Meghalaya Honeymoon: A Romantic Escape - 5 days 4 nights
Romantic Meghalaya for two - charming colonial B&B in Shillong, 2 nights at a tranquil riverside retreat in Cherrapunji, and sunrise boating on India's clearest river. The perfect honeymoon away from the crowds.
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Shillong1 Nights Stay
Day 01
morning
09:00
Pickup from Guwahati Airport
09:30
Drive to Shillong via NH6 (99 km, 2.5-3 hrs). Stop at Umiam Lake - entry ₹50, optional water sports.
afternoon
13:00
Lunch near Umiam (on your own, ₹150-250)
14:00
Arrive at 7BR Charming City-View Retreat. Check in.
15:30
Laitlum Canyons (30 min). 'End of Hills' - 270-degree panoramic views. No entry fee.
evening
17:30
Cafe hopping - Dylan's Cafe, ML05, The Living Roof. ₹400-800 for two.
19:30
Dinner: Trattoria, Ryn San, or The Flare. Pro tip: ATM + fuel up tonight.
Travel to Sohra
Sohra2 Nights Stay
Day 02
morning
07:00
Breakfast (included). Check out.
08:00
Stop at Elephant Falls en route (three-tiered, entry ₹30, 20 min).
09:30
Drive to Cherrapunji via NH-51 (54 km, 1.5-2 hrs).
afternoon
11:00
Nohkalikai Falls - India's tallest plunge waterfall (1,115 ft). Entry ₹20-30.
13:00
Lunch in Sohra - Sky Grill or Halari. ₹200-400.
14:30
Mawsmai Cave - 150m limestone cave. ₹30 entry. Closed Sundays. 30-60 min.
16:00
Seven Sisters Falls viewpoint - free entry.
evening
17:00
Check in at Tranquil Riverside Retreat. Home-cooked Khasi dinner.
Day 03
morning
07:00
Breakfast at the property.
08:00
Wei Sawdong Falls - three-tiered, ~1,200 steps on bamboo ladders. NOT suitable for seniors/young children. Allow 2 hours.
10:30
Mawkdok Valley Zipline - small (1,089 ft, ₹400) or big (2,600 ft, ₹800).
afternoon
12:00
CHOOSE: Option A (TREK) - Double Decker Root Bridge (5-7 hrs, 3,500 steps, ~₹50, guide included). Option B - Garden of Caves + Thangkharang Park.
evening
18:00
Home-cooked Khasi dinner. Pack for Mawlynnong and Dawki tomorrow.
Travel to Dawki
Dawki1 Nights Stay
Day 04
morning
07:00
Breakfast. Check out.
08:00
Drive to Mawlynnong - Asia's cleanest village (81 km, ~2 hrs). Sky View tower (85 ft), Balancing Rock, Riwai Root Bridge (easy 10-min walk), Church of Epiphany. 1.5-2 hours.
10:30
Lunch at village eatery (₹100-200, cash only).
afternoon
11:30
Drive to Dawki / Shnongpdeng (~80 km, 2 hrs). Crystal-clear Umngot River.
14:00
Check in at A Hidden Gem With Soulful Khasi Hospitality. Peaceful riverside location.
15:00
Shnongpdeng activities: cliff jumping (₹500), kayaking (₹500), snorkeling (₹500), scuba (₹2,500-3,500).
evening
17:00
Check in at A Hidden Gem With Soulful Khasi Hospitality
18:00
Shnongpdeng riverside sunset. Optional: cliff jumping (₹500), kayaking (₹500), scuba (₹2,500-3,500).
20:00
Dinner. Early night for morning boating.
Travel to Guwahati
Flight Departure
Where You'll Stay
1N in Shillong
7BR Charming City-View Retreat, 1km from Bazaar or similar
Shillong, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · View stay
ROOM DETAILS:
WiFi
Hot Water
Breakfast
7 Rooms
Central Location
4.3/5
Guest Rating
2N in Cherrapunji
Tranquil Riverside Retreat with Mountain Views or similar
Cherrapunji (Sohra), Meghalaya · View stay
ROOM DETAILS:
Riverside
Mountain Views
Hot Water
Peaceful
3.8/5
Guest Rating
ROOM DETAILS:
Hot Water
Parking
Riverside
Peaceful
4.8/5
Guest Rating
What's Included
Inclusions
4 nights accommodation at handpicked homestays
Daily breakfast at each property
Airport pickup and drop-off (Guwahati Airport)
All inter-city transfers in private vehicle
Umngot River boating at Dawki
All parking, toll, and permit charges
24/7 WhatsApp support during the trip
Bonfire evening at Cherrapunji (weather permitting)
Exclusions
Flights to/from Guwahati
Lunch and dinner (₹200–500 per meal)
Entry fees at tourist spots (₹10–100 each)
Personal expenses, tips, and shopping
Travel insurance
Optional couples activities (kayaking ₹500 per person)
Trip Overview
A romantic 5-day Meghalaya honeymoon designed for couples. 1 night at the charming Cafe Shillong B&B (colonial-era, 1 km from Police Bazaar), 2 nights at Clouded Leo Inn in Cherrapunji (tranquil riverside with mountain views), and a hidden gem riverside stay in Dawki. Fewer group activities, more private moments - sunset viewpoints, cafe dates, bonfire evenings, and the famous transparent river boating at dawn.
Travel Tips
BEST TIME: October–May. Best river clarity at Dawki: November–March.
GETTING THERE: Fly to Guwahati (GAU). Delhi 2.5hrs, Kolkata 1hr, Bangalore 3.5hrs.
WHAT TO PACK: Layered clothing, rain jacket, trekking shoes, power bank, ₹5,000–8,000 cash (UPI only works in Shillong).
FOOD: Jadoh, Dohneiiong, Tungrymbai, Dohkhlieh. Shillong: Dylan's Café, Trattoria. Cherrapunji: Sky Grill, Halari. Dawki: village eateries only.
MOBILE: Jio/Airtel in Shillong. Patchy in Cherrapunji, minimal in Dawki. Download offline maps.
₹ 19,999
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if booked separately₹ 19,999 per room
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Trip Overview
A romantic 5-day Meghalaya honeymoon designed for couples. 1 night at the charming Cafe Shillong B&B (colonial-era, 1 km from Police Bazaar), 2 nights at Clouded Leo Inn in Cherrapunji (tranquil riverside with mountain views), and a hidden gem riverside stay in Dawki. Fewer group activities, more private moments - sunset viewpoints, cafe dates, bonfire evenings, and the famous transparent river boating at dawn.
Travel Tips
BEST TIME: October–May. Best river clarity at Dawki: November–March.
GETTING THERE: Fly to Guwahati (GAU). Delhi 2.5hrs, Kolkata 1hr, Bangalore 3.5hrs.
WHAT TO PACK: Layered clothing, rain jacket, trekking shoes, power bank, ₹5,000–8,000 cash (UPI only works in Shillong).
FOOD: Jadoh, Dohneiiong, Tungrymbai, Dohkhlieh. Shillong: Dylan's Café, Trattoria. Cherrapunji: Sky Grill, Halari. Dawki: village eateries only.
MOBILE: Jio/Airtel in Shillong. Patchy in Cherrapunji, minimal in Dawki. Download offline maps.