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6-Day Meghalaya Highlights: Guwahati → Shillong → Cherrapunji → Mawlynnong → Dawki → Guwahati

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Day 1: Arrival & Shillong

Guwahati → Shillong, India on August 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Khorikaa (Guwahati) / Local hotel

Start with a hearty Assamese-style breakfast (try pork curry or a light thali) before the drive. Khorikaa or hotel cafés open from around 7:00am and serve local favourites.
CURRENCYINR300, 0h45m

9:00am

Drive Guwahati to Shillong

Scenic road (NH127/Shillong-Guwahati route) takes roughly 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic; travel east into Meghalaya highlands. This positions you for afternoon sightseeing in Shillong.
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12:30pm

Check-in and lunch at Dylan's Café (Police Bazaar)

Light lunch in central Shillong; Dylan’s serves continental and local dishes and is popular with visitors. Police Bazaar is central for quick orientation.
CURRENCYINR400, 1h00m

2:00pm

Ward's Lake & Lady Hydari Park

Pleasant stroll around Ward's Lake and small park; open generally 6:00am–6:00pm. Good for gentle acclimatisation and people-watching in the city.
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3:00pm

Police Bazaar walk & local markets

Explore Shillong’s main shopping area for handicrafts, woollens, and local snacks; many shops open until early evening.
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7:30pm

Dinner at City Hut Family Dhaba

Popular for Khasi and North-Eastern comfort food (try momos and local fish); open into the evening and budget-friendly.
CURRENCYINR350, 1h15m
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Day 2: Shillong sights

Shillong, India on August 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Shillong

Good coffee and local/continental choices; opens early and sets you up for a museum morning.
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9:30am

Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (Don Bosco Museum)

Packed museum explaining Khasi culture and Northeast India; generally open 9:00am–5:00pm and worth 1.5–2 hours for its exhibits and rooftop views.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Trattoria / Lamee Restaurant

Choose between continental pizzas/pasta or local Khasi dishes; both are centrally located and open for lunch.
CURRENCYINR450, 1h00m

2:30pm

Shillong Peak

Highest point near the town giving panoramic views; the viewpoint is typically accessible 8:00am–5:00pm. Ideal on clearer afternoons.
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4:00pm

Elephant Falls

Short visit to the multi-tiered Elephant Falls; site usually open 8:00am–5:00pm and is a quick scenic stop en route back to town.
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8:00pm

Dinner at Dylan's Café (evening option)

Return to a relaxed café atmosphere with local desserts and music — open late for a comfortable evening meal.
CURRENCYINR500, 1h15m
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Day 3: Cherrapunji day

Cherrapunji (Sohra), India on August 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast to prepare for a full day exploring Sohra’s waterfalls and caves.
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8:30am

Drive Shillong to Cherrapunji

Drive east/uphill to Sohra (approx 1.5–2 hours) with scenic roadside viewpoints; aim to arrive mid-morning.
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10:30am

Nohkalikai Falls viewpoint

Visit one of India’s highest plunge waterfalls; viewpoint open 8:00am–6:00pm and perfect for dramatic photos and short walks.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Orange Roots Café / local restaurant

Simple lunch near the Sohra area; many small cafes serve thalis and local trout dishes where available.
CURRENCYINR350, 1h00m

2:00pm

Mawsmai Cave

Short guided walk through the limestone cave; caves are generally open 9:00am–4:00pm and are easy to explore for 30–60 minutes.
CURRENCYINR30, 1h00m

3:30pm

Dainthlen / Seven Sisters Falls viewpoint

See multiple waterfall viewpoints and panoramic ridges around Cherrapunji; suitable for late-afternoon light and photos.
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7:00pm

Dinner at your Cherrapunji guesthouse (Pinewood or similar)

Home-style local cuisine and relaxed evening after a day of outdoor sightseeing; many stays offer fresh local meals.
CURRENCYINR400, 1h00m
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Day 4: Mawlynnong & Dawki

Mawlynnong → Dawki → Return to Shillong, India on August 28, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and check-out

Breakfast and depart early to reach Mawlynnong with time to spare for the village and sky tower visit.
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8:30am

Drive Cherrapunji to Mawlynnong

Scenic 1.5–2 hour drive south-east to Mawlynnong (Cleanest Village in Asia); roads are rural but well-travelled by tour vehicles.
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10:30am

Mawlynnong village & Sky View Tower

Explore the tidy village, living-root walkways and climb the steel Sky View Tower (typically open 8:00am–5:00pm) for hilltop views.
CURRENCYINR30, 1h15m

1:00pm

Lunch at a Mawlynnong homestay / local stall

Simple home-cooked Khasi dishes — an excellent chance to try local produce and support village hosts.
CURRENCYINR300, 1h00m

2:30pm

Drive Mawlynnong to Dawki (Umngot River)

Short scenic drive (about 1 hour) to Dawki; arrive for the famous clear-water river and border views with Bangladesh.
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3:30pm

Umngot River boat ride (Dawki)

Glass-clear river boat rides are a highlight; boats typically operate 8:00am–4:00pm with best light earlier but afternoon trips are available—book on arrival.
CURRENCYINR500, 1h00m

6:00pm

Drive Dawki back to Shillong

Return drive to Shillong takes ~3 hours; expect to arrive late evening — stop en route if needed for refreshments.
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9:30pm

Late dinner in Shillong (Martin’s Café or hotel)

A late, relaxed meal after travel; many Shillong places serve until 10:00–10:30pm.
CURRENCYINR450, 1h00m
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Day 5: Sacred forest & Canyons

Shillong area, India on August 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Leisurely breakfast before heading to Mawphlang and the Laitlum viewpoint.
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9:00am

Mawphlang Sacred Forest guided visit

A short guided walk through an ancient sacred grove; guides and entry are regulated, and the forest is open around 9:00am–4:00pm—allow 1–2 hours.
CURRENCYINR150, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Khasi Kitchen / local restaurant

Return to town or stop en route for a traditional Khasi thali with seasonal vegetables and rice.
CURRENCYINR400, 1h00m

3:00pm

Laitlum Canyons viewpoint

Drive to Laitlum for dramatic cliff-top views, best in late afternoon/early evening for softer light; area has short walks and viewpoints, no fixed opening hours but arrive before dusk.
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7:30pm

Dinner at Café or hotel in Shillong

Relaxed final dinner in Shillong—try a mix of local and continental to round off the trip.
CURRENCYINR500, 1h15m
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Day 6: Return to Guwahati

Shillong → Guwahati, India on August 30, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast & check-out

Quick breakfast and depart early for Guwahati to have time for a temple visit and onward travel.
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7:30am

Drive Shillong to Guwahati

Drive west to Guwahati (approx 2.5–3 hours); aim to reach mid-morning for a temple visit or short city stop before departure.
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11:00am

Kamakhya Temple visit (Guwahati)

Prominent temple on Nilachal Hill; visiting hours commonly 6:00am–1:00pm and 3:30pm–9:00pm — check temple timings on the day and dress respectfully.
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1:00pm

Lunch at Khorikaa / Paradise (Guwahati)

Conclude with a hearty Assamese or North-Eastern lunch in Guwahati before transfers to the airport or railway station.
CURRENCYINR500, 1h00m

3:00pm

Drop at Guwahati Airport / Railway / End of tour

Arrive at the airport or railway station with sufficient time for departures; end of the 6-day Meghalaya loop back to Guwahati.
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