Day 1
Guwahati → Shillong (via Umiam Lake)
- Pickup from Guwahati Airport (GAU) or railway station
- Drive ~100 km / 3–3.5 hrs to Shillong on NH6
- Photo stop at Umiam (Barapani) Lake
- Evening at Police Bazar; overnight in Shillong
Multi-day tour
Meghalaya 5-Day Itinerary from Guwahati
A complete 4 Nights / 5 Days Meghalaya itinerary starting and ending in Guwahati — covering Shillong, the Cherrapunji (Sohra) waterfalls and caves, and the crystal-clear Umngot River at Dawki with Mawlynnong, Asia's cleanest village. Private cab, hotels and a day-by-day plan that actually fits the hill-road distances.
- Duration
- 4 Nights / 5 Days
- Starts
- Guwahati
- Ideal for
- First-time visitors, families and couples wanting the full Meghalaya circuit
- From
- ₹18,999 per person
5 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
- 2
Day 2
Cherrapunji (Sohra) full-day sightseeing
- Mawkdok Dympep Valley viewpoint
- Nohkalikai Falls — India's tallest plunge waterfall
- Mawsmai Cave & Arwah Cave
- Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls, Wei Sawdong
- Overnight in Cherrapunji or back to Shillong
- 3
Day 3
Dawki & Mawlynnong day
- Early start towards the Jaintia Hills
- Umngot River boat ride at Dawki (crystal-clear water)
- Mawlynnong — Asia's cleanest village
- Riwai Living Root Bridge & Bophill border viewpoint
- Overnight in Shillong
- 4
Day 4
Shillong local sightseeing
- Laitlum Canyons or Shillong Peak viewpoint
- Elephant Falls & Ward's Lake
- Don Bosco Museum (Northeast cultures)
- Shopping / leisure; overnight in Shillong
- 5
Day 5
Shillong → Guwahati departure
- After breakfast, drive back to Guwahati (~3–3.5 hrs)
- Drop at Guwahati Airport / railway station
Route
Places covered
- Umiam Lake
- Shillong
- Cherrapunji (Sohra)
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Mawsmai Cave
- Seven Sisters Falls
- Dawki – Umngot River
- Mawlynnong
- Riwai Living Root Bridge
About this trip
Tour overview
Five days is the sweet spot for a first Meghalaya trip: enough to see Shillong, do a full Cherrapunji day and a full Dawki–Mawlynnong day without rushing the winding hill roads. This itinerary is built around real driving times, not an over-packed brochure plan.
You travel by private cab throughout, so the pace is yours — extra photo stops at Umiam Lake, a longer boat ride on the Umngot River, or the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek if you are up for it. Nights are spent in Shillong and Cherrapunji.
The price below is indicative per person on twin-sharing with hotels; the exact quote depends on your travel dates, hotel category, group size and vehicle, and is confirmed before you book.
Inclusions
- Private AC cab for all transfers & sightseeing
- Experienced local driver (fuel, tolls included)
- 4 nights hotel accommodation (Shillong / Cherrapunji)
- Daily breakfast
- All pickups & drops as per itinerary
Exclusions
- Flights / trains to Guwahati
- Lunch, dinner & personal expenses
- Entry tickets, boat & activity charges
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Best time to visit
October to May (peak Oct–Feb; fewer crowds Mar–Jun)
Ideal for
First-time visitors, families and couples wanting the full Meghalaya circuit
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 days enough for Meghalaya?
Yes. 4 Nights / 5 Days from Guwahati comfortably covers Shillong, a full Cherrapunji day and a full Dawki–Mawlynnong day. If you also want the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat, add one extra day.
How much does a 5-day Meghalaya tour cost?
Indicative pricing starts from around ₹18,999 per person on twin-sharing with hotels, private cab and daily breakfast. The final quote depends on dates, hotel category, group size and vehicle.
Can I do Cherrapunji and Dawki on the same day?
No — they are in opposite directions from Shillong, so each needs its own day. This itinerary keeps Cherrapunji on Day 2 and Dawki–Mawlynnong on Day 3.
Where do we stay during the trip?
Nights are in Shillong, with an optional night in Cherrapunji depending on the version you choose. Hotel category can be adjusted to your budget.
Is the itinerary customizable?
Yes. You can add the Nongriat root-bridge trek, Krang Suri Falls, Mawphlang sacred forest or extra Shillong leisure time. Use our free AI itinerary builder or tell us your preferences.
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