This 6-day Assam and Meghalaya tour package covers Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, and Dawki, designed for eco-explorers, group travelers, and culture enthusiasts seeking a seamless North East India journey. The package is priced at INR 27,500 per head (plus airfare) for a 5-night, 6-day fixed departure on January 26, 2027, including 3-star accommodation, daily breakfast and dinner, AC ground transport, entry fees, and an expert tour manager.
| Day | Destination | Main Activity | Stay |
| Day 1 | Guwahati | LGBI Airport pick-up • Hotel transfer • Evening leisure | Guwahati |
| Day 2 | Guwahati to Shillong | Umiam Lake viewpoint • Shillong Peak • Ward’s Lake • Police Bazaar | Shillong |
| Day 3 | Cherrapunjee | Elephant Falls • Mawsmai & Arwah Caves • Nohkalikai & Seven Sisters Waterfalls | Cherrapunjee |
| Day 4 | Mawlynnong & Dawki | Jingkieng Jri Root Bridge • Balancing Rock • Umngot River • Indo-Bangladesh Border | Shillong |
| Day 5 | Shillong to Guwahati | Scenic Khasi Hills return drive • Historic Kamakhya Temple visit | Guwahati |
| Day 6 | Guwahati | Hotel breakfast • LGBI Airport drop-off for departure flight | Departure |
Detailed 6-Day Itinerary: From Tea Country to the Abode of Clouds
Day 1: Arrival in Guwahati & Gateway to the North East
Arrive at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati. Meet your Team Yathri tour manager and board your comfortable AC transfer to the hotel. • Activity: Hotel check-in and relaxed evening at leisure • Meal Plan: Dinner included • Stay: Guwahati 3-Star Hotel • Insider Tip: Sample traditional Assamese dishes like Khaar or seasonal river fish at local restaurants near the riverfront.
Day 2: Guwahati to Shillong via the Mirror Waters of Umiam
Check out after breakfast and take the 100 km scenic drive into the East Khasi Hills toward Shillong. • Sightseeing Highlights: Umiam Lake (Barapani) • Shillong Peak • Ward’s Lake • Police Bazaar shopping • Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner • Stay: Shillong • Best Photo Spot: Stop at the Umiam Lake viewpoint around noon for crisp reflections of pine hills on dark blue water.
Day 3: Shillong to Cherrapunjee: Waterfalls, Caves, and Canyons
Depart Shillong for Cherrapunjee (Sohra), world-famous for its dramatic mist-shrouded gorges and massive waterfall drops. • Key Attractions: Elephant Falls • Mawsmai Cave • Nohkalikai Falls (340-meter plunge waterfall) • Seven Sisters Waterfalls • Arwah Caves • Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner • Stay: Cherrapunjee • Physical Expectation: Expect down-and-up walking across hundreds of concrete steps at Elephant Falls and Nohkalikai, plus brief crouching inside Mawsmai Cave passages.
Day 4: Mawlynnong Cleanest Village & Dawki Crystal Waters
Travel south toward the Bangladesh plains to visit Asia’s cleanest village and the translucent waters of Dawki. • Highlights: Mawlynnong Village • Living Root Bridge (Jingkieng Jri) • Balancing Rock • Umngot River boat ride • Indo-Bangladesh Border • Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner • Stay: Shillong • Local Experience: Rent a narrow wooden boat on the crystal-clear Umngot River where water clarity makes boats appear floating mid-air (boating fees paid on-site).
Day 5: Shillong to Guwahati & Sacred Kamakhya Pilgrimage
Drive back down from the Khasi Hills to Guwahati for a spiritual stop at one of India’s most venerated shrines. • High Point: Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hill • Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner • Stay: Guwahati • Practical Tip: Wear conservative clothing covering shoulders and knees for temple access, and budget extra time for security queues.
Day 6: Farewell Guwahati & Departure
Enjoy a final hotel breakfast before checking out for your departure transfer. • Transfer: Direct transfer to LGBI Airport Guwahati scheduled for group departure flights • Meal Plan: Breakfast
Essential Travel Preparation for Assam & Meghalaya
Physical Fitness & Accessibility
• Stair Climbs: Waterfall lookouts and living root bridge trails require climbing 100 to 300 steps on uneven stone paths.
• Cave Navigation: Mawsmai and Arwah caves feature damp limestone floors and narrow rock squeezes requiring good balance.
• Winding Roads: Hill drives involve tight hairpin curves; pack motion sickness medication if susceptible to travel sickness.
Packing & Clothing Checklist
• Footwear: High-traction walking shoes or trail sneakers with slip-resistant rubber soles.
• Layering: Mid-weight fleece jackets, windbreakers, or warm shawls for chilly Shillong nights (10°C to 15°C in January).
• Rain Gear: Compact travel umbrella or waterproof poncho for unpredictable mountain drizzles.
Regional Culinary Recommendations
• Try Khasi staples like Jadoh (savory rice cooked with herbs) and Dohneiiong (pork or chicken made with black sesame seeds).
• Taste fresh pineapples, wild berries, and smoked meats sold by local village vendors along the highways.
Package Pricing & Booking Details
Tour Cost & Fixed Departure
• Base Price: INR 27,500 per person (Triple/Double Sharing basis) + Airfare • Departure Date: 26 January 2027 (5 Nights / 6 Days) • Booking Advance: INR 15,000 per head + actual flight or train fare • Tax Inclusions: 5% GST is included in the tour price
What Is Included
• Accommodation: 3-Star hotels in Guwahati, Shillong, and Cherrapunjee • Meals: Daily hotel buffet Breakfast and Dinner • Transport: 26-Seat AC Tempo Traveler for airport transfers and scheduled sightseeing • Tour Escort: Dedicated Malayalee Tour Manager from Team Yathri Holidays • Sightseeing Tickets: Entry fees to all itinerary locations
What Is Excluded
• Airfare / Train Fare: Domestic travel tickets to/from Guwahati • On-Site Activities: Umngot River boat rides, local jeep hires, room heater charges • Personal Expenses: Lunches, mid-day snacks, beverages, and personal laundry
Cancellation Terms
• 30+ Days Prior: INR 6,000 per head charge + actual non-refundable flight/train cancellation fees • 15–30 Days Prior: 30% of total tour cost + flight/train cancellation charges • Under 15 Days: 100% tour cost forfeiture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Assam and Meghalaya?
The ideal time to visit Assam and Meghalaya is from October to April, when clear skies prevail, temperatures stay between 10°C and 22°C, and river water clarity at Dawki reaches its peak.
How much does a 6-day Meghalaya and Assam tour cost?
A guided 6-day land package costs INR 27,500 per person on a double/triple sharing basis, including 3-star hotel stays, 5% GST, breakfast, dinner, AC group transport, entry tickets, and tour manager services. Flight fares are extra.
Is a physical fitness test required for the living root bridges and cave tours?
No official fitness test is required, but travelers should be capable of climbing 100–300 stairs at waterfall viewpoints and walking across uneven, damp limestone cave surfaces.
Are flight tickets included in the Yathri Holidays package cost?
No, flight and train tickets to and from Guwahati LGBI Airport are excluded from the base price of INR 27,500, but Team Yathri assists travelers with flight bookings from their home airport.
What identity documents are required to book this Meghalaya tour package?
Travelers must submit a scanned copy of their Aadhaar Card or Voter ID showing address details during booking and carry the original physical document throughout the trip.