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Itinerary

GUWAHATI AIRPORT - SHILLONG Day 1

Arrive Guwahati airport and drive to Shillong (140 kms / 4 hrs drive approx). En route witness the Umiam Lake or Barapani - is the biggest artificial lake in Meghalaya in midst of sylvan hills adorned by Khasi pines & peerless beauty.

If time permits visit Cathedral of Marry and Ward's Lake. Evening free at leisure to explore the region on own. You may take a walk to the famous Police Bazaar for shopping. Overnight in Shillong.

CHERRAPUNJEE DAY TRIP Day 2

After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the earth, for an awesome day trip. En route visit the famous Elephant. At Sohra, stop at the Duwan Sing Syiem view point for mesmerizing views of the Hills.
In Cherrapunjee be witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a soft cave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerable formations inside it. Also visit the Ramakrishna Mission. Drive back to Shillong for overnight stay.

MAWLYNNONG DAY TRIP Day 3

After breakfast drive to Mwallynong, the cleanest village in Asia (100 kms / 3 hrs drive approx), also known as 'God's own Garden'. With over 80 households, the village gives the ambiance of walking in a well maintained park ! Climb the 80 ft Sky Walk at Mawlynnong village for a bird's eye view of the Village, the plantations and faraway plains of Bangladesh. You will also be acquainted to the Khasi lifestyle, their culture and economy.

A trek to the nearby Rewai Village is another interesting activity. Walk down a flight of almost 100 steps to witness nature's wonder, living-root bridge. The bridges are tangles of massive thick roots, which the local people inter-twine to form a bridge that can hold several people at a time. The root bridges, may be up to over a hundred feet long and take ten to fifteen years to become fully functional, but they become very strong in the process. The bridges live and keep growing and strengthen over time. The useful lifespan of the bridges, is thought to be 500-600 years.

Later drive to Dawki, a village of the Jaintia community whose prime occupation of fishing. Be mesmerized by the beauty of the Umngot river, the venue of the annual boat race held during March - April at Umsyiem. The Umngot itself is a prime fishing spot for fishermen of the villages. The river is also famous for its crystal clear water, so clear that when seen from a distance, it appears as if the boat is floating in mid-air! The Umngot river is the natural boundary between Ri Pnar or Jaintia Hills with Hima Khyrim of Khasi hills over which is a single span suspension bridge was constructed. This is the gateway to Bangladesh where major export and import transactions take place. Enjoy an amazing country boat river ride (at additional cost) at additional cost. Drive up to the Bangladesh border.
Later proceed to Shillong for overnight stay.

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

SHILLONG -GUWAHATI Day 4

After Breakfast drive to Guwahati. Check in hotel.

Later visit Sankardev Kalakhetra. Evening enjoy a River cruise over the river Brahmaputra (cruise charges additional). Overnight in Guwahati.

NOTE: River cruise depends up on availability, water level and river condition.

Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra is the cultural complex, named after the most revered Saint of Assam, Srimanta Sankardev and provides a glimpse into Assamese culture & heritage. It has a cultural museum, library and various facilities for preserving, demonstrating and performing cultural items, besides a children's park within the sprawling premises. The Central Museum exhibits culture and heritage of different ethnic groups of Assam showcasing their dance, drama, music and art. Another famed attraction in the Kalakshetra is an Artistic Village. This Assamese village portrays the village life of Assam in the form of life like statues and model thatched huts.

DEPARTURE Day 5

After Breakfast drive to Guwahati Airport /Station. TOUR ENDS HERE WITH SWEET MEMORIES

Price

Tour Cost:

 26,000 / person


Price On Request

Inclusions

  1. 04 Nights accommodation as per the itinerary 
  • DBL room on twin sharing
  • For Extra pax, Extra bed / mattress will be provided
  • Cost based on BASE category rooms
  • Non AC rooms in Hill-stations / Eco resorts
  1. Meal Plan - (Breakfast)as per selection 
  • As mentioned above as per Hotel fixed menu with local flavour
  • For special cuisine / variety in menu, kindly inform us
  1. All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by 02 tempo 
  • Overhead carrier in not allowed as per Supreme Court order
  • All vehicles on point-to-point basis only
  • Vehicle will not be on disposal & will be available as per itinerary
  • AC will not operate in Hills

Exclusions

  • 5 % GST or as applicable
  • Flight / Train Fares
  • Guide charges
  • Entrance Fees at monuments / museums/ temples etc.
  • Many hotels charge for Room heaters which is payable directly at the hotel
  • Personal expenses like Travel Insurance, bottled water, laundry, phone calls, camera charges,etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above
  • Cost for optional tours, Up-Gradation Charges
  • Cost for extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Adventure activities like ropeway, rafting, boating etc. are NOT included in the package cost
  • Items not mentioned in "Package cost includes" segment.

Hotels

Hotel Royal Heritage

Betkuchi, Lokhra, N.H.- 37, Opp Balaji Temple, Guwahati- 781034, Assam

Landmark Hills

Victoria, Nongrim Hills, Laitumukhrah, Shillong, Meghalaya 793003

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Conditions

Cancellation as per Date of booking -

  • Booking day - 30 days - communication charges of Rs. 2000.00 per person /As per actual
  • 30 -15 Days prior to departure 25% of tour cost
  • 14 -07 Days prior to departure 50% of tour cost
  • 07- 03 Days prior to departure 75% of tour cost
  • 02 Days/No show 100% of tour cost