ChaloHoppo to a Mythical Mizoram

Time to step into an unexplored Mizoram

From exploring the organised streets of Aizawl to walking the narrow roads of a small village next to Burma; driving through the Wild

Mizoram for days to trekking up to the Mythical Mountains; tasting the Myanmar Beer in Burma to cooking Mizo dishes with the grannies of

the village; live the Mythical Mizoram!

The sacred Rih Dil in Myanmar

While you admire the beauty of the majestic Tlangs (Mountains) of Eastern Mizoram, take out time to listen to the mythical stories of

Mizoram. Live the traditional Mizo village life, learn and teach kids, pick up fresh veggies from the fields, go for night crab hunting and begin

your days greeting the Burma Land. Play football on barren fields with kids and share thoughts with the young and old of the villages over a

cup of tea.

The brief Itinerary

8 nights and 9 days

Day 1 Welcome to this unexplored land of Mizoram

After you land in Lengpui airport, hop on your pickups and head to Aizawl city. It will take you about 90 minutes to reach your Hotel, which will be your comfortable abode for the days spent in Aizawl. Ease out your shoulders and back by sinking in your bed. Head out for a drive around the city at night.

Overnight stay in Aizawl.

Day 2 Greet the Eastern Mizos

It's a long day of travelling covering 188 km. on bumpy Mizo roads to head to Champhai. Now is the time to wear off the modern Mizoram and wear in the less explored Eastern Mizoram. The land of myths, the first to host the early migrants from Burma, later came to be known as Mizos!After 9 hours of travel, reach Champhai. It's been a long day of travels. Time for you to sink into your bed and get the much-needed rest.

Overnight stay in Champhai city.

Day 3 Breathe in Burma

It's the day when you will cross the border and step into Burma.Leave from Champhai making your way through paddy fields, to reach Zokhawthar. This will be your first experience of staying with a Mizo family! A five-minute walk from your room, cross over the bridge that doesn’t belong to any boundaries and find your feet in Myanmar! Head for a story walk to the sacred heart-shaped lake, Rih Dil, inside Burma. Grab a Myanmar Beer with some local snacks. Head back to the market to shop in Burma! While the sunsets, capture the gleams through Tiau River. Back to your Homestay for some Thingpui San! Greet your hosts, dine with them, share with them, play with the never tired kids around the house, and learn how to cook Mizo food or just choose to quietly soak the picture of Burma from your window.Overnight stay at a homestay in Zokhawthar.

Day 4 Live the Mizo Village life

After an early breakfast bid farewell to your family and leave to meet the new one, 70 km far from here. Greet Dungtlang! Dungtlang will remind you of that perfectly painted picture of a village in a Ruskin Bond’s book. With as few as about 120 houses, the village has a history of leaving an everlasting smile on your face. Settle in your new homestays, where all the windows will overlook the folds of mountains leading into Burma.

Know the man, once a working-class hero chose to come back to his roots to teach kids of his village. Know his thoughts on the modern Mizo tradition and the scars left on his family from the air bombings on Mizoram. Go for a walk in the village or just head to the field to try your soccer skills with the kids.

Overnight stay at a homestay in Dungtlang.

Day 5 Know the Myths of Mizoram

Wake up and sip on some Thingpui glancing the quiet mountains of Burma. Time for another short story trail to Lianchhiari Lunglen Tlang, overlooking the valley towards Aizawl. Sit on the hanging rock jutting out, while you hear the heartbreaking mythical story of the chief’s daughter and her love. Head to see the ruins amongst thick forest where once 7000 villages prospered. These ruins are untouched and not known by a lot of natives as well. Find your eyes looking at the ruins with carvings from the ancient Mizo times.Spend your evening with the kids who will soon take you to their personal Mizo Carts!

Overnight stay at a homestay in Dungtlang.

Day 6 Trek to Mythical Lands of Mizoram

Post breakfast, time to pack and leave for an 80 min. Drive to Vaphai.First head for a story trail to Thasiama Seho Nehina, the U shaped cliff, impossible to climb. Trek up to the top while you hear the story of Thasiama and his Mithun. No cameras might do justice to the view of everlasting sheets of mountains of Burma, from the top.We then head to Fiara Tui, the holy place hidden deep inside the dense virgin forests of Vaphai. The place claims to have a hidden source of water which according to the Mizos is the tastiest of all.

Overnight stay at a homestay in Dungtlang.

Day 7 Drive From Traditional to Modern Mizoram

Wake up and head back to Aizawl after breakfast. The day will be a tiring one travelling 230 km back to the capital.Ease your body into the cosy beds, take that hot water shower and sink in your soft pillows. Take that long deep sleep! Much needed!!

Overnight stay at hotel in Aizawl.

