Shillong Cherrapunjee Dawki Tour

A comprehensive tour capturing the delightful sights of Meghalaya, The Abode of Clouds. In this tour we try to take you through the colourful, bustling town of Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya with its charming little houses, tall pine trees, the crowded local markets, the majestic Cathedral, the lakes, walk along the café lined roads and taste the wonderful food. We then go to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on earth and explore the expansive landscapes, the deep valleys, the cascading waterfalls, the deep caves and go trekking to the amazing living root bridges. From there we move towards Shnongpdeng and Dawki for some water sports. We also explore the areas near Jowai, with the beautiful waterfalls, the ancient monoliths and the revered temples.   

Day 1 : Shillong

Arrival at Guwahati airport early morning and proceed straight to Shillong
Halt at Umiam lake for breakfast. Admire the majestic lake and the beautiful surroundings. Proceed to Shillong
Check in to your rooms and move out for sightseeing – to the beautiful Wards Lake, visit the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians and the Donbosco Museum.
Then come back to spend some time at the busy Police Bazaar. You can also explore the Bara Bazaar, the local market,
Have your dinner at one of the many restaurants in Police Bazaar if you want.
Retire to your rooms

Stay at Shillong

Day 2 : Shillong

Move out after breakfast to Laitlum Canyons, Smit, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls,
Visit the Donbosco Museum
Retire for the night

Stay at Shillong

Day 3 : Mawphlang – Cherrapunjee

Move out after breakfast to Mawphlang and explore the Sacred Grove
Proceed to Cherrapunjee
Stop by the Garden of Caves, Mawkdok Dympep valley on the way
Reach Cherrapunjee by mid afternoon and visit the Seven sisters falls and sunset at Nohkalikai Falls

Stay at Cherrapunjee

Day 4 : Cherrapunjee

Move out after breakfast to explore the Double Decker Root Bridge
On the way back visit the Arwah Caves

Stay at Cherrapunjee

Day 5 : Shnongpdeng-Dawki

Leave early morning after breakfast for Dawki – Shnongpdeng
Enjoy boating and other water activities on the Umngot river

Stay at Shnongpdeng/Dawki

Day 6: Krang Shuri Falls/Phe Phe falls

Leave early for Krang Shuri Falls, Phe Phe falls

Stay near Phe Phe falls

Day 7 : Return to Guwahati

Proceed to Tyrshi Falls after breakfast
Visit the Nartiang Monoliths, the Jayantee Devi temple, a revered shakti peeth
Have lunch on the way and return back to Guwahati Airport

 

Package Price: All prices are customised as per package requirements

Package inclusions:

Airport transfers
Local transportation
Accommodation as per budget
Breakfast as per the itinerary
Local sightseeing
Government taxes, Toll fees

Not included in package

Meals, other than ones included in package
Safari charges, entry fees to parks, caves, etc. and fees for boat rides, recreation activities
Museum entry fees
Parking fees
Charges for cultural shows
Any other costs of personal nature not included in the package
Personal use of vehicle outside the itinerary

Payment and Refund Policy

As soon we finalize the itinerary, we request you for 100% payment of the package costs as we need to get the bookings done for your accommodation and vehicles. This happens only after advance payment. This removes any hassles on either side during the trip.

However, we also understand that there could be unforeseen circumstances due to which the trip may need to get cancelled or postponed. Cancellations if done early, poses no problems. But last-minute cancellations result in monetary loss for everyone, leaving aside the loss of time and effort spent in detailing each and every step of the itinerary.

We therefore follow the following refund policy.

For Cancellation before 15 days of start of journey – 100% Refund
For Cancellation within 7-15 days before start date of trip – 50% Refund
For Cancellation within 0-7 days before start of journey – 0% Refund

Note

The itineraries are subject to change as per flight timings, budgets and preferences of the guests.
All our tours are customised and hence we do not display any approximate pricing as every tour is unique. We do not book the packages unless payments are made timely.
The itinerary contains the locations we cover. We want you to enjoy your moments and do not want to rush in and out of a place of interest. Due to more time spent in a particular place of liking by our guests, we might not be able to cover another place in the itinerary. Hence, we request our guests to understand this and cooperate with us accordingly.
We are nature lovers and respect the blessings we have received through it. We do not encourage any harm to any living or non-living thing on this planet, and want our guests to do the same.
We would like our guests to respect and follow the norms laid out in all the places we/they visit. 
Certain activities like Safaris, Museum, Waterfalls and Parks have logically defined entry and exit timings. These need to be followed as directed. 

