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10-Day Delhi to Northeast India (Assam & Meghalaya) Road-and-Flight Loop — 4★ Stays, Daylight Drives (8:00–18:00)

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Day 1: Fly & Arrive

Delhi → Guwahati, India on September 1, 2025

06:30am

Hotel check-out & transfer to Delhi airport

Start from Delhi by 06:30 to catch an early flight so you arrive Guwahati with daylight for local sightseeing. Keep driving/transit window 08:00–18:00 in mind for later road segments.
INR1200, 1h0m

08:30am

Flight Delhi → Guwahati (recommended)

Take a morning flight (approx 2h15) to maximize daylight on arrival — several carriers operate this route; book refundable or changeable fare.
INR5000, 2h15m

11:00am

Arrival & hotel check-in — Vivanta / DoubleTree (Guwahati)

Check in to a 4★ property in Guwahati, freshen up and keep a light day planned since you've travelled. Most 4★s allow early check-in on request.
INR7000, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch — Paradise or Kejriwal Restaurant (Guwahati)

Try Assam-style fish, thali or Chinese-Assamese fusion; both places are well-reviewed and open 12:00–22:00. A great introduction to local flavours.
INR700, 1h0m

02:00pm

Kamakhya Temple

Historic hilltop temple with panoramic city views; visit between 06:00–18:00 (timings can shift for festivals). Important cultural visit and good photo vantage point.
INR0, 1h0m

03:30pm

Umananda Island (by ferry)

Short ferry ride (subject to river conditions) to a small island temple on the Brahmaputra — boats generally run 09:00–16:30. Relaxing 45–60 min trip including island walk.
INR150 per person, 1h0m

06:00pm

Evening walk at Brahmaputra promenade / Fancy Bazaar

Stroll along the riverside promenade or browse Fancy Bazaar for tea, silk and handicrafts (shops open till ~20:00).
INR0, 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — The Wok & Wine or Hotel restaurant

Hotel fine-dining or a highly-rated local restaurant; choose Assamese fish curry or thali. Most restaurants open till 22:30.
INR1200, 1h30m

Day 2: Drive to Shillong

Guwahati → Shillong, India on September 2, 2025

07:30am

Breakfast at hotel (full buffet)

Early buffet at the hotel to fuel the ~3.5-hour drive to Shillong; aim to depart by 08:30 so you stay within 08:00–18:00 driving window.
INR400, 1h0m

08:30am

Drive Guwahati → Shillong

Scenic hill road ~100–110 km, 3–4 hours depending on traffic; travel through beautiful landscapes and small towns.
INR0 (car hire variable), 3h30m

12:15pm

Hotel check-in — Shillong 4★ (e.g., Ri Kynjai / Hotel Polo Towers)

Check in and rest; choose a 4★ property centrally located for easy access to local attractions and dining.
INR6500, 1h0m

01:30pm

Lunch — Dylan's Café or Café Shillong

Popular options for continental and local Khasi dishes; open 10:00–22:00. Great ambience and light meals.
INR700, 1h0m

03:00pm

Shillong Peak & Elephant Falls

Shillong Peak offers panoramic views; Elephant Falls (usually open 09:00–17:00) is a short drive away — both are quick, picturesque stops.
INR50, 2h0m

06:00pm

Police Bazaar shopping & stroll

Evening market for handicrafts, shawls, and local snacks. Shops typically operate till 20:00–21:00.
INR0, 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — City Hut Dhaba or Café Shillong (local favourite)

Try Momos, Jadoh (Meghalaya rice-meat dish) or Khasi pork specialties. Many places open till 22:00.
INR600, 1h0m

Day 3: Cherrapunji Day

Shillong → Cherrapunji → Shillong, India on September 3, 2025

07:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast and depart by 08:00 to make the most of Cherrapunji's daylight attractions; roads through the Khasi hills are scenic but winding.
INR400, 45m

09:30am

Drive to Cherrapunji (Sohra)

About 1.5–2 hours from Shillong; enjoy viewpoints en route. Aim to arrive before noon for caves and viewpoints.
INR0 (car hire variable), 1h30m

11:00am

Nohkalikai Falls & Eco Park

Visit Nohkalikai viewpoint (open 08:00–17:00) — one of India’s tallest plunging waterfalls and the nearby Eco Park for sweeping valley views.
INR30, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Local cafeteria near Mawsmai / Cherrapunji market

Simple Assam/Khasi meals — rice, pork/fish or vegetarian stews; small local eateries open 11:00–15:00 serve fresh local fare.
INR400, 45m

01:30pm

Mawsmai Cave & Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) viewpoint

Explore the limestone Mawsmai Cave (open 09:00–16:30) and the famed Seven Sisters cliffs — both are why visitors come to Cherrapunji.
INR60, 1h30m

03:30pm

Arwah Cave / Double Decker Root Bridge (optional, time permitting)

If time and fitness allow, visit local caves or start a short guided trek toward a root bridge; many attractions close by dusk, so plan accordingly.
INR200 (guide/entry), 1h30m

