Mawphlang Sacred Forest: An ancient, protected forest preserved by local Khasi traditions where nothing—not even a single leaf—is permitted to be removed from the woods
3,500-Step Living Root Bridge Trek: Descend deep into the rainiest jungle on Earth to witness the iconic double-decker bio-engineered bridge made of living rubber tree roots
Krang Suri's Turquoise Pools: Located in Jowai, Krang Suri features intensely bright, natural turquoise waters flowing over a limestone curtain cascade
Wei Sawdong's Three Tiers: A secluded, stepped waterfall tucked away in the Sohra forests with emerald-green plunge pools
Ancient Prehistoric Fossils: Walk through Arwah Cave to view millions-of-years-old crustacean and fish fossils clearly embedded in the limestone walls
An immersive week-long itinerary covering the cultural heart of Shillong, the waterfall kingdom of Cherrapunji, the ancient Nongriat living root bridges, and the tranquil turquoise waters of Jowai in the Jaintia Hills
Day 1: Arrival in Shillong & Local Sightseeing
Highlights: Arrive in Shillong and check into your hotel
Overnight: Shillong
Day 2: Shillong Scenic Highlights
Highlights: Panoramic canyon views at Laitlum Canyons, city views from Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Air Force Museum (optional), and the ancient, untouched Mawphlang Sacred Forest
Overnight: Shillong
Day 3: Shillong to Cherrapunji (Sohra)
Drive: ~55 km | 2–2.5 Hours
Highlights: Stop at Mawkdok Dympep Viewpoint
Overnight: Cherrapunji
Day 4: Hidden Gems of Cherrapunji
Highlights: Discover Dainthlen Falls, Garden of Caves, Wah-Kaba Falls, Khoh Ramhah (Mottrop Rock), Thangkharang Park, Bangladesh Border Viewpoint, and Wei Sawdong Falls (weather/fitness permitting)
Overnight: Cherrapunji
Day 5: Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek
Highlights: Drive to Tyrna Village and trek down ~3,500 steps through dense jungle and suspension bridges to Nongriat
Overnight: Cherrapunji
Day 6: Cherrapunji to Jowai (Jaintia Hills)
Drive: ~95 km | 3–4 Hours
Highlights: Cross into the Jaintia Hills to explore Krang Suri Waterfall, Phe Phe Falls (subject to accessibility), Jowai Town, and Thadlaskein Lake
Overnight: Jowai
Day 7: Jowai to Shillong Drop
Drive: ~65 km | 2–2.5 Hours
Highlights: Morning drive back to Shillong with stops at local viewpoints and drop-off at your preferred location
Accommodation
Buffet breakfast
Well-spoken and knowledgeable driver
All toll and parking charges with fuel
Driver allowance
24/7 Human assistance
Ground assistance
Sedan vehicle for all local transfers
Lunch
Dinner
Any meals while traveling overnight or during sightseeing
Shillong (Days 1 & 2): Capital city in the East Khasi Hills
Cherrapunji / Sohra (Days 3, 4 & 5): Located ~55 km south of Shillong on a dramatic plateau edge
Tyrna & Nongriat Village (Day 5): Tyrna is ~20 km from Cherrapunji town
Jowai (Day 6): The district headquarters of the West Jaintia Hills, situated ~95 km east of Cherrapunji
Chat Now