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10-Day Road Loop from Delhi to Northeast India (Assam + Meghalaya) — Practical Seven Sisters Drive

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Day 1: Drive to Kanpur

Kanpur, India on August 9, 2025

8:00am

Depart Delhi

Leave at 8:00am after a quick packed breakfast — follow NH19/Grand Trunk Road eastbound to keep to fast highways and avoid inner-city congestion.
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11:30am

Breakfast / Stretch stop at Agra bypass

Short breakfast break — pick a hygienic highway restaurant for coffee and fresh parathas to stay refreshed for the drive.
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4:30pm

Check-in at 4-star hotel, Kanpur

Recommended: The Pride Hotel or similar 4-star — comfortable room, secure parking and early check-in if requested.
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6:00pm

Evening visit: Allen Forest Zoo walk (optional)

Short, relaxed stroll if time/energy allow; good to break the driving monotony and stretch legs. Check local timings (usually open till 6pm).
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8:00pm

Dinner: Oriental/Indian at hotel restaurant

Dinner at hotel (multi-cuisine) — safe, convenient and good after a long drive; try local North Indian dishes and grilled items.
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Day 2: Kanpur to Patna

Patna, India on August 10, 2025

7:30am

Hotel breakfast

Hearty breakfast at hotel; fuel the car and depart by 8:00am to stay within driving-window limits.
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8:00am

Drive Kanpur → Patna

Follow NH30/NH19; road is mostly plain highway. This day's drive keeps you moving steadily east toward Bihar.
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1:00pm

Lunch en route (Varanasi/nearby dhaba)

Stop for a hygienic dhaba or highway restaurant for dal–chawal and tandoori roti; keep the break to 45–60 minutes.
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4:30pm

Arrive Patna & check-in (4-star)

Recommended: Hotel Maurya Patna or similar 4-star. Freshen up and rest; secure car parking available.
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6:00pm

Short sightseeing: Gandhi Maidan / Golghar

A relaxed evening walk around Gandhi Maidan and Golghar (open afternoons/evenings) to stretch and see local life.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Bihari / North Indian at hotel or popular restaurant

Try local specialties or multi-cuisine hotel dinner to recover from the road.
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Day 3: Patna to Siliguri

Siliguri, West Bengal, India on August 11, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & depart Patna

Start early to make the longer leg to Siliguri comfortable; major highway stretches and plains for efficient driving.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Bagdogra/Siliguri outskirts (highway break)

Stop for lunch as you approach Northern West Bengal; strong tea and a hot meal will help for the final stretch.
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4:30pm

Arrive Siliguri & check-in 4-star hotel

Recommended: Hotel Sinclairs Siliguri or similar — choose a well-rated hotel with secure parking; you’re now at the gateway to the Northeast.
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6:00pm

Brief visit: Hong Kong Market or MG Road

Evening bazaar shopping for snacks, rain-gear and last-mile supplies before entering Assam — market area typically open till late evening.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Local Bengali/North-East fusion

Try a recommended restaurant like Green Chilly or hotel dining for fresh fish options and Assamese-influenced dishes.
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Day 4: Siliguri to Guwahati

Guwahati, Assam, India on August 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart Siliguri

After breakfast, head east via NH27 toward Guwahati; roads through Dooars and Assam plains are scenic and driveable.
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1:00pm

Lunch en route (Bongaigaon/goal area)

Stop at a clean highway restaurant for Assamese thali or standard multi-cuisine lunch.
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4:30pm

Arrive Guwahati & check-in (4-star)

Recommended: Hotel Vivanta Guwahati or Gateway Grande — both 4-star+ with secure parking and convenient location for city sightseeing.
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5:30pm

Visit Brahmaputra Riverfront / Umananda Island (if time/ferry runs)

If ferry timings allow (ferries typically operate 8:00am–4:00pm but schedules vary), short boat trip to Umananda; otherwise a riverside walk is lovely at sunset.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Assamese cuisine

Dine at a recommended place like Paradise Restaurant or hotel specialty — try Assamese fish, bamboo shoot (khorisa) and local curries.
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Day 5: Guwahati to Shillong

Shillong, Meghalaya, India on August 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart Guwahati

After breakfast, drive ~3–3.5 hours to Shillong via NH127/SH6; road climbs into the hills — drive carefully, enjoy views.
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11:30am

Arrive Shillong & check-in (4-star)

Recommended: The Heritage Club — Tripura Castle or similar boutique 4-star hotels in Police Bazaar area for central access and secure parking.
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12:30pm

Lunch: Cafe Shillong /City Restaurant

Try local Khasi dishes and continental options; Police Bazaar has many good cafés and bakeries open midday.
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2:00pm

Don Bosco Museum (9:30am–5:00pm)

Excellent cultural museum that explains Northeast tribes and history — highly recommended, usually open 9:30am–5:00pm.
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4:00pm

Ward's Lake & Police Bazaar walk

Relaxed stroll at Ward's Lake (open morning–evening) and shopping at Police Bazaar for handicrafts and woollens.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Barrio or Trattoria style

