Wari Chora, Shillong and Dawki Tour

Your trip starts in Guwahati as you drive south away from the Assam plains into the forested, rolling terrain of the Garo Hills. Along the way, take in views of countryside roads and tribal settlements. You arrive in Baghmara or the nearby village of Emangre by late afternoon. Check into your guesthouse or hotel, unwind in the peaceful village atmosphere, and prepare for your hike the next day. You spend the night in Baghmara or Emangre Village.

Have breakfast at your stay before heading out for the Wari Chora trek. The trail leads through thick forest, rocky trails, and groves of bamboo toward the sheltered river gorge. Board a small canoe on the emerald waters of Wari Chora, paddling between sheer rock cliffs under the forest canopy. After taking in the peaceful canyon and surrounding nature, return to your village base by evening. Overnight stay in Baghmara or Emangre Village.

After breakfast, start your journey towards Shillong. Your first visit is Siju Caves, one of India's longest cave networks, where you can walk through limestone chambers filled with stalactites and bats. Next, stop at the nearby Jadisil Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its forest birds and butterflies. In the afternoon, set out on the scenic drive up into the Khasi Hills, reaching Shillong by evening. Check into your hotel and rest. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Eat breakfast and depart Shillong for Cherrapunji. Your first stop en route is Elephant Falls, where a scenic three-tiered waterfall cascades through lush green woods. Continue onwards to Laitlum Canyons to admire sweeping views across deep ravines and distant hills. Continue your drive to Cherrapunji, arriving by afternoon. Settle into your hotel surrounded by cliffs, clouds, and the sound of waterfalls. Overnight stay in Cherrapunji.

Today you choose between an active hike or relaxed local sightseeing. For the trek, start early and travel to Tyrna village, descending roughly 3,000 stone steps and crossing hanging bridges to Nongriat to view the living root bridge. Alternatively, spend a slower day visiting Arwah Cave and Thangkharang Park, followed by leisure time at your resort to enjoy the mist and views. Return to your hotel in Cherrapunji for the night.

Enjoy breakfast, then drive across the East Khasi Hills towards Mawlynnong village. Wander down flower-bordered paths, view traditional bamboo structures, and visit the unusual Balancing Rock. Next, head down to Dawki on the border for a boat ride over the clear waters of the Umngot River, looking out at surrounding cliffs and woods. Later in the afternoon, drive back up to Shillong and check into your hotel. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Have breakfast before checking out of your hotel in Shillong. Begin the return journey towards Assam, making a scenic photo stop along the shores of Umiam Lake to take in the water and hills. Continue driving directly to Guwahati, where your tour concludes with your onward departure.