Overview
Explore Meghalaya in 10 Days
Discover Meghalaya through a 10-day journey covering Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Guwahati. The itinerary includes stays across these destinations, offering an extended journey through Meghalaya.
Route: Guwahati → Shillong → Cherrapunji → Dawki → Shillong → Guwahati
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Top Highlights
- Explore Shillong
- Stay in Cherrapunji
- Discover Dawki
- Extended Meghalaya Journey
- Scenic Mountain Destinations
- 9 Nights / 10 Days
Itinerary
Night Stay: Shillong
Route Distance: 100 km
Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station, where our representative will welcome you.
Begin your scenic drive towards Shillong through the lush landscapes of Meghalaya. En route, stop at Umiam Lake, a beautiful and peaceful reservoir surrounded by green hills.
Upon arrival in Shillong, check in to your hotel and relax.
The evening is at leisure. You may explore Police Bazar, the lively heart of Shillong, or take a leisurely walk around the local area.
Night Stay: Cherrapunji
Route Distance: 55 km
After breakfast, drive towards Cherrapunji, famous for its dramatic landscapes and heavy rainfall.
Visit Elephant Falls, followed by the beautiful Wah-Kaba Falls.
Explore Arwah Cave, known for its limestone formations and fossils.
Continue to NohKaLikai Falls, followed by Dainthlen Falls, before arriving at your hotel in Cherrapunji.
Night Stay: Cherrapunji
Route Distance: Local sightseeing
After breakfast, explore the natural attractions of Cherrapunji.
Visit Mawsmai Cave, followed by the historic Mawsmai Monoliths.
Continue to Mawsmai Nongthymmai Eco Park, offering lush greenery and scenic views.
Visit Nohsngithiang Falls, also known as the Seven Sisters Falls, followed by Thangkharang Park.
Continue to Khoh Ramhah (Motrop) and finish the day's sightseeing at Kynrem Falls.
Return to your hotel in Cherrapunji.
Night Stay: Cherrapunji
Route Distance: Trekking
After breakfast, proceed towards the trek starting point at Tyrna Village.
Embark on the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek, a moderate trek taking approximately 3–4 hours.
The trek offers an opportunity to experience one of Meghalaya's most remarkable natural attractions, created from living roots by the local Khasi people.
For additional adventure, continue towards Rainbow Falls, where mist and cascading water create a beautiful natural setting.
After completing the trek, return to your hotel in Cherrapunji.
Night Stay: Dawki / Shnongpdeng
Route Distance: 100 km
Begin your day with a scenic drive from Cherrapunji.
First visit Mawkdok Dympep Valley View Point, offering spectacular views of the surrounding valleys.
Next, enjoy the bamboo trek at Mawryngkhang, known as the "King of Stones."
Continue to Mawlynnong, where you can explore the village and its famous living root bridges.
Proceed to Dawki, where the crystal-clear waters of the Umngot River provide a beautiful setting to relax and enjoy optional activities.
Night Stay: Shillong
Route Distance: 80 km
Begin the day with water activities at Dawki / Shnongpdeng.
The crystal-clear waters of the Umngot River offer opportunities for activities such as kayaking, snorkeling and boating.
After the water activities, visit the Living Root Bridge in Dawki.
Continue to Phe Phe Falls, where cascading water creates a peaceful natural setting.
Later, drive to Shillong and spend the evening at leisure.
Night Stay: Shillong
Route Distance: 55 km
After breakfast, visit Mawphlang Sacred Forest, a protected forest area known for its biodiversity and cultural significance.
Continue to the Mawphlang David Scott Trail, a historic route offering scenic views of rolling hills and streams.
After sightseeing, enjoy a leisurely evening at Police Bazar, where you can explore local shopping and food.
Return to your hotel in Shillong.
Night Stay: Guwahati
Route Distance: 100 km
After breakfast, begin your journey from Shillong to Guwahati.
Visit the Don Bosco Museum, showcasing the cultural heritage of Northeast India.