Pick a popular restaurant near Police Bazaar for Khasi specialities or continental fare; many remain open till late evening.
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Day 6: Day trip Sohra (Cherrapunji)

Cherrapunji (Sohra), Meghalaya, India on August 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & depart Shillong

Leave early for Sohra/Cherrapunji (approx 1.5–2 hours) to maximize daylight for all viewpoints and short treks.
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10:00am

Nohkalikai Falls viewpoint & Eco Park (open daylight hours)

Spectacular waterfall viewpoints; easily accessible and one of the highest plunge waterfalls in India — quick photo stops recommended.
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11:30am

Mawsmai Cave visit (open 9:00am–5:00pm)

Short, easy cave walk — bring sturdy shoes; the cave is well-marked and safe for brief exploration.
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1:00pm

Lunch: Local restaurant in Sohra

Try local Khasi dishes and simple rice-based meals in a clean local diner; recharge before afternoon viewpoints.
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2:30pm

Seven Sisters Point & Eco-views (double-decker root bridge area if fit)

Visit viewpoints and, if time/fitness permit, experience short walks; the famous living-root bridges require longer treks (Mawlynnong area is a different route) — choose a short option.
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5:00pm

Drive back to Shillong

Return to Shillong before dusk; roads are twisty — keep to daylight driving within your 8am–6pm preference.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Local restaurant in Shillong

Relaxed dinner at the hotel or a recommended diner — reflect on mountain views and prepare for next day’s descent to the plains.
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Day 7: Shillong to Kaziranga (via Guwahati)

Kaziranga National Park, Assam, India on August 15, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & depart Shillong

Drive down to Guwahati and continue east toward Kaziranga; total drive ~5–6 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.
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12:30pm

Lunch in Guwahati (quick stop)

Short lunch stop in Guwahati before the last leg to Kaziranga; choose a clean, quick restaurant to stay on schedule.
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4:30pm

Check-in 4-star resort near Kaziranga

Recommended: IORA-The Retreat or similar lodge/resort with good access to park zones and secure parking.
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5:30pm

Optional tea plantation drive or short village walk

Light evening walk around property or nearby tea gardens (check with resort) — calm and scenic before an early safari day.
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8:00pm

Dinner at resort

Dinner at resort restaurant — regional Assamese thali or buffet; rest early for the morning safari.
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Day 8: Kaziranga Safaris

Kaziranga National Park, Assam, India on August 16, 2025

5:00am

Elephant Safari (early booking required) — Zone dependent

Elephant safaris typically start ~5:30am and run for about 1–1.5 hours; excellent for close sightings of one-horned rhinos. Book tickets a day ahead; elephant rides limited and weather-dependent.
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8:30am

Breakfast at resort

Full breakfast after the early safari to refuel for the day.
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10:00am

Jeep Safari in Kaziranga (mid-morning; book zone and slot)

Jeep safaris into park ranges run in set slots (generally early morning and afternoon); great chance for rhino, deer, elephants and birdlife. Confirm permitted times with park office (park typically open daylight hours; ranges have slot schedules).
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1:00pm

Lunch at resort

Relaxed lunch and rest after safaris — typical Assamese dishes and international options available at resorts.
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3:30pm

Visit Kaziranga Interpretation Centre or local tea garden

Short educational visit to the park interpretation centre (usually open 10am–4pm) or gentle walk through nearby tea gardens.
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6:00pm

Dinner & early rest

Dinner at resort — early night recommended for the next leg of the return journey.
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Day 9: Kaziranga to Siliguri

Siliguri, West Bengal, India on August 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart Kaziranga

Begin the return journey westward, planning to cover substantial distance while staying within the 8:00am–6:00pm driving window.
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12:30pm

Lunch en route (near Guwahati/Goalpara depending on timing)

Stop for a hygienic highway restaurant break and stretch.
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5:30pm

Arrive Siliguri & check-in (4-star)

Stay again at a reliable 4-star (Sinclairs or similar) to rest before the final long stretch toward Delhi.
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8:00pm

Dinner: Hotel dining

Dinner at the hotel; check vehicle and trip plan for next day.
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Day 10: Return to Delhi

Delhi, India on August 18, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast & depart Siliguri

This is the final long drive back to Delhi. To respect the 8:00am–6:00pm rule, plan an early start and a single long driving day; if distance forces, split and overnight at Patna as alternative.
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1:00pm

Lunch en route (Patna area if stopping)

Comfort break and lunch on highway; if fatigued, consider a short nap/refresh stop in a safe hotel before continuing.
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6:00pm

Arrive Delhi (approx timing)

Target arrival by early evening; driving times vary with traffic and exact stops — if arrival after 6pm, ensure you’ve planned a legal and safe driving schedule and rest.
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8:00pm

Home / Hotel dinner & debrief

Unload, park car, relax after 10-day loop; review photos and souvenirs. If staying at a hotel in Delhi, choose a 4-star to end comfortably.
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