7-Day Itinerary for Meghalaya, India

1. Day 1: Shillong
   30 minutes (10 miles) from Shillong Airport

   Explore the capital city's markets and heritage sites including the Don Bosco Museum and the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians.

2. Day 2: Cherrapunji
   2 hours 15 minutes (38 miles) from Shillong

   Visit the Nohkalikai Falls, the world's fourth-highest waterfall, and the Mawsmai Cave featuring impressive limestone rock formations.

3. Day 3: Nongriat
   2 hours 30 minutes (43 miles) from Cherrapunji

   Trek to the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge, across the Umshiang river in the serene village of Nongriat.

4. Day 4: Mawlynnong & Dawki
   4 hours (76 miles) from Nongriat

   Visit the cleanest village in Asia, Mawlynnong, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Dawki river, with crystal-clear water.

5. Day 5: Tura
   4 hours 30 minutes (125 miles) from Dawki

   Experience the rich cultural heritage of Garo hills by visiting Tura Peak, Nokrek National Park, and Balpakram National Park.

6. Day 6: Jowai
   4 hours 20 minutes (105 miles) from Tura

   Enjoy a peaceful day in Jowai while exploring the Tyrshi Falls and the Ialong Park.

7. Day 7: Mawphlang
   1 hour 20 minutes (16 miles) from Jowai

   End the trip by exploring the Mawphlang Sacred Forest known for its rich biodiversity and the Mawphlang Presbyterian Church with historical significance.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Don Bosco Museum (2 hours, $3.50)
• Nohkalikai Falls (1-2 hours, free)
• Mawsmai Cave (1-2 hours, $2.50)
• Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek (4-5 hours, $7)
• Mawlynnong Village (2-3 hours, free)
• Dawki River (1-2 hours, free)
• Nokrek National Park (3-4 hours, $1.50)
• Balpakram National Park (2-3 hours, $1.50)
• Tyrshi Falls (1-2 hours, free)
• Ialong Park (1-2 hours, free)
• Mawphlang Sacred Forest (2-3 hours, $1.50)
• Mawphlang Presbyterian Church (1-2 hours, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: $17.50

Useful Tips

For adventure enthusiasts, try river-rafting in Dawki or hiking to the Nongkhnum island nature park. For food lovers, do not miss the Dohneiiong - a traditional Khasi pork dish, and regale your taste buds with bamboo shoots, black sesame, and other locally produced organic food items.