Tour Plan
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Day 1: International flight to Delhi
Arrive Delhi, meeting and assistance upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Overnight.
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Day 02: New Delhi
In the morning we have a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. The sightseeing of Old Delhi includes the "Rajghat" and the "Jama Masjid", the great mosque of Old Delhi. Today we also have a visit to the famous "Humayun Tomb" which is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. We also visit the Qutub Minar, which is 71 metres high and has five storeys. Construction of this tower began in 1199. It was intended to be the most glorious victory tower in the world. Before returning to the hotel, we will take a tour of New Delhi. We will visit India Gate, government buildings and embassies.
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Day 03: Delhi – Guwahati by flight
On arrival in Guwahati you will be met by our tour manager who will accompany you to your hotel/guesthouse. Stop to take in the sprawling city, nestled on the banks of the Brahmaputra River. On arrival, you will complete the check-in formalities and relax. After a refreshment, you will be briefed on the bike ride and the bikes will be assembled for the ride.
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Day 04: Guwahati-Nohsngithiang-Umbir / 85 km / 8-9 hrs
Wake up to a beautiful view and enjoy a cup of tea in the morning. This is the official start of your Meghalaya cycling tour. Today's ride will be mostly uphill with a few short downhill stretches along the way. Ride to the Jiva Resort, Nongpoh (almost 40km from the start) and enjoy the views of the waterfalls in between. Enjoy an evening camp fire. Stay overnight at Umbir.
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Day 05. Umbir-Cherrapunji / 75 km / 7-8 hrs
Awake with morning tea and breakfast. Check out of the hotel and drive to your next destination - Cherrapunji. Cherrapunji is a beautiful place to visit in Meghalaya, known for its living root bridges and waterfalls. Cycle to Cherrapunji. Enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. On arrival, check into your homestay/guest house. Relax for the day. Relax and get ready to sleep.
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Day 06: Cherrapunji
After breakfast you need to trek from Tyrna Village to get to the Double Decker Root Bridge. It is a 3000 step climb to reach the Root Bridge. But it is well worth it. Enjoy the surroundings and spend some time here. See the famous living root bridges. Return to Cherrapunji for a restful night's sleep in your homestay/guest house.
After an exhausting day, return to the hotel for a good night's sleep. This is followed by a delicious dinner.
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Day 07: Cherrapunji-to Mawlynnong /81 km / 6-7 hrs
Wake up for a healthy meal, check out of the hotel and head to your next destination - Mawlynnong. Mawlynnong is also known as 'God's Own Garden'. It was voted the cleanest village in Asia by Discover India in 2003. Upon arriving, check in to a village homestay and settle down to sleep comfortably.
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Day 08: Mawlynnong-Dawki / 42 km / 3-4 hrs
Say goodbye to your homestay after a delicious breakfast. Drive towards Dawki. Take in the beautiful views as you drive. On arrival at the camp site on the banks of the Umngot river, relax for a while. In the evening, you can enjoy a campfire at the campsite before drifting off to sleep.
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Day 09: Dawki-Shillong / 84 km / 3 hrs by vehicle
On day 9 of your Meghalaya Cycling Package, enjoy breakfast and check out. Today you will be driven from Dawki to Shillong. On arrival, check in at your hotel or guest house and enjoy a good night's sleep.
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Day 10: Shillong-Guahati / 100 km / 5-6 hrs
Today your ride will be in the direction of the final destination, Guwahati. On the descent to Guwahati, you can admire the breathtaking scenery. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel/guest house and retire for the day. Have a comfortable night at the hotel.
After a fun-filled day, return to the hotel for a good night's sleep. This is followed by a delicious dinner.
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Day 11: Guahati - New Delhi
Bid farewell to India's largest northeast metropolis and be transferred to the airport/railway station for your onward journey with fond memories of this Meghalaya Cycling Tour from Guwahati.
After dinner transfer to the airport to connect your flight back home. If your flight is on the next day, we will book a room in Delhi for you with breakfast.
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Day 12: Delhi-International Airport
Flight back home.