Ultimate 1-Day Itinerary: Kolkata to Guwahati, Kaziranga, Shillong and Cherrapunji

Day 1: Adventure and Culture

Kolkata, India

6:30AM

Breakfast at Flurys

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Flurys, known for its exquisite pastries and English breakfast options, where you can indulge in eggs benedict and freshly brewed coffee.
Flurys is located in Park Street, easily accessible from most central hotels.
INR 500, 1 hour

8:00AM

Flight to Guwahati

Catch your early morning flight to Guwahati to optimize your day for exploration; enjoy the aerial views over the lush landscapes.
Flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport usually take 1.5 hours.
INR 3000, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Travel to Kaziranga

Upon arrival at Guwahati, hire a taxi and set off towards Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its amazing biodiversity.
The drive to Kaziranga takes about 5 hours via NH37.
INR 2500, 5 hours

3:00PM

Lunch at Diphlu River Lodge

Enjoy a hearty Assamese lunch at Diphlu River Lodge, where you can savor local dishes like fish curry and masoor dal while surrounded by nature.
Diphlu River Lodge is located conveniently near Kaziranga’s entrance.
INR 800, 1 hour

4:00PM

Wildlife Safari at Kaziranga

Embark on an exciting jeep safari in Kaziranga, where you can spot the magnificent one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, and diverse bird species.
Safari tours can be arranged at the park entrance.
INR 3500, 2 hours

6:30PM

Drive to Shillong

After the safari, take a scenic drive to Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya known for its stunning hills and pleasant weather.
The drive takes approximately 3 hours.
INR 2000, 3 hours

9:30PM

Dinner at Café Shillong

End your adventurous day at Café Shillong, where you can relish delicious local cuisine with a modern twist; try the Khasi chicken curry and bamboo shoot salad.
Café Shillong is centrally located in Shillong.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

11:00PM

Settle in for the night

After dinner, head to your hotel in Shillong and prepare for the next day’s adventures in Cherrapunji, famous for being one of the wettest places on Earth.
Choose from several hotels available in Shillong, such as Hotel Hill Heritage.
INR 2500, Rest of the night
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