Things To Do in East India

In the city of Bhubaneswar, there are hundreds of ancient Hindu temples built between the 7th and 15th centuries, little wonder then that the city is often referred to as the Temple City of India!

The city is home to the striking Mukteswara Temple, the Parasurameswara Temple that was built in the 7th century and the Raj Rani Temple, which is built of sandstone.

Visit the tea plantations of Darjeeling and learn all about the cultivation and production of one of the best tea varieties in the world. Enjoy high tea, a tribute to the region’s colonial past, as you sit surrounded by verdant tea bushes and stunning views of the lofty Himalayas.

When in Darjeeling, don’t forget to go on a ride on the narrow meter gauge Himalayan toy train!

The monastery town of Gangtok houses some of the most important Buddhist monasteries, including the Rumtek Monastery and the Labrang Monastery.

Immerse yourself in the spiritual aura that the town is bathed in as you soak in stunning views of the Himalayas!

In the picturesque Himalayan town of Kalimpong, you will find colorful flower gardens, lush green tea plantations and a fantastic mountain panorama.

On your tour of Kalimpong, don’t miss its many flower nurseries as well as a trio to the popular Glenburn Tea Estate.

The lively colonial city of Kolkata was once the heart of the British Empire. Embrace impressive palaces and villas, spacious parks and, of course, the famous Victoria Memorial.

Go on a cruise on the Hooghly river and enjoy feasting on authentic Bengali cuisine on your Kolkata tour!

On a boat trip through the Ganges Delta in the Sunderbans, experience rich mangrove forests and Indian tigers living wild.

The region is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is also home to diverse birdlife.

The picturesque Yuksom is a paradise for hikers. From here you can visit the unspoiled mountain world and the mystical Dubdi Monastery.

It is believed that the sleepy town was the birthplace for Buddhism in Sikkim and several Buddhist gompas (monastery or temple) can be found here. today it a hotspot for trekkers, keen to explore the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

Take a look at Ganges Dolphins on a boat trip within Kaziranga National Park. The reserve houses a host of other wildlife, including tigers, leopards, and elephants. There is a wide variety of birdlife in the park as well.

Go on a jeep safari as you try and spot the magnificent Indian one-horned rhino! Confined to the northeastern part of India, Bhutan, and Nepal, few of these ponderous beasts remain in the world. Track them with experts on a jeep safari in Assam!

Watch the colorful hustle and bustle around the Jagannath Temple in the pilgrimage town of Puri and at the Konark Sun Temple nearby.

You must also visit the Atharnala Bridge, an example of 13th century Indian engineering.

On a safari in Corbett National Park, the oldest wild animal reserve in India, you can observe majestic pachyderm, swamp crocodiles and numerous bird species. You can also go angling in this expansive park.

Experience the hidden jewel of India on your East India tour. Our specialists will be pleased to advise you.