6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Guwahati, Shillong, Meghalaya & Cherrapunji

1. Day 1: Guwahati
   Arrive in Guwahati from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport

   Visit the Kamakhya Temple known for its tantric worship, and spend some time at the Umananda Temple located on an island in the Brahmaputra River. End your day by taking an evening cruise on the Brahmaputra and enjoy Assam's cultural performances.

   Time & Distance: 13 min (4.9 km) from airport to Kamakhya Temple; 20 min (8.7 km) from Umananda Temple to Brahmaputra Cruise Point
2. Day 2: Shillong
   Drive to Shillong, also known as the ‘Scotland of the East’

   Explore the Don Bosco Museum, one of the largest cultural museums in Asia. Later, visit the Ward's lake for boating and enjoy the scenic beauty of Lady Hydari Park in the evening.

   Time & Distance: 2 hours 30 min (99.8 km) from Guwahati to Shillong
3. Day 3: Shillong
   Visit the mesmerizing Elephant Falls & Shillong peak

   Spend your day at these scenic sites. In the evening, explore the bustling local markets of Shillong including the Police Bazaar and Bara Bazaar.

   Time & Distance: 30 min (12.6 km) from Elephant Falls to Shillong Peak
4. Day 4: Cherrapunji
   Take a day trip to Cherrapunji, the wettest place on Earth

   Explore the Nohkalikai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall in India, and the Mawsmai Cave, a natural limestone cave formation. End your day soaking in the surreal beauty of the Seven Sisters Falls.

   Time & Distance: 2 hours (54.5 km) from Shillong to Cherrapunji
5. Day 5: Shillong
   Relax and enjoy some leisure time in Shillong

   Spend your day exploring the quaint hill town at your own pace. Visit some local cafes and restaurants, street markets or just stroll around the beautiful hillside amidst the clouds.

   Time & Distance: Free day
6. Day 6: Departure
   Leave for the airport from Shillong and say goodbye to Meghalaya

   Carry back with you memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

   Time & Distance: 2 hours 30 min (99.8 km) from Shillong to Guwahati Airport

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kamakhya Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Umananda Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Brahmaputra Cruise (2-3 hours, INR 2000 for adults)
• Don Bosco Museum (2-3 hours, INR 100 for adults)
• Ward's Lake (1-2 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Lady Hydari Park (1-2 hours, free)
• Elephant Falls (1-2 hours, INR 20 per person)
• Shillong Peak (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
• Nohkalikai Falls (2-3 hours, INR 20 per person)
• Mawsmai Cave (1-2 hours, INR 20 per person)
• Seven Sisters Falls (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
Total Estimated Cost: INR 2230 per person (excluding Brahmaputra cruise)

Useful Tips

Travelers who have more time can plan for an additional day to explore the countryside of Meghalaya or visit the Mawlynnong village, known as the cleanest village in Asia. Visitors with less time can skip some local markets and spend only a few hours instead of a day in Shillong.