BEST OF MEGHALAYA WITH KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK

Tour Highlights

Visit the gateway of North East, Guwahati.
Get close to the wildlife at Kaziranga National Park.
Visit God's own garden, Mawlynnong Village.
Witness the exotic waterfalls of Cherrapunjee.
Visit Umiam Lake and take a tour of shillong.

DAY WISE TOUR ITINERARY

ARRIVAL AT GUWAHATI AIRPORT - KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
On Arrival at Guwahati Airport driver will pick you up after that proceed towards Kaziranga - a hub of one horned Rhinoceros also known as the place of many endangered species. On Reaching Check in to your hotel in Kaziranga and take rest. Explore Tea garden – Your evening is at leisure and you can sprawl amidst nature with your kids. In the later evening you can go to Kaziranga Sandhya an euphoric cultural extravaganza where different folk dances of Assam are shown including Bihu which is a famous traditional dance of Assamese people. Cherish the beginning of a wonderful holiday and revel in the scenic beauty of the jungle. After dinner, retreat to your room for a cozy overnight stay. Please note – Opening of the Kazirana by the Assam Government and as per past experience, it may open in October 1st week, however the exact date will be decided by Assam Government, initially Jeep safari gets open by 1st week of October and Elephant safari generally opens by 1st week of November.
KAZIRANGA SAFARI - SHILLONG VIA UMIAM LAKE
After breakfast, you can do Jeep Safari at any of the range (Central). Jeep safari and Elephant safari is available in Kaziranga and if you wish to do you can contact the hotel directly and it can be done on direct payment basis. Explore the wildlife of Kaziranga specially the pride of Assam, One horned Rhinoceros, Wild Buffalo, Hog Deer, Swamp deer, red headed bill and various flora and faunas. After that Return back to hotel , take rest and proceed towards Shillong en route covering some of the sightseeing. You could also take selfies and photo sessions. SHILLONGThe capital of the state of Meghalaya and home to the Khasi tribe. Shillong has rightly earned the sobriquet of "Scotland of the East" owing to the rolling hills, beautiful scenery and climate. On the way to Shillong you will visit the beautiful Umiam Lake, a major tourist attraction where you can have lunch also, it is located just before entering to Shillong. Reach hotel and check in, after some leisure you will explore local market. Overnight stay at Shillong. Please note - Jeep safari and Elephant safari are always subject to availability. Please note - Boating time at Umaim Lake – 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Please note – Opening of the Kazirana by the Assam Government and as per past experience, it may open in October 1st week, however the exact date will be decided by Assam Government, initially Jeep safari gets open by 1st week of October and Elephant safari generally opens by 1st week of November.
EXPLORE SHILLONG - STAY AT SHILLONG
Today after breakfast get ready to Explore • Ward’s Lake is amongst the popular tourist attractions of Shillong which is a must-visit. It is also known as Pollock’s Lake (Nan Polok) because of a popular engineer during the per-independence era. It is said to be around a 100 years old. The establishment of this lake was planned by the then Chief Commissioner of Assam, Sir William Ward. Construction was done by Colonel Hopkins in the year 1894. • Elephant falls - Renamed as Elephant Falls by the British, who found it difficult to pronounce the local name, the waterfall is believed to have gotten its name from a huge elephant-shaped rock near it. The iconic Elephant Falls, which attract tourists in hordes to Shillong in Meghalaya, has now become an eyesore. The crystal clear water at the bottom of the falls, is now turning murky and smelly, thanks to pollution. Mawphlang Sacred Forest: Mawphlang Sacred Forest One of the most famous sacred forests is the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, about 25 kilometers from Shillong. Covering some 192 acres, the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, nestled in the East Khasi Hills near Mawphlang village, has its roots steeped deep in the age-old religious beliefs, in which forests are regarded as a sacred entity. After that back to shillong for overnight stay.
SHILLONG - SMIT LATILUM CANYON - JOWAI KRANG SURI WATERFALL - SHILLONG
After breakfast go for day excursion of shillong off beat location • The Laitlum canyons are literally translated as ‘End of Hills’, or ‘Edge of the World’. And it is fact that Laitlum nestled at great heights, and is surrounded by vast rocky hills and valleys. • Jowai - Krang Suri Water fall After that come back to Dawki take rest and overnight stay there. .
SHILLONG - MAWLYNNONG VILLAGE - DAWKI - CHERRAPUNJEE