Aryastays would not be responsible in case any part or whole of the itinerary needs to be cancelled/postponed due to force-majeure events like bad weather, excessive snowfall, strikes or any other unforeseeable events or situations not within our control. We request our guests to kindly bear with us in such situations  

🌿 Meghalaya: Nature Unplugged

9 Days | Deep Forests, Hidden Waters & Tribal Echoes
Crafted by Arya Stays

Unplug from the routine and reconnect with nature in its purest form. Traverse sacred forests, dive into crystal streams, listen to the whistling wind in tribal villages, and marvel at nature’s ancient wonders. This is Meghalaya beyond the postcard.

 

🛬 Day 1: Arrival & Shillong's Old Soul

Arrival at Guwahati Airport, transfer to the hills of Meghalaya
First stop at Umiam Lake (Barapani) – shimmering waters, pine-fringed views
Reach Shillong, the colonial hill capital
Explore:
• Cafés of Laitumkrah – coffee, Khasi pastries
• Police Bazaar byelanes – local shops and old Chinese restaurants
Stay in Shillong

 

🌲 Day 2: Sacred Groves & Monsoon Mystique

Visit:
• Wards Lake – manicured gardens and boating
• Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians – neo-gothic splendor
• Mawphlang Sacred Grove – forest protected by ancient taboos and rituals
Afternoon drive to Mawsynram, one of the world’s wettest places
• Misty meadows, caves, and dramatic skies
Stay in Mawsynram or eco retreat nearby

 

💧 Day 3: Water World at Mawlyngbna & Kongthong Echoes

Reach Mawlyngbna – a hidden village known for:
• Kayaking in forest pools
• Natural rock formations & ancient fossils
• Adventure trails and streams
Continue to Kongthong – the Whistling Village
• Meet locals who use tunes instead of names
• Explore traditional bamboo homes, local music, and nature walks
Stay in Kongthong (community lodge or homestay)

 

🌄 Day 4: Descent into the Clouds – Cherrapunjee

Drive through rolling cliffs and clouds to Cherrapunjee (Sohra)
Enroute:
• Mawdok Dympep Valley – Meghalaya’s Grand Canyon
• Garden of Caves – mossy boulders, secret waterfalls
Arrive in Cherrapunjee and unwind
Stay at a boutique lodge with a view

 

🌉 Day 5: Trek to Living Bridges & Limestone Depths

Early morning: Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat
• Cross streams, jungle stairways, and rope bridges
• Swim in natural blue pools
Afternoon:
• Visit Mawsmai Caves – limestone labyrinths
• Sunset point at Seven Sisters Falls (optional)
Stay in Cherrapunjee

 

🏞️ Day 6: Cleanest Village & River Retreat

Morning sightseeing around Cherrapunjee
Proceed to Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village
• Walk cobbled streets, see balancing rocks, tree-root bridges
Continue to Shnongpdeng
• Check-in at riverside camp or stay
• Relax by the crystal-clear Umngot River
Night under the stars in Shnongpdeng

 

🌊 Day 7: Rivers & Waterfalls of Jaintia Hills

Early morning water activities in Shnongpdeng
• Kayaking, cliff jumping, or serene boat rides
Drive to:
• Krangshuri Falls – famed for surreal blue waters
• Moopun Falls – hidden gem for nature lovers
Optional visit to local markets or village interactions
Stay near Jowai or return towards Barapani

 

💦 Day 8: The Last Splash

Visit Phe Phe Falls – a cascading beauty surrounded by forest
Drive to Barapani for a relaxed evening by the lake
• Boating or lakeside bonfire
Overnight stay at a lakeside retreat

 

🧵 Day 9: The Artisan’s Farewell

Return to Guwahati
Visit NEDFi Haat – shop handcrafted treasures from Northeast India
• Bamboo crafts, Eri & Muga silks, handloom stoles, cane furniture
Transfer to airport or onward destination
Leave with memories carved in mist, melody, and mountains

