Meghalaya 6-Day Itinerary from Guwahati
A relaxed 5 Nights / 6 Days Meghalaya itinerary from Guwahati that adds the things a 5-day trip leaves out — the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat and Jaintia Hills' Krang Suri Falls — alongside Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki–Mawlynnong. Private cab and hotels, paced for the hill roads.
- Duration
- 5 Nights / 6 Days
- Starts
- Guwahati
- Ideal for
- Travellers who want the full circuit plus the Double Decker trek, unhurried
- From
- ₹23,999 per person
Places covered
- Umiam Lake
- Shillong
- Cherrapunji (Sohra)
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Mawsmai Cave
- Double Decker Living Root Bridge (Nongriat)
- Dawki – Umngot River
- Mawlynnong
- Krang Suri Falls (Jowai)
- Laitlum Canyons
Tour overview
Six days is the comfortable version of the Meghalaya circuit: you keep the classic Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki–Mawlynnong days but add a dedicated day for the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek (or a Jowai / Krang Suri day), so nothing is rushed.
You travel by private cab throughout, with overnights split between Shillong and Cherrapunji to cut down on backtracking. This is the plan we recommend for travellers who want the famous Nongriat double-decker bridge without sacrificing the waterfalls and the river.
The price below is indicative per person on twin-sharing with hotels and daily breakfast; the exact quote depends on dates, hotel category, group size and vehicle.
Day-by-day itinerary
- 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
- Day 2
Cherrapunji (Sohra) full-day sightseeing
- Mawkdok Dympep Valley, Nohkalikai Falls
- Mawsmai Cave & Arwah Cave
- Seven Sisters Falls, Wei Sawdong
- Overnight in Cherrapunji
- Day 3
Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek (Nongriat)
- Early start from Cherrapunji to Tyrna
- Trek ~3,500 steps down to Nongriat and the Double Decker bridge
- Optional Rainbow Falls extension
- Overnight in Cherrapunji or back to Shillong
- Day 4
Dawki & Mawlynnong day
- Drive to the East Khasi border belt
- Umngot River boat ride at Dawki (clear water Oct–Apr)
- Mawlynnong — Asia's cleanest village, Riwai root bridge
- Overnight in Shillong
- Day 5
Jowai / Krang Suri Falls (Jaintia Hills)
- Day trip to the Jaintia Hills
- Krang Suri Falls — turquoise pool & short trek
- Optional Phe Phe Falls or Thadlaskein Lake
- Overnight in Shillong
- Day 6
Shillong → Guwahati departure
- Laitlum Canyons or a quick Shillong viewpoint if time allows
- Drive back to Guwahati (~3–3.5 hrs)
- Drop at Guwahati Airport / railway station
Inclusions
- Private AC cab for all transfers & sightseeing
- Experienced local driver (fuel, tolls included)
- 5 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, trek guide & activity charges
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Best time to visit
October to May; the Nongriat trek is best in the dry season (Oct–Mar)
Ideal for
Travellers who want the full circuit plus the Double Decker trek, unhurried
Frequently asked questions
What does a 6-day Meghalaya trip add over 5 days?
The extra day is usually given to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat (a full day, ~3,500 steps), plus a Jowai / Krang Suri Falls day in the Jaintia Hills.
How much does a 6-day Meghalaya tour cost?
Indicative pricing starts from around ₹23,999 per person on twin-sharing with hotels, private cab and daily breakfast. The final quote depends on dates, hotel category, group size and vehicle.
Is the Double Decker bridge trek hard?
It is a strenuous full-day trek of roughly 3,500 steps down to Nongriat and back up. It is very doable for reasonably fit travellers but not ideal for those with knee problems, very young children or limited time — we can swap in an easier day if needed.
Can I customise the 6-day plan?
Yes. Swap the trek for Mawphlang sacred forest or extra Shillong leisure, add Shnongpdeng river camping, or change hotel categories. Use our free AI itinerary builder or tell us your preferences.
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