Depart home in Hyderabad for Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), allowing extra time for check-in and security for the early flight to Guwahati.
Arrive at RGIA, complete check-in and security; grab a quick breakfast or takeaway coffee at Café Coffee Day or a bakery in the terminal.
Board flight to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati). Use this time to review your onward plans and confirm airport transfer to Kamakhya area.
Land in Guwahati (approximate arrival depending on flight); collect luggage and clear immigration/arrival formalities if any.
Meet pre-booked cab or taxi (or app cab) and drive toward Kamakhya; expect 30-45 minutes depending on traffic — enjoy first views of the Brahmaputra and city.
Check in at your hotel near Kamakhya — recommended options: Vivanta Guwahati, Hotel Brahmaputra Ashok, or Ginger Guwahati for mid-range comfort; drop bags and freshen up.
Short walk to Kamakhya Temple complex; purchase temple entry/offerings and dress modestly — soak in the shrine's unique tantric history and panoramic hilltop views.
Explore the Kamakhya Temple precincts and nearby walking paths; chat with local priests or guides for a short 20-30 minute explanation of rituals and history.
Lunch at nearby local restaurant: try Paradise (local Assamese and north-eastern dishes) or Naga Kitchen for tribal flavours; sample Assamese thali, fish tenga or chicken tenga.
Return to hotel for a brief rest or power nap after travel; use this time to charge devices and organize belongings for the afternoon outing.
Head to the Nehru Park and the Brahmaputra riverfront (Fancy Bazaar/Skylight point) for a relaxed riverside walk and photography of the river and local life.
Take a short ferry ride (if operating) from the riverfront for scenic views of the Brahmaputra — ask your hotel or local operators about safe, scheduled rides.
Visit the local markets near Paltan Bazar or Fancy Bazaar to browse Assam tea, local silk (Muga/Eri), handicrafts and beaded jewellery — great spot for souvenirs.
Stop for tea and snacks at a popular local spot like Deva's Bakery & Restaurant or Cafe Hendrix; try Assamese tea/black tea with local sweets (pitha if available).
Return to Kamakhya Temple area for sunset views over the Brahmaputra and the city lights emerging; this is a peaceful time for quiet reflection.
Dinner at a recommended restaurant: Barbeque Nation (if you prefer something familiar) or Paradise Restaurant for Assamese specialities; try thali, fish delicacies or bamboo shoot dishes.
Optional visit to a local cultural performance or live music venue (ask hotel concierge for current listings) to get an introduction to Assamese music and dance.
Return to hotel, pack a small bag for tomorrow's day trip planning paperwork and clothes for Cherrapunjee; confirm tomorrow's pickup time and transport.
Wind down with a hot shower and a brief review of Day 2's plan; set alarms and leave a night light or needed items near the door for an early start.
Lights out / rest — aim for good sleep to be refreshed for full day exploring Kamakhya and the surrounding cultural sights tomorrow.
Wake up early for a quiet pre-dawn visit to Kamakhya Temple; the calm morning atmosphere and chanting make this a special time to observe rituals and take unobstructed photos of the hilltop complex.
Attend or watch the morning puja at Kamakhya Temple; follow dress and footwear guidelines, purchase small offerings at the temple counter, and speak briefly with a priest if you want a blessing or explanation of the rites.
Walk down toward the Nilachal Hill pathways and visit nearby small shrines and viewpoint spots for sweeping views of Guwahati and the Brahmaputra as the city wakes up.
Breakfast at India Coffee House (Paltan Bazar branch) or Deva's Bakery to sample local chai, parathas and Indian-style omelettes; try a cup of strong Assamese tea to fuel the morning.
Head to the Assam State Museum (Guwahati) to learn about local history, tribal cultures and artefacts; spend about 45-60 minutes exploring exhibits and local handicraft displays.
Drive to Umananda Temple on Peacock Island (if ferry running) — take a 15-20 minute boat ride from Fancy Bazaar riverfront for a short spiritual stop and unique river island experience.
