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Long Weekend Refreshment — Krang Suri · Dawki · Cherrapunji (4 Days)

Built for the long weekend that deserves more than the usual tourist circuit. Start from Shillong with the electric-turquoise pools of Krang Suri in the Jaintia Hills, float over the crystal-clear Umngot at Dawki, stand beneath India's tallest waterfall at Cherrapunji, and wrap up with the best of Shillong — four days that cover all of Meghalaya's greatest hits with zero backtracking.

Places: Shillong, Krang Suri Falls, Nartiang Megaliths, Umngot River Dawki, Shnongpdeng, Mawlynnong, Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Thangkharang, Shillong Peak, Ward's Lake

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Your Itinerary

Day 1Shillong → Krang Suri Falls, Jaintia Hills (Overnight Jowai)

Early Morning 🚗 Pickup from Shillong hotel or central point

Early Morning 🛣️ Drive to Krang Suri

95 km via NH6 toward Jowai, ~2.5 hrs through the Jaintia Hills

Morning 🚶 20-min forest walk from parking to the falls

Morning 🏊 Krang Suri Falls

swim in the electric-turquoise pool; explore the viewpoints; the most dramatic waterfall colour in all of Meghalaya

Midday 🍽️ Lunch

riverside restaurant near Amlarem

Afternoon 🏛️ Nartiang Megaliths

25+ ancient monoliths of the Jaintia kings; tallest menhir in Meghalaya; on the return route

Late Afternoon 🏨 Check in

Jowai guesthouse or Amlarem homestay

Evening: explore Jowai town

a quieter, more local side of Meghalaya rarely seen by tourists

🌙Overnight Jowai / Amlarem

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SUV strongly recommended for the final approach to Krang Suri. Bring a change of clothes for swimming. Entry ₹50 — carry cash.

Day 2Jowai → Dawki (Glass River + Shnongpdeng, Overnight)

Early Morning 🚗 Depart Jowai for Dawki

100 km, ~2.5 hrs via Pynursla

Morning 🚣 Umngot River Boat Ride, Dawki

crystal-clear water with the riverbed visible below; the most photographed river in India

Mid-Morning 📸 Dawki Suspension Bridge + Bangladesh border viewpoint

Mid-Morning 🛣️ Drive to Shnongpdeng

8 km, 15 min

Mid-Morning 🏖️ Shnongpdeng

Dawki's quieter twin; turquoise water, white pebble banks; cliff jumping, kayaking, bamboo rafting available (paid)

Afternoon 🍽️ Lunch at riverside camp

Afternoon 🛣️ Drive to Mawlynnong

27 km, ~45 min

Late Afternoon 🌺 Mawlynnong Village

Asia's Cleanest Village; afternoon light on flower-lined lanes

Late Afternoon 🌿 Riwai Living Root Bridge

short forest walk to a peaceful root bridge

Evening 🏨 Check in

Shillong hotel (80 km from Mawlynnong, ~2 hrs)

🌙Overnight Shillong

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Dawki is clearest Oct–Apr. Arrive before 10 AM for the best glass-water experience.

Day 3Shillong → Cherrapunji Full Waterfall Circuit (Overnight Shillong)

Early Morning 🚗 Depart Shillong for Cherrapunji

Early Morning 🛣️ Drive

54 km via NH206, ~2 hrs on scenic hill road

Morning 🏔️ Mawkdok Dympep Valley

dramatic gorge viewpoint; zipline available ₹500–800

Morning 🌊 Seven Sisters Falls

7 parallel streams from the plateau edge

Morning 💧 Nohkalikai Falls

India's highest plunge waterfall at 335 m; mist rising year-round

Mid-Morning 🪨 Mawsmai Cave

150 m lit limestone cave; grip shoes essential

Mid-Morning 💧 Wei Sawdong Falls

hidden three-tier cascade, fewer tourists

Midday 🍽️ Lunch

Cherrapunji Holiday Resort or Coniferous Resort

Midday 🌄 Thangkharang Park

panoramic view over the Bangladesh plains; Kynrem Falls below

Afternoon 🌊 Dainthlen Falls

dramatic roadside waterfall

Afternoon 🛣️ Return to Shillong

54 km, ~2 hrs

🌙Overnight Shillong

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Mawsmai Cave closed Sundays. Must enter Thangkharang by 15:30. This is the fullest day — 07:00 start is non-negotiable.

Day 4Shillong Highlights (Drop Shillong)

Early Morning 🏔️ Shillong Peak

panoramic sunrise views over the city

Morning 💧 Elephant Falls

quick visit on the way down

Morning 🍽️ Breakfast at Café Shillong or Police Bazaar

Mid-Morning 🌿 Ward's Lake

paddleboating, garden stroll

Mid-Morning 🛍️ Police Bazaar

Khasi handicrafts, local honey, bamboo products, dried Lakadong turmeric

Afternoon 🏁 Drop at Shillong hotel or any central point

🎯 Optional: Skip Shillong Peak and extend Ward's Lake + Police Bazaar time for a relaxed last morning.

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Shillong Peak closed Wednesdays. Ward's Lake closed Tuesdays.

For Better Planning

What You Should Know Before You Go

Closures, best seasons, journey times and what to expect on the road.

What's Included in Your Booking

Choose your tier when booking — each adds more to your experience

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Essential

Base price · Semi-AC

✓Driver + fuel for the full trip

✓Semi-AC cab

✓Pickup & drop as per itinerary

✓Curated route plan

✓Pre-trip WhatsApp planning kit

✓Free reschedule (24h notice)

✓Local driver insider tips

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Premium

+₹700/day · Full AC

Everything in Essential, plus:

✓Full AC guaranteed

✓Tolls & parking included

✓1 water bottle per person per day

✓Tissue box in car

✓Mawkdok Maggi stop (on us)

✓First aid kit (ORS, paracetamol)

✓Phone charger in car

✓Priority WhatsApp — 15 min reply

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Luxury

+₹1,200/day · All-inclusive

Everything in Premium, plus:

✓Unlimited water bottles

✓Wet wipes in car

✓Local guide at key attractions

✓Hotel booking assistance

✓Welcome snack box (local Meghalaya)

✓Travel neck pillow per seat

✓Power bank provided

✓Printed itinerary card

✓Personalised dashboard nameplate

✗ Budget separately — not in any tier

✗Toll & parking — ~₹200–500/trip (waived in Premium & Luxury)

✗Attraction entry tickets — Caves, parks, museums

✗Boat rides — Dawki, Umiam Lake, etc.

✗Meals & personal expenses

✗Local guide fees — Included in Luxury tier

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