Collect your rental car or meet your driver at Guwahati airport; drive ~3 to 3.5 hours to Shillong with a comfort stop en route. This gets you to Shillong with time to rest before sightseeing—important with a toddler and elders.
Check in and have a calm, kid-friendly lunch; City Hut Family Dhaba (Police Bazaar area) is casual, serves familiar Indian dishes and is open roughly 11:00–22:00 — good for picky eaters and elders.
A well-curated museum about Northeast cultures with lifts and accessible galleries; great overview and lightweight walking for elders (open ~10:00–17:00).
Popular family-friendly cafe offering continental and kid-friendly plates; open mornings through evenings (approx 8:00–22:00). Relaxed atmosphere for the first night.
A calm breakfast at your hotel or Cafe Shillong (Police Bazaar) which serves local and continental options; good for toddlers and elders (cafes typically open 8:00–20:00).
Short drive to Shillong Peak for panoramic views of the Shillong plateau—quick stop, minimal walking and great photos; open mornings to late afternoon (weather dependent).
Easy-to-access tiered waterfalls with a short stair descent; enjoy views from upper platforms if stairs are difficult for elders—open typically 9:00–17:30.
Short, flexible shopping time at Police Bazaar—handicrafts, warm clothes if needed, and easy streets to rest at cafes; adapt duration to family energy levels.
Small botanical park with easy paths and a playground area—good if the toddler needs to run around and elders want a quiet sit-down (park hours ~8:00–17:00).
An Italian/pizza option like Trattoria (family-friendly) or your hotel restaurant for a relaxed, early dinner suitable for kids and elders (restaurants generally open until 21:30–22:00).
Take an early breakfast and prepare for a day-trip north-east of Shillong; bring water, sun protection, and a light stroller or baby carrier for the toddler.
Visit the sacred groves—short guided walk on level paths (guides recommended to explain the ecology and customs); this is cultural and shaded, good for elders and children (entry and guide fees usually small).
A calm picnic-style stop or short boating option; Umiam Lake is stroller-accessible around parts of the shore—boat rides operate roughly 9:00–17:00 and are gentle for children.
Short drive to Laitlum Canyon for striking views and a brief, easy walk to viewpoints; minimal walking but spectacular vistas—best in late afternoon light. There are short steps in places so keep mobility needs in mind.
After breakfast, drive east ~2.5–3 hours to Sohra (Cherrapunjee). Roads are scenic; leave early to maximize sightseeing time and avoid afternoon showers.
Visit the famous towering waterfall viewpoint—short walk from the parking area to the viewpoint, accessible for elders with minimal steps; best in morning with clear visibility (viewpoint open ~9:00–17:00).
A short cave visit—Mawsmai Cave has easy sections and short distances (carry a torch if needed); there are some steps so gauge elder comfort (open ~9:00–16:30).
Enjoy local Khasi dishes or simple Indian meals at a family-run restaurant near Eco Park—these places are usually open midday and are accommodating for families.
Short walks and viewpoints in Eco Park give panoramic views of multiple waterfalls and the plains below—good for photos and short, easy strolls (park hours ~9:00–17:00).
Either return to Shillong (~3 hours) or stay overnight in Cherrapunjee to reduce evening driving — for elderly/toddler comfort, consider staying local if the family is tired.
Drive ~2 hours to Mawlynnong; the village is stroller-accessible in parts and famous for neat streets, local Khasi hospitality and the bamboo Sky Walk — a short, easy attraction suitable for elders and kids.
Explore the village, visit the living root bridge near Riwai (short, easier variant) and climb the bamboo Sky Walk for scenic views—walks are short but surfaces are uneven; watch toddlers and assist elders where needed.
Short scenic drive to the Dawki jetty on the India-Bangladesh border area; the Umngot River is famous for crystal-clear waters and gentle boat rides suitable for families (boat rides operate roughly 8:00–16:00).
Have lunch at a riverside restaurant or carry a packed picnic—simple fresh food and relax near the river; restaurants in Dawki are usually open midday.
Take a calm, short boat ride (20–30 minutes) on the crystal-clear Umngot—ideal for toddlers and elders; boats run till mid-afternoon and are very gentle but check seasonal water levels and operator safety (life jackets advisable).
Either take a relaxed morning in Shillong (pack, slow sightseeing) or depart for Jowai/Krung Suri (Krang Suri) falls — the relaxed option is recommended with a toddler and elders for minimal transfers.
Drive ~2–2.5 hours to Krang Suri for shallow pools and easy natural scenery—kids can splash in shallow areas, but check water depth and current; the walk to the pools is short but may involve uneven surfaces.
Have an early, filling breakfast, finish packing and check out. Start the drive to Guwahati airport allowing 3–4 hours to account for traffic and stops with the toddler.
Drive back west toward Guwahati; you can stop briefly at Umiam Lake for coffee and photos or at Kamakhya Temple (if time and mobility permit) — include time buffers for flights.