
Journey 34 · Assam & Meghalaya
Bridges and borders
An extended family journey from rhino grasslands to the clear border waters of Dawki.
Estimated ₹85,500 for two, for the whole trip
- Duration
- 8 nights / 9 days
- States
- Assam, Meghalaya
- Pace
- Moderate
- Vehicle
- SUV. Highly recommended for long family road trips crossing state lines.
- Best months
- November to April.
- Ideal for
- Families wanting to fully experience both Assam and Meghalaya over an extended break.
Route
GuwahatiKazirangaShillongCherrapunjeeShillongGuwahati
720 km. Longest single driving day is 250 km.
Day by day
Day 1
Toward the forest
Guwahati to Kaziranga · Drive: 4.5 hours, 190 km
A smooth drive east along the Brahmaputra valley.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 2
The grass tall
Kaziranga local
A full day dedicated to morning and afternoon safaris tracking rhinos.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 3
Plains to pines
Kaziranga to Shillong · Drive: 6 hours, 250 km
A beautiful driving day, climbing the pine-covered hills to Shillong.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 4
Lake breezes
Shillong local
Visit the Don Bosco Museum, then head to the shores of Umiam Lake.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 5
Dramatic drops
Shillong to Cherrapunjee · Drive: 2 hours, 55 km
Drive to the dramatic limestone cliffs of Sohra.
Overnight in Cherrapunjee
Day 6
The border waters
Cherrapunjee to Dawki and back · Drive: 5 hours round trip, 160 km
A day trip to the clear waters of the Umngot river for family boating.
Overnight in Cherrapunjee
Day 7
Caves and cascades
Cherrapunjee local
Spend the day exploring waterfalls and caves.
Overnight in Cherrapunjee
Day 8
Return to the capital
Cherrapunjee to Shillong · Drive: 2 hours, 55 km
Head back up to Shillong for final souvenir shopping.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 9
Descent to the plains
Shillong to Guwahati · Drive: 3 hours, 100 km
Conclude your trip with a seamless airport drop.
Where you stay
- Night 1 & 2: Diphlu River Lodge, Kaziranga (Premium 4-star).
- Night 3 & 4: Pinewood Hotel, Shillong (4-star).
- Night 5, 6 & 7: Jiva Resort, Cherrapunjee (4-star).
- Night 8: Pinewood Hotel, Shillong (4-star).
The suggested price of ₹85,500 for two does not include these exact hotels. Ask us and we will price the stays listed here.
What’s included
Exclusive SUV, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and a firmly locked price with no hidden costs.
Not included
Safari tickets, boat rides in Dawki, lunches and dinners.
Estimated price
Estimated ₹85,500 for two, for the whole trip.
Your final all-in quote depends on your dates, hotels and group size. No hidden costs.
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