• The guests arrive at Guwahati airport. Upon arrival, we meet & greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
• Guwahati is the largest city in the state of Assam and is known as the “Gateway to Northeast India.” It is the main commercial, cultural, and transportation hub of the entire northeastern region.
• In the evening, proceed for Sunset cruise at River Brahmaputra.
• The Sunset Cruise on the Brahmaputra River is a popular experience for both locals and tourists in Guwahati, Assam. The cruise offers breathtaking views of the Brahmaputra River, especially during sunset (river cruise is subject to river conditions and availability), reporting time 03:30 pm, tentative schedule.
• Later, drive back to the hotel in Guwahati for an overnight stay.

Experience:
• Sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River

Travel Information
• Arrival in Guwahati
• Meet & assist at the airport
• Transfer to the hotel and check in
• Evening transfer for Brahmaputra sunset cruise (reporting time approx. 03:30 pm)
• Return transfer to the hotel

Overnight: Arista by Ambitions or Similar

• After breakfast we will head towardsKamakhya Temple- The most important religious site located in Guwahati Assam, is one of the most revered and significant Shakti Peethas dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya, an embodiment of Shakti (divine feminine energy). Situated on the Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, the temple is famous for its unique rituals and festivals, particularly the Ambubachi Mela, which celebrates the goddess's annual menstruation period (No VIP Entry)
• This is followed by a visit to Umananda Temple, located on Peacock Island in the middle of the Brahmaputra River.
• This temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is set amidst serene surroundings and offers a spiritual escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
• To reach the temple, you will take a ferry ride to the island (subject to government ferry operations), and upon arrival, you can admire the views of the river while exploring the temple’s history and spiritual importance.

Experience:
• Visit Kamakhya Temple
• Visit Umananda Temple on Peacock Island
• Ferry ride on the Brahmaputra River

Travel Information
• Morning visit to Kamakhya Temple (Nilachal Hill)
• Transfer to ferry point for Umananda Temple visit
• Ferry ride to and from Peacock Island (subject to operations)
• Transfers by private vehicle throughout the day
• Return to the hotel

Overnight: Arista by Ambitions or Similar

• After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and begin your scenic journey towards Shillong. Enroute go for boating on the Umaim lake.
• The drive will take you through winding roads, lush green hills, and cascading waterfalls, offering picturesque views of the Khasi Hills and valleys along the way. As you travel, you may pass through quaint villages and verdant forests, possibly stopping at a roadside café to take in the cool, refreshing air.
• Upon arriving in Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, check-in at the hotel.
• You’ll be greeted by the charm of this hill station, where modern life blends with colonial architecture amid misty hills and lush greenery.
• In the evening, we shall visitDon Bosco Museum (closed on Sundays), and stroll aroundPolice Bazaar Area– Shillong’s prime location.

Experience:
• Scenic drive through Khasi Hills
• Boating experience at Umiam Lake
• Visit Don Bosco Museum
• Explore Police Bazaar in Shillong

Travel Information
• Hotel check-out after breakfast
• Drive from Guwahati to Shillong
• En route stop at Umiam Lake for boating
• Arrival and check-in at hotel in Shillong
• Evening visit to Don Bosco Museum (closed on Sundays)
• Transfers by private vehicle throughout the day

Overnight: The Shillong Address or Similar

• After breakfast, we head towards some of the Mawphlang Sacred Forest.
• About 25 miles from the city of Shillong lies the sacred forests of Mawphlang, tucked in the Khasi hills. With a cultural history of more than 800 years, Mawphlang Forest is the oldest and the largest sacred forest existing for the Khasi tribes. The Khasi hills have over 50 sacred forests. Each forest has a sacred grove where the tribes assemble to offer sacrifices. These groves are said to be protected by a local deity and are thus considered sacred to the clan members. The Mawphlang sacred forest is protected by the local deity named Labasa.
• Later, drive to visit Elephant falls, visit Laitlum Perched in the East Khasi Hills of Shillong, Laitlum Canyons is a little-explored haunt of the mountainous state of Meghalaya.
• If time permits, visit the Archery Field to witness the famous Traditional Archery Game of Meghalaya (Please note that the center remains closed on Sundays)

Experience:
• Visit Mawphlang Sacred Forest
• Explore Elephant Falls
• Visit Laitlum Canyons
• Witness traditional archery (subject to availability)

Travel Information
• Transfers for full-day sightseeing around Shillong
• Drive to Mawphlang Sacred Forest
• Continue to Elephant Falls and Laitlum Canyons
• Visit the archery field (closed on Sundays)
• Return to the hotel

Overnight: The Shillong Address or Similar

• Embark on a scenicdrive to Cherrapunjee, also known as Sohra.
• Historically recognized as one of the wettest places on Earth, Cherrapunjee holds the record for the highest annual rainfall, receiving over 26,000 mm in a year between 1860 and 1861.
• En route, we can go for a cave adventure. We'll proceed to the Garden of Caves, a serene and enchanting location where you can immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of nature. This garden is a hidden gem, featuring a series of smaller caves, waterfalls, and pools that create a serene and picturesque environment. It’s a perfect place to relax and soak in the natural surroundings.
• On arrival in Cherrapunjee, we shall explore theold Cherra or Sohrarim,which was the original Cherra village. With the coming of the British, who set up their headquarters further south, the village came to be known as 'Sohra' or present-day Cherrapunjee. It was here that the British realized the enormity and intensity of the rainfall and set up a meteorological office for measuring the rain.
• Sohra was declared by the British to be the capital of Assam in 1832, which was later shifted to Shillong in 1866 due to the inclement weather. Sohra is also significant for being the first British outpost in this part of the country.
• A commemorative monument has been erected in Saitsohpen, Sohra in remembrance of David Scott, Agent to the Governor General, North East Frontier of Bengal and Commissioner of Revenue and Circuit in the districts of Assam, who expired on 20th August 1931. A glowing tribute eulogized by the British Raj reads, "By his demise the government has been deprived of a most zealous, able and intelligent servant, whose loss it deeply laments, while his name will long be held in grateful remembrance and veneration by the native population, to whom he was justly endeared by his impartial dispensation of justice."
• We will visit Nohkalikai Falls,one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Plunging from an astounding height of 1115 feet, Nohkalikai Falls is nestled amidst lush, evergreen rainforests. This majestic waterfall is renowned for being the world's fourth-tallest plunge waterfall, offering a dramatic display of nature’s splendor. The sight of the water thundering down into the deep pool below, surrounded by verdant greenery, is truly awe-inspiring.
• Finally, we will explore the Arwah Cave, another captivating cave system known for its impressive limestone formations and fossils. The cave offers a slightly more challenging yet equally rewarding experience, with larger caverns and hidden nooks to discover. The interplay of light and shadow within the cave, combined with the unique geological features, makes it fascinating.

Experience:
• Scenic drive to Cherrapunji (Sohra)
• Explore Garden of Caves
• Visit Nohkalikai Falls
• Explore Arwah Cave
• Discover old Sohra village

Travel Information
• Full-day excursion from Shillong to Cherrapunji
• En route stops at the Garden of Caves
• Visits to key sites across Sohra
• Transfers by private vehicle throughout the day
• Return to Shillong

Optional Experiences
• Cave exploration (based on interest and time)
• Photography at waterfalls and viewpoints

Overnight: The Shillong Address or Similar

• After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Guwahati airport to board your flight for your onward journey.

After breakfast and check-out, your vehicle transfers you to St. Petersburg Airport for your onward journey.

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