Overview
Discover Meghalaya in 6 Days
Explore Meghalaya through a carefully planned journey covering Shillong, Cherrapunji and Guwahati. This 6-day itinerary combines stays across some of the region’s key destinations, creating a convenient route for travellers looking to experience Meghalaya.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Shillong
- Stay in Cherrapunji
- Experience the Meghalaya route through Shillong and Cherrapunji
- Start and finish your journey through Guwahati
- 5 nights / 6 days of planned travel
Route
Guwahati → Shillong → Cherrapunji → Shillong → Guwahati
Top Highlights
- Explore Shillong
- Stay in Cherrapunji
- Discover Meghalaya's Scenic Landscapes
- Experience Shillong & Cherrapunji
- Guwahati Gateway
- 6 Days / 5 Nights Meghalaya Journey
Itinerary
Route: Guwahati → Shillong
Distance: Approx. 100 km
Overnight: Shillong
Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station and begin your scenic journey towards Shillong. En route, visit Umiam Lake and enjoy the surrounding landscapes.
On arrival in Shillong, check in to your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure or explore the lively Police Bazar before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Places Covered:
- Guwahati
- Umiam Lake
- Shillong
- Police Bazar
Route: Shillong → Cherrapunji
Distance: Approx. 55 km
Overnight: Cherrapunji
After breakfast, proceed towards Cherrapunji. Visit Elephant Falls, Wah-Kaba Falls, Arwah Cave, NohKaLikai Falls and Dainthlen Falls before arriving in Cherrapunji.
Places Covered:
- Elephant Falls
- Wah-Kaba Falls
- Arwah Cave
- NohKaLikai Falls
- Dainthlen Falls
- Cherrapunji
Overnight: Cherrapunji
Option 1 – Natural Wonders
Explore Mawsmai Cave, Mawsmai Monoliths, Mawsmai Nongthymmai Eco Park, Nohsngithiang Falls / Seven Sisters Falls, Thangkharang Park, Khoh Ramhah and Kynrem Falls.
Option 2 – Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek
Travel to Tyrna village for the moderate Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek. The trek takes approximately 3–4 hours. Rainbow Falls can also be visited as an optional extension.
Sturdy hiking shoes, water, snacks and rain gear are recommended. A local guide is also suggested.
Route: Approx. 150 km
Overnight: Shillong
After breakfast, travel towards Mawlynnong and Dawki. Visit Mawkdok Dympep Valley View Point, Mawlynnong and Dawki, followed by the crystal-clear waters of the Umngot River.
Continue to another Living Root Bridge and visit Krang Suri Falls or Phe Phe Falls before returning to Shillong.
Places Covered:
- Mawkdok Dympep Valley View Point
- Mawlynnong
- Dawki
- Umngot River
- Living Root Bridge
- Krang Suri Falls / Phe Phe Falls
Route: Shillong → Guwahati
Distance: Approx. 100 km
Overnight: Guwahati
After breakfast, begin your journey towards Guwahati. Visit Don Bosco Museum, Ward's Lake, Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians and Lady Hydari Park before continuing to Guwahati for your overnight stay.
Places Covered:
- Don Bosco Museum
- Ward's Lake
- Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
- Lady Hydari Park
- Guwahati
Visit Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji Temple, Sukreswar Temple, Navagraha Temple, Umananda Temple on Peacock Island and Basistha Temple.
After sightseeing, proceed to Guwahati Airport or Railway Station for departure.
Places Covered:
- Kamakhya Temple
- Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji Temple
- Sukreswar Temple
- Navagraha Temple
- Umananda Temple
- Basistha Temple
Includes/Excludes
The Trip Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Meals as per selected meal plan
- Transportation
- Fuel
- Road toll
- Toll taxes
- Experienced driver
- Driver allowance
- Point-to-point transportation as per itinerary
The Trip Cost Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Laundry
- Telephone expenses
- Tips and gratuity
- Drinks
- Festive charges
- Additional sightseeing
- Extra vehicle usage
- Boating
- Camera fees
- Guide charges
- Entrance fees
- Insurance
- Costs arising from natural calamities
- Increase in taxes/fuel prices
- Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
General
This Meghalaya itinerary is for 5 nights and 6 days.
The journey starts from Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station.
The tour ends with a drop at Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station.
The itinerary covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong, Dawki and Guwahati.
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
- Laikar Inn
- Cindy Homestay
- Liliancy Homestay
- Similar
Shnongpdeng / Dawki
- Homestay / Camp
Kaziranga
- Bonroja Motel
- T G Resorts
- Similar
Guwahati
- Hotel Rialto
- Swagatam Inn
- Similar
Vehicle Options
2 Pax
- Swift Dzire / Similar – 1 vehicle
4 Pax
- Swift Dzire / Similar – 1 vehicle
6 Pax
- Innova / Ertiga / Similar – 1 vehicle
8 Pax
- Swift Dzire / Similar – 2 vehicles
10 Pax
- Innova / Ertiga / Similar – 2 vehicles
12 Pax
- Innova / Ertiga / Similar – 2 vehicles



