6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS • ASSAM & MEGHALAYA

Assam & Meghalaya

Guwahati • Kaziranga • Shillong • Cherrapunji

Combine wildlife, waterfalls and hill scenery in one of the North East’s most varied routes.

Start with the grasslands and wildlife of Kaziranga, then cross into Meghalaya for hill roads, waterfalls, caves and the dramatic landscapes around Shillong and Cherrapunji.

Starting From ₹24,999 per person*
1 Night Kaziranga2 Nights Shillong1 Night Cherrapunji1 Night GuwahatiPrivate Transport
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*Starting price is indicative. Final cost depends on travel dates, hotel category, number of travellers, safari selection, vehicle and confirmed inclusions.

Duration6 Days / 5 NightsTwo-state wildlife and hill journey
RouteGuwahati → Kaziranga → Shillong → Cherrapunji → GuwahatiAssam–Meghalaya road circuit
Start / EndLehAirport transfers as quoted
Stay Pattern1N Kaziranga • 2N Shillong • 1N Sohra • 1N GuwahatiBalanced six-day route
Travel StyleHigh-Altitude • Scenic • PrivateWildlife • Scenic • Nature-Focused • Private • Customisable
TWO STATES. COMPLETELY DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES.

Wildlife First. Hills & Waterfalls Next.

This route works because Assam and Meghalaya feel completely different.

Kaziranga brings grasslands, wetlands, safari drives and the chance to see the greater one-horned rhinoceros. Shillong gives you a relaxed hill-city base with lakes, waterfalls and viewpoints. Cherrapunji / Sohra adds deep valleys, caves and some of Meghalaya’s most dramatic waterfalls.

Kaziranga one-horned rhinoceros Assam
Shillong Meghalaya
Cherrapunji Meghalaya waterfall
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

Wildlife, Hills, Waterfalls & Scenic Road Travel

01

Kaziranga Wildlife Safari

Explore one of India’s best-known national parks by jeep safari.

02

One-Horned Rhinoceros

Kaziranga is especially famous for the greater one-horned rhinoceros.

03

Shillong Hill Scenery

Explore lakes, waterfalls, local markets and viewpoints.

04

Cherrapunji / Sohra

Experience waterfalls, limestone caves and dramatic valley landscapes.

05

Scenic State-to-State Road Trip

Travel from Assam’s plains and grasslands into Meghalaya’s Khasi Hills.

06

Flexible Extensions

Add Mawlynnong, Dawki, Laitlum or an extra Cherrapunji night.

TOUR ITINERARY

Your Assam & Meghalaya Journey, Day by Day

Open each day to see the suggested route, experiences and overnight stay. The exact sequence can be adjusted around arrival time, safari slots, weather, road conditions and flight timing.

One-horned rhinoceros Kaziranga
01Day 01Guwahati → Kaziranga | Into Assam’s Wildlife Country+

Arrive at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station, where your driver will meet you. Begin the road journey towards Kaziranga National Park.

  • Local village walk
  • Tea-garden viewpoint
  • Cultural programme
  • Kaziranga Orchid & Biodiversity Park where practical
Relax at your hotel or resort after arrival and prepare for an early wildlife start the next morning.
Overnight: Kaziranga
02Day 02Kaziranga Safari → Shillong+

Start the day early for your wildlife experience. A jeep safari is the most practical way to cover a larger section of the park.

  • One-horned rhinoceros
  • Asian elephant
  • Wild buffalo
  • Swamp deer
  • Birdlife
  • Authorised jeep safari
Important: wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. After the safari, return to the hotel for breakfast, check out and continue towards Shillong.
Overnight: Shillong
03Day 03Shillong Sightseeing | Lakes, Waterfalls & Viewpoints+

After breakfast, spend a comfortable day exploring Shillong and nearby attractions.

  • Ward’s Lake
  • Elephant Falls
  • Shillong Peak, subject to access
  • Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
  • Police Bazaar
  • Optional Laitlum Canyons
Return to Shillong in the evening and relax.
Overnight: Shillong
04Day 04Shillong → Cherrapunji / Sohra | Waterfalls & Caves+

After breakfast, check out and begin the scenic drive towards Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji.

  • Mawkdok-Dympep Valley View Point
  • Nohkalikai Falls
  • Arwah Cave
  • Mawsmai Cave
  • Dainthlen Falls
  • Seven Sisters / Nohsngithiang Falls
  • Garden of Caves, depending on time
Check into your hotel or resort after sightseeing.
Overnight: Cherrapunji / Sohra
05Day 05Cherrapunji → Shillong / Guwahati | Flexible Nature Day+

This day can be adjusted depending on how much walking and driving you want.

  • Mawlynnong village
  • Nohwet Living Root Bridge
  • Dawki / Umngot River
  • Optional boating
  • More Cherrapunji waterfalls and caves
  • Early return to Shillong for shopping
Recommended overnight: Guwahati for an early departure the next day, or Shillong if your departure is later and you prefer more hill time.
Overnight: Guwahati / Shillong depending on flight schedule
06Day 06Guwahati | Departure+

Enjoy breakfast and check out. Transfer to Guwahati Airport or Railway Station according to your onward schedule.

