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12-Day Adventure & Heritage Experiences in Meghalaya - The Abode of The Clouds

Embark on an extraordinary 12-day journey through Meghalaya, known as “The Abode of the Clouds.” This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, heritage, and natural beauty. Explore lush forests, stunning waterfalls, ancient caves, and living root bridges. Discover the unique culture and breathtaking landscapes of one of India’s most captivating states, often compared to Scotland for its highlands, fog, and scenery. Experience the vibrant wildlife, serene landscapes, and rich cultural heritage that make Meghalaya a heaven on earth.

Where You’ll Stay

  • New Delhi: hotel.
  • Shillong: hotel.
  • Cherrapunjee: hotel.

Activities

  • Nature Trails: Explore Baghmara Reserve and Balpakram National Park.
  • Cultural Interactions: Engage with local communities and experience their hospitality.
  • Heritage Visits: Discover Shillong Peak, Living Roots Bridges, and ancient caves.
  • Wildlife Exploration: Track tigers, elephants, and a variety of bird species.
  • Trekking: Full-day treks in Balpakram National Park and to the double-decker living roots bridges.
  • Waterfalls and Scenic Views: Visit famous waterfalls and enjoy panoramic views from high-altitude points.

What’s Included

  • 11 nights’ accommodation in various hotels.
  • Meals: breakfast and dinner.
  • Guided nature trails and cultural tours.
  • All transportation, including airport transfers.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing activities.

What’s Not Included

  • International Flights: Flights to and from India.
  • Lunches

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – New Delhi

  • Arrival in New Delhi: Received by our representative at IGI International Airport.
  • Transfer to hotel in New Delhi.
  • Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 – New Delhi to Shillong

  • Morning Flight: Board flight to Shillong.
  • Arrival in Shillong: Check-in and breakfast at the hotel.
  • Walking Tour: Explore the colorful markets of Shillong.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – Shillong to Cherrapunjee

  • Morning Visit: Explore Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak.
  • Scenic Drive: Visit Mawkdok Valley, Garden of Caves, Arwah Caves.
  • Afternoon: Visit Nohkalikai Falls and Seven Sisters Falls.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Cherrapunjee.

Day 4 – Cherrapunjee to Nongriat

  • Morning Trek: Trek to the double-decker living roots bridges and Rainbow Falls.
  • Afternoon: Trek back to Cherrapunjee.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 – Cherrapunjee to Dawki

  • Morning Visit: Explore Krangsuri Falls and Phe Phe Falls.
  • Scenic Drive: Return to Shillong.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 – Dawki

  • Morning Visit: Explore Krangsuri Falls and Phe Phe Falls.
  • Scenic Drive: Return to Shillong.
  • Evening: Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 – Shillong

  • Morning Visits: Ward’s Lake, Phan Nonglait Park, Laitlum Grand Canyons, and Sweet Falls.
  • Evening: Walking tour of the Police Bazaar.
  • Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 – Shillong to Mawphlang to Mawsynram

  • Morning Drive: Visit Mawphang Sacred Groves and Mawjymbuin Caves.
  • Afternoon: Explore Krem Puri, the world’s longest sandstone cave.
  • Evening: Return to Shillong for dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 – Shillong to Wah Rilang to Nongkhnum Island

  • Morning Drive: Visit Wah Rilang and Nongkhnum Island.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Kshaid Waterfall.
  • Evening: Return to Shillong for dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 – Shillong to Nongjrong to Syntung

  • Early Morning: Experience the “river of clouds” phenomenon.
  • Day Trip: Explore Syntung, enjoy cruising on the lake, and admire cascading waterfalls.
  • Evening: Return to Shillong for overnight stay.

Day 11 – Shillong

  • Morning Visits: Explore the Church and Don Bosco Museum.
  • Evening: Gala dinner with unlimited drinks and bar-be-cue, followed by the presentation of a lovely gift.
  • Overnight at the hotel.

Day 12 – Shillong to New Delhi

  • Morning Departure: Board flight to New Delhi.
  • Optional: Hotel stay for rest, city exploration, dinner, and overnight stay.
  • Departure: Transfer to IGI International Airport for your onward journey.