Rahagir
Tawang Monastery above the valley

Itineraries

4 days in Tawang

Arrive over Sela Pass, explore the town's monasteries, take a permit day trip to Bum La, and leave via Jang.

Day 1

  • Drive from Dirang over Sela Pass and stop at Sela Lake.
  • Visit Jaswantgarh War Memorial.
  • Stop at Nuranang Falls near Jang.
  • Check in at Tawang town and rest.

Day 2

  • Morning prayers and museum at Tawang Monastery.
  • Visit Urgelling Monastery.
  • Walk to Gyangong Ani Gompa.
  • Evening light and sound show at Tawang War Memorial.

Day 3

  • Collect border permit and permitted vehicle.
  • Drive to Sangestar Lake.
  • Continue to Bum La Pass.
  • Return to Tawang by mid afternoon.

Day 4

  • Quiet morning revisit of Tawang Monastery.
  • Shop for crafts in town.
  • Leave for Dirang, passing Nuranang Falls and Sela Pass.

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