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Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour

2 nights from Guwahati, exploring Umiam Lake, Mawlynnong, Dawki and Kalakshetra
Duration
2 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Shillong · Guwahati
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Oct
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The journey

Start your journey in Guwahati and drive into the green hills of Meghalaya. On your way to Shillong, take in the views of Umiam Lake before settling into the hill station. You will spend two nights in Shillong, enjoying its lively atmosphere and scenic surroundings.

Explore Mawlynnong, famed as Asia's cleanest village, where you will see a living root bridge and a balancing boulder. Continue towards Dawki at the Bangladesh border for views of the river basin, with optional boating. Conclude your trip with visits to Ward's Lake and Guwahati's Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Umiam Lake: a placid lake surrounded by forested hills on the road to Shillong

02

Elephant Falls: a scenic cascading waterfall passed on the route to Mawlynnong

03

Mawlynnong Village: discover Asia's cleanest village with bamboo homes and lush gardens

04

Living root bridge: marvel at the unique bio-engineering marvel in Mawlynnong

05

Dawki: visit the river basin along the border with optional boating on the water

06

Kalakshetra: experience Assamese culture and history highlighted through a light and sound show

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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3 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 meet your driver. Begin the 100-kilometre drive towards Shillong, known as the Scotland of the East, taking roughly 4 hours. Along the way, stop at Umiam Lake, a serene man-made body of water set against hills and an adjoining park. Continue to Shillong and check in to your hotel. Dinner is provided this evening before your overnight stay.

Meal notes

Meals not included

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Day 2 · Shillong

Mawlynnong and Dawki Day Excursion

Enjoy an early breakfast before driving towards Mawlynnong. En route, pass through the Shillong View Point, Elephant Falls, and Mawjngih Lapynshongdor. Arrive at Mawlynnong, celebrated as Asia's cleanest village, to view the natural living root bridge and an unusual balancing boulder. Next, head to Dawki and the Bangladesh border along the expansive river basin. Here, you can observe the border area and choose to take a boat ride on the river at Dawki boating point at your own expense. Return to Shillong in the evening for an overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 3 · Shillong

Ward's Lake, Kalakshetra and Guwahati Departure

Have breakfast at your hotel and visit Ward's Lake in Shillong. Begin your drive back down to Guwahati. En route, stop at Kalakshetra, an Assamese cultural complex presenting local history and heritage through a light and sound show. Conclude your trip with a drop-off at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station for your departure.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 3

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Places worth exploring

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India

Umiam Lake

Picturesque man-made reservoir offering hillside views on the scenic journey between Guwahati and Shillong.

India

Mawlynnong Village

Renowned eco-village recognised for cleanliness, vibrant flower gardens, bamboo houses, and bio-engineering wonders.

India

Dawki and Bangladesh Border

Scenic border crossing and river basin with optional crystal-clear water boating along the international boundary.

India

Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra

Cultural institution displaying Assamese history and traditions through exhibits and an evening light and sound show.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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In this holiday plan

  • 2 nights in 3-star hotels: Shillong 2, on a breakfast-included basis
  • Private vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire, Innova, or Tempo Traveller)
  • Sightseeing tours as per itinerary
  • All Inner Line Permits
  • Toll taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, and driver allowances

Plan for these extras

  • −Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.
  • −Any Extra Meals.
  • −Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.
  • −Boating and other activities
  • −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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When to goOct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹29,700

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, other listed services.

Local know-how
  • The best months to visit Meghalaya are between October and April when the weather is pleasant.
  • Dawki boating and all monument or site entry fees are not covered in the package and must be paid directly on site.
When is the best time to visit Shillong?

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

How many days is Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour?

3 days and 2 nights.

What are the must-see highlights of Shillong?

Umiam Lake; Mawlynnong Village; Dawki and Bangladesh Border; Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra.

Who is Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

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 Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour cost?

From ₹29,700 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, other listed services.. 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 2-night itinerary?

2 nights in 3-star hotels: Shillong 2, on a breakfast-included basis; Private vehicle as per itinerary (Dzire, Innova, or Tempo Traveller); Sightseeing tours as per itinerary; All Inner Line Permits; Toll taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, and driver allowances. 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 Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour?

Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.; Any Extra Meals.; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.; Boating and other activities; 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 Shillong, Mawlynnong and Dawki Tour?

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Do I need a visa for 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
₹29,700
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, other listed services.
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