3-Day Scenic and Cultural Adventure in Meghalaya, India

Day 1: Shillong City Tour

Shillong, Meghalaya, India on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Shillong

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café Shillong, known for their delicious local Khasi dishes and freshly brewed coffee.
INR300, 1h0m

9:15am

Ward's Lake and Lady Hydari Park

Enjoy a relaxing stroll around Ward's Lake and the adjacent Lady Hydari Park, both popular spots for picturesque gardens and serene ponds. Great for a calm morning walk.
INR20, 1h0m

10:30am

Shillong Peak

Visit Shillong Peak for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills. It’s the highest point in Shillong.
Free, 1h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at City Hut Family Dhaba

Try traditional Khasi dishes like Jadoh (rice with pork) and Dohneiiong (pork with black sesame) at City Hut Family Dhaba, a well-known local eatery open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Don Bosco Museum

Explore this ethnographic museum that showcases the culture, art, and history of Northeastern India, including Meghalaya’s tribes.
INR100, 2h0m

3:45pm

Elephant Falls

Visit Elephant Falls, a scenic three-tier waterfall located just outside Shillong, perfect for nature photography and short treks.
INR30, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria

Enjoy a cozy dinner at Trattoria, known for its Italian and Continental dishes with a local twist. Open till 10pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 2: Cherrapunji Natural Wonders

Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India on May 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Pinewood

Fuel up for the day with breakfast at your hotel or nearby café featuring local and continental options.
INR350, 1h0m

8:45am

Nohkalikai Falls

Visit the tallest plunge waterfall in India, Nohkalikai Falls, known for its breathtaking views and surrounding greenery.
INR20, 1h0m

10:00am

Mawsmai Cave

Explore Mawsmai Cave, a limestone cave with fascinating stalactites and stalagmites formations. Open from 9am to 5pm.
INR30, 1h0m

11:30am

Seven Sisters Falls and Rainbow Falls Viewpoint

Stop by the viewpoint areas for fantastic views of Seven Sisters and Rainbow Falls from the highway viewpoint.
Free, 0h45m

12:30pm

Lunch at Orange Roots Restaurant

Enjoy local Khasi cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional flavors at Orange Roots, open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek

Embark on an adventurous trek to see the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge, a marvel of natural engineering and local knowledge.
Guide INR500 (optional), 3h0m

6:00pm

Return and Dinner at Hotel

Have a relaxing dinner at your hotel, sampling local dishes such as tungrymbai (fermented soybean) preparations.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 3: Mawlynnong & Dawki

Mawlynnong & Dawki, Meghalaya, India on May 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a quick breakfast before departing early to cover more area today.
INR300, 0h45m

8:00am

Mawlynnong Village Visit

Visit Asia’s cleanest village, Mawlynnong, to experience village life, neat surroundings, and the living root bridge located nearby.
Free, 2h0m

10:30am

Balancing Rock at Mawlynnong

See the famous Balancing Rock, a natural rock formation that’s a local landmark and great for photos.
Free, 0h30m

11:15am

Travel to Dawki

Short drive to Dawki village, near the Bangladesh border, known for the crystal clear Umngot River.
Transport cost varies, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Local Dawki Restaurant

Have lunch at a local spot by the river, sampling fresh fish and traditional Khasi fare.
INR350, 1h0m

1:45pm

Dawki River Boat Ride

Take a boat ride on the stunningly clear Umngot River, skimming over crystal waters with lush greenery all around. Open from 9am to 5pm.
INR200, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Shillong

Head back to Shillong for your onward journey, reflecting on your scenic and cultural Meghalaya trip.
Transport cost varies, 3h0m
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