Assam and Meghalaya Tour ( Guwahati – Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Mawlynnong – Dawki – Guwahati | 5 Night / 6 Days )
Places Will Visit in The Tour:
Guwahati:
Guwahati formerly known as Gauhati is the capital city of the Indian state of Assam and also the largest metropolis in northeastern India. A major riverine port city along with hills, and one of the fastest-growing cities in India, Guwahati is situated on the south bank of the Brahmaputra. It is called the 'Gateway to North East India'.
Umananda Island:
Umananda Island is the smallest inhabited river islet in the middle of river Brahmaputra, flowing through the city of Guwahati in Assam, a state in northeast India.
Its name derives from Assamese Uma, another name for the Hindu goddess Parvati, the wife of Shiva; and ananda, "joy". A British officer named the island Peacock Island for its structure, which he thought resembled the splayed feathers of a peacock. It is also known as Bhasmachal, from the words bhasma, meaning to destroy, and chal, meaning place. The legend giving rise to this name is that Kamdev, the god of love in Hindu mythology, after interrupting Shiva in the middle of deep meditation on the islet, was burnt to ashes.
Kamakhya Temple:
The Kamakhya Temple is a Sakta temple dedicated to the mother goddess Kamakhya. It is one of the oldest of the 51 Shakti Pithas. Situated on the Nilachal Hill in the western part of Guwahati city in Assam, India, it is the main temple in a complex of individual temples which is the most comprehensive representation of the ten Mahavidyas of Saktism, namely, Kali, Tara, Tripura Sundari, Bhuvaneshwari, Bhairavi, Chhinnamasta, Dhumavati, Bagalamukhi, Matangi and Kamalatmika. Among these, Tripurasundari, Matangi, and Kamala reside inside the main temple whereas the other seven reside in individual temples. It is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus and especially for Tantric worshipers.
Shillong:
Shillong is a hill station in northeast India and capital of the state of Meghalaya. It’s known for the manicured gardens at Lady Hydari Park. Nearby, Ward’s Lake is surrounded by walking trails. North, the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures features displays on the region’s native people. Waterfalls include the Elephant Falls to the southwest. East of here, forested Shillong Peak offers city views.
Cherrapunjee:
Cherrapunjee, also known as Sohra, is a high-altitude town in the northeast Indian state of Meghalaya. It's known for its living root bridges, made from rubber trees. To the northeast, Mawkdok Dympep Valley View Point overlooks verdant gorges. In the surrounding hills, the Noh-Kalikai, Dain-Thlen, and Kynrem waterfalls plunge from forested clifftops. South of town, Mawsmai Cave is illuminated to show its stalagmites. has often been credited as being the wettest place on Earth, but for now, nearby Mawsynram currently holds that distinction. It still holds the all-time record for the most rainfall in a calendar month and in a year, however: it received 9,300 millimeters (370 in; 30.5 ft) in July 1861 and 26,461 millimeters (1,041.8 in; 86.814 ft) between 1 August 1860 and 31 July 1861.
Day 1:
After arriving in Guwahati, the Guest will take breakfast and guests proceed to the Guwahati tour from the hotel. Guwahati “The light of the East” is the gateway to Assam and to the entire North East region. Straddling the banks of the Brahmaputra, this former capital of the Kamrupa kings. The most popular tourist destination of Guwahati : * Umanada Temple* Ugratar Temple*.
After lunch, the guests will proceed to Balaji Temple. After visiting Balaji Temple the guests will return to the Guwahati hotel and night stay at Guwahati.
One night Stay at Guwahati
Day 2:
Whole day excursion including Maa Kamakhya Temple.
Overnight at Guwahati hotel.
Day 3: Guwahati to Shillong
The guests will proceed to Shillong. Shillong, Meghalaya’s capital, is set amidst smoky blue hills thick with pine and orchids, singing brooks, and crashing waterfalls….. For the English, this garrison town was home during the British Raj. Leisurely days can be spent boating at the serene Ward’s Lake and the landscaped Lady Hydari Park.
Overnight halt at Shillong
Day 4: Shillong to Cherrapunjee
Sightseen in Shillong the guest will proceed to Cherrapunjee. World-renowned for being the wettest place on earth, Cherrapunjee is just 56km from Shillong. Cherrapunjee’s star attractions are – Nohsngithiang Falls, Thagkharang Park, Mawamai Cave, etc.
Before sunset guests will return to Shillong.
Night stay at Shillong.
Day 5: Shillong to Mawlynnong and Dawki
After breakfast, the guests will proceed to Mawlynnong 90km from Shillong. The picturesque village of Mawlynnong has earned the distinction of being “ one of the cleanest villages in India”. the pretty little village offers many interesting sights such as the living root bridge and another strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another rock etc. Dawki, about 6km from Mawlynnong. Dawki offers gorgeous views.
Night stay in Shillong.
Day 6:
The guests will return to Guwahati and, proceed to Airport/Railway Station for onward destination.
Cost Includes:
Accommodation on with base category rooms in all the hotels.
Breakfast will be served in all the Hotels
A/C Cab for all transfers and sightseeing exactly as per the itinerary.
Toll, Parking, driver’s Bata, road tax & fuel charges.
Pick up from Air-Port/ Railway Station
Drop at Air-Port/ Railway Station
Cost Excludes:
Meals not mentioned above.
Entry Fees To Monuments And Palaces.
Anything Not Mentioned In The Inclusions.
Tickets, tips, guided and Entrance Fees/ Charges.
Porterage At Hotels And Airports, Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Liquors, Wine, Etc
Any Increase In Taxes Or Fuel Leading To An Increase In Surface Transport.
Ayurveda Charges.
Any Cost Arising Due To Natural Calamities Like Landslides, Roadblocks, Etc.
All items of personal nature.
**Note: NECESSARY DOCUMENTS – VOTER ID, AADHAR CARD, STUDENT ID, PASSPORT, DRIVING LICENSE WITH PASSPORT SIZE PHOTO.
**Note: COMPLETION OF THE MENTION ITINERARY IS DEPENDS UPON THE WEATHER CONDITION & AVAILABILITY OF TIME.
**Note: GST shall be payable extra on quotes given. It will be calculated and payable as per GST slabs implemented by Govt. of India.
**Note: Visa processing time and decision for same is as per embassy/consulate decision. In case of denial, we are not responsible for any loss due to the same. Cancellation and amendment charges would be applicable as per the booking policy.