 

🔖 Experience Highlights

Rare visit to Kongthong Whistling Village
Water adventure in Mawlyngbna & Shnongpdeng
Root bridges & sacred forests
Curated accommodations: eco stays, river camps, village homestays
Daily rhythm: active mornings, cultural afternoons, reflective evenings

🌫️ Misty Trails of Meghalaya

8 Days | A Journey Through the Clouds

Lose yourself in the whispers of pine forests, the gurgle of hidden waterfalls, the charm of quaint villages, and the adventure of living root bridges. Meghalaya — where nature and culture breathe as one.

🏞️ Day 1: Into the Khasi Highlands

Arrive at Guwahati Airport


Scenic drive to Shillong with a photo stop at the glittering Umiam Lake (Barapani)


Arrive in Shillong and unwind at the chic cafés of Laitumkhrah


Stroll through the lively lanes of Police Bazaar


Dine at Shillong’s legendary old Chinese restaurants


Overnight stay in Shillong

🌸 Day 2: Colonial Charms & Sacred Groves

Explore local gems:
• Wards Lake – paddle or stroll along willow-lined paths
• Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians – an iconic Gothic structure
• Don Bosco Museum (optional) – cultural immersion


Visit the sacred Mawphlang Sacred Grove – a living forest with myths and medicinal plants


Enjoy the Shillong sunset from your cozy hilltop retreat


Stay overnight in Shillong

⛰️ Day 3: Into the Mist – Laitlum to Sohra

Early visit to the dramatic Laitlum Canyon – "End of the Hills"


Short stops at:
• Elephant Falls – a gentle three-tiered cascade
• Shillong Peak – panoramic views of the valley below


Drive to Cherrapunjee (Sohra), famed for rains and caves


Enroute, visit:
• Garden of Caves
• Mawkdok Dympep Valley – try ziplining over this breathtaking gorge!


Evening stroll or local market visit in Cherrapunjee


Stay at Cherrapunjee

🌿 Day 4: Bridges Grown from Roots

Gear up for the Double Decker Root Bridge trek in Nongriat – nature’s engineering marvel


Dip your feet in turquoise natural pools, unwind in the forest


Return by afternoon and relax amidst Cherrapunjee’s hidden waterfalls and meadows


Optional bonfire or stargazing session


Overnight in Cherrapunjee

🌳 Day 5: The Cleanest Village & Crystal Waters

Drive to Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village
• Walk its cobbled paths
• Visit the Single Root Bridge
• Climb the Sky Walk for sweeping views into Bangladesh


Post lunch, proceed to Shnongpdeng
• Enjoy water sports – kayaking, zip-lining, or glass-bottom boat rides on the crystal-clear Umngot River


Camp or stay in riverside cottages at Shnongpdeng

💦 Day 6: Hidden Blue Pools

Head towards the Jaintia Hills for a waterfall trail
• Krangshuri Waterfalls – known for its surreal blue water
• Moopun Falls – tranquil and tucked away
• Phe Phe Falls – for the adventure seeker


Picnic lunch amid nature, return for a peaceful evening


Stay at a homestay or guest lodge near Jowai

🗿 Day 7: Stones, Temples & Return

Visit Nartiang Monoliths – the tallest and most mysterious monoliths in India


Offer prayers or just admire the quietude at the ancient Durga Mandir


Begin the drive back to Guwahati, passing through changing landscapes


Stay in Guwahati or continue onward travel

🧵 Day 8: A Handmade Goodbye

Visit NEDFi Haat – a vibrant bazaar of handcrafted treasures from all over the Northeast


Shop for:
• Bamboo & cane artifacts
• Eri and Muga silk textiles
• Tribal jewelry & paintings


Carry home not just souvenirs, but stories and soul


Departure with memories woven in mist

🌟 Trip Highlights:

Trek to living root bridges, visit sacred groves & skywalks


Experience ziplining, boating & café hopping


Discover untouched waterfalls and blue pools


Learn from the local Khasi, Jaintia & Garo communities


Shop for authentic crafts and local textiles