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10 Days in Shillong: A Journey to Paradise

Anish Dey

Anish Dey

12 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure to Shillong, the enchanting paradise nestled in the heart of Meghalaya. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of waterfalls, explore captivating museums, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and discover hidden gems at every turn. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Shillong

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Viator

Day 1Waterfalls, Forests, and Homestays
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$240

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$ 11

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
57 - 69 min

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Thangsning Falls
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Mawrymphiat park
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
46 - 56 min

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Malki Forest
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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ROCK CLIFF HOMESTAY
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$90
18 - 27 min

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Dylan's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$90
Day 2Dining in the Hills and Living Museums
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$305

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$ 15

Ao Siam - Ri kynjai Dining
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
57 - 69 min

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Risa Colony Hills Forest
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Spread Eagle Falls
Small, secluded waterfall in a calm setting named for its resemblance to an eagle in flight.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$13
22 - 27 min

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Ever Living Museum
Sprawling museum devoted to the region's natural & cultural heritage, including crafts & fossils.
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
22 - 27 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$90
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$130
Day 3Parks, Museums, and Café Hopping
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$305

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$ 8

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
24 - 29 min

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Karna Maya Children Park
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Capt. Williamson Sangma State Museum
Modest cultural museum showcasing historical exhibitions on the local Meghalaya tribes.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$90
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$130
Day 4Museums, Parks, and Local Delights
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$299

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$ 8

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
5 - 6 min

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Rhino Heritage Museum
Humble museum with military & cultural relics & information, plus a rhino sculpture out front.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
11 - 16 min

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Vidya Bajoria Park
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
10 - 12 min

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Polo parking
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
12 - 18 min

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City Hut Family Dhaba
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
Day 5Trekking and Exploring Shillong
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$260

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$ 11

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
10 - 12 min

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Rhododendron Trek
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
9 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$90
Day 6Falls, Peaks, and Parks
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$305

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$ 15

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
21 - 26 min

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Elephant Falls, Shillong, Meghalaya
Dramatic, multi-tiered waterfalls in picturesque surrounds, with an easy walking trail and stairs.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
27 - 33 min

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Shillong View Point, Laitkor Peak
Mountaintop overlook with esplanades & observation towers offering sweeping vistas of Shillong City.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
34 - 41 min

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Lady Hydari Park
Scenic, manicured green space with flowering gardens, a water feature & a modest zoo.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$90
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$130
Day 7Majestic Falls and Serene Lakes
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$278

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$ 4

NohKaLikai Falls
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$25
131 - 158 min

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Ward's Lake
Brightly colored flower beds create a bright & vibrant backdrop to this scenic lake.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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City Hut Family Dhaba
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$130
Day 8Gardens, Museums, and Culinary Delights
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$283

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$ 4

Lamee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
8 - 11 min

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Botanical Garden
Small botanical garden along Ward's Lake showcasing native trees & plants & rare orchids.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Wankhar Entomology Museum
1-room museum in a private home offering vibrant collections of mounted butterflies & other insects.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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$13
144 - 173 min

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Nehru Park
Scenic, landscaped park featuring many flower gardens & sculptures, plus play areas for children.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Sunflower Restaurant
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$130
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80
Day 9Dining by the Lake and Water Sports
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$299

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$ 11

Ao Siam - Ri kynjai Dining
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
22 - 27 min

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Umiam Water Sports Complex
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
52 - 78 min

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Umiam Lake Viewpoint
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
6 - 8 min

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Orchid Lake Resort
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
29 - 35 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
Day 10Lakeside Serenity and Exquisite Cuisine
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$323

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$ 11

Ao Siam - Ri kynjai Dining
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
19 - 23 min

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Umiam Lake
Set in a hilly landscape, this artificial lake, originally a dam, offers recreational activities.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$63
31 - 38 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$110
47 - 57 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$90

Budget breakdown: $2989 In total

Activities & Food:$2895
Transport:$94