Stunning North

You will be taken to the Shillong hotel upon arrival at Guwahati airport / train station. Visit Umium Lake on way. Shillong was the state of Meghalaya's first capital. The city, which is nestled among undulating pine-covered hills, enjoys a warmer temperature than tropical India. The city centre is 1496m above sea level and has a population of around 270,000 people. It is also known as the Scotland of the East due to its many waterfalls. The British heritage is still obvious in the population's architecture and dietary habits. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight in a Shillong hotel.

Today, we drive to Cherrapunjee. Visit Shillong Peak and Elephant Falls on way. Cherrapunji in Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on Earth and the only location in India where it rains all year. Cherrapunjiis located in the East Khasi Hills, approximately 50 kilometres southwest of Shillong, the state capital. Cherrapunji, often spelled Sohra or Churra, translates as 'the orange land'. Cherrapunji's cliffs also provide breathtaking views over Bangladesh's plains. Later in the day, explore Seven Sister Falls, Nahkhalikai Falls, Mwasmai Cave, and the eco-park at Koh Ram Hoh. Overnight in Cherrapunjee. (B)

Today, visit Myallynnong Village and Dawki (Indo-Bangladesh Border). Mawlynnong Hamlet, located in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills and also known as 'God's own paradise,' was named the Cleanest village in Asia in 2003. The hamlet, which is well-known for its cleanliness, is around 90 kilometres from Shillong and is a community-based ecotourism venture. Later in the day, pay a visit to the Dawki border. Return to Shillong in the evening. Overnight in a Shillong hotel. (B)

Today, make your way to Kaziranga. Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned for its Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros. Kaziranga is characterised by dense woodland, towering elephant grass, rough reeds, marshes, and tiny lakes. Kaziranga is also home to a sizable population of Tigers and a breeding population of Elephants, Wild Water Buffalo, and Swamp Deer. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight in a Kaziranga hotel. (B)

Today, early in the morning, experience an elephant ride in the park, followed by a Jeep safari around the park's core area. Overnight in a Kaziranga hotel. (B)

Today continue to Guwahati. Guwahati, the entrance to the northeast and the region's largest and most cosmopolitan city, serves as the beginning point for the majority of Northeast itineraries. Although it is a somewhat featureless city — a prosaic jumble of glass and concrete for the most part – there are a few fascinating temples to visit. However, a stroll through its back lanes and ancient districts reveals an abundance of local flavour that survives among the suburban sprawl of ponds, palm trees, modest single-story traditional dwellings, and old colonial-era palaces. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight in a Guwahati hotel. (B)

Today, pay a visit to the Kamakhya temple, which is devoted to the goddess Kamakhya, a manifestation of Sati. According to the Shiva Purana, Sati's yoni or creative organ landed on Nilachal hill when Vishnu chopped her dead corpse into 51 pieces with his suddarshan chakra in order to rescue the universe from Shiva's tandavanrittya or dance of destruction. Additionally, visit the Navagraha temple, the Umananda temple, the Balaji temple, and the state zoo. Overnight in a Guwahati hotel. (B)

This morning, you will be taken to Guwahati airport / railway station in order to catch a flight or train return to your home or next destination. (B)