Day 1: Guwahati arrival and transfer to Shillong (105 KMs 2-2.5 hrs)
Upon your arrival at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (GAU), the gateway of North East India, you will be directly transferred to Shillong, the popular hill station of north east. Enroute visit Umiam (Barapani) Lake. Shillong stay.
Shillong is a beautiful and very popular hill station in the northeast India and in the capital of Meghalaya, it is also popularly known as Scotland of the East. It is home to many waterfalls, parks, hills, and charming landforms. On arrival complete, your check-in formalities at the respective hotel and unwind. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. You can take a stroll in your hotel premises and enjoy the scenic setting.
Day 2: Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Shillong
After early breakfast visit Elephant Falls and transfer to CHERRAPUNJEE (65 km / 2 hours approx).
Visit some of the famous tourist spots such as Nohkalikai waterfalls which is the tallest plunge waterfall in India and it is falling from a height of 1115 feet. Visit Pillar Rock which is surrounded by the lush greenery all around and it is one of the major tourist spots of Cherrapunji. This spot is famous for its striking shape of the rock that is in the form of an immense cone and bounded by two other smaller rocks in similar shape. Later, you will visit to explore the Mawsmai Cave and witness the natural beauty of Seven Sister Falls. Evening back to Shillong for night halt.
Day 3: Shillong – Mawlynnong – Dawki
Wake up early in the morning and enjoy your delicious breakfast at your hotel.
After that transfer to the cleanest village of Asia, i.e.Mawllynnong. After reaching this village you will observe the lush greenery all around and one can sense the aroma scattered everywhere in the fresh atmosphere. Explore Mawlynnong Village and learn more about the culture and lifestyle of local tribes. This village is a home of the Khasi tribe mainly. Enjoy the best warm hospitality offered by the people of the village to the guests.
Later, visit the stunning waterfalls. There are more things on the way to enjoy before going back to Shillong. Further, you will be driven to Dawki, which is about 20 kilometers south of Mawlynnong, at the border of India and Bangladesh and renowned for its suspension bridge which is commonly known as the Dawki Bridge and is built over the Umngot River. The bridge was constructed by the British in 1932. You can enjoy boating on the Umngot River. The most interesting fact about this river is that the water of Dawki is so clear that you will feel like you are boating on a crystal glass surface. It is one of the most striking natural landmarks in Meghalaya. After exploring the amazing towns continue your drive to Shillong. On arrival at the hotel, relax. Shillong stay.
Day 4: Shillong to Guwahati (105 KMs 2:00-2.30 Hrs)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Guwahati, check in and visit Sankardev Kalakhetra, Bashistha Ashram and other local attractions. In the evening get picked up for a Dinner Cruise (7:30 pm -9 pm) at Brahmputra river, reporting at 7 pm. Return to hotel, overnight at Guwahati hotel.
Day 5: Check out
Breakfast will be served at your hotel. After that check out and transfer to Guwahati Railway Station or Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (GAU) for your onward journey.
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