πŸ—»...

Complete Travel Guide to Sikkim (From Kolkata)

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πŸ”️ Complete Travel Guide to Sikkim (From Kolkata)     πŸ“ Location: Eastern Himalayas, bordering Nepal, Bhutan & Tibet πŸ—“️ Best Time to Visit: March to June (Spring & Summer – best for families) October to November (Autumn – clear skies & festivals) December to Feb (Snowfall in North Sikkim – travel is limited) πŸš‰ How to Reach Sikkim from Kolkata ✈️ By Flight: Direct Flights from Kolkata to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Duration: ~1.5 hours From Bagdogra: Taxi to Gangtok (4–5 hours drive) Fare: ₹2,500–₹4,500/person (book early for best rates) πŸš† By Train: Train from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Trains: Padatik Express, Darjeeling Mail, Saraighat Express Duration: 10–12 hours (overnight) From NJP: Taxi to Gangtok (~5 hrs) 🚘 By Road: Self-drive or rental from Siliguri to Gangtok Route: Kolkata → Siliguri (NH34/NH27) → Gangtok Total distance: ~700 km (15–16 hrs by road) ✅ Recommended Route : Kolkata → NJP (train) → Gangtok (cab) πŸŒ„ Top Places to Visit in Sikkim πŸ”Ή Gan...

Complete Travel Guide to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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  🏞️ Complete Travel Guide to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh   πŸ“ Location: Himachal Pradesh, ~340 km from Delhi πŸ—“️ Best Time to Visit: March to June (ideal for summer vacations) πŸš— How to Reach Shimla from Delhi 🚌 By Road (Car/Bus): Distance : ~340 km Time : 7–8 hours by car Route : Delhi → Chandigarh → Solan → Shimla Regular Volvo buses (HRTC, private) available from ISBT Kashmere Gate πŸš† By Train: Delhi to Kalka : Shatabdi or Himalayan Queen Kalka to Shimla : Take the Shimla Toy Train (UNESCO heritage) Highly recommended for families with kids! ✈️ By Air: Nearest Airport : Jubbarhatti Airport, Shimla (limited flights) Alternative: Fly to Chandigarh (120 km), then taxi or bus πŸŒ„ Top Places to Visit in Shimla 1. The Ridge Open promenade with views of mountains Surrounded by colonial buildings & Christ Church 2. Mall Road Lively shopping street with cafes and toy shops Ideal for evening strolls and ice cream! 3. Jakhoo Temple Lo...