Meghalaya Honeymoon: A Romantic Escape from Kolkata - 5 days 4 nights
Romantic Meghalaya from Kolkata for two - luxury suites with views, bonfire under the stars in Cherrapunji, and sunrise boating on India's clearest river. The perfect honeymoon away from the crowds.
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Shillong2 Nights Stay
Day 01
morning
09:00
Pickup from Guwahati Airport
09:30
Drive to Shillong via NH6 (99 km, 2.5–3 hrs)
afternoon
12:00
Stop at Umiam Lake (Barapani) - photo stop, optional water sports. Entry ₹50.
13:00
Lunch near Umiam (on your own, ₹150–250)
15:00
Arrive at Lawei Luxury Suites. Check in.
evening
17:00
Walk through Police Bazaar - street food, momos, Jadoh stalls
19:30
Dinner on your own. Try Trattoria or Dylan's Café.
Day 02
morning
07:00
Breakfast (included)
08:30
Laitlum Canyons - 270° panoramic views, 'End of Hills.' No entry fee. Best before 10 AM fog.
afternoon
12:00
Don Bosco Museum - 7-storey tribal heritage, 18 galleries. ₹100 entry. 2–3 hours.
14:30
Lunch on your own
15:30
Ward's Lake - serene stroll, ₹10 entry.
evening
17:00
Café hopping - Dylan's Café, ML05, The Living Roof Café. ₹400–800 for two.
20:00
Dinner on your own. Download offline maps tonight.
Travel to Sohra
Sohra1 Nights Stay
Day 03
morning
07:00
Breakfast. Check out.
08:30
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). No entry fee.
13:00
Lunch in Sohra - Sky Grill or Halari. ₹200–400.
14:30
Mawsmai Cave - 150m limestone cave with stalactites. ₹30 entry. 30–60 min.
15:30
Wei Sawdong Falls - hidden three-tiered waterfall. Steep descent ~1,200 steps (30–40 min down, 45 min up). Far fewer tourists than Nohkalikai. No entry fee. Allow 2 hours.
17:30
Seven Sisters Falls viewpoint - free entry
evening
18:00
Check in at Phila Homestay
19:00
Dinner at the property
Travel to Dawki
Dawki1 Nights Stay
Day 04
morning
06:30
Early breakfast. Check out. Drive to Tyrna village (30 min).
07:30
Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge - 3,500 steps, 5–7 hrs round trip. Guide included. Bamboo cane ₹20.
afternoon
12:30
Drive to Mawlynnong - Asia's cleanest village. Sky View tower (85 ft), Balancing Rock, Riwai Root Bridge. 1.5–2 hrs.
14:30
Lunch at village eatery (₹100–200, cash only)
15:30
Drive to Dawki / Shnongpdeng (~80 km, 2 hrs). Crystal-clear Umngot River.
evening
17:00
Check in at Tympang Chalet
18:00
Shnongpdeng riverside sunset
20:00
Dinner. Early night for morning boating.
Travel to Guwahati
Flight Departure
Where You'll Stay
2N in Shillong
New Luxury Suites Perfect for Calm Escapes or similar
Mawlai-Mawïong, near Shillong, Meghalaya · View stay
ROOM DETAILS:
WiFi
Hot Water
Breakfast
Amazing Views
Quiet & Calm
4.9/5
Guest Rating
1N in Cherrapunji
Cherrapunji Hillside Stay With Warmest Local Hosts or similar
Cherrapunji (Sohra), Meghalaya · View stay
ROOM DETAILS:
WiFi
Hot Water
Bonfire
Heater
Mystical Hills Setting
5/5
Guest Rating
ROOM DETAILS:
Hot Water
Parking
Riverside
Peaceful
4.9/5
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 ₹300–500 per person)
Trip Overview
A romantic 5-day Meghalaya honeymoon designed for couples. Cozy luxury suites in Shillong (4.9★), intimate bonfire evenings at Phila Homestay in Cherrapunji (5.0★), and a hidden gem riverside stay in Dawki. Fewer group activities, more private moments - sunset viewpoints, café dates, and the famous transparent river boating at dawn.
Travel Tips
HOW TO REACH FROM KOLKATA
1 hour direct (IndiGo, SpiceJet - ₹2,500–4,500). The closest major city to Guwahati.
Kolkata is the most convenient gateway - just 1 hour flight. You can even take an overnight train (Kamrup Express, 18 hrs) for a budget option.
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.
₹ 16,999
₹ 22,099
if booked separately₹ 16,999 per room
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Guests
2 guests (1 room)
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Trip Overview
A romantic 5-day Meghalaya honeymoon designed for couples. Cozy luxury suites in Shillong (4.9★), intimate bonfire evenings at Phila Homestay in Cherrapunji (5.0★), and a hidden gem riverside stay in Dawki. Fewer group activities, more private moments - sunset viewpoints, café dates, and the famous transparent river boating at dawn.
Travel Tips
HOW TO REACH FROM KOLKATA
1 hour direct (IndiGo, SpiceJet - ₹2,500–4,500). The closest major city to Guwahati.
Kolkata is the most convenient gateway - just 1 hour flight. You can even take an overnight train (Kamrup Express, 18 hrs) for a budget option.
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.
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