Return to the riverfront and stroll through Fancy Bazaar market streets; browse stalls selling Assam tea, Muga and Eri silk, bamboo crafts and spices while chatting with friendly shopkeepers.
Lunch at Paradise Restaurant or Naga Kitchen (Near Paltan Bazar) to taste Assamese specialties — order fish tenga, khar, bamboo shoot preparations and a thali to sample multiple local flavors.
Short rest at your hotel to recharge devices and sort purchases; use this time to confirm an afternoon guide or driver if you want a deeper cultural walk or village visit.
Visit the Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, a cultural complex showcasing Assamese art, theatre and crafts; plan 60-90 minutes to see galleries, traditional mask displays and the open-air grounds.
Drive up to Hajo (optional 30-45 minute drive) to visit Hayagriva Madhava Temple and the unique blend of Hindu-Muslim-Sufi heritage; stroll the temple precinct and enjoy hilltop views of the Brahmaputra.
Return toward the Kamakhya/Khoropar area and stop at the Brahmaputra riverfront near Uzan Bazar for sunset; sip tea at a riverside stall and watch ferries cross the glowing river.
Shopping for souvenirs in Paltan Bazar or Fancy Bazaar — pick up Assam tea (temi or orthodox), Muga silk scarves, cane and bamboo handicrafts and locally produced pickles and sweets.
Dinner at Barbeque Nation (Guwahati) if you prefer a familiar buffet, or try local favourite The Project Cafe or Paradise Restaurant for more Assamese and Northeastern specialties like masor tenga and pork with bamboo shoot.
Attend a local cultural performance if available — check Kalakshetra or hotel listings for traditional Bihu dance or live folk music to deepen your appreciation of Assamese culture.
Return to your hotel near Kamakhya; unpack any new purchases, lay out clothes for tomorrow's early departure to Cherrapunjee, and confirm the pick-up time with your driver (usually 6:00 AM).
Wind down with a hot shower and a light cup of Assam tea or warm milk; review tomorrow's plan and set alarms to ensure an early start for the long day trip to Cherrapunjee.
Lights out — aim for a full night's rest to be fresh for the 3rd day's early departure and mountainous walking in Cherrapunjee (Sohra).
Wake, shower, and have a light hotel breakfast; confirm pick-up with your driver (pre-arranged around 5:15-5:30 AM) and pack waterproofs, sturdy shoes, snacks, and a daypack.
Depart Kamakhya/Guwahati in a private car or shared taxi toward Cherrapunjee (Sohra); the drive takes about 3-3.5 hours so use this time to enjoy hill scenery and brief stops for photos.
Quick stop at a roadside tea stall near Shillong bypass for hot tea and boiled eggs; stretch legs and admire the rolling Khasi hills before continuing toward Cherrapunjee.
Arrive at Mawsmai Cave; spend 30-45 minutes exploring the easy, well-lit limestone caves with a local guide and taking dramatic interior photos.
Walk the short trail to the nearby Mawsmai viewpoint and enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding canyons and cliffs; this spot is excellent for landscape shots and a quick snack stop.
Drive to Seven Sisters Falls (Nohsngithiang Falls) viewpoint; take in the cascading series of falls (best after rains) and capture sweeping photographs from the observation platform.
Head to the popular Eco Park area and stop for an early lunch at a local restaurant such as Orange Roots Cafe or a roadside homestay offering Khasi specialties (try jadoh or local pork dishes if available).
Set out for the double-decker living root bridge trek at Nongriat (if time permits) or the more accessible single root bridge at Tyrna — for Nongriat allow at least 2-3 hours round trip including descent and ascent.
If visiting Tyrna single-root bridge: short walk through village lanes and bamboo groves to the bridge; spend 20-30 minutes photographing and chatting with locals about the living root techniques.
For those who attempted Nongriat: arrive at Dawki-like forested valley and the double-decker bridge area; rest on river rocks, enjoy a packed snack and cool off in the crystal-clear pool below (carry swimwear/towel).
Begin return trek or walk back to the main road; meet your driver at the designated pickup point and refresh with bottled water and a hot cup of tea if available.
