2-Day Budget Trip to Meghalaya: Exploring Shillong and Cherrapunji

Day 1: Discover Shillong

Shillong, Meghalaya, India on May 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Shillong

Start your day with a hearty breakfast of local and continental dishes at Café Shillong, known for its cozy ambiance and affordable prices.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Elephant Falls

Explore the picturesque Elephant Falls, a three-tier waterfall located 12 km from Shillong, offering stunning natural views and photo opportunities.
INR10, 1h30m

11:30am

Shillong Peak

Head to Shillong Peak for panoramic views of the city and surrounding hills; open to visitors all day with no entry fee.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at City Hut Family Dhaba

Enjoy authentic and budget-friendly Khasi cuisine including traditional dishes like Jadoh (rice and meat) at this popular local spot.
INR200, 1h0m

2:30pm

Ward's Lake

Visit the serene man-made lake surrounded by a botanical garden right in the heart of Shillong; perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll.
INR10, 1h0m

4:00pm

Police Bazar Shopping

Explore Police Bazar market for local handicrafts, souvenirs, and street food; bargaining is common here.
Variable, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria

Conclude your day with a delicious Italian meal at Trattoria, known for its thin-crust pizzas and cozy environment, reasonably priced for a special dinner.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 2: Cherrapunji Wonders

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India on May 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at local eatery

Grab a quick and tasty breakfast with local tea and snacks like momos or parathas before heading out to explore.
INR100, 0h45m

8:30am

Travel to Cherrapunji

Take a shared taxi or bus early in the morning from Shillong to Cherrapunji, approximately 2 hrs drive covering breathtaking landscapes.
INR150, 2h0m

10:30am

Visit Nohkalikai Falls

Marvel at one of the tallest plunge waterfalls in India, surrounded by lush greenery; entrance fee applies and timings are 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h0m

12:00pm

Seven Sisters Falls

Enjoy views of the famous Seven Sisters waterfall, visible from a viewpoint nearby; free to access.
Free, 0h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at a local homestay

Relish authentic Khasi home-cooked meals at a local homestay, offering delicious flavors at budget prices.
INR250, 1h0m

2:30pm

Mawsmai Cave

Explore the Mawsmai limestone cave known for its stalactites and stalagmites; open 9am to 5pm with modest entrance fee.
INR30, 1h0m

4:00pm

Eco Park or Return to Shillong

Optional visit to Eco Park to see local flora or start your journey back to Shillong by evening shared taxi or bus to catch your return transport.
INR25/INR150, 1h0m / 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner in Shillong

Have a light dinner at a budget-friendly eatery like Café Shillong or try some street food in Police Bazar before your departure.
INR200, 1h0m
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