05:30pm

Drive back to Shillong

Return to Shillong before 18:00–18:30 to respect your driving window and enjoy dinner in town.
INR0, 1h30m

08:00pm

Dinner — Trattoria or City Hut (Shillong)

Relaxed dinner at a 4★-accessible restaurant; enjoy selection of continental or local dishes. Most eateries open till 21:30–22:30.
INR800, 1h0m

Day 4: Dawki & Mawlynnong

Shillong → Dawki → Mawlynnong → Shillong, India on September 4, 2025

07:00am

Early breakfast & depart for Dawki

Depart by 07:00–07:30 for Dawki (approx 2.5 hours). Early start avoids midday crowd and maximizes clear water visibility at Umngot River.
INR400, 30m

09:45am

Umngot River boat ride (Dawki)

Crystal-clear river boat rides usually operate 08:30–15:30 depending on season — famous for see-through water and scenic border views. Bring sunscreen and water-resistant shoes.
INR300 per boat (shared), 1h0m

11:30am

Border viewpoint & local market (Dawki)

Quick stop near India–Bangladesh border viewpoint and browse local stalls for handicrafts; short strolls only due to security rules.
INR0, 30m

12:30pm

Lunch — Bamboo cafés near Dawki / Mawlynnong

Enjoy simple local fare (fish, bamboo shoots, rice); many small cafés operate 11:00–15:00. Try local river fish if available.
INR500, 45m

02:00pm

Mawlynnong (Asia’s Cleanest Village)

Visit the clean village, living root bridge viewpoint and community-run projects — village open all day but businesses close by 17:00–18:00.
INR50 (community fee), 1h30m

04:00pm

Drive back to Shillong

Return to Shillong with an expected arrival before 18:00–18:30. Relax at hotel after a full day.
INR0, 2h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — Local rooftop restaurant

Try Khasi-style dishes or continental at a well-rated rooftop place in Police Bazaar; leisurely dinner and early night.
INR800, 1h0m

Day 5: To Kaziranga

Shillong → Guwahati → Kaziranga, India on September 5, 2025

06:30am

Breakfast & check-out early

Early breakfast and check out by 07:30–08:00 to make the longer drive to Kaziranga via Guwahati. Plan a fuel/tea stop en route.
INR400, 45m

08:00am

Drive Shillong → Guwahati (pickup) → Kaziranga

Route to Kaziranga via Guwahati: total driving ~5–6 hours from Shillong (break at Guwahati). Keep within 08:00–18:00 driving window.
INR0 (car hire variable), 6h0m

01:30pm

Lunch stop in Guwahati (en route)

Light lunch at a highway restaurant or hotel kitchen in Guwahati — fuel up before the park area where options are limited.
INR600, 1h0m

03:30pm

Check-in at Kaziranga 4★ lodge/resort

Arrive Kaziranga national park area and check into a 4★ resort offering comfortable rooms and safari bookings; rest and prepare for next morning safari.
INR9000, 1h0m

05:00pm

Village walk / resort nature trail

Short guided walk offered by most resorts; enjoy birdlife and rural landscapes. Many resorts run guided walks 16:00–18:00.
INR300 (guide), 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner at resort

Resort dinner with Assamese specialties (duck, fish, bamboo shoot curry) — confirm kitchen timings; most serve dinner until 21:30.
INR1200, 1h0m

Day 6: Kaziranga Safari

Kaziranga → Jorhat → Majuli (stay Jorhat), India on September 6, 2025

05:00am

Elephant Safari (optional) OR Jeep Safari (early morning)

Elephant safaris (if available) start ~05:30 and are limited — book in advance; jeep safaris operate in morning slots 05:30–09:30 and are best for rhino/large mammals.
INR6000 (elephant) / INR3500 (jeep) per vehicle, 2h30m

08:00am

Breakfast at resort

Return to resort for late breakfast after the safari. Resorts typically serve breakfast 07:30–10:00.
INR400, 1h0m

09:30am

Check-out & drive to Jorhat

Drive to Jorhat (approx 2–2.5 hours). Jorhat is the gateway to Majuli island via ferries from Nimati Ghat or Neematighat — do allow buffer for ferry schedules.
INR0, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch in Jorhat — Royal or local restaurant

Midday meal in Jorhat before boarding ferry to Majuli; many hotels serve Assamese thalis at lunchtime. Ferries run 08:30–16:00 usually, but check local schedule.
INR600, 1h0m

02:00pm

Ferry to Majuli (day visits) — boat crossing

Enjoy a 30–60 minute river crossing (dependent on river conditions). Boat services typically operate during daylight — confirm with hotel/agent a day ahead.
INR200 per person, 1h0m

03:30pm

Majuli quick village & Satras visit (Afternoon)

Visit a couple of satras (Vaishnavite monasteries) and local mask-makers — satras are usually open for visitors in daytime (09:00–17:00).
INR300 (entry/donation), 1h30m

