
Journey 19 · Assam & Meghalaya
Valleys and rhinos
Sweeping wildlife parks paired with the cool mountain air of the Khasi hills.
- Duration
- 5 nights / 6 days
- States
- Assam, Meghalaya
- Pace
- Moderate
- Vehicle
- SUV. Provides elevated visibility on the highway and extra comfort on longer cross-state driving days.
- Best months
- November to April.
- Ideal for
- First-timers looking for the ultimate Assam and Meghalaya highlights reel.
Route
GuwahatiKazirangaShillongGuwahati
540 km. Longest single driving day is 250 km.
Day by day
Day 1
The eastern highway
Guwahati to Kaziranga · Drive: 4.5 hours, 190 km
Settle into your wildlife lodge in the afternoon and prepare for the next day's adventures.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 2
The grass tall
Kaziranga local
A full day dedicated to morning and afternoon safaris tracking rhinos, elephants, and rare birdlife.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 3
Plains to pines
Kaziranga to Shillong · Drive: 6 hours, 250 km
A long but beautiful driving day, crossing the Brahmaputra valley and climbing the pine-covered hills to Shillong.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 4
Waterfalls and caves
Shillong to Cherrapunjee day trip · Drive: 4 hours round trip, 110 km
Leave early to witness the spectacular waterfalls and caves of Cherrapunjee, returning to the city by evening.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 5
Lake breezes
Shillong local
Visit the Don Bosco Museum, then head to the shores of Umiam Lake to watch the sunset before returning to your hotel.
Overnight in Shillong
Day 6
Departure
Shillong to Guwahati · Drive: 3 hours, 100 km
Descend to the airport for your flight out.
Where you stay
- Night 1 & 2: Diphlu River Lodge, Kaziranga (Premium 4-star). Unmatched luxury right on the edge of the wild.
- Night 3, 4 & 5: Courtyard by Marriott Shillong (5-star). Top-tier comfort and dining after long sightseeing days.
What’s included
Exclusive SUV, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and end-to-end management as Northeast specialists.
Not included
Safari tickets, lunches and dinners.
All-in pricing
Pricing quoted on enquiry, tailored to your dates and group size. No hidden costs.
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