Duration :

04 Nights/05 Days

Places Covered

  • Shillong (4)

Highlights

  • Shillong (4)

Tour Description

Discover the unforgettable charm of Meghalaya on this immersive 5-day journey through rolling hills, hidden caves, crystal rivers, and postcard-perfect villages.

Your adventure begins in Shillong, the Scotland of the East, where colonial-era architecture, pine-clad slopes, and vibrant markets set the tone for your stay. Pause at the serene waters of Umiam Lake before reaching the city.

Venture into the misty wonderland of Cherrapunji, renowned as one of the wettest places on Earth. Marvel at cascading waterfalls including the towering Nohkalikai Falls and Seven Sisters Falls. Explore the echoing chambers of Arwah and Mawsmai Caves, stroll through Eco Park and the Garden of Caves, and gaze across the Bangladesh plains from Thangkharang Park.

Back in Shillong, immerse yourself in local culture and history. Visit Ward’s Lake, the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures, Lady Hydari Park and Mini Zoo, and the iconic Golf Course tucked into a pine-studded valley. Feel the spray of Elephant Falls as it tumbles over fern-covered rocks.

Travel to the pristine Dawki, where the emerald Umngot River reveals its crystal clarity—so transparent boats appear to float in air. Cross into Mawlynnong, acclaimed as Asia’s cleanest village, where cobbled lanes, flower-filled gardens, and community pride create a truly special atmosphere. Walk to the living root bridge at Riwai and witness the natural balancing rock—a marvel of nature’s own design.

Conclude your tour with memories of cool mountain air, hidden natural wonders, and the unmatched hospitality of Meghalaya’s hill communities.

 

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive Guwahati - Shillong (110 kms 3 hrs approx.)

Transfer from Guwahati airport/railway station to Shillong en route visit UmiumLake. Shillong became the first capital of the State of Meghalaya. Located in undulating pine covered hills, the city has a milder climate than tropical India. The city centre is 1496m above sea level and currently has a population of around 270,000. Home to several waterfalls, it is also known as the Scotland of the East. The British legacy is still visible in the architecture and food habits of the population. Overnight at Shillong.

 

 

Day 2 : Shillong - Cherrapunji - Shillong (60 kms 2 hrs each way)

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Cherrapunjee. Cherrapunji in Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on the planet and the only place in India to receive rain throughout the year. The town of Cherrapunji is nestled in the East Khasi Hills about 50 km southwest of the states capital, Shillong. Cherrapunji, also known as Sohra or Churra, means the land of oranges. The cliffs of Cherrapunji also offer stunning views of the plains of Bangladesh. Visit to Arwah Cave, Nahkhalikai Falls, Mwasmai Cave, Seven Sister Falls, Eco Park, Garden of Caves & Thangkharang Park. Drive back to Shillong. Overnight at Shillong.

 

 

Day 3 : Shillong

Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for full day sightseeing of Shillong. Shillong - The Gleneagle of the East lies in the centre of a plateau surrounded by Khasi hills. The gorgeous city offers amazing tourist spots. The city's own Wards Lake is popular for short garden walks & boating. Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures is a seven stories and three-in-one Institution combining a museum with a research and publication center, for promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of North East India -a unique fusion of all the sister states under one roof. Lady Hydari Park is a Japanese style landscaped park endowed with streaches of roses & exquisite flowers. The Mini zoo adjacent to the park has about 73 birds, 140 reptiles & mammals. One of the largest Golf courses in Asia is an 18 hole Golf Course is charted amidst a surging valley full of thick pine groves & rhododendron trees. Spend the evening in the splendid arena. The State Museum is a display of the lifestyle and heritage of the people of Meghalaya. Shillong and its surrounding is dotted with splendid waterfalls cascading down deep valleys forming misty sparks as they break the silence of the surroundings. Elephant Falls is a mountain stream gorging down two successive falls set in dells of fern covered rocks. Overnight at hotel.

 

 

Day 4 : Shillong - Dawki & Mawlynnong - Shillong (90 kms 3 hrs each way)

After breakfast drive from Shillong to Dawki(Indo-Bangladesh Border) and Myallynnong Village. Morning drive to Dawki, visit Indo-Bangladesh border and Umngot River (one can enjoy country boat ride here on direct payment basis). Later on proceed to the Mwallynnong village. Mawlynnong Village located in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, also referred as Gods own garden has won the acclaim of being the cleanest village in Asia in 2003. The village known for its cleanliness is located around 90 kms from Shillong and is a community based eco-tourism initiative. The community has made collective effort to maintain the ambience of a clean village. The village offers picturesque natural beauty, a trek to the living root bridge at a neighbouring village Riwai. The village also offers a sight of natural balancing rock, a strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another rock. Evening return back to Shillong. Overnight at hotel.

 

 

Day 5 : Shillong - Guwahati (airport/station)

After breakfast drive from Shillong to Guwahati in time for onward connection.

Inclusions

  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • Wi-Fi
  •   Parking and Toll tax
  • Meet & greet at arrival
  • Pick and Drop at time of arrival/departure
  • Driver's allowance, Road tax and Fuel charges
  • Breakfast
  • Sightseeing by private car
  • Gymnasium and Recreations
  • Hotel Stay
  • All tours and transfers by Personal Car is included

Exclusions

    • Camera fee
    • Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages
    • Travel insurance
    • 5% GST
    • Any Airfare / Train fare
    • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
    • Tips, laundry & phone call
    • Entrance fees to monuments and museum
    • All personal expenses
    • Excursion to Nathula Pass
    • Sky Walk Ticket
    • Toy Train Ticket