Continue to Ward's Lake for a relaxing stroll.
Visit the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, followed by Lady Hydari Park.
Later, drive to Guwahati, check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
Night Stay: Guwahati
Route Distance: Local sightseeing
After breakfast, begin a full day of sightseeing in Guwahati.
Visit the iconic Kamakhya Temple, followed by Umananda Temple on Peacock Island and Sukreshwar Temple.
Continue to Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple and Shri Shri Hayagriva Madhav Mandir.
Visit Bashista Mandir, followed by the Assam State Museum.
Continue to Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, showcasing Assam's culture and heritage.
End the day with an optional Brahmaputra River Cruise before returning to your Guwahati hotel.
Note: The complete day's itinerary will depend on the time taken for Kamakhya Darshan and other Darshan.
Night Stay: None
Route Distance: 30 km
After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
Proceed towards Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey.
As you leave, take with you the memories of Meghalaya's scenic landscapes, waterfalls, forests, cultural experiences and beautiful hill destinations.
Includes/Excludes
The Trip Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Meals as per selected meal plan
- Transportation
- Fuel
- Road toll tax
- Service of an experienced driver from point to point as mentioned in itinerary
- Toll taxes
- Driver's allowance
The Trip Cost Excludes
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips and gratuity
- Mineral / soft / hard drinks
- Festive charges, if any, payable directly at hotel
- Additional sightseeing or extra vehicle usage not mentioned in itinerary
- Boating
- Camera fees
- Guide / tour escort charges
- Entrance fees
- Costs arising due to natural calamities such as landslides, road blockage or political disturbances
- Increase in taxes or fuel prices
- Insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
General
The tour is for 9 Nights / 10 Days.
The tour starts from Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station.
The tour ends at Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station.
Guests are advised to arrive in Guwahati before 2:00 PM.
Hotels
LUXURY
Shillong
Vivanta Meghalaya Shillong / Courtyard by Marriott Shillong / Ri Kynjai – Serenity By The Lake / Similar
Cherrapunji
Polo Orchid Resort / Jiva Resort
Shnongpdeng / Dawki
Betelnut Resort (Deluxe)
Kaziranga
Vaani Greens – Kanchanjuri Tea Estate
Guwahati
Radisson Blu Hotel / Novotel / Vivanta / Similar
PREMIUM
Shillong
The Heritage Club – Tripura Castle / Hotel Polo Towers / M Crown Hotel Shillong / Similar
Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji Holiday Resort / San Naela Resort / Similar
Shnongpdeng / Dawki
Betelnut Resort (Deluxe)
Kaziranga
Borgos The Wild Haven / Royal de Casa Resort / Iora Retreat / Resort Borgos / Similar
Guwahati
Hotel Lily / Daaysco / Greenwood Resort / Rajmahal (Veg) / Ratnamouli / Similar
DELUXE
Shillong
Lady Bird Hotel / Hotel Nirvana Orchid / Hotel Gateway Shillong / Similar
Cherrapunji
The Crescent Hotel / Labana Hotel / La Kupar Inn / Serene Resort / Similar
Shnongpdeng / Dawki
Betelnut Resort (Standard)
Kaziranga
Landmark Woods Resort / D Courtyard Resort / Similar
Guwahati
Hotel The Kalyaniz / Hotel Rains Inn / Cloud Stay / Similar
STANDARD / HOMESTAY / CAMP / GUESTHOUSE
Shillong
Comfort Inn / White Cloud Guest House / Hotel Lake View Inn / Similar
Cherrapunji
Cindy Homestay / Liliancy Homestay / Similar
Shnongpdeng / Dawki
Homestay / Camp
Kaziranga
Bonroja Motel / T G Resorts / Similar
Guwahati
Hotel Rialto / Swagatam Inn / Similar
TRANSPORTATION
| Vehicle | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6 Pax | 8 Pax | 10 Pax | 12 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire / Similar | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | — | — |
| Innova / Ertiga / Similar | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 2 |



