9-Day Itinerary for Guwahati and Meghalaya

1. Day 1: Guwahati
   Arrive and check-in at hotel. Explore the city's rich cultural heritage, visit the Kamakhya Temple and the Assam State Museum.
2. Day 2: Shillong
   Travel to Shillong (100 km, 3 hours) and check-in at hotel. Explore the picturesque Umiam Lake, the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, and the Elephant Falls.
3. Day 3: Cherrapunji
   Depart for Cherrapunji (54 km, 2 hours) and visit the famous Nohkalikai Falls, Seven Sisters Falls, and Dawki river.
4. Day 4: Mawlynnong Village and Living Root Bridges
   Explore the gorgeous Mawlynnong Village, known for its cleanliness and visit the Living Root Bridges. (80 km, 2.5 hours)
5. Day 5: Nongriat, Double Decker Living Root Bridge
   Hike to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat, one of the most intriguing natural wonders of Meghalaya. (16 km, 1 hour from Mawlynnong Village)
6. Day 6: Mawphlang Sacred Forest and Shillong Peak
   Visit Mawphlang Sacred Forest and immerse yourself in nature and ancient Khasi traditions before heading to Shillong Peak for a panoramic view of the city. (51 km, 1.5 hours from Nongriat)
7. Day 7: Jowai
   Drive to Jowai and explore the enchanting Krang Suri Falls, Durga Temple, and Ialong Park. (63 km, 2 hours from Shillong)
8. Day 8: Dawki
   Head to Dawki and witness the crystal-clear waters of the Umngot River, experience a rare border crossing to Bangladesh, and enjoy a boat ride. (81 km, 2 hours from Jowai)
9. Day 9: Guwahati
   Return to Guwahati and visit the historic Umananda Temple on Peacock Island, Kamakhya Ghat, and the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. (175 km, 4 hours from Dawki)

Time and Costs Estimates

• Entry fee to Kamakhya Temple - Rs. 250 (1-2 hours)
• Entry fee to Assam State Museum - Rs. 50 (1-2 hours)
• Entry fee to Elephant Falls - Rs. 10 (1 hour)
• Entry fee to Living Root Bridges - Rs. 20 (1-2 hours)
• Hike to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge - free (4-6 hours)
• Entry fee to Mawphlang Sacred Forest - Rs. 20 (1-2 hours)
• Entry fee to Shillong Peak - Rs. 30 (1 hour)
• Entry fee to Krang Suri Falls - Rs. 50 (1-2 hours)
• Entry fee to Ialong Park - Rs. 10 (1 hour)
• Entry Fee to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary - Rs. 50 (1-2 hours)
• Boat ride at Dawki - Rs. 500 (1-2 hours)
• Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1040 (excluding accommodations, meals, and transportation)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the Mawsynram village (61 km, 2 hours from Cherrapunji), home to the Mawsynram Caves, or exploring the beautiful Khasi Hills. If you have less time, consider skipping Nongriat or Jowai, or reducing the amount of time spent at each location.