Meghalaya Tour Packages
Customized Meghalaya trips planned around your dates, interests and travel style.
- Type
- State, Northeast India
- Ideal trip
- 5–6 days
- Best months
- Oct–Apr
- Places we cover
- 14 destinations
Why visit Meghalaya
Meghalaya at a glance
Quick answers from our Meghalaya travel guide, which covers each topic in detail.
What is Meghalaya known for?
Meghalaya is known for living root bridges grown from rubber-tree roots, the waterfalls and caves around Cherrapunji (Sohra), Mawlynnong village, the glass-clear Umngot river at Dawki, and the hill capital Shillong.
Things to do in Meghalaya
- Double-decker root bridge at Nongriat
- Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters falls at Cherrapunji
- Boat on the Umngot river at Dawki
- Mawlynnong village walk
- Umiam Lake and Laitlum Canyons near Shillong
How many days are enough?
Six days covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, a root-bridge walk, Mawlynnong and Dawki, starting and ending in Guwahati.
Best time to visit Meghalaya
October to April. Late October to early December is the sweet spot: waterfalls are still full after the monsoon and skies are clear.
Month-by-month detail in the guideHow to reach Meghalaya
Fly into Guwahati in Assam, then drive about 3 hours (100 km) to Shillong. Shillong's Umroi airport has limited flights, and there is no railway in Meghalaya.
How much does it cost?
Our Meghalaya guide estimates six days at about ₹18,000 on a budget, ₹32,000 mid-range and ₹65,000 for luxury, including a private taxi.
Suggested itineraries
Popular Meghalaya routes
Starting points we adapt to your dates and pace. Each stop links to our detailed guide.
5–6 days
Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong & Dawki
The standard Meghalaya loop from Guwahati, with a night near the root bridges.
Package duration
How long is your Meghalaya trip?
Pick a length to start with. We plan the route to match it.
3 Days
A short break: one base and the highlights nearby.
5 Days
Two or three places, without rushing between them.
7 Days
The classic circuit, with a slower day built in.
10+ Days
Add off-beat stops, longer stays and slower travel.
Popular places
Best places to visit in Meghalaya
Mix and match from 14 Meghalaya destinations we have detailed guides for. Tell us which ones interest you.
Shillong
Rolling misty hills that earned it 'Scotland of the East,' a deep-rooted rock-music culture, and the essential gateway to the rest of Meghalaya.
Cherrapunji
One of the wettest places on Earth, wrapped around a dramatic gorge landscape of thundering waterfalls and limestone caves.
Dawki
Water so transparent that boats appear to float in mid-air — one of India's most photographed rivers, right on the Bangladesh border.
Mawlynnong Guide
A village that has kept itself spotless for two decades through community habit alone, with a living root bridge and a bamboo tower looking toward Bangladesh.
Nongriat Trek Guide
A bridge grown from living tree roots over generations, and a demanding 3,500-step descent through the forest to reach it.
Laitlum Canyons Guide
Sweeping views over a deep gorge and distant villages — one of the easiest, most rewarding sunset viewpoints near Shillong.
Experiences
Things to do in Meghalaya
Activities, sights and local experiences, grouped by destination, to help you decide what to include.
Adventure
Adventure in Meghalaya
Activity guides with seasons, difficulty and safety, to plan the active part of the trip.
Heritage and culture
Heritage of Meghalaya
Monuments, UNESCO sites, crafts and routes, with seasons and how to plan the visit.
Hill stations
Hill stations in Meghalaya
Hill towns, seasons, snow and routes, with realistic drives and where to stay.
Nature travel
Nature in Meghalaya
Forests, waterfalls, lakes and valleys, with the seasons that suit them.
Road trips
Road trips in Meghalaya
Routes, driving times, overnight stops and the seasons to go.
Is Meghalaya suitable for families?
Yes, with planning. Shillong, Cherrapunji viewpoints and Dawki are easy. The Nongriat double-decker root bridge involves around 3,500 steps each way.
Explore family holidaysIs Meghalaya good for a honeymoon?
Yes, for couples who like nature over resorts: misty Cherrapunji stays and boating at Dawki are the highlights.
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Meghalaya trip FAQs
What is Meghalaya known for?
Meghalaya is known for living root bridges grown from rubber-tree roots, the waterfalls and caves around Cherrapunji (Sohra), Mawlynnong village, the glass-clear Umngot river at Dawki, and the hill capital Shillong.
How many days are enough for Meghalaya?
Six days covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, a root-bridge walk, Mawlynnong and Dawki, starting and ending in Guwahati.
What is the best time to visit Meghalaya?
October to April. Late October to early December is the sweet spot: waterfalls are still full after the monsoon and skies are clear.
How do you reach Meghalaya?
Fly into Guwahati in Assam, then drive about 3 hours (100 km) to Shillong. Shillong's Umroi airport has limited flights, and there is no railway in Meghalaya.
How much does a Meghalaya trip cost?
Our Meghalaya guide estimates six days at about ₹18,000 on a budget, ₹32,000 mid-range and ₹65,000 for luxury, including a private taxi.
Is Meghalaya good for a family holiday?
Yes, with planning. Shillong, Cherrapunji viewpoints and Dawki are easy. The Nongriat double-decker root bridge involves around 3,500 steps each way.
Is Meghalaya good for a honeymoon?
Yes, for couples who like nature over resorts: misty Cherrapunji stays and boating at Dawki are the highlights.
Do you need a permit for Meghalaya?
No Inner Line Permit is needed for Indian citizens.
How does Kudozz Club plan a Meghalaya trip?
You share your dates, budget range and interests through the enquiry form. Our in-house team builds a day-by-day Meghalaya itinerary around that and discusses it with you by email. Nothing is a fixed package.
Can I change the route or duration?
Yes. Add or drop places, extend the trip, change the pace or combine it with a neighbouring state. The routes on this page are starting points, not fixed departures.
Why don't you show package prices?
Because the price depends on your dates, hotel category, group size and how you travel between places. Rather than advertise a 'starting from' price that changes later, we quote for your actual trip.
Plan your Meghalaya trip with us
Tell us your dates, who's travelling and roughly what you want to spend. We'll shape the route around it.
Pricing is quoted for your specific trip. We don’t publish fixed package prices. Comparing agencies first? Here is what to check before you pay any travel agency.