6 Day in Meghalaya- Shillong ,The Scotland of the East

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts) Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 140 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approx) On arrival at Guwahati Airport (GAU) & transfer to Shillong. You would be met by our representative before you head to Shillong. In case you have landed in morning , Enroute you can visit Umium Lake (also known as Barapani Lake), a majestic placid lake with its surrounding sylvan hills. Upon reaching check in & overnight at Shillong.

Cherrapunjee (4690 Ft / 1430 Mts, 60 Kms / 02 to 03 Hrs drive approx oneway) After breakfast, today go a day excursion to Cherrapunjee. Enroute visit Elephant falls. At Cherrapunjee visit Garden of Caves, Arwah Cave / Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later drive back to Shillong. Overnight in Shillong.

Optional: After lunch drive to Dawki. Dawki is the gateway to Bangladesh where major export and import transactions take place. It is a splendid drive of 45 kilometres passing through deep gorges and ravines, which is certainly a thrilling experience. On approaching Dawki is the Umngot River, The Umngot River is the natural boundary between Ri Pnar or Jaintia Hills with Hima Khyrim of Khasi hills over which a single span suspension bridge was constructed. Mawlynnong village, situated at about 100 Kms ahead of Shillong on the Shillong-Dawki Road, 30 kms from Pynursla, is a village of 75 households with a population of 400. An idyllic location, this village epitomizes a standard, which all other villages need to aspire to be. Dubbed the cleanest village in India by Discover India Magazine, the primary Village School till class V boasts of its no dropout record and the village of 90 % literacy. Paved walkways and beautiful flowerbed all along mark the village, with waterfalls, *a living root bridge, hilly rivulets, acacia plantation and an excellent view of the faraway plains of Bangladesh all contribute to the ambience of this village. Farming of betel nut & leaves, broomsticks and pepper along with bee rearing are the primary economic activity of this Village and with the village headman himself taking the responsibility of making visitors comfortable, a day in this village gives an insight into the life of the Khasis, the influence of the Church and its metamorphosis. Note It is advisable to carry packed lunch / Food along with you. Dawki River Noteing: From Mid April onwards Dawki River will start getting muddy due to rainfall and boating may not be operational.

Mwaphlang (4906 Ft / 1496 Mts, 30 Kms / 01 to 01 ½ Hrs drive approx oneway from Shillong) After breakfast go for an excursion to Mawphlang Sacred Forest. Later proceed for the local sightseeing visit Don Bosco Museum (Sunday Closed), Ward’s Lake (Closed on Tuesday) located at the heart of the city which is popular for its garden walks and boating, Lady Hydari Park (Closed on Monday) & Cathedral of Mary. Overnight Stay at Shillong.

Laitlum Canyons (4907 Ft / 1496 Mts, 25 Kms / 45 Minutes to 01Hrs drive from Shillong) Krangsuri (3000 Ft / 915 Mts, 85 Kms / 03 ½ to 04 Hrs drive from Nartang) Shillong (5002 Ft / 1525 Mts, 90 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive from Krangshuri) After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer Laitum Canyons. Witness the breathtaking Landscape of Laitlum canyons nestled in the majestic hills of Meghalaya at a distance of 25 kms from Shillong. Proceed to Krangsuri Water fall (Jowai). After enjoy the beauty of falls drive back to Shillong. Check in & Overnight stay at Shillong. Note It is advisable to carry packed lunch / Food along with you.

Guwahati (1148 Ft / 350 Mts, 140 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive approx) After breakfast transfer to Guwahati Airport (GAU) for your onwards connection. Carry beautiful memories of this serene Hill Station.

Early morning transfer to Leh airport to board flight back to destination. Carry these beautiful memories of this magnificent place with a promise to keep exploring this Beautiful World.