Explore the Best of Meghalaya in 6 Days – Shillong, Sohra, Dawki & More

Looking for the perfect 6-day Meghalaya itinerary? This travel plan covers the highlights of Meghalaya – from the bustling markets of Shillong to the misty waterfalls of Cherrapunjee, the iconic Double Decker Root Bridge trek, Asia’s cleanest village Mawlynnong, crystal-clear Dawki River, turquoise Krang Suri Falls, and the spiritual Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati. Whether you’re a nature lover, adventure seeker, or leisure traveler, this detailed Meghalaya tour plan ensures you experience the best of the state in just 6 days.

  • Cab for 6 days for tour
  • 5 Nights Accommodation
  • Daily meals on MAP – Dinner and Breakfast
  • All Driver & Cab expenses
  • All Taxes
  • Team Support during the tour
  • Any Flights/Train tickets 
  • Any Entrance/Monumental fee
  • Lunch or any extra food orders 
  • Tea/snacks/beverages
  • Lunch during trip
  • Any Expense of personal nature
  • Any flight / bus / train tickets
  • Any insurances
  • Entrance fees to any site where ever applicable.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
  • Additional costs may arise if schedules are increased or changed due to natural phenomena, road conditions or any other natural calamities.
  • Cancellation and Refund policy will be applicable.

6-Day Meghalaya Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Umiam Lake en route to Shillong

Day 1

Guwahati To Shillong

  • Pick-up from Guwahati airport/railway station.
  • En route sightseeing
  1. Umiam Lake (Barapani).
  • Shillong sightseeing :
  1. Stroll at Police Bazaar / café hop.
  • Check-in in Shillong Hotel 
  • Dinner 

Day 2

Shillong To Cherrapunjee

  • Checkout after breakfast
  • Enroute sightseeing :
  1. Shillong Peak (panoramic view)
  2. HQ Eastern Air Command
  3. Elephant Falls
  • Drive to Sohra (Cherrapunjee).
  • Enroute sightseeing :
  1. Nohkalikai Falls,
  2. Mawsmai Cave,
  3. Arwah Cave,
  4. Eco Park.
  • Check-in in Cherapunji Hotel
  • Dinner 
Nohkalikai Falls Cherrapunjee
Double Decker Root Bridge trek Nongriat

Day 3

Double Decker Root Bridge Trek (Nongriat)

  • Breakfast
  1. Full-day trek (6–8 hrs round trip): Tyrna → Single Root Bridge → Double Decker Root Bridge.
  2. Optional: Swim in natural pools.
  • Evening return to Cherrapunjee.
  • Dinner 

Day 4

Cherrapunjee To Mawlynnong To Dawki

  • Checkout after breakfast
  • Drive to Mawlynnong (Asia’s cleanest village).
  • Enroute sightseeing :
  1. Explore Living Root Bridge (Riwai).
  2. Sky View Point (views into Bangladesh).
  3. Continue to Dawki / Shnongpdeng.
  4. Sunset boating on Umngot River (crystal clear).
  • Check-in in Dawki Hotel
  • Dinner 
Sunset boating on Umngot River Dawki
6-Day Meghalaya Itinerary

Day 5

Dawki To Krang Suri Falls To Shillong

  • Checkout after breakfast
  • Drive to Shillong
  • Enroute sightseeing :
  1. Krang Suri Falls 
  2. Phe Phe Falls (Note : if time permits.)
  • Check-in in Shillong Hotel by evening.
  • Dinner 

Day 6

Shillong To Guwahati

  • Checkout after breakfast
  • Drive to Guwahati
  • Enroute sightseeing :
  1. Ward’s Lake or
  2. Don Bosco Museum. 
  3. Kamakhya Temple (Note : if time permitting).
  • Drop at airport/railway station.
Ward’s Lake Shillong

Why One Should Visit Meghalaya For 6 Days

  • Breathtaking Waterfalls – Home to Nohkalikai, Seven Sisters, Krang Suri, Phe Phe, and countless hidden cascades.
  • Unique Living Root Bridges – Nowhere else in the world will you find centuries-old bridges grown naturally from tree roots.
  • Crystal-Clear Rivers – The Umngot River in Dawki is so clear, boats look like they are floating in the air.
  • Misty Mountains & Caves – Explore Sohra’s limestone caves, misty valleys, and dramatic cliffs.
  • Cleanest Village in Asia – Mawlynnong showcases sustainable community living and unmatched cleanliness.
  • Vibrant Culture – Experience Khasi and Jaintia traditions, local music, and authentic Meghalayan cuisine.
  • Perfect Weather – Cool, refreshing climate year-round makes it an escape from the plains’ heat.

👉 Tip:


If you want adventure and waterfalls in full force → Visit in June–August.


If you prefer easy travel, outdoor activities, and clear views → Visit in October–April.

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