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Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji

3 nights from Guwahati, exploring Shillong, Cherrapunji waterfalls and ancient caves
Duration
3 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Shillong · Cherrapunjee · Shillong · Guwahati
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The journey

Travel through Meghalaya on a four-day journey between Shillong and Cherrapunjee. Beginning in Guwahati, you head into the hills with stops at Kamakhya Devi Temple and the placid Umiam Lake before reaching Shillong. The itinerary continues to Cherrapunjee, visiting scenic waterfalls, viewpoints, and limestone caverns.

From roaring waterfalls like Nohkalikai and Rainbow Falls to Arwah and Mawsmai caves, you experience the region's dramatic natural landscapes. The return route explores Shillong's cultural attractions, Don Bosco Museum, and Ward's Lake, concluding with Assamese heritage at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Kamakhya Devi Temple: sacred Shakti Peetha perched atop Nilachal Hill

02

Umiam Lake: vast waterbody framed by rolling green hills

03

Nohkalikai Waterfall: dramatic cascade dropping into a turquoise pool

04

Arwah and Mawsmai Caves: limestone caverns filled with unique rock formations

05

Don Bosco Museum: comprehensive showcases of indigenous Northeast cultures and heritage

06

Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra: cultural complex featuring Assamese art, traditions, and exhibits

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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4 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
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Day 1 · Shillong

Guwahati to Shillong via Umiam Lake

Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station and begin the 100-kilometre drive to Shillong, taking around four hours. En route, visit the sacred Kamakhya Devi Temple on Nilachal Hill for a spiritual beginning. Stop at the calm waters of Umiam Lake, surrounded by green hills, before continuing to the state capital. Upon reaching Shillong, check in to your hotel and unwind for the evening. You spend the night in Shillong.

Meal notes

Meals not included

CherrapunjeeCherrapunjee

Day 2 · Cherrapunjee

Shillong to Cherrapunjee

Have an early breakfast and depart for Cherrapunjee, situated at an altitude of 4,400 feet. En route, visit Elephant Falls and head up to Shillong Peak for expansive views over the hills. Continue the drive into Cherrapunjee to explore Nohkalikai Waterfall, Seven Sisters Waterfalls, and the limestone caverns of Arwah Cave and Mawsmai Cave. Pause at the Cherrapunjee Viewpoint for wide valley vistas, and visit the historic David Scott Memorial Stone before checking in. Overnight stay is in Cherrapunjee.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 3 · Shillong

Cherrapunjee to Shillong Sightseeing

After breakfast, start your day visiting Rainbow Falls. Begin the return drive towards Shillong, stopping along the highway at Mawkdok Dympep Valley and Wah Kaba Falls to admire the deep canyons and cascades. Upon arrival in Shillong, check in to your hotel and take some time to rest. Later, head out to explore the city's sights, including Shillong View Point, Don Bosco Museum, and Ward's Lake. You return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Shillong.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 4 · Shillong

Shillong to Guwahati Departure

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before driving back towards Guwahati. Along the way, visit Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra to explore its cultural exhibitions and light-and-sound shows displaying Assamese history and traditions. Following the visit, transfer to Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station for your onward journey, bringing your trip to a close.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 4

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Places worth exploring

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Kamakhya Devi Temple

Sacred Shakti Peetha offering spiritual significance on Nilachal Hill overlooking the valley.

India

Nohkalikai Waterfall

One of India's tallest waterfalls plunging from steep cliffs into a pool below.

India

Mawsmai Cave

Naturally lit limestone cave featuring impressive stalactite and stalagmite rock formations.

India

Don Bosco Museum

Acclaimed multi-storey cultural centre dedicated to preserving indigenous Northeast heritage and traditions.

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In this holiday plan

  • 3 nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast: Shillong 2 nights, Cherrapunjee 1 night
  • Vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller) including fuel, driver allowances, toll taxes, and parking
  • All Inner Line Permits
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary

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  • −Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.
  • −Any Extra Meals.
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.
  • −Any entry fees for the museum, park, Jeep Safari or anything else.
  • −Room Heater Charges.
  • −Insurance.
  • −Anything which is not included in the inclusion.

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Good to know

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Your starting price₹26,800

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

Local know-how
  • Cherrapunjee experiences frequent rain and mist; carrying rainwear is recommended.
  • Cave paths at Arwah and Mawsmai involve walking over uneven limestone surfaces.
  • Check-in at Shillong follows a four-hour drive from Guwahati on Day 1.
When is the best time to visit Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Shillong?

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

How many days is Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji?

4 days and 3 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji cover?

Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Shillong. 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 Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Shillong?

Kamakhya Devi Temple; Nohkalikai Waterfall; Mawsmai Cave; Don Bosco Museum.

Who is Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji 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 Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji cost?

From ₹26,800 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: 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 3-night itinerary?

3 nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast: Shillong 2 nights, Cherrapunjee 1 night; Vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller) including fuel, driver allowances, toll taxes, and parking; All Inner Line Permits; 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 Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji?

Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.; Any Extra Meals.; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.; Any entry fees for the museum, park, Jeep Safari or anything else.; Room Heater Charges.; Insurance.; Anything which is not included in the inclusion..

How do I book Meghalaya: Shillong and Cherrapunji?

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

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
₹26,800
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.
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