About Assam & Meghalaya
A trip perfectly curated to help you get a taste of Assam and Meghalaya in 8 Nights and 9 Days all at once. Get thrilled on the Jeep Safari into Kaziranga and cleanse your soul on the undisturbed hills of Meghalaya.
A trip perfectly curated to help you get a taste of Assam and Meghalaya in 8 Nights and 9 Days all at once. Get thrilled on the Jeep Safari into Kaziranga and cleanse your soul on the undisturbed hills of Meghalaya.
Namaste!!! You will be greeted by our representative who will receive you from Guwahati Airport/ Station and transfer to your respective hotel in the heart of the city. Upon reaching, check-in to your room and relax.
Guwahati is the biggest city of the northeast Indian state of Assam and the entire northeastern region of India. It is indeed a sprawling city on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River. The city is famous for the Kamakhya Temple, also known as Kamrup-Kamakhya. It is the primary deity of the 51 Shaktipeeths of Sati(the wife of Lord Shiva) spread across India, Bangladesh & Pakistan. It is situated atop the holy Nilachal Hill from where one can have a bird’s eye view of the city. To the east, the 18th-century Navagraha Temple is an astronomical center with planetary shrines. Umananda Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and covered with engravings, stands on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra River.
Stay overnight in your hotel at Guwahati.
After breakfast, you will visit the holy Kamakhya Temple. In the evening, you will thoroughly enjoy a boat ride on the Brahmaputra River while you will be taken to the Umananda Temple within the Peacock Island in the river. After that, you will also visit the Basistha Ashram Temple situated by the side of a pretty stream at the foothills with semi jungle ambience. Rest of the evening will be at leisure. You can do your bit of shopping from Paltan Bazaar, the main shopping area of Guwahati. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel at Guwahati.
After an early breakfast, check-out from your Guwahati hotel and proceed towards Shillong. 17KMS before Shillong, you will be greeted by the spectacular sight of the Umiam Lake, locally known as Barapani. Spend some time by the side of Barapani and proceed towards Shillong town.
Shillong, also referred to as “The Scotland of the East”, is the capital city of the northeast Indian state of Meghalaya. It is a beautiful hill station, stationed approx 1525MTR/ 5000FT above sea level. The town is encircled by pine forests and it enjoys light drizzles to moderate showers keeping the climate cool throughout the year. Shillong is known for its manicured gardens, walking trails, golf courses, museums, waterfalls and peaks. The forested Shillong Peak to the east of the town offers fantastic views of the city on a clear day. Interestingly, Shillong has a very western culture and it has a very young feel to it. Shillong is also famous as the music capital of India, as many prominent musicians have hailed from this place. Many music events keep happening throughout the year, making it a very lively place.
Upon reaching, visit some of the famous sightseeing spots of Shillong like Ward’s Lake, Botanical Garden, Lady Hydari Park, 18Hole Golf Course, Zoo, The State Museum, Elephant Falls &Shillong Peak. Check-in to your hotel in the evening and simply relax after a tiring day. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel at Shillong.
After breakfast, set out for a full day excursion trip to Cherrapunjee.
Situated approx 1484MTR/ 4900FT above sea level, Cherrapujee is among the wettest places on earth. With its clean & pristine surroundings and a unique climate gifted to this area, Cherrapunjee is an ideal place to sit back & unwind. The several waterfalls in the area only compliment the climate and the pleasant air around. This rainy misty place is also famous for astounding views of the lavish spread of the Bangladesh plains from its cliffs.
Upon reaching, visit the Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls, Ramakrishna Mission & DwanSyiem View Point and return back to Shillong by late afternoon. Spend your evening at leisure roaming around the Police Bazaar area which is the primary shopping zone of Shillong. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel at Shillong.
After an early breakfast, set out for another full day excursion trip to KrangSuri Waterfalls, Dawki & Mawlynnong. Visit the KrangSuri Waterfalls, a beautiful waterfall in the Jaintia Hills of eastern Meghalaya. Amongst the myriad of waterfalls found in the region, KrangSuri is one of the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing. Next, you will be taken to the Dawki riverside where you will enjoy a boat ride on the crystal clear waters of the Dawki River. Also you will visit the Indo-Bangladesh border at Tamabil. Afterwards, you will be taken to Mawlynnong, rated to be the cleanest village of Asia. There you can enjoy a small trek to visit the Living Root Bridge & Machan 85FT high Sky Walk. Return back to Shillong by late afternoon. Spend your evening at leisure after a tiring day. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel at Shillong.
After an early breakfast, check-out from your Shillong hotel and proceed towards Kaziranga National Park. Upon reaching, check-in to your hotel/ resort and relax.
Kaziranga National Park, a World Heritage Site, boasts the highest number of one-horned rhinoceros in the world. The park has one of the highest density of tigers as well but their sightings are very rare because of the presence of tall elephant grass throughout the park that provide excellent camouflage but their presence can be felt everywhere by way of pug marks, kills and territorial markings. The park is home to large breeding populations of elephants, wild water buffalos and swamp deer. The park area is circumscribed by the Brahmaputra River, which forms the northern and eastern boundaries, and the Mora Diphlu, which forms the southern boundary. Other notable rivers within the park are the Diphlu and Mora Dhansiri. Kaziranga has flat expanses of fertile, alluvial soil formed by erosion and silt deposition by the Brahmaputra. The landscape consists of exposed sandbars, riverine flood-formed lakes known as ‘Beels’ and elevated regions known as ‘Chapories’, which provide retreats and shelter for animals during floods. Ganges River dolphins swim in the park’s waters. It’s visited by many rare migratory birds, and gray pelicans roost near Kaziranga village.
Enjoy your afternoon Jungle Safari inside Kaziranga. Spend your evening at leisure within your hotel/ resort premises only. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel/ resort at Kaziranga.
Wake up at dawn and get ready for a thrilling morning Jungle Safari inside Kaziranga. Afterwards, come back to your hotel / resort for breakfast and relax. Post lunch, enjoy the afternoon as well as your last Jungle Safari inside Kaziranga. Spend your evening at leisure within your hotel / resort premises only. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel / resort at Kaziranga.
Wake up at dawn and get ready for another thrilling morning Jungle Safari inside Kaziranga. Post safari, come back to your hotel / resort for breakfast and relax. Afterwards, check-out from your Kaziranga hotel / resort and proceed towards Guwahati. Upon reaching, check-in to your hotel and relax. Spend your evening at leisure after a tiring long journey. Have dinner and stay overnight in your hotel at Guwahati.
After breakfast, check-out from your Guwahati hotel and get transferred to Guwahati Airport / Station. Your tour ends with sweet memories.