What are the Top Tourist Places in North East India to Explore on a Motorcycle?

North East India Motorbike Trip

Exploring North East India on a motorcycle is just like a dream come true for every adventure lover. If you are a rider then the engine hums must be going beneath you, and the open road thrill pulls you forward. You have spent your weeks being stuck in traffic, hearing the same horns, seeing the same buildings, living the same routine. But what if this time the road took you to a different place? A place where mountains rise like giants, clouds touch your skin and rivers run wild and free- It is North East State, Land of Seven Sisters. Find best of the best places to visit in North East India for a wonderful trip.

A North East India Motorbike Trip is not just a ride, It’s an experience where every km of road has a story to tell. So, are you ready to listen?

Tawang – Arunachal Pradesh

Duration of trip: 3 to 4 days

Key attractions: Tawang Monastery, Sela Pass, Bum La Pass, Madhuri Lake

Best time to visit: March to June, September to November

Ideal Route: Guwahati → Tezpur → Bomdila → Tawang

Travel tips: Carry extra fuel as petrol stations are limited. Wear layers as temperatures drop unexpectedly.

Tawang is in western Arunachal Pradesh, close to the Indo-China border. The town is famous for its Buddhist heritage and has one of the largest monasteries in India. 

Ziro – Arunachal Pradesh

Duration of trip: 2 to 3 days

Key attractions: Ziro Music Festival, Apatani villages, Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Best time to visit: September to April

Ideal Route: Itanagar → Naharlagun → Yazali → Ziro

Travel tips: Network connectivity is weak in this region. It is best to book your stay in advance.

Majuli – Assam

Duration of trip: 1 to 2 days

Key attractions: Satras (monasteries) - Kamalabari, Dakhinpat, Auniati

Best time to visit: October to March

Ideal Route: Jorhat - Nimati Ghat - Majuli

Travel tips: Carry waterproof bags for your belongings.

Majuli is the world’s largest river island and reaching here is an adventure in itself. The journey begins with a ride to Jorhat and then a ferry ride across the Brahmaputra.

Dawki and Mawlynnong – Meghalaya

Duration of trip: 1 to 2 days

Key attractions: Umngot River, Living Root Bridges, Mawlynnong Village

Best time to visit: October to April

Ideal Route: Shillong → Pynursla → Dawki → Mawlynnong

Travel tips: Local guides can take you to hidden spots near the river.

Dawki is near the India-Bangladesh border and the biggest attraction here is the Umngot River. It is one of the most beautiful Tourist Places to visit in North East India.

Sikkim

Duration of trip: 4 to 5 days

Key attraction: Gurudongmar Lake, Nathula Pass, Zuluk, Tsomgo Lake

Best time to visit: March to June, September to November

Ideal Route: Gangtok → Lachen → Gurudongmar Lake → Lachung → Zuluk

Travel tips: Permits are required for certain areas so better to travel with permits.

Kaziranga and Haflong – Assam

Duration of trip: 3 to 4 days

Key attractions: One-horned rhinoceros, tea gardens, Haflong Lake, Jatinga (a mysterious village known for bird migration)

Best time to visit: November to April

Ideal Route: Guwahati → Nagaon → Kaziranga → Haflong

Travel tips: Safari bookings should be made in advance. Wildlife sightings are best in the early morning or late afternoon.

Final Thoughts

A North East India Motorbike Trip is an experience that cannot be found anywhere else. From high-altitude passes in Arunachal Pradesh to the floating islands of Manipur, every destination adds something to your trip. 

If you are planning this trip, book with Brahmand Tour because we not only provide Motorbike Tour but we provide an experience and service that is unforgettable. So, are you ready to ride North East India on Motorcycles? The adventure is waiting. You just must start the engine.