4 Days / 3 Nights
Hornbill Festival & Khonoma
Photo: Joli Rumi · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Package Overview
The festival plus Nagaland's most rewarding village. One full day at Kisama, one day in Khonoma — widely described as India's first green village, an Angami settlement known for its long-established terraced fields — and a Kohima base throughout. Our most popular short itinerary.
Tour Highlights
- Full festival day at Kisama Heritage Village
- Guided walk through Khonoma's three khels and Khonoma Fort
- Kohima War Cemetery and the World War II heritage trail
- Angami home lunch in Khonoma (on request)
- ILP, transfers and private vehicle included
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 01
Arrival Dimapur — drive to Kohima
- Arrival at Dimapur Airport, meet and greet
- Scenic 3-hour drive to Kohima
- Evening at leisure; briefing on the festival programme
Night stay in Kohima
Day 02
Hornbill Festival at Kisama
- Full day at Kisama Heritage Village
- All 17 tribal morungs, arena performances, indigenous games, Naga chilli eating contest
- Return to Kohima in the evening
Night stay in Kohima
Day 03
Khonoma Green Village
- Drive to Khonoma (20 km, 1 hour)
- Walk the terraced fields, Khonoma Fort and the clan gates with a village guide
- Return via Kohima War Cemetery and the State Museum
Night stay in Kohima
Day 04
Departure
- Drive to Dimapur Airport
- Departure
Tour ends
Accommodation
Accommodation: Stay in carefully selected Hotels / Lodges / Homestays, subject to availability.
- Kohima — Hotel / Lodge / Homestay
Properties are confirmed closer to your travel dates and may be substituted with similar options of the same standard.
Package Price
₹26,000
per person · 4 Days / 3 Nights · for 2 guests
Total for the group: ₹52,000
| Guests | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 | ₹51,500 |
| 2 | ₹26,000 |
| 3 | ₹24,500 |
| 4 | ₹21,500 |
| 5 | ₹21,500 |
| 6 | ₹18,000 |
| 7 | ₹24,500 |
| 8 | ₹21,500 |
| 9 | ₹21,500 |
| 10 | ₹19,400 |
| 11 | ₹19,600 |
| 12 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 | ₹21,500 |
| 14 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 | ₹20,100 |
| 16 | ₹18,900 |
| 17 | ₹19,100 |
| 18 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 | ₹20,400 |
| 20 | ₹19,400 |
Prices are indicative only and are subject to change at the time of booking based on hotel availability, transport availability, seasonal demand, and applicable taxes.
Cost Includes
- Accommodation on twin/single sharing as per the room plan
- Daily breakfast (CP plan)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Exclusive vehicle throughout the tour
- Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Nagaland
- Driver allowance
- Fuel charges
- Toll tax
- Parking charges
Cost Excludes
- Airfare / train fare
- Lunch and dinner
- Hornbill Festival entry ticket
- Local guide charges
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, telephone, shopping)
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned under Cost Includes
- Protected Area Permit (PAP) charges for foreign nationals
- Kaziranga jeep safari and national park entry fees (where applicable)
Important Notes
- Khonoma is a living village — dress modestly and ask before photographing homes.
- A second festival day can be swapped in place of Khonoma at no extra cost.
- Accommodation: Stay in carefully selected Hotels / Lodges / Homestays, subject to availability.
- Foreign Nationals: A Protected Area Permit (PAP) is required for certain destinations. The permit requires a minimum of 15 days for processing. PAP charges are not included in the package cost.
- Prices are indicative only and are subject to change at the time of booking based on hotel availability, transport availability, seasonal demand, and applicable taxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Khonoma from Kohima?
About 20 km west of Kohima, roughly an hour by road. It works perfectly as a day trip from your Kohima hotel during festival week.
Can I attend the festival on two days instead?
Yes. Tell us at booking and we will replace the Khonoma day with a second Kisama day, or split the day between both.
What is the best time to visit for this itinerary?
1–10 December 2026, when the Hornbill Festival runs at Kisama. The first three and last two days are the busiest.