Domestic Signature

Assam & Meghalaya - Where the Clouds Come to Rest

Journey through emerald tea estates, ancient forests, crystal-clear rivers, living root bridges, and villages where nature and tradition exist in perfect harmony.

The route

Guwahati · Kaziranga · Shillong · Cherrapunji · Dawki · Mawlynnong

Journey through emerald tea estates, ancient forests, crystal-clear rivers, living root bridges, and villages where nature and tradition exist in perfect harmony.

Plan this journey
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Collection
Domestic Signature
Stays
3 handpicked
Journey
No. 21

The destination

Thirty-six coral islands scattered across the Arabian Sea, and only a handful open to guests. Lakshadweep is the rarest kind of luxury - a place with almost nothing to do, and every reason to be there.

Access to Lakshadweep is deliberately limited - permits are capped, flights are few, and most islands remain closed to visitors entirely. What that protects is a version of the Indian coastline that has otherwise disappeared: living coral, unbroken sandbars and villages that still run on tide and prayer time.

This journey moves between three islands at a walking pace. Agatti for arrival and the long first evening, Bangaram for the lagoon, Thinnakara for the quiet. Nothing is rushed, and very little is scheduled.

Lush tea plantations of Assam

Velora signature experiences

The details, already
taken care of.

11 arrangements included

01

Scenic Low-Altitude Flight Into Agatti

02

Private Lagoon Access At Bangaram

03

Guided Reef Snorkelling With Local Marine Experts

04

Glass Bottom Boat Over Living Coral Gardens

05

Sunset Kayaking Across The Sandbar

06

Island Village & Lighthouse Walk With A Local Host

07

Optional PADI Scuba Diving Sessions

08

Beachfront Farewell Dinner Under The Stars

09

All Inter-Island Transfers By Private Boat

10

Permits

11

Paperwork & Concierge Handled End To End

A slower itinerary

Days designed
to breathe.

  1. Day 01

    Welcome to Guwahati

    Arrive at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, where your Velora representative welcomes you. Check into your luxury hotel before visiting the revered Kamakhya Temple. End your day with a peaceful sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra River.

    • Airport assistance
    • Private luxury transfer
    • Kamakhya Temple
    • Brahmaputra Sunset Cruise
    Meals
    Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury hotel, Guwahati
    Welcome to Guwahati
  2. Day 02

    Into the Wild – Kaziranga National Park

    Drive through picturesque countryside to the UNESCO-listed Kaziranga National Park. Check into your luxury wildlife lodge and enjoy an evening surrounded by lush forests and wetlands.

    • Scenic countryside drive
    • Luxury jungle stay
    • Nature walk
    • Bonfire (Seasonal)
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury wildlife lodge, Kaziranga
    Kaziranga Landscape
  3. Day 03

    Safari & Journey to Shillong

    Begin the morning with an exhilarating Jeep Safari in search of the iconic one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, wild buffalo, and exotic birdlife. Later, drive towards Shillong—the charming capital of Meghalaya, fondly known as the 'Scotland of the East.'

    • Jeep Safari
    • Wildlife Photography
    • Umiam Lake Viewpoint
    • Arrival in Shillong
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Boutique hotel, Shillong
    Jeep Safari
  4. Day 04

    Discover the Charm of Shillong

    Explore the vibrant hill city with visits to Ward's Lake, Don Bosco Museum, Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, and bustling Police Bazaar. Spend the evening enjoying local cafés and Meghalaya's warm hospitality.

    • Ward's Lake
    • Don Bosco Museum
    • Cathedral
    • Police Bazaar
    • Café Hopping
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Boutique hotel, Shillong
    Ward's Lake
  5. Day 05

    Cherrapunji – Land of Waterfalls

    Travel through mist-covered roads to Cherrapunji, one of the wettest places on Earth. Visit Nohkalikai Falls, Seven Sisters Falls, Mawsmai Cave, and breathtaking viewpoints overlooking Bangladesh. Check into your boutique mountain retreat.

    • Nohkalikai Falls
    • Seven Sisters Falls
    • Mawsmai Cave
    • Eco Park
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Boutique mountain retreat, Cherrapunji
    Nohkalikai Falls
  6. Day 06

    Living Root Bridges & Hidden Wonders

    Experience Meghalaya's most iconic natural marvels. Explore the legendary Living Root Bridge, crystal-clear streams, lush forests, and hidden waterfalls before returning for a peaceful evening.

