Shillong Tour Packages

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'.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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