The Hornbill Festival takes place annually in Kohima, Nagaland.
Travelers have the option to make a booking as an individual or as part of a group.
Nagaland is home to a variety of tribal communities, each with its unique traditions and festivals. In an effort to promote unity among these tribal groups, the Nagaland government initiated the Hornbill Festival in 2000. Named after the Indian hornbill, this event serves as a unifying celebration that showcases the diverse cultures of the tribes of Nagaland. The Hornbill Festival takes place annually in Kohima, Nagaland, from December 1 to 10. Now you can easily attend this festival, all thanks to Indian Railways. IRCTC offers a special tour package, a four-day, three-night trip that starts from Dimapur, Assam and ends with a return to Dimapur. Travelers have the option to make a booking as an individual or as part of a group. If you book as a group, it is necessary to make a reservation for at least 2 people.
View tour dates:
1) November 31, 2023
2) December 1, 2023
3) December 2, 2023
4) December 3, 2023
5) December 4, 2023
6) December 5, 2023
7) December 6, 2023
8) December 7, 2023
9) December 8, 2023
For more information about IRCTC’s Hornbill Tour Package and to make bookings, you can visit the official website at https://www.irctctourism.com. This tour package includes visits to Kohima (Hornbill Festival) and Khonoma Village.
Here are the details of the IRCTC Hornbill Festival Tour Package:
Day 1: On arrival at Dimapur Airport or Railway Station, you will be transferred to Kohima by road. The journey covers a route of 68 km and usually takes around 3 hours. Along the way you can observe local women selling vegetables and various products in small huts. After a short stop, check into the hotel and spend the night in Kohima. Please note that the roads can be a bit rough.
Day 2: On the second day of the tour, after breakfast, you will be transported to Kisama Village, where the Hornbill Festival is held. During the day you can enjoy local food and drinks, stay in traditional Naga huts and explore various crafts. In addition, you have the opportunity to visit the Kohima War Memorial and nearby attractions. In the evening you can participate in the festival activities before spending the night in Kohima.
Day 3: It includes a trip to Konoma, a charming village located in the hills of Nagaland, about 25 km from Kohima. The journey to Konoma takes approximately 1.5 hours. In Konoma, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditional culture and traditions of the Naga village, including the opportunity to try your hand at making traditional shawls and baskets.
Day 4: After breakfast, you will be transferred to Dimapur Airport or Railway Station, from where you will catch your flight or train back to your city.
Here are the cost details for the IRCTC Hornbill Festival Tour Package:
1) Separate booking fee: Rs 29,600 per person
2) Surcharge if booked for 2 persons: Rs 33,070 per person
3) Surcharge if booked for 3 persons: Rs 20,690 per person
4) Children (age 5-11 years, including bed): Rs 8,440
5) Children (2-4 years, without bed): Rs 5,970