05:30pm

Return to Jorhat & check-in 4★ hotel

Return by ferry if daylight allows and check into your Jorhat 4★ hotel; Majuli accommodation is mostly homestays — staying in Jorhat ensures 4★ standards.
INR6500, 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — Hotel restaurant (Jorhat)

Relaxed dinner at your hotel; sample local tea-based desserts or Assamese fish preparations.
INR900, 1h0m

Day 7: Majuli Full Day

Jorhat → Majuli → Jorhat, India on September 7, 2025

07:00am

Early breakfast & ferry to Majuli

Take the morning ferry (08:00–10:00 departures common) for a full-day cultural tour on Majuli to visit multiple satras, artisan villages and wetlands.
INR300, 1h0m

09:00am

Satras Tour (Auniati, Dakhinpat etc.)

Explore famous satras (monasteries) to see mask-making, traditional dances and pottery; satras normally allow visitors 09:00–17:00 and often welcome donations.
INR200 (donation/guides), 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Local homestay or community café

Enjoy a home-cooked Assamese/tribal meal at a local homestay or community-run café; authentic experience, check hygiene and timings (usually midday).
INR500, 1h0m

02:00pm

Rural walk & birdwatching in Majuli wetlands

Walk or cycle short distances to spot migratory and resident birds and experience island life; evenings are best for sightings and photography.
INR300 (guide), 2h0m

04:30pm

Ferry back to Jorhat & relax at hotel

Return by late afternoon ferry to ensure daylight crossing; rest before dinner in Jorhat.
INR200, 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — Jorhat hotel restaurant

Enjoy a comfortable dinner and prepare for next day's long drive toward Guwahati; most hotels serve till 22:00.
INR900, 1h0m

Day 8: Return to Guwahati

Jorhat → Sivasagar → Guwahati, India on September 8, 2025

07:00am

Breakfast & check-out

Early breakfast and check-out by 07:30 for the drive back to Guwahati with an en-route historic stop at Sivasagar.
INR400, 45m

08:30am

Drive Jorhat → Sivasagar (Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar)

Quick stop in Sivasagar (approx 1h) to see Ahom-era monuments like Rang Ghar and Talatal Ghar; many sites open 09:00–17:00.
INR50, 1h30m

10:30am

Continue drive to Guwahati

Longer stretch back to Guwahati (~5–6 hours). Plan tea and restroom breaks — arrive before 18:00 to respect your driving window.
INR0, 6h0m

02:00pm

Lunch en route (highway hotel)

Stop for a comfortable lunch at a reputable highway restaurant to break the journey.
INR600, 1h0m

05:30pm

Arrive & check-in Guwahati 4★ hotel

Check into your Guwahati 4★, freshen up and relax after the drive.
INR7000, 1h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — Urban Dhaba / local gourmet restaurant

Choose a comfortable dinner in Guwahati — try Assamese river fish or continental options; many hotel restaurants open till 22:30.
INR1000, 1h0m

Day 9: Wildlife OR City

Guwahati / Pobitora Sanctuary, India on September 9, 2025

06:00am

Optional: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary morning jeep safari

Pobitora (1–1.5 hrs from Guwahati) is ideal for close-up one-horned rhino sightings; morning safaris run 05:30–09:30. Book in advance to secure slots.
INR3000 (jeep shared), 2h30m

09:30am

Breakfast back at hotel

Enjoy a leisurely hotel breakfast after the morning safari or a relaxed start in the city.
INR400, 1h0m

11:00am

Assam State Museum & Umananda Island (if not visited earlier)

Assam State Museum (open 10:00–17:00) for regional history and culture; Umananda Island ferry times usually 09:00–16:30 if you skipped on Day 1.
INR50, 2h0m

01:30pm

Lunch — Paradise or local Assamese restaurant

Final chance to enjoy local delicacies like fish tenga, bamboo shoot preparations and lahar (rice pudding).
INR800, 1h0m

03:00pm

Fancy Bazaar & local shopping

Explore markets for tea, silk, handloom shawls and handicrafts; shops typically open till 20:00 so you have time to choose souvenirs.
INR0, 2h0m

07:30pm

Farewell dinner — Top-rated hotel restaurant

Special Assamese / multi-cuisine dinner at your 4★ hotel to close the trip; request a tasting menu if available.
INR1500, 1h30m

Day 10: Return Home

Guwahati → Delhi, India on September 10, 2025

06:30am

Early breakfast & hotel check-out

Have a light breakfast and check out by 07:30 to reach the airport with adequate time. Confirm flight boarding times and transport.
INR400, 1h0m

09:00am

Flight Guwahati → Delhi

Take a morning flight back to Delhi (approx 2h15) — several flights daily; book early seats to avoid delays.
INR5500, 2h15m

11:30am

Arrive Delhi & trip end

Arrive in Delhi mid-day. If you’re driving onward, this keeps you within a daylight schedule; otherwise, transfer home and rest.
INR0, 30m
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