4-Day Meghalaya Adventure: Exploring Nature and Culture in November

Day 1: Arrival and City Exploration

Shillong, Meghalaya, India on November 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Shillong

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with local and continental options in this cozy café, perfect to start your Meghalaya journey.
INR300, 1h

9:30am

Ward’s Lake

Explore this serene artificial lake with beautiful gardens and walking paths, ideal for a relaxing morning stroll. Open 9am-6pm.
INR10, 1h

11:00am

Don Bosco Museum

Visit this well-curated museum that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Northeast India’s tribes through immersive exhibits. Open 9am-5pm.
INR30, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Bamboo Hut Restaurant

Savor authentic Khasi cuisine with dishes like Jadoh and Dohneiiong in a rustic bamboo-themed setting.
INR400, 1h

3:00pm

Shillong Peak

Head up to Shillong Peak for panoramic views of the city and surrounding hills, a must-see sunset spot. Open throughout the day.
INR20, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at City Hut Family Dhaba

Enjoy a cozy dinner serving a mix of Indian and local dishes, known for its flavorful momos and thukpa.
INR350, 1h
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Day 2: Cherrapunji Waterfalls

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India on November 2, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a nourishing breakfast at the hotel to prepare for a day of outdoor exploring.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel to Cherrapunji

Drive from Shillong to Cherrapunji, approximately 2 hours through scenic winding roads.
INR600 (taxi fare approx.), 2h

10:30am

Nohkalikai Falls

Marvel at one of India’s tallest plunging waterfalls with breathtaking views from the viewing platform. Open daily.
INR30, 1h

12:00pm

Seven Sisters Falls and Eco Park

Visit this cluster of seven waterfalls and stroll through the Eco Park surrounded by rich greenery.
INR20, 1h

1:30pm

Lunch at Orange Roots Café

Enjoy fresh local dishes and refreshing fruit juices at this popular café in Cherrapunji.
INR450, 1h

3:00pm

Mawsmai Cave

Explore the limestone caves with easy walking trails that showcase stunning stalactites and stalagmites. Open 9am-5pm.
INR20, 1h

5:00pm

Return to Shillong

Drive back to Shillong to rest and freshen up for dinner.
INR600, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Trattoria

Dine on Italian cuisine with a local twist in a chic ambiance, perfect for unwinding after a long day.
INR600, 1h
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Day 3: Mawlynnong & Dawki Explorer

Mawlynnong & Dawki, Meghalaya, India on November 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up with a nutritious breakfast before heading out to the cleanest village in Asia.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel to Mawlynnong Village

Approximately 3 hours drive to Mawlynnong, known as the cleanest village in Asia.
INR700 (cab fare approx.), 3h

11:30am

Explore Mawlynnong Village

Walk through this eco-friendly village and visit the famous living root bridge and community-run bamboo cottages.
Free, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Local Homestay

Enjoy authentic Khasi dishes prepared by locals at a community homestay, savoring fresh and organic ingredients.
INR350, 1h

2:30pm

Drive to Dawki

Head to Dawki, known for its crystal clear river and the India-Bangladesh border, about 30 minutes away.
Included in cab fare, 30m

3:00pm

Dawki River and Umngot Boat Ride

Take a boat ride on the famous Umngot River, where the water is so clear you can see the riverbed clearly. Boat rides usually available till 5pm.
INR200, 1h

5:00pm

Return to Shillong

Drive back to Shillong for overnight rest.
INR700, 3h

8:00pm

Dinner at Dylan’s Café

Relax with a variety of global dishes and great coffee in a casual, artsy atmosphere.
INR400, 1h
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Day 4: Nature and Heritage

Mawphlang and Shillong, Meghalaya, India on November 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a fresh breakfast to prepare for your last day of exploration.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel to Mawphlang Sacred Forest

About 1 hour drive from Shillong, visit this mystical forest preserved for its spiritual and biodiversity significance.
INR100, 2h

11:00am

Shillong Shopping and Leisure

Return to Shillong and spend time shopping local handicrafts at Police Bazaar, plus coffee at local cafés.
Variable, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Shillong

Revisit this popular café for a final taste of local Khasi cuisine and relax before departure.
INR350, 1h

2:30pm

Departure or further travel

Head to your onward destination or airport, completing your memorable Meghalaya visit.
Variable, Varies
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