Meghalaya – Christmas-week Walking Holiday

Description

Upcoming Trips: 24th to 31st Dec 2026

Awe-inspiring bio-engineering of living roots bridges and machans, stunning vistas and waterfalls, alluring bio-diversity, adventure, warm people and their unique culture and more. Meghalaya, the land of superlatives, beckons – you can find in this tiny North-Eastern state, the tallest single-drop waterfall in India, the two rainiest places in the world, the cleanest village in Asia, the longest cave system in India and so on.

In this meticulously curated Meghalaya trek package one gets to see a few popular sights, trek through quaint, offbeat locations and also indulge in some adventure activities. Our trip starts with a visit to the Pynursla region which is home to some of the best living-root bridges in Meghalaya. During the two days we spend in this region, we shall trek through idyllic villages , cross several living roots bridges and trek to Shnongpdeng, a picture-postcard village by the crystal-clear waters of river Umgnot.

We also cover Cherrapunjee region where we trek through lovely forests to visit a couple of amazing waterfalls, and do spelunking. What’s more! Enjoy Christmas festivities at Shillong on Christmas eve and Christmas Day.

Itinerary

• 24 DecYour City - Guwahati - Shillong | Festive Flavours of Shillong

  Reach Guwahati before noon. Drive to Shillong (3 hours). Stroll through Police Bazar and nearby areas and soak in the festive atmosphere. Enjoy a Christmas-eve barbeque at the homestay.

• 25 DecShillong - Mawphlang - Shillong | Sightseeing & Christmas Celebrations

  Embark on a scenic journey to Mawphlang, a captivating village situated approximately 30 km from Shillong. Stop for breakfast en route. At Mawphlang, go on a guided tour of the Mawphlang sacred grove, where you will gain insight into the Khasis’ profound reverence for nature, and how forest protection is deeply ingrained in their culture. After lunch, proceed to Don Bosco Museum, a well-maintained museum that gives you an insight into the unique cultures of the north-east. In the evening, immerse yourselves in the vibrant Christmas celebrations. Conclude the day with a delightful dinner in the comfort of Aerodene Cottage.

• 26 DecShillong - Mawrynkhang - Langkawet | Adventurous Bamboo Trail

  Check out from your resort in Shillong after breakfast. Your adventure in Meghalaya begins! The starting point of the super-exciting bamboo trail is about a 2-hour drive from Shillong. The trek should take about 5 to 6 hours (to and fro). After the trek, proceed to Langkawet, a picturesque village near Pynursla town. This will be your home for the next 3 nights.

  Overnight in a quaint village resort

• 27 DecLangkawet - Shnongpdeng - Langkawet | Boats, Blue Waters & Bliss

  Drive to Shnongpdeng (about 2hours). Have lunch at Shnongpdeng and relax by the crystal clear waters of Umgnot river (also known as Dawki river). Indulge in some boating and adventure activities. Return to Langkawet at around 6 pm.

  Overnight in a quaint village resort

• 28 DecLangkawet - Mawkyrnot - Langkawet | Root Bridges & Waterfalls

  After breakfast, set off to Mawkyrnot, a village about 30 min away from Langkawet. Explore some of the amazing root bridges there, including the longest one in the world (3 hours hike, to and fro). After a typical, simple lunch near Pynursla, set off for Byrdaw, an amazing waterfall in a quiet spot near Pomshutia village. Return to Langkawet at around 6 pm.

  Overnight in a quaint village resort

   

• 29 DecLangkawet - Cherrapunjee | Turquoise Trails of Cherrapunjee

  Check out from Langkawet and drive to Cherrapunjee (1.5 hours). The day’s highlight is a hike to the head of Nohkalikai waterfall, the tallest single-drop waterfall in India. The turquoise waters in the rock pools and the rock formations you will see on the trail are truly out-of-the-world! Visit the Nohkalikai viewpoint in the afternoon.

  Check into a picturesque resort in Mawmluh, a village near Cherrapunjee

• 30 DecCherrapunjee | Adventure Below the Earth

  Yet another exciting adventure awaits! Do a 5 km hike through an unlit cave system in Mawmluh village.

  Alternative activity : those who do not want to do spelunking can explore a couple of interesting waterfalls in Cherrapunjee.

  Overnight in the same resort in Mawmluh.

• 31 DecCherrapunjee - Guwahati

  Check out after an early breakfast and embark on the 5-hour drive to Guwahati. Your awesome Meghalaya Christmas adventure comes to an end at Guwahati airport.

Inclusions

• 7 nights stay in comfortable quaint resorts.
• Breakfast on all days. Picnic lunch on one day.
• Ground transport on all days – Guwahati airport to Guwahati airport by Tempo Traveler
• Tolls and parking charges
• English-speaking Meghalayan guide
• Entry fee at all trekking and sightseeing spots

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