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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Assam and Meghalaya

Friday, January 5, 2024: Arrival in Guwahati

Welcome to Assam! Start your trip by arriving at Guwahati Airport and checking into your hotel. In the morning, visit the Kamakhya Temple, a famous Hindu pilgrimage site known for its stunning architecture. In the afternoon, explore the Assam State Museum, where you can learn about the history and culture of the region. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River.

  • Kamakhya Temple: Estimated cost: Free, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Assam State Museum: Estimated cost: INR 10 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Brahmaputra River Cruise: Estimated cost: INR 500 per person, Time spent: 2 hours
Saturday, January 6, 2024: Shillong

Head towards Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. In the morning, visit the beautiful Umiam Lake, where you can enjoy boating or simply relax by the lakeside. In the afternoon, explore the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures, a museum showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Northeast India. In the evening, take a leisurely walk along Police Bazaar, a popular shopping district.

  • Umiam Lake: Estimated cost: INR 100 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures: Estimated cost: INR 100 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Police Bazaar: Estimated cost: Varies, Time spent: 2-3 hours
Sunday, January 7, 2024: Cherrapunji

Embark on a day trip to Cherrapunji, known as one of the wettest places on Earth. In the morning, visit the Seven Sisters Falls, a magnificent waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. In the afternoon, explore the Mawsmai Caves, limestone caves with stunning stalactite formations. In the evening, marvel at the Living Root Bridges in Mawlynnong, a unique natural wonder.

  • Seven Sisters Falls: Estimated cost: Free, Time spent: 1-2 hours
  • Mawsmai Caves: Estimated cost: INR 20 per person, Time spent: 1-2 hours
  • Living Root Bridges: Estimated cost: Free, Time spent: 1-2 hours
Monday, January 8, 2024: Guwahati

Return to Guwahati and spend the day exploring the city. In the morning, visit the Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden, home to a wide variety of animals and plants. In the afternoon, take a ferry ride to Umananda Island, where you can visit the Umananda Temple situated on a small hill. In the evening, enjoy a delicious Assamese dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden: Estimated cost: INR 30 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Umananda Island: Estimated cost: Ferry ride - INR 20 per person, Time spent: 1-2 hours
  • Assamese Dinner: Estimated cost: INR 500 per person, Time spent: 1-2 hours
Tuesday, January 9, 2024: Kaziranga National Park

Embark on an exciting wildlife adventure to Kaziranga National Park. In the morning, go for an elephant safari to spot the famous one-horned rhinoceros and other wildlife species. In the afternoon, take a jeep safari to explore different areas of the park. In the evening, relax at your jungle lodge and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

  • Elephant Safari: Estimated cost: INR 1200 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Jeep Safari: Estimated cost: INR 2500 per jeep (maximum 6 persons), Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Jungle Lodge: Estimated cost: Varies depending on accommodation
Wednesday, January 10, 2024: Guwahati

Return to Guwahati from Kaziranga. In the morning, visit the Navagraha Temple, dedicated to the nine celestial bodies of Hindu astrology. In the afternoon, explore the Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra, a cultural complex showcasing the art, dance, and music of Assam. In the evening, enjoy a sunset river cruise on the Brahmaputra River.

  • Navagraha Temple: Estimated cost: Free, Time spent: 1-2 hours
  • Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra: Estimated cost: INR 50 per person, Time spent: 2-3 hours
  • Brahmaputra River Cruise: Estimated cost: INR 500 per person, Time spent: 2 hours
Thursday, January 11, 2024: Departure

It's time to say goodbye to Assam and Meghalaya. Check out from your hotel and head to Guwahati Airport for your return journey.

Hidden Gems and Local Favorites

While exploring Meghalaya, don't miss the unique living root bridges in Mawlynnong. These bridges, created by the locals using the roots of living trees, are a sight to behold. Another hidden gem is the Dawki River, known for its crystal clear waters and thrilling boating experiences. Locals love to spend their leisure time by the river, enjoying picnics and water activities.

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