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Shillong Tour Packages

The capital of Meghalaya ‘Abode of Clouds. Shillong is a beautiful hill station in North East India. Settled at an altitude up to 4908 ft., amid lush green Khasi hills, the enchanting town is blessed with nature, adventure and other excitements. shillong tour packages cover exploring numerous waterfalls, mountain peaks, crystal-clear lakes, sprawling golf courses, museums, and more.

Favored by honeymooners and travelers from across the globe, Shillong is a blissful getaway from the hustle-bustle of cities enjoying the languid pleasures of a small town. The tourist attractions in Shillong that you must cover on your tour include Shillong Peak, Ward's Lake, Umiam Lake, Lady Hydari Peak, Don Bosco Museum, Meghalaya State Museum, etc. The scenic waterfalls Nohsngithiang Falls, the highest waterfall in India and Elephant Falls are a true wonder of nature. David Scott Trail, the scenic and exciting trail is amazing way to explore the bliss of north east. Trekking, boating, hiking, relaxing strolls are some of the things to do in Shillong.

Plan day trips for other beautiful corners of Meghalaya, Cherrapunji, Mawsynram, the living roots bridges and many more. Our collection of shillong holiday packages is amazingly planned for those who are looking for romantic honeymoon or a family outing.

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waterfalls of Cherrapunji

Guwahati Shillong Tour

4 N / 5 D

Guwahati - Shillong - Cherrapunji

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In Shillong tour, visit the Elephanta Falls and the Shillong Peak
Visit the Seven Sisters Falls in Cherapunjee
Visit the famous Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati
Step foot on the living roots bridge

Days	Schedule	Hotel	Room Category	Meals
1	Guwahati – Shillong	Lady Bird	Executive	N/A
2	Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Shillong	Lady Bird	Executive	Breakfast
3	Shillong – Mawlynnong – Shillong	Lady Bird	Executive	Breakfast
4	Shillong – Guwahati	Cygnett Inn	superior	Breakfast
5	Leave Guwahati

Note: Gala dinner charge is applicable on direct payment basis if arranged.

Breakfast

All transfer and sightseeing by AC Dzire/ Similar for 02 persons. For 04 & above we will provide AC Innova with all India Tourist permit

living root bridge

Delightful Meghalaya Tour

5 N / 6 D

Guwahati - Shillong - Cherrapunji - Guwahati

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Assam View

Wonders of Assam & Meghalaya

8 N / 9 D

Dibrugarh - Tinsukia - Guijan - Kaziranga - Shillong - Cherrapunji - Guwahati

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Elephant safari

Blissful Meghalaya with Kaziranga

6 N / 7 D

Guwahati - Kaziranga - Shillong - Cherrapunjee - Mawlynnong - Guwahati

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Waterfall in cherapunji

Captivating Guwahati Shillong Tour

6 N / 7 D

Guwahati - Cherrapunji - Shillong

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Majuli View

Assam Meghalaya Tour

13 N / 14 D

Guwahati - Shillong - Cherrapunji - Kaziranga - Touphema - Kohima - Jorhat - Majuli - Guwahati

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waterfall

Land of Seven Sisters Special Itinerary

27 N / 28 D

Guwahati – Shillong – Cherrapunjee – Mawlynnong – Bhalukpong – Dirang – Tawang – Bomdila – Kaziranga – Majuli – Kohima – Touphema Village – Imphal – Moreh – Aizawl – Agartala – Unakoti – Nirmahal – Udaipur - Agartala

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FAQs of Shillong Tours

Q: Why is Shillong famous?

Ans: Shillong is a popular hill station located at an altitude of 4908 feet above the sea level. Shillong is famous for its picturesque beauty, magnetic charm, pristine lakes, shimmering waterfalls, and rolling hills. It is renowned as 'Scotland of the East'.

Q: Where is Shillong located?

Ans: Shillong is the capital of the state of Meghalaya, northeastern India. It is one of the most popular hill stations in Meghalaya state.

Q: What is the ideal duration for a trip to Shillong?

Ans: You can spend at least 02 days in Shillong and if you want to explore nearby places in Shillong you need to extend your stay up to 05 days to cover the nearest places like – Guwahati, Kaziranga, and Cherrapunjee.

Q: What is the best time to visit Shillong?

