Hornbill Festival & Nagaland Cultural Tour 

🗺️ Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Dimapur – Kohima

Overnight: Kohima

Arrive at Dimapur, the principal gateway to Nagaland.

Meet our representative and begin the scenic drive towards Kohima.

As you ascend into the Naga Hills, the landscape gradually changes from the plains to forested mountains and winding hill roads.

On arrival in Kohima, check into your hotel and relax.

Depending on your arrival time, take a short walk around the city or explore selected local areas.

Experience Focus: Naga Hills, Kohima and first introduction to Nagaland.

Day 2: Kohima – Kisama Heritage Village – Hornbill Festival

Overnight: Kohima

Today is the highlight of the journey.

After breakfast, travel to Kisama Heritage Village, the principal venue of the Hornbill Festival.

Spend the day experiencing the vibrant cultural celebrations, where different Naga communities showcase aspects of their traditions through:

• Traditional dances

• Music and performances

• Indigenous games

• Traditional attire

• Handicrafts

• Local food

• Cultural demonstrations

• Traditional architecture

Explore the different cultural areas and interact respectfully with artisans and performers.

The festival provides a unique opportunity to see the cultural diversity of Nagaland gathered in one place.

Photography opportunities are exceptional throughout the day.

Return to Kohima in the evening.

Experience Focus: Hornbill Festival, Naga cultures, food, music, dance and photography.

Day 3: Kohima – Heritage & Cultural Exploration

Overnight: Kohima

After breakfast, explore the cultural and historical side of Kohima.

Visit the Kohima War Cemetery, an important memorial associated with the Battle of Kohima during the Second World War.

Continue exploring selected cultural attractions and local markets.

Depending on the festival schedule and your interests, additional time can be allocated for:

• Local handicrafts

• Traditional Naga food

• Photography

• Cultural performances

• Shopping

• Local markets

If festival events are taking place elsewhere in Kohima, the itinerary can be adjusted accordingly.

Spend your final evening in Nagaland enjoying the atmosphere of the festival season.

Experience Focus: History, local culture, cuisine and contemporary Nagaland.

Day 4: Kohima – Dimapur

Tour Ends: Dimapur

After breakfast, depart Kohima for Dimapur.

Enjoy the final views of the Naga Hills before descending towards the plains.

Arrive in Dimapur for your onward flight or train journey.

For travellers wishing to continue exploring Northeast India, the journey can be extended to:

Kaziranga National Park → Assam Tea Gardens → Majuli → Meghalaya → Arunachal Pradesh

Tour Ends — with the colours, sounds and cultural memories of the Hornbill Festival.