Meghalaya Tour Package 7 Days: Quick Overview
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Starting Point: Guwahati, Assam
Destinations Covered: Guwahati, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong, Dawki, Mawphlang
Best For: Nature lovers, adventure seekers, families, couples, photographers
Package Highlights:
✓ Visit to the iconic Double Decker Living Root Bridge
✓ Explore Nohkalikai Falls and Seven Sisters Falls
✓ Experience the crystal-clear waters of Dawki River
✓ Discover Asia’s cleanest village, Mawlynnong
✓ Trek through mysterious caves and sacred forests
✓ Witness breathtaking waterfalls and panoramic viewpoints
✓ Immerse in authentic Khasi culture and traditions
✓ Comfortable accommodations with local hospitality
✓ All transfers and sightseeing in private vehicle
✓ Professional English-speaking guides
Meghalaya Tour Package 7 Days Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Guwahati → Transfer to Shillong (100 km, 3.5 hours)
Arrive at Guwahati Airport/Railway Station where our representative welcomes you. Begin scenic drive to Shillong through winding mountain roads. En route, stop at Umiam Lake for photos and refreshments. Reach Shillong by evening, check into hotel. If time permits, explore Police Bazaar for local shopping and street food.
Overnight: Shillong | Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Shillong Full Day Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore Shillong’s major attractions. Visit Elephant Falls (three-tiered waterfall), Shillong Peak (highest point with 360° panoramic views), Don Bosco Museum (Asia’s finest indigenous culture museum with 7 floors), Ward’s Lake (horseshoe-shaped lake with gardens), and Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians. Evening free for shopping at Police Bazaar and experiencing local cuisine.
Overnight: Shillong | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Shillong to Cherrapunji (60 km, 2 hours) – Full Day Sightseeing
Drive to Cherrapunji, the wettest place on Earth. Stop at Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint for panoramic views. Visit Nohkalikai Falls (India’s tallest plunge waterfall at 1,115 feet), Mawsmai Cave (limestone cave with stalactites), Seven Sisters Falls (seven-streamed waterfall), and Eco Park with multiple viewpoints. Check into hotel with valley views.
Overnight: Cherrapunji | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Nongriat
The highlight of your Meghalaya tour package 7 days! After early breakfast, drive to Tyrna village. Trek down 3,500 steps through dense tropical forest (1.5-2 hours) to reach the 180-year-old Double Decker Living Root Bridge – a marvel of bio-engineering. Optional further trek to Rainbow Falls for a refreshing dip. Return by climbing back up the steps. Entire trek takes 5-7 hours. Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Overnight: Cherrapunji | Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Cherrapunji → Mawlynnong → Dawki → Return
A relaxed day visiting two iconic locations. Drive to Mawlynnong (Asia’s Cleanest Village) – walk through spotless streets, climb the bamboo Sky View tower, visit the Living Root Bridge, and see the Balancing Rock. After lunch at a local homestay, proceed to Dawki to experience the crystal-clear Umngot River. Enjoy boat rides on transparent water where boats appear to float in air. Return to Cherrapunji by evening.
Overnight: Cherrapunji | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Cherrapunji → Mawphlang Sacred Forest → Shillong
After breakfast, drive to Mawphlang Sacred Forest – a 1,000-acre pristine grove protected for centuries by Khasi traditions. Guided walk through this biodiversity hotspot with rare orchids, medicinal plants, and ancient monoliths. Learn about indigenous conservation practices. Visit Mawphlang village to experience Khasi culture. Enjoy traditional Khasi lunch. Optional: Short trek on historic David Scott Trail. Continue to Shillong. Evening at leisure for music venues or cafes.
Overnight: Shillong | Meals: Breakfast, Traditional Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Shillong to Guwahati Departure (100 km, 3.5 hours)
Your memorable 7 days Meghalaya tour package concludes today. After leisurely breakfast, time for last-minute shopping at Police Bazaar – buy Khasi shawls, handicrafts, local honey, and organic tea. Optional visits to Wankhar Entomology Museum or Lady Hydari Park if time permits. Check out and drive to Guwahati Airport/Railway Station. Brief stop at Umiam Lake for final photos. Reach Guwahati for your onward journey.
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Best Time to Visit Meghalaya
The best time for your 7 days Meghalaya tour package is October to May, with October-November being ideal for a perfect balance of pleasant weather, flowing waterfalls, and manageable crowds. However, if you want to experience Meghalaya’s true essence as the “wettest place on Earth,” plan a monsoon visit just be prepared for wet conditions!