Boat floating on the clear green Umngot river at Dawki, Meghalaya

Meghalaya · India

Meghalaya: Clouds & Crystal Rivers – 5 Nights / 6 Days

Shillong → Cherrapunji → Dawki

  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Group
  • Standard
  • Duration5 Nights / 6 Days
  • Hotel3★ / 4★ / 5★ options
  • Meal planBreakfast and dinner (MAP)
  • TransportPrivate vehicle from Guwahati
  • Travel datesOctober to May
  • Price per personOn request

Overview

Waterfalls, caves and living-root bridges around Cherrapunji, the glass-clear river at Dawki and a finish at Kamakhya.

Package highlights

  • Boat on the clear Umngot River
  • Double-decker root bridge trek (optional)
  • Asia’s cleanest village

Day-wise itinerary

  1. Day01

    Guwahati to Shillong

    Shillong
    • Pickup at Guwahati
    • Umiam Lake
    • Shillong check-in
    Meals
    Dinner
    Hotel
    Shillong
    Transfer
    Private vehicle
  2. Day02

    Cherrapunji

    Cherrapunji
    • Nohkalikai Falls
    • Mawsmai Cave
    • Seven Sisters Falls
    • Eco Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Hotel
    Cherrapunji
    Transfer
    Private vehicle
  3. Day03

    Root Bridge Trek

    Cherrapunji
    • Double-decker root bridge, Nongriat (steep trek, optional)
    • Laitlum Canyons
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Hotel
    Cherrapunji
    Transfer
    Private vehicle
  4. Day04

    Mawlynnong & Dawki

    Shillong
    • Mawlynnong village
    • Riwai living root bridge
    • Boat ride at Dawki
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Hotel
    Shillong
    Transfer
    Private vehicle
  5. Day05

    Shillong to Guwahati

    Guwahati
    • Shillong Peak
    • Elephant Falls
    • Drive to Guwahati
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Hotel
    Guwahati
    Transfer
    Private vehicle
  6. Day06

    Kamakhya & Departure

    • Kamakhya Temple
    • Drop at Guwahati airport or station
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Hotel
    Check-out day
    Transfer
    Private vehicle

Hotels & room options

OptionHotel categoryRoom categoryMeal plan
Standard3★ hotelsStandard roomBreakfast and dinner (MAP)
Deluxe4★ hotelsDeluxe roomBreakfast and dinner (MAP)
Luxury5★ hotelsPremium roomBreakfast and dinner (MAP)

Hotel names are confirmed with your quotation, based on availability for your dates. Overnight cities: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Guwahati.

Sightseeing & activities

  • Umiam Lake
  • Nohkalikai Falls
  • Mawsmai Cave
  • Seven Sisters Falls
  • Eco Park
  • Double-decker root bridge, Nongriat (steep trek, optional)
  • Laitlum Canyons
  • Mawlynnong village
  • Riwai living root bridge
  • Boat ride at Dawki
  • Shillong Peak
  • Elephant Falls
  • Drive to Guwahati
  • Kamakhya Temple

Transportation: Private vehicle from Guwahati.

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • Accommodation in the chosen hotel category on twin/double sharing
  • Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel (MAP)
  • Private AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
  • Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel

Not included

  • Airfare or train tickets to the starting city
  • Entry tickets, guide fees and activity charges
  • Lunches and anything ordered outside the meal plan
  • GST as applicable
  • Personal expenses, tips and any cost from weather, landslides or road closures
  • Boat and guide charges at Dawki and Nongriat

Visa information

No visa is needed for Indian citizens. Carry a government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence) for hotel check-ins and flights.

Important notes & policies

Travel dates

October to May. Best time to visit Meghalaya: October to May.

Price per person

Prices depend on travel dates, hotel category and number of travellers. Request a quote for the current price.

Child policy

Child rates depend on the child’s age and whether an extra bed is needed. Share each child’s age when you enquire and we will quote accordingly.

Payment terms

50% advance confirms the booking. The balance is due 25–30 days before departure, as stated in your quotation. Payments are accepted by bank transfer (NEFT / RTGS / IMPS) or cheque; cash deposits are not accepted. Bank details are shared when you confirm.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations must be sent by email. Charges depend on how close to departure you cancel and on the hotels, airlines and suppliers in your booking; the exact slab is written in your quotation. Peak dates (15 December – 15 January) are usually non-refundable within 30 days of departure. Changes to a confirmed booking are treated as a cancellation and rebooking. Refunds take at least 15 days to process, and unused services are not refundable.

Booking terms

  • Hotel check-in is generally at 14:00 and check-out at 11:00. Early check-in or late check-out depends on the hotel.
  • Hotels and room types are subject to availability at the time of booking. If a hotel is not available, we offer a similar property and tell you about any change in cost.
  • Room views, floors, bed type and interconnecting rooms are at the hotel’s discretion.
  • For safety, we do not plan night driving in hill areas. Vehicle A/C is switched off on hill roads.
  • Peak-season surcharges and Christmas / New Year gala dinners are charged extra where applicable.
  • Any complaint should be reported to us during the trip, or in writing within 15 days of the tour ending.
  • Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of Pune courts only.

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