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Meghalaya & Assam Tour Packages
Meghalaya and Assam tour packages start at Guwahati and cover Shillong, the waterfalls and caves of Cherrapunji, the clear Umngot river at Dawki, Mawlynnong and the living root bridges, the Kamakhya temple, and in Assam the rhinos of Kaziranga, the Manas and Nameri parks, the river island of Majuli, Sivasagar and the tea gardens of Jorhat and Dibrugarh. Our itineraries run 3 to 8 days, with standard / 3-star equivalent hotels and breakfast.
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Plan your Meghalaya & Assam trip
In short: Three or four days covers Shillong and Cherrapunji or Kaziranga; five or six adds Dawki, Mawlynnong or Majuli; allow seven or eight for Meghalaya and Assam together. October to April is the best time to visit Meghalaya and Assam; Kaziranga is usually open from about November to April.
How many days are enough for Meghalaya & Assam?
Three or four days covers Shillong and Cherrapunji or Kaziranga; five or six adds Dawki, Mawlynnong or Majuli; allow seven or eight for Meghalaya and Assam together.
| Trip length | What it covers | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Shillong and Cherrapunji | Shillong and Cherrapunji |
| 4 days | Guwahati and Kaziranga | Guwahati and Kaziranga |
| 5 days | Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki | Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki |
| 6 days | Kaziranga and Majuli | Kaziranga and Majuli Island |
| 8 days | Meghalaya and Assam | Grand North-East: Meghalaya and Assam |
What is the best time to visit Meghalaya & Assam?
October to April is the best time to visit Meghalaya and Assam; Kaziranga is usually open from about November to April.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October – April | Best season | Clear, cool weather for Meghalaya; Kaziranga and Manas are open (about November to April). |
| May – September | Monsoon | Very heavy rain in Meghalaya, with waterfalls at their fullest; Kaziranga is closed. |
How much does a Meghalaya & Assam tour cost?
The cost depends mainly on the number of nights, the hotel category, the season and the number of travellers. Safaris, boat rides, ferries and entry fees are paid locally; flights or trains to Guwahati are quoted separately.
- Hotel category
- Season — October to April is busiest
- Number of travellers sharing a room and vehicle
- Jeep safaris and boat rides (optional)
- Flights or trains to Guwahati
Which places do Meghalaya & Assam packages cover?
Shillong
Meghalaya's hill capital: Umiam Lake, the Don Bosco Museum, Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak.
Cherrapunji (Sohra)
Nohkalikai and the Seven Sisters falls, Mawsmai and Arwah caves, and root bridges.
Dawki and Mawlynnong
The clear Umngot river and a village known for its cleanliness.
Guwahati
The Kamakhya temple and the Brahmaputra.
Kaziranga
Jeep safaris for the one-horned rhino, elephants and wild buffalo.
Majuli and Sivasagar
A river island of Vaishnava satras, and the monuments of the Ahom kings.
Things to do in Meghalaya & Assam
- See the Nohkalikai falls at Cherrapunji
- Take a boat on the clear Umngot river at Dawki
- Walk to a living root bridge
- Go on a jeep safari in Kaziranga
- Visit the satras of Majuli
- Have darshan at the Kamakhya temple
Hotels, houseboats and transport
Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels and lodges with breakfast, as listed on each package; some smaller places have simple guesthouses.
Packages include road transfers and sightseeing from Guwahati (or Jorhat and Dibrugarh) as specified. Hill roads are slow. Flights or trains to Guwahati, safaris, boats and ferries are quoted or paid locally.
Who Meghalaya and Assam suit
Nature lovers
Waterfalls, caves, root bridges and national parks.
Families
Shillong, Cherrapunji and Kaziranga at an easy pace.
Pilgrims
The Kamakhya temple and the satras of Majuli.
Travel tips from our team
- Carry a light rain jacket in Meghalaya at any time of year.
- Kaziranga's ranges usually close from May to October.
- Book Kaziranga safaris early in the high season.
- Some living-root-bridge walks are steep; ask us which suits you.
Meghalaya & Assam travel guides
Frequently asked questions
What is included in Meghalaya and Assam packages?
Standard packages include standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, transfers and sightseeing by road as specified in the itinerary, and travel assistance. Safaris, boat rides, ferries and entry fees are paid locally or quoted separately. Each package page lists its exact inclusions and exclusions.
Do Indian visitors need a permit?
No. Indian visitors do not need a permit for Meghalaya or Assam.
When is Kaziranga open?
Usually from about November to April; it closes in the monsoon.
What is the best time to visit?
October to April.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes. Tell us what you need.
Content reviewed 8 Oct 2026 by Holiday Guru Travel.
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