🌫️ 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