Day 8 Explore the Capital, Aizawl

Wake up and explore Aizawl. Head to the Japanese Cafe and a street walk through the city. Click the punk youths and smooth organised Mizo city life, a glimpse of Korean culture. Head to small eateries and taste the local Vawk Sa Momos (Pork) and Sushis. Experience the unique two-wheeler taxi rides to head to the view sunset from the best viewing galleries of the city. Head to the visit RT! The 58-year-old cowboy who has been collecting antics from all around the world, containing World War II Helmets, Kitanas, Naga guns from the British struggle days and more. Know his interesting stories of meeting people around the world and buy the ones you would fancy in your home.Get the night going with your glasses filled with the local Rice Beer, Zufang!Overnight stay at hotel in Aizawl.

Day 9 Ka-Lawm-E Mizoram!

It's time to bid farewell to this unexplored gem, Mizoram! Kaw law me!

Trip Inclusions● Breakfast and Dinner on all the days except dinner on DAY 1, DAY 7 and 8.● Accommodation on twin sharing basis in Hotels and Homestays.● ChaloHoppo Guy as the tour leader.● Transport throughout the trip.● Parking, tolls, driver allowance, driver accommodation and driver food.● A local expert guide.● All the activities on the trip.● Pick up and drop to Lengpui Airport.

Trip Exclusions● Airfare charges.● Inner Line Permit.● All food & beverages cost apart from the ones mentioned above.● Trekking shoes and clothing ( Any personal equipment).● Any camera fees.● Hotel & driver tips if any, since the locals earn low wages, your tips can show your appreciation)● Any personal expenditure (Toiletries, medicines, etc.).● Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors

beyond control.● Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Inclusions".

Reviews of Mythical Mizoram

Reviews of Mythical Mizoram

FAQ’sQ. Which airport do we have to come to and fly out from?A: The tour begins from Lengpui airport in Mizoram.

Q. Will someone pick us up from the Airport:?

A: We will have pick up and drop facility to and from Lengpui airport once you share the arrival time of your flight.

Q. Do I need a Visa, inner line permit or any other kind of identity proof to enter northeast India?A: Entry to the states of Mizoram does require a permit (ILP). You can get the Inner Line Permit on the Lengpui airport itself. Once you confirm the booking please send the ID Proof – Voters card/ Pan Card/ Passport/ Drivers license/ Aadhar card on mail to rawat@chalohoppo.com

Q.I am a solo traveller, can I come on this trip?A: A most definite yes, as long as you are okay travelling in a mixed group of other solo travellers or small group of friends.

FAQ’sQ.How do I reach Lengpui Airport?

A: The connectivity to this unexplored state is a bit hectic. You have two options to reach Aizawl: Take a flight to Lengpui Airport. There are two flights from Kolkata everyday flying into Lengpui. (Mostly Air India)You can land in Silchar or Guwahati and do a long road trip to Aizawl. Silchar to Aizawl will take 9 hours, while Guwahati has an overnight train to Silchar. There are public transport available from both Guwahati and Silchar to Aizawl.

Q. Is it safe to travel to Northeast India? I have been warned about Naxalites, ULFA and other terrorist groups.

A: The sources of such warnings should be checked and speaking from the perspective of locals living in the region we can say that though some parts of Northeast India do have cases of groups clashing against government forces from time to time, it doesn’t affect a tourist as long as the route is chosen wisely and hours of commute are decided smartly, much like travelling in any other part of the world. If you have seen warnings in the advisory pages of governments, then we would like to remind you that governments (of different countries)will always take precaution and not be in sync with the real situation. Northeast India is absolutely safe with warm and welcoming locals. You should have no issues even going to the most interior places. As with any other tribal dominated region, respect the local culture and don't hurt their sentiments, and you will have a great time in a beautiful place. Because so less is known about the region in general, it may be a wise idea to get in touch with some travel experts before you plan your trip.

FAQ’sQ. I am a vegetarian, I hear that people only consume meat there. How will I manage?A: The cultural diversity of northeast India is so vast that we can’t blame outsiders for not being aware of communities in the region who are purely vegetarians, so much so that they avoid eating onions( they are indigenous to the region, in case you are thinking about communities from mainland India who have settled here). Having said that, we must admit that the region’s food habits especially in the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Meghalaya are predominantly non vegetarian with a whole lot of red meat based preparations. But the states have warmed up to tourists recently and almost every place you visit will provide the Indian staple diet of rice, dal and sabji, even chapatis if you are lucky. Your craving for butter paneer may not be satisfied, but you will do just fine as far as maintaining your health and strength is concerned.

Q.What type of Bag should I carry?

A 60 litre backpack would be handy.

Cost of the experience per person

Rs 38,000/-

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