DAY 1

Guwahati – Kaziranga National Park

Once you arrive at Guwahati airport, you will drive to Kaziranga. The drive from Guwahati to Kaziranga takes 5 hours. Check in to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Kaziranga.

Kaziranga National Park:

In the heart of Assam, close to Guwahati, Kaziranga National Park covers an area of 430 sq-kms and is inhabited by the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including tigers, elephants, panthers and bears, and thousands of birds. In 1985, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its unique natural environment.

Note: This is for your information that elephant ride and jeep safari and forest entry are regulated and controlled by the forest dept. Govt. of Assam. As such we do not have any control for booking of elephant seats and entry by jeeps

DAY 2

Explore Kaziranga National Park

After breakfast enjoy the park on a jeep safari. In the evening you will visit a tea garden and local villages.
Your overnight stay is at Kaziranga.

DAY 3

Kaziranga – Shillong

After breakfast drive to Shillong (290 kms/7 hrs drive approx). On arrival, check in to your hotel in Shillong.
Your overnight stay is in Shillong.

DAY 4

Shillong Sightseeing

Shillong is a charming little hill station and the capital city of Meghalaya. Shillong gets its name from Lei Shillong, an idol worshipped at the Shillong Peak. Shillong is surrounded by pine trees. The picturesque landscape of Shillong provides visitors some amazing walking trails and viewpoints, besides stunning lakes and waterfalls. Shillong is known as the “Scotland of the east” primarily due to the similarities in the landscape. Shillong is also famous as the music capital of India, as many prominent musicians have hailed from this place.

Also read about: https://www.tourgenie.com/discover/discover-meghalaya/shillong-sightseeing

DAY 5

Shillong - Cherrapunjee (Meghalaya)

Today you will leave Shillong to explore the root bridges in Cheerapunjee. After breakfast you will trek to Single Decker Living Root Bridge—3-4 hours from the resort. The distance you will cover is 4 km down and upwards by 1000 feet approx. This trek starts from the resort premises and goes downhill through village Sohsarat. The steps are relatively steeper in two short stretches. Half the distance is covered by steps going downhill. Then there is a jungle path going along the sides of the hill leading to the Living Root Bridge with a few steps after short stretches of sloping footpath. Moss thrives on these sandstone steps during the monsoon and makes them slippery.
You will trek back to the resort and can spend your evening at leisure with local music placed by the local boys.
Your overnight stay is at Cherrapunjee.

DAY 6

Cherrapunjee – Mwallynong – Shillong (Meghayala)

After breakfast you will be taken on a day excursion to Mwallynong (100 kms/3 hrs drive approx). En route near Shillong you will visit Elephant Falls and then proceed to Mwallynong.

You will drive back to Shillong for an overnight stay. You will be driving to Guwahati the next day. Look forward to seeing the famous temple of Guwahati.

Note: It is advisable to carry packed lunch to Mwallynong.

Mawlynnong village:

Mawlynnong village, situated 90 kms ahead of Shillong on the Shillong-Dawki Road, is a village of 75 households with a population of 400. It is dubbed the cleanest village in India by Discover India Magazine. The primary village school till class V boasts of its no dropout record and the village has achieved 90% literacy. Paved walkways and beautiful flowerbeds all along mark the village, with waterfalls, a living root bridge, hilly rivulets, acacia plantation, and an excellent view of the faraway plains of Bangladesh all contributing to the ambience of this village. Farming of betel nut & leaves, broomsticks, and pepper along with bee rearing are the primary economic activities of this village, and with the village headman himself taking the responsibility of making visitors comfortable, a day in this village gives an insight into the life of the Khasis, the influence of the Church, and its metamorphosis.

DAY 7

Shillong – Guwahati

After breakfast you will drive to Guwahati and check in to your hotel. After a while you will go to visit the most famous temple in Guwahati—Kamakhya Mandir. This Guwahati temple is situated at the top of the Nilachal Hill at about 800 feet above the sea level in the western part of Guwahati city. Within this famous Guwahati temple complex are many other temples of Devi Kali, Tara, Bagala, Chinnamasta, Bhuvanesvari, Bhairavi, and Dhumavati (Timing 06:00 am to 01:00 pm & 3:00 pm till its gets dark).

You can also visit Sankardev Kalakshetra, a cultural institution in the Panjabari area of Guwahati where you can enjoy a light and sound show. Another option that Guwahati offers is a delightful river cruise. No trip to Guwahati is complete without a cruise down the Brahmaputra River. This is subject to weather conditions and availability and will be on direct payment.

Your overnight stay is in Guwahati.

Guwahati:

Guwahati is the largest metropolitan city in Northeast India. Situated along the south bank of Brahmaputra River, Guwahati is a riverine port city. Guwahati is also known as the “City of temples.” Most of the Hindu pilgrims visit Guwahati during festivals when the city of Guwahati comes alive. Ambubachi Mela is the most-visited festival in Guwahati. Guwahati was once named as Pragjyotishpur (Light of the East). Guwahati is a city of contrasts, where old colonial charm harmonises with modern concrete structures. Guwahati is bordered on the south by the foothills of the Shillong plateau. The months from October to March are the best months to visit Guwahati as it experiences a pleasant subtropical climate.

Read about Places to visit in Guwahati: https://www.tourgenie.com/discover/discover-assam/guwahati-sightseeing

DAY 8

Departure

After breakfast you will drive to Guwahati airport. We hope you take back happy memories of your experiences in Guwahati, Kaziranga, Shillong, and Cheerapunjee and await your return for another exciting trip with us in Assam.

INCLUSIONS

All applicable transfers & sightseeing by Tata Sumo/ Innova as per the itinerary, not at disposal.
Accommodation on the mentioned hotels for duration mentioned in the itinerary
Meals on CP / MAP / AP basis.
Parking charges at Kamakhya (Guwahati)and other sightseeing places

EXCLUSIONS

GST @ 5% or as applicable.
Sightseeing entry fees, guide charge, camera fee, any up-gradation charges
VIP entry fee to Kamakhya Mandir, Guwahati
Offerings at Kamakhya Mandir, Guwahati
Cost for service not mentioned under the “cost includes” heads.
Cost for airfare, train fare or any other internal fare.
Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, mineral water, porter, tip etc.
Difference in cost arising due to change in fuel price.
Difference in cost arising due to extra usage of vehicle other than scheduled mentioned in the itinerary.

ENTRY POINTS

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati)
Guwahati Railway Station
ISBT (Guwahati)

INFORMATION