Shillong, Guwahati With Kaziranga
Overview
Shillong, Guwahati and Kaziranga provides the ideal fusion of spirituality, animal adventure, and natural beauty. It offers a rich and remarkable North East travel experience, from the picturesque hills and waterfalls of Shillong and Cherrapunji to the revered Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati and exhilarating safaris in Kaziranga National Park.
Highlights
- Umiam Lake
- Cherrapunjee Excursion
- Kaziranga Jungle Safari
- Kamakhya Temple
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Detailed Itinerary
Guwahati (Arrival) - Shillong (100 kms / 2 hrs 35 min)
Transfer to Shillong after arriving at the Guwahati airport or train station. While traveling, stop at Umiam Lake, which was formed in the early 1960s by damming the Umiam River. Spend the night at Shillong.
Cherrapunjee Excursion (60 kms / 2 hrs)
Take an excursion to Cherrapunjee after breakfast. The Nongkhlaw hima, also known as Sohra or Churra, is the traditional capital of the Khasi tribal chieftainship. See the Seven Sister Falls, Mawsmai Caves, Nohkalikai Falls, Duwan Sing Syiem Viewpoint, Eco Park, etc. Drive back to Shillong later. Spend the night at Shillong. (B)
Local Sightseeing in Shillong
Start a full day of local touring in Shillong after breakfast, visiting places like Lady Hydari Park, the Botanical Garden, and the city's own Ward's Lake. The State Museum, which is closed on Sundays, showcases the culture and way of life of the Meghalayan people. Shillong is peppered with magnificent waterfalls that disturb the stillness of the surroundings as they cascade down deep valleys, creating hazy sparks. Elephant Falls is a mountain stream that cascades down two sequential falls that are situated in rock valleys covered in ferns. One can stand at Shillong Peak to get an aerial perspective of Shillong. Spend the night at Shillong. (B)
Shillong - Kaziranga (255 kms / 5 hrs 48 min)
Proceed to Kaziranga after breakfast. In 1974, Kaziranga was designated as a National Park, and in 1985, UNESCO designated it as a World Heritage Site. Two-thirds of all rhinos worldwide are found in the park. Spend the night in Kaziranga.
Kaziranga Jungle Safari
Enjoy a Jeep Safari in the National Park in the morning. In addition to rhinos, other animals that can be found include elephants, wild buffalo, hog deer, swamp deer, and, if you're lucky, tigers. You can tour rubber and tea plantations after breakfast at the hotel. Take a Jeep Safari in the Central Range in the afternoon. leisurely evening. Spend the night in Kaziranga. (B)
Kaziranga - Guwahati (191 kms / 4 hrs 11 min)
Drive to Guwahati after checking out of the hotel following breakfast. The city is known as the "City of Temples" because to its several historic Hindu temples, the most significant of which is Kamakhya Temple, which is located on the south bank of the Brahmaputra River. leisurely evening. Spend the night in Guwahati. (B)
Guwahati Local Sightseeing
Following breakfast, a full day of sightseeing in Guwahati includes the Kamakhya Temple, which is perched atop the Nilachal Hill, the Balaji Temple, the State Museum, the Navagraha Temple, the Umananda Temple on Bhasmachal, which is a Shiva temple situated on Peacock Island, the world's smallest inhabited riverine island, and Sankardev Kalakshetra. Take a river ride in the evening from Jahajghat/Machkhowa to Janighat/Machkhowa River Brahmaputra (direct payment). Spend the night in Guwahati. (B)
Guwahati (Departure)
Drive back to the Guwahati airport or train station for your return trip after breakfast. (B)
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What's Included
- Accommodation in comfortable hotels / resort on twin / double sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Pickup and drop from Guwahati Airport / Railway Station
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Sightseeing in Shillong, Cherrapunji, Kaziranga National Park and Guwahati
- Visit to Umiam Lake, Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Ward's Lake, Elephant Falls, Kamakhya Temple and other attractions mentioned in itinerary
- Driver allowance, toll tax, parking charges and fuel charges
- All applicable hotel taxes
What's Not Included
- Airfare / Train fare
- Lunch and dinner
- Jeep safari charges, elephant safari charges, park entry fees, camera fees, guide charges
- River cruise charges on Brahmaputra River
- Ferry / boat charges to Umananda Temple if applicable
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips, shopping, porterage, etc.
- Travel insurance
- Extra sightseeing or additional vehicle usage not mentioned in itinerary
- Early check-in / Late check-out charges at hotels
- GST or any government tax increase if applicable
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
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