5-Day Budget-Friendly Solo Trip from Bengaluru to Meghalaya

Day 1: Travel & Arrival Shillong

Bengaluru to Shillong, India on June 13, 2025

7:00AM

Flight Bengaluru to Guwahati

Take a morning flight from Bengaluru to Guwahati, roughly 2.5 hours. Book in advance for better fares, costing around INR 3500-4500 one way.
INR4000, 2h30m

10:00AM

Drive Guwahati to Shillong

After landing, hire a taxi or shared cab for the 3-hour scenic drive to Shillong. Enjoy the rolling hills and greenery along the way.
INR1000, 3h

1:00PM

Check-in Hotel in Shillong

Stay at a budget-friendly guesthouse or 2-star hotel such as Hotel Centre Point costing around INR 1200 per night, centrally located.
INR1200, Rest

2:00PM

Lunch at Trattoria

Enjoy an affordable Italian meal at Trattoria, famous for pizzas and pastas, budget-friendly meals around INR 400-600.
INR500, 1h

3:30PM

Ward’s Lake Visit

A calm artificial lake with walking paths and gardens ideal for a peaceful stroll. Open till 6 PM.
INR10, 1h

5:00PM

Shillong Cathedral

Visit the beautiful 20th-century cathedral known for its impressive stained glass windows. Entry is free, open till 6 PM.
Free, 30m

7:00PM

Dinner at Cafe Shillong

Try local Khasi dishes and continental options at affordable prices (INR 300-500).
INR400, 1h
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Day 2: Exploring Shillong

Shillong, India on June 14, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at City Hut Family Dhaba

Start your day with authentic local breakfast like Jadoh or Bhoot Jolokia chutney from this budget eatery. Meals cost around INR 150-200.
INR200, 1h

9:30AM

Don Bosco Museum

Explore seven floors detailing Meghalaya’s tribes, culture, crafts, and history. Open 9:30 AM to 5 PM. Entry fee INR 20.
INR20, 2h

12:00PM

Elephant Falls

Visit the picturesque waterfall 12 km from Shillong for natural beauty and photo ops. Open 9 AM to 6 PM. Entry fee INR 10.
INR10, 1h

1:30PM

Lunch at Dylan’s Cafeteria

Casual dining spot with affordable Indian and continental dishes costing around INR 300-400.
INR350, 1h

3:00PM

Laitlum Canyon

A scenic viewpoint approx. 15 km from Shillong offering breathtaking panoramic views. Free entry, best visited in afternoon.
Free, 2h

6:00PM

Explore Police Bazaar

Walk through this main shopping and food street to experience local life, buy souvenirs, and snack.
INR200, 1h

7:30PM

Dinner at City Hut

Try more local cuisine like momos, thukpa, or chili chicken within a budget of INR 300-400.
INR350, 1h
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Day 3: Cherrapunjee Day Trip

Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya on June 15, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Breakfast at your hotel or nearby café to energize for the day ahead. Light meals around INR 150.
INR150, 30m

8:30AM

Drive to Cherrapunjee

Hire a taxi or join a day tour to Cherrapunjee, approx 2-hour journey from Shillong.
INR1500, 2h

11:00AM

Nohkalikai Falls

Visit one of India’s tallest waterfalls set amidst lush greenery, well-maintained viewpoint area open till 5 PM.
INR10, 1h

12:30PM

Lunch at Orange Roots Café

Enjoy local Khasi vegetarian dishes in this cozy, budget-friendly café. Meals cost about INR 300-400.
INR350, 1h

2:00PM

Mawsmai Cave

Explore this famous limestone cave which is both thrilling and scenic, open 9 AM to 5 PM, entry INR 20.
INR20, 1h

3:30PM

Eco Park Visit

Walk in this well-maintained park with suspension bridges and viewpoints. Open till 5 PM, small entry fee applies.
INR10, 1h

5:00PM

Return to Shillong

Travel back to Shillong for overnight stay.
Included, 2h

7:30PM

Dinner at Trattoria or Hotel

Have dinner at your choice of local or continental cuisine for approx INR 400.
INR400, 1h
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Day 4: Mawlynnong & Dawki

Meghalaya, India on June 16, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Breakfast at hotel or local eatery preparing you for a full day trip, INR 150-200.
INR200, 30m

8:00AM

Drive to Mawlynnong Village

Travel about 3 hours from Shillong to visit Asia’s cleanest village, enjoy the village walk and living root bridges.
INR1500, 3h

12:00PM

Lunch at Mawlynnong Local Café

Try authentic Khasi homemade dishes at budget prices, around INR 250-350.
INR300, 1h

1:30PM

Drive to Dawki

Short 30 minutes drive to Dawki, known for the crystal clear Umngot River.
Included, 30m

2:00PM

Boat Ride on Umngot River

Enjoy a peaceful, budget boat ride amid the transparent waters, costing INR 150. Open till sunset.
INR150, 1h

3:30PM

Explore Dawki Border Market

Explore this border trade market, perfect for souvenir shopping and local interaction.
Free, 1h

4:30PM

Return to Shillong

Drive back about 3 hours to Shillong for overnight stay.
Included, 3h

8:00PM

Dinner at Café Shillong

Relax with local fusion dishes and continental fare with a budget of INR 400.
INR400, 1h
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Day 5: Return to Bengaluru

Shillong to Bengaluru, India on June 17, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy your last breakfast in Shillong, priced around INR 150-200.
INR200, 30m

8:00AM

Drive to Guwahati Airport

3-hour early morning drive to Guwahati airport for your flight back home.
INR1000, 3h

12:00PM

Flight Guwahati to Bengaluru

Return flight of 2.5 hours to Bengaluru, booking in advance costs about INR 3500-4500.
INR4000, 2h30m
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