Seven Temple Tour of Guwahati
Duration: 3 Days – 2 Nights
Key Destinations
1. Kamakhya Temple
2. Umananda Temple
3. Sukreshwar Temple
4. Nabagraha Temple
5. Ugratara Temple
6. Hajo Temples & More
Overview
Guwahati, often called the City of Temples, is surrounded by seven hills, each featuring a famous temple on its peak. Locations like Kamrupa and Pragjyotishpura are associated with the Pandavas and stories from the Shiva Purana.
Day-Wise Program
Pilgrimage Tour (Full day operation) - Day 1
On arrival, meet and greet followed by transfer to your hotel. After a brief freshening up, take a ferry to Umananda Temple, located on the smallest river island on Earth, also called Peacock Island by the British for its shape and beauty. Later, visit Sukreswar Temple. In the evening, enjoy the light and sound show at Kalakshetra. Overnight stay in Guwahati.
Kamakhya Darshan and a trip to Hajo Temples - Day 2
After breakfast, transfer to Kamakhya Temple. It is recommended to obtain a special pass to avoid waiting time. Later, drive to Hajo, famous for the Hayagriva Madhava Temple on Monikut Hill, which resembles one of the deities of the Jagannath Temple of Orissa. The current stone structure was built by King Raghudeva Narayan in 1583, though some historians attribute the original construction to the Pala dynasty in the 6th century. The temple enshrines an image of Hayagriva Madhava, and its body is adorned with rows of elephants, showcasing exquisite Assamese art. Later, visit the Ugratara Temple. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Guwahati.
Bhimashankar Temple | Drop at Guwahati Airport / Station for onward destination - Day 3
After breakfast, start with a visit to Nabagraha Temple, followed by Bhimashankara Temple, revered as the 12th Jyotirlinga per Shiva Purana. Conclude the tour with a transfer to Guwahati Airport for onward travel.