7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Meghalaya, Shillong, Dawki, and Darjeeling in July 2023

1. Day 1: Shillong
   1 hour 30 minutes (62.5 km) from Guwahati Airport

   Visit the Living Root Bridges in Cherrapunjee, take a dip in the natural swimming pool at the base, and hike to Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village.

2. Day 2: Dawki
   2 hours 30 minutes (83 km) from Shillong

   Explore the Dawki River and the Umngot River Valley, known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning views. Try your hand at kayaking or boating.

3. Day 3: Shillong
   2 hours (79 km) from Dawki

   Visit the Elephant Falls, a three-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and the Shillong Peak, the highest point in the city providing panoramic views.

4. Day 4: Darjeeling
   7 hours (300 km) from Shillong

   Visit the Tiger Hill for a breathtaking view of the sunrise over Mount Everest, take a ride on the UNESCO-listed Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda.

5. Day 5: Darjeeling
   10 minutes (3 km) from the city center

   Visit the Happy Valley Tea Estate, the oldest tea estate in the region. Take a tour and learn about the history and process of tea-making in the region.

6. Day 6: Darjeeling
   1 hour 30 minutes (34 km) from Darjeeling

   Visit the Singalila National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its biodiversity and stunning views of the Himalayas. Take a trek or go bird watching.

7. Day 7: Shillong
   8 hours (423 km) from Darjeeling

   Depart from Guwahati Airport.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Living Root Bridges and Mawlynnong Village (4-6 hours, INR 500)
• Kayaking or Boating at Dawki River (2 hours, INR 500)
• Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak (4 hours, INR 200)
• Sunrise at Tiger Hill and Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (6-7 hours, INR 1000)
• Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, INR 100)
• Singalila National Park (6-8 hours, INR 500)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 2800