    • Living Root Bridge Walk
    • Rainbow Falls (Optional)
    • Local Khasi Cuisine
    • Nature Photography
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Boutique mountain retreat, Cherrapunji
    Living Root Bridge
  7. Day 07

    Dawki & Mawlynnong

    Travel to the magical Umngot River in Dawki, famous for its unbelievably transparent waters. Enjoy a boat ride before continuing to Mawlynnong, recognised as one of Asia's cleanest villages. Interact with local communities and admire the balance between nature and sustainable living.

    • Umngot River Boating
    • Dawki
    • Mawlynnong Village
    • Sky View Tower
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Eco-luxury homestay/resort, Mawlynnong
    Umngot River
  8. Day 08

    Return to Guwahati

    Drive back to Guwahati, enjoying scenic mountain landscapes along the way. Spend your final evening shopping for Assam tea, handcrafted souvenirs, and local textiles before a specially curated farewell dinner.

    • Scenic Mountain Drive
    • Tea & Souvenir Shopping
    • Farewell Dinner
    Meals
    Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury hotel, Guwahati
    Assam Tea Gardens
  9. Day 09

    Departure

    After breakfast, transfer to Guwahati Airport for your onward journey. Leave Northeast India with memories of emerald forests, living root bridges, crystal-clear rivers, vibrant cultures, and landscapes unlike anywhere else in the country.

    • Breakfast
    • Airport Transfer
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Departure

Your stay

Where you
wake up.

Every property is visited before it is offered — chosen for where it stands as much as for the room you wake up in.

Guwahati

Luxury hotel with Brahmaputra views

Kaziranga

Luxury wildlife lodge amidst the wilderness

Shillong & Cherrapunji

Boutique mountain retreats and hill resort

The fine print

What's included,
and what isn't.

Included

  • Luxury accommodation throughout
  • Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Private chauffeur-driven premium vehicle
  • Airport transfers
  • Kaziranga Jeep Safari
  • Brahmaputra Sunset Cruise
  • Dawki Boat Ride
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Professional travel assistance
  • Toll, parking & driver allowance
  • All applicable taxes

Not included

  • Return airfare to Guwahati
  • Personal expenses, laundry, and shopping
  • Travel insurance and medical coverage
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Anything on this list can be arranged on request and quoted separately.

Departures · October 2026 – December 2027

Fixed departures,
a season ahead.

  • Scenic Low-Altitude Flight Into Agatti
  • Private Lagoon Access At Bangaram
  • Guided Reef Snorkelling With Local Marine Experts
  • Glass Bottom Boat Over Living Coral Gardens

02guaranteed departures across the season

All dates in this document are commercial planning dates. Displayed as Proposed Departure until DMC, hotel, transport and minimum-group-size requirements are confirmed.

Hold a departure

November 2026

1 departure available
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Dates marked with an asterisk are subject to confirmation.

Domestic Signature pricing

Considered value,
quietly done.

Nothing is marked up quietly and nothing is left to settle on arrival. What a journey costs is agreed before you go.

Reserve your place
Per person, twin sharing₹1,25,000
Single occupancy supplement₹35,000
Child (5-11, sharing)₹75,000
Group sizeMaximum 10 guests

Rates are indicative and vary by season. Early reservation is recommended for prime wildlife lodge availability.

Important information

Worth knowing
before you go.

The practical detail behind the journey — the parts we plan around so they never come as a surprise.

The Velora difference

The Northeast is not just a destination—it's a feeling. It's the silence of ancient forests, the rhythm of flowing rivers, the warmth of local communities, and landscapes that remain beautifully untouched.

Travel Slowly.Travel Beautifully.Travel with Velora.

Take it with you

The printed
brochure.

Every page of this journey — the day-by-day route, your stays, what is included and what it costs — set as a document you can save, print or forward to whoever is travelling with you.

  1. 01The route and the destination
  2. 0211 signature experiences
  3. 03All 9 days, one by one
  4. 04Your stays and what is included
  5. 05Pricing and how to reserve

A4 · 9 days · opens in a new tab, saves as PDF

Make it yours

Let's shape the
way you go.

Tell a designer what you would change about this itinerary — the pace, the season, who is travelling — and the next version comes back built around it.

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