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Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour

6 nights from Guwahati, visiting Umiam Lake, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, and Shillong
Duration
6 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Shillong · Cherrapunjee · Mawlynnong · Shillong · Guwahati
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The journey

Travel across Assam and Meghalaya on a seven-day loop beginning and ending in Guwahati. You will explore historic temples and local museums before climbing up to Shillong and visiting Umiam Lake. Continue southward into Cherrapunjee to see dramatic waterfalls, deep caves, and misty viewpoints.

The journey heads down to the India-Bangladesh border at Dawki and the village of Mawlynnong, known for its living root bridge and natural balancing rock. Conclude your trip exploring cultural spots, tranquil lakes, and temples across Shillong and Guwahati.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Kamakhya Temple: Historic temple complex visited on your first day in Guwahati

02

Umiam Lake: Broad and placid highland lake encircled by scenic wooded hills

03

Nohkalikai Falls: Striking natural cascade located along the Cherrapunjee viewpoint trail

04

Mawsmai Caves: Limestone cave network open to explore during your stay in Cherrapunjee

05

Dawki Border: Border area with Bangladesh offering access near the open frontier checkpoint

06

Mawlynnong Village: Remote settlement home to a living root bridge and balancing rock

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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7 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
GuwahatiGuwahati

Day 1 · Guwahati

Arrival in Guwahati and City Sightseeing

Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station and transfer to your hotel. If taking part by motorbike, receive your bike introduction, and meet fellow travelers. After settling in and taking some rest, head out for a local sightseeing tour. Visit the revered Kamakhya Temple, the Assam State Museum, and the Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden. Return to your hotel in the evening. Dinner is not included. Overnight in Guwahati.

Meal notes

Meals not included

ShillongShillong

Day 2 · Shillong

Drive from Guwahati to Shillong via Umiam Lake

Have breakfast and commence your journey into Meghalaya. Drive from Guwahati to Shillong, covering approximately 100 kilometres over four hours. En route, stop by Umiam Lake, a wide expanse of water surrounded by quiet wooded hills. Upon reaching Shillong, check in at your hotel. Enjoy your evening at leisure. Dinner is not included. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

CherrapunjeeCherrapunjee

Day 3 · Cherrapunjee

Shillong to Cherrapunjee via Waterfalls and Caves

Eat an early breakfast and travel to Cherrapunjee, situated at an altitude of 4,400 feet. On the way, stop to see Elephant Falls and head up to Shillong Peak for panoramic viewpoints. Continue onwards to witness the prominent Nohkalikai Falls. You also have the opportunity to explore the caverns of Mawsmai Cave. Later, settle in at your hotel. Dinner is not included. Overnight stay in Cherrapunjee.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

MawlynnongMawlynnong

Day 4 · Mawlynnong

Cherrapunjee to Mawlynnong via Dawki Border

Have an early breakfast and take a two-hour drive to Dawki along the India-Bangladesh border and river basin. Observe the open international boundary and walk towards the Bangladesh border checkpoint. Continue to Mawlynnong, recognized as a tidy village community. Here, visit the living root bridge and inspect a balancing rock perched on a small boulder. Dinner is not included. Overnight stay in Mawlynnong.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ShillongShillong

Day 5 · Shillong

Mawlynnong to Shillong with Waterfall Stops

Following breakfast, take a walk through Mawlynnong to interact with residents and browse local shops for bamboo handicrafts. Begin your drive back to Shillong, pausing along the way to view roadside waterfalls. Reach Shillong by the evening and check in to your accommodation. The rest of the evening is free for leisure. Dinner is not included. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

GuwahatiGuwahati

Day 6 · Guwahati

Shillong Sightseeing and Drive to Guwahati

After breakfast, head out to explore the Don Bosco Museum and stroll along Ward's Lake in Shillong. Afterwards, begin your road journey back down to Guwahati. En route, stop at Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra to witness displays of Assamese heritage and culture alongside a light and sound show. Check in to your Guwahati hotel in the evening. Dinner is not included. Overnight stay in Guwahati.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

GuwahatiGuwahati

Day 7 · Guwahati

Guwahati Sightseeing and Departure

Enjoy breakfast before discovering the remaining highlights of Guwahati. Visit the Tirupati Balaji Temple and the hilltop Nabagraha Temple, followed by free time to browse the local markets. Conclude your itinerary with a scheduled drop-off transfer to Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station for your journey home.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 7

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Places worth exploring

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Kamakhya Temple

Historic and prominent hilltop temple complex in Guwahati visited on arrival day.

Umiam Lake

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Umiam Lake

Expansive scenic lake bordered by wooded hills along the drive to Shillong.

Nohkalikai Falls

India

Nohkalikai Falls

Famous Cherrapunjee waterfall cascading dramatically off tall cliff faces.

India

Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra

Cultural centre exhibiting Assamese heritage and history with a light and sound show.

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In this holiday plan

  • 6 nights accommodation with breakfast only: Guwahati 2, Shillong 2, Cherrapunjee 1, Mawlynnong 1
  • A vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller)
  • All Inner line Permits
  • Toll taxes, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowances
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary

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  • −Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, and room heater charges
  • −Extra meals
  • −Extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary
  • −Entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safari, or any other attractions
  • −Insurance

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Good to know

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹26,200

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.

Local know-how
  • The trip can be taken by private vehicle or by motorbike with an introductory briefing.
  • Dawki border allows travelers to walk up close to the Bangladesh checkpoint without wire fencing.
  • Accommodation is included on a breakfast-only (CP) plan, so dinners and lunches are self-funded.
When is the best time to visit Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Shillong, Guwahati?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Shillong, Guwahati when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour?

7 days and 6 nights, across 6 destinations.

Which places does Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour cover?

Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Shillong, Guwahati. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Shillong, Guwahati?

Kamakhya Temple; Umiam Lake; Nohkalikai Falls; Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra.

Who is Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour best suited to?

families, couples, friends

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour cost?

From ₹26,200 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 6-night itinerary?

6 nights accommodation with breakfast only: Guwahati 2, Shillong 2, Cherrapunjee 1, Mawlynnong 1; A vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller); All Inner line Permits; Toll taxes, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowances; Sightseeing as per itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour?

Personal expenses such as entry charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, and room heater charges; Extra meals; Extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary; Entry fees for museums, parks, jeep safari, or any other attractions; Insurance.

How do I book Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee and Dawki Tour?

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Do I need a visa for Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Shillong, Guwahati?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹26,200
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: some stays, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.
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