NAGALAND HORNBILL FESTIVAL TOUR

NAGALAND HORNBILL FESTIVAL TOUR

  • $ 10250

    per person
  • 10 Days/9 Nights
  • Guwahati, Kohima, khonoma, Mokokchung, Lungwa, Jorhat

  • Pick-up & Drop Location:
    • GUWAHATI
    • Suggested Pick-Up Time: 11 PM
    • Tour Code: A&A-FT-054
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Nagaland is regarded as the land of festivals and each December, the Hornbill Festival takes place in Kohima uniting the many Naga tribes for a yearly celebration of the culture and traditions of the region. Famed for its ferocious and distinct Naga Warriors, Nagaland is a must-see for tourists in India’s North East and for the first time Aarav & Aadhya is presenting a guided tour of this unique annual event, paired with a 7 night excursion along the great Brahmaputra River. We have 2 special departures sailing on the 22nd November 2025 & 29th November 2025, the best way to experience the once-in-a-lifetime event and experience North East India with Aarav & Aadhya. This is a group tour exploring the Hornbill Festival throughout numerous days after a 10-night Brahmaputra expedition. Transportation to and from the festival site and excursions each day are provided as a group by coach or car but our local guides and cars will be on hand to accompany anyone who choose to return early. This is a flexible tour which may modify depending on specific festival activities at time of visit or group consensus.

Itinerary at a Glance

  • DAY 1: GUWAHATI TO KOHIMA
  • DAY 2 : KOHIMA'S HORNBILL FESTIVAL GROUND
  • DAY 3: KOHIMA'S HORNBILL FESTIVAL GROUND
  • DAY 4: LOCAL TOUR OF KOHIMA, KHONOMA, KOHIMA
  • DAY 5: KOHIMA TO MOKOKCHUNG
  • DAY 6: MOKOKCHUNG: A GUIDED TOUR OF THE NAGA VILLAGES
  • DAY 7 : MOKOKCHUNG - LUNGWA
  • DAY 8 : LOCAL TOUR OF LONGWA
  • DAY 9 : LONGWA TO JORHAT
  • DAY 10: JORHAT TO GUWAHATI

  • DAY 1: GUWAHATI TO KOHIMA

    Once you have completed the airport procedures, proceed to the exit area after arriving at Guwahati airport. Head to Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, after meeting our Guide You will travel through Assam's lush plains and famous tea garden before arriving at Kohima, the stunning capital of Nagaland, surrounded by several Eastern Himalayan ranges. After the lengthy drive, settle into your accommodation and unwind. Get ready for the lengthy journey to Hornbill tomorrow.

  • DAY 2 : KOHIMA'S HORNBILL FESTIVAL GROUND

    You will visit Kisama Heritage Village on your second day to see the Hornbill Festival's vibrant opening ceremony. This area is called the "Festival of Festivals" and aims to preserve, conserve, and promote Naga customs, culture, and legacy. Take as many photos as you like and enjoy the opening ceremony.

  • DAY 3: KOHIMA'S HORNBILL FESTIVAL GROUND

    To participate in the Hornbill Festival celebrations, you will travel back to the Kisama Heritage Village Festival Ground today. The festival will reflect the rich history of the tribes through traditional performances and enactments today. Access to the tribes' delectable cuisine is another benefit of the festival. You're going to Kohima Cathedral later in the evening. This is the principal cathedral in the Nagaland diocese. In contrast to other churches, Mary Help of Christians Cathedral is built in the traditional Naga house style rather than the Gothic style.

  • DAY 4: LOCAL TOUR OF KOHIMA, KHONOMA, KOHIMA

    After finishing your delectable breakfast, you will travel to the town of Khonoma, known as Asia's first green village. The World War II cemetery here is one of the most important reminders of the bloodiest, most devastating, and most ruthless wars in history. You will thereafter be given a tour of Khonoma's medieval village, where you will see the unspoiled natural beauty and the way of life of the locals.

  • DAY 5: KOHIMA TO MOKOKCHUNG

    After breakfast today, the journey will get even more thrilling. You will be driven towards Mokochung, farther into Nagaland. The AoNagas and their culture can be found in this isolated Naga town, which boasts breathtaking natural beauty. The mythology, tales, and valor of the native tribes have made the rural areas surrounding Mokochung famous.

  • DAY 6: MOKOKCHUNG: A GUIDED TOUR OF THE NAGA VILLAGES

    We visit the fascinating Ungma and Mokochungbasti today. These are the settlements in Naga where the native tribes live. As you explore the villages, pay close attention to what your local guide has to say. He would tell the wonderful tales of these towns' cultures and way of life today. Explore the winding streets and pay close attention to these vibrant settlements.

  • DAY 7 : MOKOKCHUNG - LUNGWA

    You will be taken to Lungwa village, one of the most isolated areas of Nagaland today. The Mon district has the head-hunter territory of Lungwa village. Since this community is so remote from modern conveniences, visitors cannot access any technology. Here, the main priorities are enjoying yourself and living contentedly with whatever you own. Tourists visiting this community will undoubtedly be amazed at how content people can be without a fundamental convenience like electricity.

  • DAY 8 : LOCAL TOUR OF LONGWA

    The excursion will be very thrilling today. Approach the village where the remaining headhunters reside and seize the chance to speak with them. You will communicate with them using our local guides, so don't worry about the language. Learn about the taboos surrounding these headhunters. Consider the precise moment when they would cut off their adversaries' heads and carry them back to their town, where celebrations were in store.

    Visit the Konyak Nagas' Angh (King) later in the day. The two nations of India and Myanmar share this king's residence. The Myanmar side of the palace is off-limits to the general public, and only the king is permitted to sit there. You can always see it from a distance, though. We are going to walk up to the pillar that divides Myanmar and India. Following today's fascinating and exhausting journey, you will be taken back to your Naga hotel.

  • DAY 9 : LONGWA TO JORHAT

    You will return to the Assamese plains today after touring all of these undiscovered areas of Nagaland. Arrive in Jorhat in the late afternoon. Afterward, you will tour the ancient sites of the kingdom of Ahom. This kingdom began to prosper in the 13th century along the banks of the Brahmaputra. It effectively fought the powerful Mughals into the northeast and kept its independence for 600 years.

  • DAY 10: JORHAT TO GUWAHATI

    This fantastic journey is over. This morning, you will be driven from Jorhat to Guwahati. You can stop and take pictures in the most picturesque locations, but make sure you get to Guwahati before dusk. Arrive on time, board your aircraft, and return home with lifelong memories.

  • Night Stay in hotel as per Itinerary
  • Meal as per itinerary Breakfast and Dinner
  • Monument Entrance
  • Elephant And Jeep Ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Rikshaw Ride in old Delhi
  • Golf Car for Taj Mahal
  • Air-conditioned Coach throughout the tour as per the itinerary
  • English/Spanish/French/German Speaking Guide
  • Arrival & Departure Assistance at airport
  • All fuel charges, toll taxes, Driver allowance, state tax entry, etc.
  • Presently applicable government taxes.
  • Any air fare, airport departure, GST tax, etc.
  • Camera Entrance Fees
  • Any Lunch
  • Bank charges for payment transfer
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone bill, etc.
  • Any kind of tips
  • Other service not mentioned above

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