  • Kamakhya Temple
  • Brahmaputra riverfront
  • Local shopping
Optional Guwahati sightseeing depends on your departure timing. Your Assam & Meghalaya journey ends here.
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Know What Your Assam & Meghalaya Package Covers

Typically Included

  • 5 nights accommodation according to selected category
  • Daily breakfast or meal plan stated in the final quotation
  • Kaziranga, Shillong and Cherrapunji sightseeing according to the confirmed itinerary
  • Private Guwahati pickup/drop and intercity road travel
  • Fuel, tolls and standard driver allowance
  • Safari arrangement only where specifically included in your selected package
  • Dial Us Back Travel assistance throughout the confirmed journey

Not Included Unless Stated

  • Flights or train tickets
  • Kaziranga jeep safari unless included
  • Elephant safari unless specifically confirmed
  • Entry tickets
  • Dawki boating
  • Cave entry charges
  • Local guides
  • Lunch and dinner unless stated
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Anything not listed in the final quotation
DESTINATION SNAPSHOTS

Three Places That Define the Route

Kaziranga Assam wildlife

Kaziranga

WILDLIFE • RHINO SAFARI • GRASSLANDS • BIRDLIFE

The Assam section of the journey and the major wildlife highlight.

Shillong Meghalaya hills

Shillong

HILL-CITY ATMOSPHERE • MARKETS • WATERFALLS • LAKES

A comfortable base before exploring the Khasi Hills.

Cherrapunji Sohra Meghalaya waterfall

Cherrapunji / Sohra

WATERFALLS • CAVES • VALLEYS • RAINFOREST SCENERY

The dramatic Meghalaya nature section of the route.

THE WILDLIFE HIGHLIGHT

Start the Journey in Kaziranga

Kaziranga is famous for its open grasslands, wetlands and wildlife. Safari availability depends on season, park opening, weather, range allocation and forest department rules.

Kaziranga one-horned rhinoceros

Jeep Safari

The most practical option for covering a wider area of the park.

Kaziranga wildlife landscape

Safari Operations

Exact range, timing and availability depend on current park operations.

Important: wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
OPTIONAL UPGRADES

Upgrade Your Assam & Meghalaya Journey

Kaziranga extra safari

Extra Kaziranga Safari

Add another range or second safari where available.

Assam tea landscape near Kaziranga

Premium Wildlife Resort

Upgrade your Kaziranga stay.

Cherrapunji waterfall Meghalaya

Cherrapunji Overnight

Recommended if you want a slower waterfall-and-cave experience.

Living Root Bridge Meghalaya

Mawlynnong & Dawki

Add the root bridge and river circuit.

Dawki Umngot River Meghalaya

Private Dawki Boat

Subject to conditions and local availability.

Laitlum Canyon style Meghalaya hill scenery

Laitlum Canyon

Add another dramatic Meghalaya viewpoint.

Brahmaputra River Assam

Guwahati Brahmaputra Cruise

Add a river experience if your schedule allows.

WHO IS THIS PACKAGE FOR?

Who Assam & Meghalaya Works Best For

First-Time North East Travellers

Wildlife and Meghalaya landscapes in one trip.

Families

Varied experiences without requiring strenuous trekking.

Couples

Scenic roads, hills and wildlife make the route feel very different each day.

Friends

Good mix of safari, caves, waterfalls and road travel.

Nature Lovers

One of the strongest packages for combining wildlife and landscapes.

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

Best Time to Travel

November – April

The key operating period for the Kaziranga wildlife section.

October – April

Generally comfortable for Shillong and Cherrapunji sightseeing.

June – September

Meghalaya’s waterfalls can be more dramatic, but heavy rain may affect road travel and visibility.

Seasonal note: Kaziranga can close during the monsoon/flood season, so this exact wildlife-focused package should be planned around official park operations.
IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTES

Important Assam & Meghalaya Travel Notes

Kaziranga Safari Notes

  • Safari timing should be confirmed before finalising the rest of the itinerary.
  • Safari range allocation may vary.
  • Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
  • Park operations are seasonal.

Meghalaya Weather & Road Notes

  • Weather changes quickly.
  • Fog can affect waterfall and viewpoint visibility.
  • Caves may be wet and slippery.
  • Dawki water clarity is seasonal.
  • Road journeys can take longer during peak traffic or bad weather.
  • Always confirm exact inclusions before payment.
MAKE THE ROUTE YOUR OWN

Want More Wildlife, More Meghalaya or a Slower Pace?

You can change the hotel category, meal plan, Kaziranga safari type, extra safari, Shillong nights, Cherrapunji overnight, Mawlynnong visit, Dawki boating, vehicle category, Guwahati sightseeing or trip duration.

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GOOD TO KNOW

Assam & Meghalaya FAQs

Useful answers before you request your final North East quotation.

How long is the package?

6 Days / 5 Nights.

What is the route?

Guwahati → Kaziranga → Shillong → Cherrapunji → Guwahati.

What is the starting price?

From ₹24,999 per person, subject to travel dates and final inclusions.

Is Kaziranga included?

Yes. The standard itinerary includes 1 night in Kaziranga.

Is a safari included?

Only if specifically stated in the final quotation.

What wildlife can we see?

Kaziranga is especially famous for the one-horned rhinoceros and also supports elephants, buffalo, deer and rich birdlife.

Is Cherrapunji included?

Yes. The package includes Cherrapunji / Sohra sightseeing.

Can we stay overnight in Cherrapunji?

Yes. The recommended version can include 1 night there.

Can we add Dawki?

Yes. Dawki and Mawlynnong can be added on Day 5.

Is the Living Root Bridge included?

The easier Nohwet Living Root Bridge near Mawlynnong can be added.

Is this suitable for families?

Yes. The route can be planned without strenuous trekking.

Can this package operate during monsoon?

The Meghalaya section can, but Kaziranga’s safari season is restricted by seasonal park operations, so the package may need to be redesigned outside the park’s tourism season.

WILDLIFE. WATERFALLS. HILLS.

Ready for Assam & Meghalaya?

Tell us your travel dates, number of travellers and preferred hotel category. We’ll help you build the right combination of Kaziranga, Shillong, Cherrapunji and optional Meghalaya experiences around the pace you want.

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