About this North East Tour
The full Assam-plus-Meghalaya experience
A complete tour of the North-East's two most popular states. Start in Guwahati with the Kamakhya temple and a Brahmaputra cruise, go on safari at Kaziranga, then cross into Meghalaya for Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Mawlynnong.
Temples, rhinos, waterfalls, root bridges and a crystal-clear river - a rich, well-rounded nine days.
Trip Highlights
Temples, rhinos, waterfalls and villages
Kamakhya temple & Brahmaputra cruise
Rhino safaris at Kaziranga
Cherrapunji waterfalls & caves
The crystal Umngot river at Dawki
Asia's cleanest village Mawlynnong
Two states, one seamless trip
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Nine days across Assam and Meghalaya
- Arrive at Guwahati; visit the Kamakhya temple.
- Evening Brahmaputra river sunset cruise.
- Drive to Kaziranga National Park.
- Evening at leisure near the park; safari briefing.
- Dawn elephant-back safari for rhinos.
- Afternoon jeep safari across the grasslands.
- Long, scenic drive to Shillong via Guwahati.
- Evening at Police Bazaar.
- Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls and Ward's Lake.
- Don Bosco Museum and the Cathedral.
- Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters falls, Mawsmai Cave.
- Eco Park and Thangkharang.
- Umngot river boating at Dawki.
- Mawlynnong village and the Riwai root bridge.
- Drive to Guwahati.
- Last-minute shopping for Assam silk and Khasi crafts.
- Transfer to Guwahati airport for your onward flight.
- Two states beautifully explored.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers (Guwahati/Shillong)
- 8 nights hotel/homestay stay (Assam & Meghalaya)
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Air/train fare to Guwahati
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Boat rides, entry tickets & activity charges
- Camera fees & optional experiences
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Rain-forest holiday essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Best Time: October–May is ideal, with clear skies and pleasant weather. June–September is the monsoon — Cherrapunji and Mawsynram are the wettest places on earth — when waterfalls are at their fullest but rain is heavy.
How to Reach: Fly into Guwahati (Assam), the gateway to the North East; Shillong is about a 3-hour scenic drive. Shillong also has a small airport at Umroi. We handle all transfers.
Weather: Carry rain protection year-round — showers can pop up even outside the monsoon. Mornings are best for boating and waterfalls before clouds build.
Money & Network: ATMs are reliable in Shillong and Guwahati; carry cash for villages, boats and entry fees. Mobile network is patchy in remote valleys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
It combines Assam's highlights - the Kamakhya temple and Brahmaputra cruise in Guwahati, and rhino safaris at Kaziranga - with Meghalaya's Shillong, Cherrapunji waterfalls, the crystal Umngot river at Dawki and Mawlynnong village. Two states in one trip.
Yes - the package includes a night or two at Kaziranga with an elephant-back safari and a jeep safari, plus all park permits and bookings. Kaziranga is open roughly November to April.
Kamakhya, on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, is one of India's most important Shakti Peethas and a major pilgrimage site. We include a visit; note darshan queues can be long on busy days.
There are a few longer drives (Guwahati-Kaziranga, Kaziranga-Shillong), as North-East distances are significant. We plan realistic timings, start early, and break the journeys with stops.
No special travel permit is needed for Assam or Meghalaya - just a photo ID. Kaziranga's park and safari permits are arranged by us. (Only Arunachal Pradesh needs an Inner Line Permit, which is not part of this tour.)
November to April, when Kaziranga is open, Meghalaya's weather is clear, and the Dawki river is at its clearest. The monsoon closes Kaziranga and brings very heavy rain to Meghalaya.
Yes - the mix of safaris, temples, waterfalls and boat rides suits all ages, and the pace is comfortable. We can adjust the longer drives and add rest for seniors.
Yes - popular extensions include Tawang/Dirang in Arunachal or the river island of Majuli. We offer dedicated grand North-East combos; tell us your total days and we will tailor it.
