Festivals and Traditions of North East
Duration: 7 Days – 6 Nights
About & highlights
Time a one‑week cultural escape around festival windows to witness Khasi dances like Shad Suk Mynsiem or Nongkrem in Meghalaya and vibrant Assamese celebrations such as Bihu or Ambubachi in and around Guwahati. Between rituals and drum lines, meet artisans, taste hearth kitchens, and explore sacred groves, river ghats, and village markets.
Festival Windows
- Meghalaya: Shad Suk Mynsiem (April), Wangala – Hundred Drums (Nov), Nongkrem (Nov)
- Assam: Bohag/Magh/Kati Bihu (Apr/Jan/Oct windows), Ambubachi Mela (June)
Trip Type
Culture & Festivals, Village Immersion, Light Nature
Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrive Guwahati
Airport pickup and city orientation; optional Kamakhya darshan or riverfront cruise; overnight Guwahati.
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Day 2 — To Shillong, Festival Briefing
Drive to Shillong via Umiam Lake; evening walk at Ward’s Lake/Police Bazaar; briefing on festival etiquette, dress, and timings.
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Day 3 — Festival Day I (Meghalaya)
Attend scheduled dances/rituals such as Shad Suk Mynsiem or Nongkrem/Wangala per calendar; sample local fare and crafts; overnight Shillong.
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Day 4 — Khasi Hills Culture & Groves
Guided walk in a sacred forest (Mawphlang) and a village lunch; easy ridge views at Laitlum; return to Shillong.
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Day 5 — Back to Guwahati: Looms & Ghats
Drive to Guwahati; Sualkuchi silk looms for muga/eri weaves; sunset aarti by Sukreshwar ghat; overnight Guwahati.
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Day 6 — Festival Day II (Assam)
Experience a scheduled Assamese celebration like Bihu/Ambubachi window or a satra cultural showcase if aligned; markets for handlooms and masks.
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Day 7 — Departure
Free morning for temple/café stop; airport drop with festival memories and crafts in hand.
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