The tribes of Nagaland celebrate their festivals with appreciation and fervor. More than 60% of the population of Nagaland depends on agriculture and therefore most of their festivals revolve around agriculture. They consider their festivals sacred and so participation in these festivals is essential. To encourage inter-tribal interaction and to promote cultural heritage of Nagaland, the Government of Nagaland organizes the Hornbill Festival every year in the first week of December. Organized by the State Tourism and Art & Culture Departments, Hornbill Festival showcases a mélange of cultural displays under one roof. This festival usually takes place between the 1st and the 7th of December every year in Kohima.
Hornbill Festival is held at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama which is about 12 km from Kohima. All the tribes of Nagaland take part in this festival. The aim of the festival is to revive and protect the rich culture of Nagaland and display its extravaganza and traditions.For visitors it means a closer understanding of the people and culture of Nagaland, and an opportunity to experience the food, songs, dances and customs of Nagaland.
Day 01 Arrive Kolkata (By Flight)
Welcome to India- a country where hospitality is a way of life; to a culture steeped in tradition, a land where history lives in music and dance. Our representative will receive you at the airport in a traditional manner with garlands and escort you to your hotel. for overnight stay.
Day 02 Kolkata – Dimapur (By Flight) / Dimapur – Kohima (68 Kms / 02 hrs)
After Breakfast Transfer to airport to board flight to Dimapur . Upon arrival, drive to Kohima and check in at hotel Hotel. overnight stay.
Day 03 Kohima
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at Kohima and witness of Hornbill Festival. During the Festival in 2 days, before & after exhibition, we do excursion of surrouinding villages of Kohima, such as Old Kohima village, Kigwema village, Viswema village, Konoma village, as well as Kohima market, Museum, Cathedral, Nagaland Emporium etc. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 Kohima
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day free to Enjoy the Festival.
Overnight in Hotel.
Day 05 Kohima – Mokokchung (By Road) (148 Kms / 05 hrs 06 min appx)
After Breakfast Drive to Kohima to Mokokuchung, en route visit Longsa villageLotha tribe and Longkhim village, On arrival check in at Tourist Lodge. overnight stay.
Day 06 Mokokchung – Mon (By Road) (153 Kms / 06 hrs 29 min appx)
After Breakfast visit Mokokchung Daily Market. Afterwards proceed to Mon via Naginimora. Upon arrival at Mon,check-in at Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 Mon
After Breakfast Proceed to Mon Village to see the Konyak Tribe and their tradition. Also visit the house of the Royal Family. This would be followed by a visit to the Shyangnu Village. Take a walk through the village and pay a visit to the King’s House and the Musuem. Later drive back to the hotel at Mon. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 08 Mon – Dibrugarh (By Road) (121 Kms / 05 hrs 09 min appx)
After Breakfast This morning and proceed to Longmein Village at 0630 hrs. In this village, Later drive down to Dibrugarh via Sonari . Arrive Dibrugarh and check-in at Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 09 Dibrugarh – Kolkata (By Flight) / Depart Kolkata
Departure transfer to onwards destination.
| City | Night (s) | Standard Hotels |
| Kolkata | 01 | ITC Sonar |
| Kohima | 03 | Hotel Ariel |
| Mokokchung | 01 | Hotel Jironi |
| Mon | 02 | International Guest House |
| Dibrugarh | 01 | Tea County |
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 08 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees.
– Air Ticket for Kolkata – Dimapur and Dibrugarh – Kolkata in economy class.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking Guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.