Drive to Nohkalikai Falls viewpoint (one of India’s tallest plunge waterfalls) and spend 30-40 minutes at the lookout admiring the dramatic drop and surrounding cliffs; follow viewpoint safety guidelines.
Visit Eco Park (Thangkharang Park) or the nearby Seven Sisters observation again for late-afternoon light; stroll short trails and pick up local handicrafts from stalls near the parking area.
Stop at a local cafe such as Cafe Cherrapunjee or a roadside tea stall for warm tea, local snacks (pitha or fried rice cakes) and to warm up before the drive back toward Guwahati/Shillong.
Begin the return drive to Guwahati (or your Kamakhya-area hotel); expect 3-3.5 hours depending on traffic and stops — enjoy sunset views over the Khasi hills as you descend.
Arrive back in Guwahati/Kamakhya area and check in at your hotel; freshen up and relax after the long day trip, unpack wet items and dry shoes by the heater if needed.
Dinner at your hotel or a nearby restaurant such as Paradise Restaurant or The Project Cafe to sample Assamese/Khasi-influenced dishes and reminisce about the day’s highlights.
Quick review of photos, backup important shots to cloud or phone, and lay out clothes for tomorrow’s transfer to Guwahati airport/train station for onward travel to Kolkata.
Lights out and rest — aim for a good night's sleep after an active day so you’re ready for travel on Day 4.
Wake early, finish packing and have a quick hotel breakfast; confirm your airport transfer or hotel checkout while ensuring passports/IDs, flight PNRs and train tickets are handy.
Driver picks you up for the transfer to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU); allow 45-60 minutes for traffic and airport formalities from the Kamakhya area.
Arrive at Guwahati airport, drop luggage at check-in and pass through security; if time permits, buy Assam tea leaves or snacks at an airport shop for the onward journey.
Board morning flight to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (flight time ~1h 15m); use flight time to rest, review Kolkata plans and exchange a small amount of currency if required.
Land in Kolkata (approximate); collect luggage, exit arrivals and meet a pre-booked cab or app taxi to head into the city for a compact half-day visit before your onward connection.
Drive to central Kolkata — aim for a short city highlights loop: Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral and Maidan for quick photo stops and a sense of the city's colonial-era grandeur.
Stop at Victoria Memorial and walk the gardens; spend 30-40 minutes enjoying the museum displays and the elegant grounds — ideal for panoramic photos and a brisk stroll.
Quick visit to College Street and the historic Indian Coffee House for a nostalgic cup of filter coffee and to soak up the bookish atmosphere; pick up a small memento from a nearby stall if you like.
Lunch at Peter Cat (Park Street) or Oh! Calcutta for classic Kolkata cuisine — try Chelo Kebab at Peter Cat or a Bengali thali and mishti doi at Oh! Calcutta if you prefer regional specialities.
Return to the airport (or to Howrah/Kolkata station if your onward travel is by train); leave ample time for traffic — aim to be back at the airport 2 hours before your domestic flight to Hyderabad.
Arrive at Kolkata airport, complete check-in and security formalities; browse duty-free or airport shops for sweets (rosogolla) or handicrafts to take home.
Board flight from Kolkata to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (flight time ~2h); use this time to rest, organize photos and review arrival logistics for Hyderabad.
Land in Hyderabad (approximate); collect luggage, exit arrivals and summon a taxi or app cab home or to your onward destination in the city.
Arrive home or at your Hyderabad accommodation; unpack, charge devices and sort souvenirs and gifts (assam tea, muga silk, Khasi handicrafts) you collected during the trip.
Light dinner at home or nearby restaurant — choose something familiar to unwind, or order Hyderabadi biryani if you want to celebrate a smooth return.
Quick photo backup to cloud and make a short notes list of highlights and any follow-ups (contacts, guides, or future travel plans), then relax with tea or a warm drink.
Lay out clothes and items for the next day, wash travel-worn garments if needed, and check mail or messages you might have missed while away.
Wind down and prepare for bed — reflect on the 4-day loop through Kamakhya, Cherrapunjee and Kolkata, and plan to share your photos and memories with friends and family.