Overview
Shillong is one of the most picturesque hill station in Meghalaya, The city is also known as the "Scotland of the East". The city is located at the height of 4,908 feet above sea level, with the highest point being Shillong Peak, which is located at the height of 6,449 feet.
Kaziranga National Park is one of the most popular national park in Assam, located in in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam. A UNESCO World Heritage site is famed for being the last undisturbed habitat of great one-horned rhinoceroses. The national park is also home to the rare swamp deer and over 70% of the world’s wild buffalo populations. It also sustains over a thousand wild elephant and 450 species of birds. The sanctuary is spread over 480 square kilometre.
Guwahati is the biggest city in the North East, defined by the gorgeous river of Brahmaputra. The city sprawls along the curve of the river. It is located on the foothills of the Shillong plateau. It is the capital of Assam.
The package of ‘Shillong Tour’, will give you the chance to explore the most the amazing wildlife of the Kaziranga National park along with stunning beauty of Shillong city and you will also explore the wettest place of India Cherapunjee. Along with that major attractions of Guwahati as well. The duration of the tour is 06 nights and 07 days.
Itinerary
Day 01:Guwahati - Shillong(By Road - 122 kms)
Upon arrival at Guwahati airport, meet and assist by our representative & transfer to Shillong,
Shillong is also known as the 'Scotland of the East", which is located at the distance of about 100 kms by road. En-route visit Umiam Lake, a marvellous serene lake which is located at Just 15km north of Shillong, on the Shillong-Guwahati highway, it is a manmade lake.
On arrival at Shillong, check in at your hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. In evening visit the markets in the Mall.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: SHILLONG - CHERAPUNJEE - SHILLONG(Excursion Tour)
After breakfast, proceed to Cherrapunjee , which is located at the distance of about 60 kms away from Shillong. Chirapunji is known as the wettest place of India. Visit the beautiful waterfall-Nohkalikai which is one of the most popular attraction of cherrapunji. You can also explore some of the caves in and around Cherrapunjee.
In evening return to Shillong, on arrival visit Elephanta falls and Shillong peak for some panoramic views. Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Shillong
Post breakfast, proceed for to visit Don Bosco Monument, Botanical Garden, Ward’s Lake and Lady Hydri Park. Evening free at leisure or you can explore the nearby locations and markets as per your choice. Stay overnight at your hotel in Shillong.
Day 04: Shillong - Kaziranga National Park(By Road - 254 kms)
Morning after breakfast drive to Kaziranga National Park, which is located at the distance of about 280 kilometres, and it is the home of the greater one-horned rhinoceros.
Upon arrival at Kaziranga, Check in at your pre booked hotel/Lodge/resort. Rest day is free for leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Kaziranga National Park (Elephant and Jeep Safari)
Today early morning, proceed to explore the. Eastern zone of Kaziranga National Park Enjoy the national park to seating on back of elephant. Apart from the Rhino, it is also the home of some other species such as swamp deer, wild buffalo, hog deer and elephants. There are a number of water bodies inside the Park. You may spot the tigers as well.
After visit, return to the resort for breakfast. Afternoon, proceed for jeep safari through the Central Zone of the National Park. Evening come back to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Kaziranga - Guwahati(By Road - 194 kms)
Post breakfast, drive to Guwahati. Which is located at the distance of about 130 kilometres from Shillong. On route visit Ward’s Lake, Lady Hydrae Park and Cathedral Church. Upon arrival at Guwahati. Check in at hotel. Evening visit 'Kalakshetra', it is the unique place where, you can understand the Assamese history and culture, which presents through Light and sound show. Return to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Guwahati
After breakfast, proceed visit TirupatiBalaji Temple, Kamakhya Temple, Assam State Museum and Navagraha Temple. Post lunch, visit some of the other major attractions such as State Zoo cum Botanical Garden, Regional Science Centre and Sukreswar Temple ,it is one of the renowned temple devoted to Shiva, it is 6th Jyotirlinga.