After breakfast checkout from hotel and proceed towards Mawlynnong Village the cleanest village in Asia • Mawlynnong, a picturesque village located in East Khasi Hills along the IndiaBangladesh border. Declared as the cleanest village in Asia by Discover India magazine in 2003, the modestly existing Mawlynnong has alternatively been known as 'God's own garden' too. Go TravelTriangle.com for a short trek of the village and see the Khasi way of life and meet the locals. You can visit Balancing Rock, Sky Walk, Bangladesh Viewpoint and the longest Living Root Bridge. • Dawki and river Umgnot, with pictures of crystal clear waters popular in the social media. You can have a bath over here, enjoy local boating. On the way to Dawki you can enjoy the view of Borhill Falls and Kyram Falls. • Single Decker Bridge - Right at the midway while going downhill, you’ll get a different path, indicating the route towards Single Decker Living Root Bridge. After that go to cherrapunjee check-in to the hotel and overnight stay in cherrapunjee.
CHERRAPUNJEE LOCAL SIGHTSEEING - GUWAHATI
After breakfast get ready for Cherrapunjee local Tour: • Nohkalikai Falls: At a height of 1115 feet, the Nohkalikai falls are the tallest plunge waterfall in India. Be dazzled by the beauty of this scenic force as you cherish this rare moment. • Seven Sisters Falls: Located south of the Mawsmai village, the Seven Sisters Falls is a vibrant spectacle. The fall at a height of 1033 feet plunges over the top of limestone cliffs of the Khasi Hills, but only during the rainy season. • Mawsmai cave : A major northeast tourist attraction, the Mawsmai cave is flocked by tourists throughout the year. Visit these surreal limestone constructions for a holistic holiday experience. • Arwah cave: The Arwah Cave in Cherrapunjee is a magnificent spot for all nature lovers. One can spot a diverse range of flora and fauna amidst these limestone stacks. • Mawkdok Dympep Valley View / Duwan Sing Syiem Bridge: located at the very start of Sohra tourist circuit, is one of the most prominent attractions of the place. The forest department has made a viewpoint at this valley from where tourists can enjoy and appreciate the natural beauty of the valley. Most Tourists get the first view of the Mawkdok Dympep Valley, which extends right up to Cherrapunjee, from this viewpoint. Getting a clear view is a matter of chance as mostly it is obscured by clouds. Evening you will return towards Guwahati on reaching Guwahati check into the hotel have dinner and overnight stay at Guwahati.
EXPLORE GUWAHATI - DEPARTURE AT GUWAHATI AIRPORT
After breakfast you will explore Mountains. Kamakhya Devi is also referred to as the “Bleeding Goddess”. The history is that Mata Sati took her own life by jumping in the Yagya which was performed by her father in which he didn’t invite Lord Shiva (Mata Sati’s spouse) knowingly. This leads to Lord Shiva to take Mata Sati’s corpse and roaming in pain. On seeing this, Lord Vishnu cut Mata Sati’s corpse into 52 pieces using his Sudarshan chakra, which formed 52 shakti peeths. It is believed that “Yoni” of Mata Sati fell on the place, where the Kamakhya Temple is situated today. Here are some facts about the Kamakhya Temple • The temple has three chambers: • Western chamber is rectangular shaped and is not open for the devotees. • The middle chamber is square shaped, with an idol of the Goddess. • The middle chamber leads to the holy Garbha Grihya, the most important part is 20 feet under the ground in a small cave, there is no idol but a small “Yoni” shaped kund where one can see water coming out of it. This kund is always covered with red cloth and flowers. • In the month of June, every year, the divinity bleeds and the water of Bhramputra river turns red in color. It is strange until this date that there is no scientific reason of this. • Although the temple is open 365 days a year, except for 3 days (In the month of June on the occasion of Ambubachi Mela). • Temple opens daily from 0800 hrs to 1300 hrs and from 1430 hrs to 1730 hrs • VIP darshan facility is available at the counter. • The dress code is formal as in other Hindu Temples. Devotees can enter the temple without covering the head but your shoulders and legs is a must be covered. After that proceed towards to your return journey, will drop you at Guwahati Airport here is your trip will be end with a happy Note.

Inclusions Exclusions

Meet & Greet upon arrival
Accommodation as per the itinerary, on specified plan on Twin Sharing Basis.
All applicable transfers & sightseeing by specified vehicle as per the itinerary only (on point to point basis).

Sightseeing entry fees, guide charge, Camera fee, river cruise, Kamakhya Temple entry, any up-gradation charges
Elephant ride & Jeep Safari
Cost for Evening Snacks & Tea
Dawki Boat Ride.
Cost for service not mentioned under the “cost includes” heads.
Cost for airfare, train fare or any other internal fare.
Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, mineral water, porter, tip etc.
Expenses incurred due to change in oil price, mishaps, landslide, strike, political unrest etc. In such case, extra will be charged as per actual which will be collected directly from the guest.
Difference in cost arising due to change in fuel price.
Difference in cost arising due to extra usage of vehicle other than scheduled mentioned in the itinerary.