Same Day Trip to Shillong & Umiam-lake from Guwahati By car
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Shillong is the capital and hill station of Meghalaya, also known as "The Abode of Clouds", one of the smallest states in India. It is the headquarters of the East Khasi Hills district and is situated at an average altitude of 4,908 feet (1,496 m) above sea level. There are a lot of quiet places to visit in Shillong. The destination is one of the quaintest places in India and many tourist places in Shillong remain all-time favorites among travelers. The attractions here are more on the natural side. Some of the places that you just cannot miss are Elephant Falls, Ward's Lake, Shillong Peak, Umiam Lake, and Elephant Falls. Other than these, there is the Don Bosco Museum too. The shopping paradise is Police Bazar.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
What's not
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Itinerary
The scenic Umiam Lake is encircled by lush green East Khasi hills that form one of the best panoramic sights for nature lovers in the country. Halt for Boating.
Bird-eye view of Shillong city. Mountaintop overlook with esplanades and observation towers offering sweeping vistas of Shillong City.
Multi-tiered waterfalls in picturesque surrounds, with an easy walking trail and stairs
Ard's Lake is amongst the popular tourist attractions of Shillong which is a must-visit. It is also known as Pollock's Lake (Nan Polok) because of a popular engineer during the per-independence era. It is said to be around 100 years old. good leisure and boating
One of the best places to study the tribal culture and cultural history of Meghalaya is the Don Bosco Museum. The museum features an impressive collection of indigenous articles and artifacts that depict the cultural richness of the region which gives an overlook of the whole of North East India.
Police Bazar is the main market place of Shillong. Major hotels and multi-cuisine restaurants are located in the region. The market is also very popular among tourists who come here to shop and enjoy night life
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Zoo Road. Bus Stop: AIDC
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Wanderlust Holidays
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
- Please dress appropriately for Rain fall
How it compares in Guwahati
- Its from-price is 21% below the median of the 10 day trips we list in Guwahati.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Guwahati
Guwahati is Assam's largest city, on the Brahmaputra River, with hilltop temples, a river-island shrine and the gateway to Kaziranga and the north-east.
Guwahati spreads along the south bank of the Brahmaputra River, ringed by green hills, and is the gateway to India's north-east. On Nilachal Hill, the Kamakhya Temple is one of the most revered Shakta shrines in India and draws many pilgrims, especially at the Ambubachi festival in June. Umananda, a small Shiva temple, sits on Peacock Island in the middle of the river and is reached by ferry.
Top-ranked sights in Guwahati: Kamakhya Temple, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.