Ans: Shillong is a destination that can be enjoyed both in summers & winters and one can plan their visit according to their preferences:

Summer Season (March-starting of June): Shillong is quite pleasant at the start of summers as the weather is cool and mild.

Monsoon Season (June to September): Shillong receives quite a heavy rainfall during the monsoon months. However, those who want to enjoy the rain and seeking for good deals on the hotels, there is no better time for them to visit Shillong other than monsoon. Indian Holiday advises guests to avoid traveling to Shillong in the month of July as it is the wettest month with the heaviest rains.

Winter Season (October to February): October is the advent of winter and during this season the region experiences the chilly weather with temperatures falling down to single digits. DO not forget to carry woolen clothes to stay warm in winter.

Q: Does Shillong experience snowfall?

Ans: Shillong does not normally experience snowfall. Due to low temperature and humidity in winters, a layer of frost forms on the ground. But there is no snowfall in the region.

Q: How to reach Shillong?

Ans: Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya and a paradise for nature lovers. There are various ways to reach this charming hill station.

By Air: The nearest airport from Shillong is Umroi Airport which is located at approx. 30 km from the city. It is a small airport and has limited flights. The major airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati which is just 120 km from Shillong and is well-connected with the major cities of the country.
By Train: Guwahati railway station is the nearest railhead from Shillong which is 96 km from Shillong. It has direct trains from Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, etc. One can hire a taxi, share a cab, or catch a bus for Shillong.
By Road: There are several buses and cabs run on a daily basis between Shillong and Guwahati. A traveler can choose from a wide array of buses as per the budget or get in touch with Indian Holiday to arrange for a car. One can also choose to ride a bike through the lush green valley and can easily get a bike on rent from Guwahati.

Q: How far is Cherrapunji from Shillong?

Ans: Cherrapunji is well-known as the second wettest place on Earth. Shillong is located at a distance of 60 km from Cherrapunji, which takes approx. 02 hrs. drive.

Q: Which are the top tourist attractions in Shillong?

Ans: Shillong is one of the most charming hill stations of the Meghalaya state. If you plan a Shillong tour, you can explore top sightseeing places such as Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak & View Point, Don Bosco Museum, David Scott Trail, Sweet Falls, Golf Course, Butterfly Museum, Ward’s Lake & Lady Hydari Park, etc.

Q: Why Shillong is known as the Rock Capital of India?

Ans: Shillong is referred to as the Rock Capital of India, as people in the city are very much interested in rock music. Some of India's best rock talent originated from here like Soul mate - one of India's premier blues and rock n roll bands.

Q: What is the famous festival in Shillong?

Ans: The Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong has celebrated the unique autumn flowering of Himalayan Cherry Blossoms every year in the month of November.

Q: Which languages are spoken in Shillong?

Ans: English is the official language of the state while Khasi is the predominantly spoken language in Shillong. Besides English, Hindi & Bengali are also spoken.

Q: Which market is famous in Shillong?

Ans: Police Bazar is the main market in Shillong where you can buy organic products, bamboo handicrafts, Scottish cloth, fried fish, fried silkworms, bakery items, betel nuts, etc.

Q: Which hotels are available in Shillong?

Ans: There are a lot of options for accommodations in Shillong. It varies from luxury to budget hotels. Homestays are also available here. Some of the recommended hotels are Tripura Castle, Polo Towers, Centre Point, Lady Bird, and Habitat, etc.

Q: Can we plan a Shillong tour with children?

Ans:Yes, you can plan a Shillong tour with children as it is a kid-friendly destination and kids will definitely enjoy the natural surroundings. Some of the interesting places children must visit are as follows:

Don Bosco Museum - A whole day activity of knowing the land and people of the northeast.
Wade's lake – Wade's lake has a full long boat ride to offer for the kids. It also has a garden.
Lady Hydari Park- It is a small Zoo with open ground and garden with ponds.

Q: What is the famous dish of Shillong?

Ans: Momos are best eaten with spicy-tangy chutney. From street stalls to local eateries, many restaurants in Shillong serve fresh and hot momos with different fillings. Pork and chicken momos are very popular with the locals.

Q: Are liquor shops available in Shillong?

Ans: Yes, there are a lot of liquor shops available in Shillong. You need to be a minimum of 21 years of age to purchase liquor.

Q: Which mobile networks are functional in Shillong?

Ans: Almost all mobile networks are functional in Shillong but sometimes connectivity is sporadic because of its hilly location.