Kohima Tour Packages

Kohima Tour Packages

Kohima is the capital city of Nagaland and lies complacently shrouded at the eastern frontiers of the mighty Himalayas. The modern city of Kohima was built in by the British to enjoy the eastern region. This is the very place where the World War-II battle took place and thousands of soldiers sacrificed their lives. The majority of Nagas and Kukis reside in the region and protect their unique culture and identity. The colourful costumes of the local people, joyous and familiar behaviour makes it a wonderful experience to visit this city. The astounding places of Kohima that attract tourists are the Dzukou valley, Bara Basti and Cathedral of Reconciliation.

Kohima town is the second largest urban area of Nagaland after Dimapur-Chumukedima and 'Kohima Village', known as ‘Bara Basti' or 'large village', is the second largest village in Asia. Go on a drive high up into the Dzukou Valley and trek through its plains, blossoming with lush flowers. Watch the pale and sublime moonlight wash over the valley during your night camp. Visit the hallowed grounds of the memorial at Khonoma and listen to the courageous tales of sacrifice and valour told at Khonoma Gate. These are six days of your life you will never forget.

Day 1 - Arrive in Dimapur - Kohima (80 km / 2 hours 30 mins)

Arrive in Dimapur and drive to Kohima. On arrival, check in at the hotel. If time permits, visit the local market. Later, overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 - Kohima - Dzukou Valley (35 Km/ 6 - 7 hours)

After morning breakfast Drive to 35 km Dzukou Valley, which is 2438 meters above sea level. Go on a trek by foot for about 3 - 4 hours to the Valley Camp. Accommodations will be arranged in cabins, shacks or dormitories, depending on the availability, or cuddle underneath the caves and bond closely with nature. overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 - Dzukou

After morning breakfast On this day, go around the valley and experience the beauty of the valley. Be mesmerised by vibrant blossoms of flowers that cover the entire valley floor. Indulge in some solitary time and meditate amidst nature, to soothe your soul. overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 - Dzukou - Kohima (35 Km/ 6 - 7 hours)

After morning breakfast, drive to Kohima. heck in at the hotel. If time permits, visit the local market. Later Relax overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 - Kohima - Visit Khonoma Village

After morning breakfast, drive to the Khonoma Village via Kohima, a beautiful place famous for its valour and courage. The unique Khonoma Gate tells the story of British infiltration into Naga Hills. After lunch, in the late afternoon, visit the famous war cemetery which is a symbolic memorial. Return to Kohima overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 - Kohima - Dimapur  (80 km / 3 hours)

After morning breakfast, drive to Dimapur Airport for onward Journey.

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Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra

• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Train & Air via Dimapur Gateway:

• Dimapur Railway Station (Station Code: DMV - 74 km northwest): Principal broad gauge railhead connected with express trains across India (Dibrugarh Rajdhani, Brahmaputra Mail). Shared Tata Sumo cabs and NST buses run continuously from Dimapur to Kohima (2 hours via 4 lane NH-29).
• Dimapur Airport (Airport Code: DMU - 74 km northwest): Domestic airport with daily direct flights from Kolkata, Guwahati, and New Delhi. Taxis take 2 hours to Kohima.

By Road:

• From Dimapur (~74 km / 2 hours): Via smooth 4 lane expressway NH-29.
• From Imphal (~140 km / 4.5 hours): Via NH-2 through Maram and Senapati.
• From Guwahati (~350 km / 7.5 hours): Via NH-27 and NH-29 through Doboka and Dimapur.
• NST buses and private deluxe night coaches operate daily services from Kohima NST Bus Stand connecting all district headquarters.
• Note: Indian tourists must carry an Inner Line Permit (ILP), obtainable online or at the DC office in Kohima.

Kohima features WWII war cemeteries, heritage festival villages, high floral valleys, and wooden cathedrals:

1. Kohima War Cemetery & Garrison Hill (WWII Battle of Kohima Memorial & Tennis Court Site)

A beautifully manicured Commonwealth war memorial constructed on Garrison Hill, the historic site of the fierce 1944 Battle of Kohima. Features 1,420 bronze headstones terraced across landscaped lawns, the preserved white outline of the famous Deputy Commissioner's tennis court, and the world renowned Kohima Epitaph.

Kohima War Cemetery — World War II Commonwealth Battle Memorial on Garrison Hill

2. Kisama Naga Heritage Village (Venue of the World-Famous Hornbill Festival - 10 km)

Located 10 km south of Kohima amidst pine covered hills, Kisama is a permanent tribal heritage village. Features full scale authentic Morungs (traditional youth dormitories) built by all 17 Naga indigenous tribes with wood carved pillars and hornbill motifs, hosting the annual Hornbill Festival every December.

Kisama Heritage Village — Traditional Naga Morungs and Venue of Hornbill Festival near Kohima

3. Dzukou Valley & Trekking Trail (Rolling Emerald Knolls & Rare Dzukou Lilies at 2,452m - 25 km)

Perched at an elevation of 2,452 meters on the Nagaland Manipur border, Dzukou Valley is famed as the Valley of Flowers of the Northeast. Accessible via treks from Viswema or Jakhama, the valley features undulating dwarf bamboo knolls, meandering crystal streams, and seasonal blooms of the endemic pink Dzukou Lily.

Dzukou Valley — High Altitude Trekking Paradise and Lily Valley at 2,452 Meters

4. Mary Help of Christians Cathedral & Aradurah Hill (Grand Naga-Gothic Church & 16ft Wooden Cross)

A landmark Roman Catholic cathedral perched atop Aradurah Hill overlooking Kohima town. Built in a distinct semicircular Naga architectural style with high timber arches, it houses one of Asia's largest carved wooden crucifixes (16 feet high) and vibrant biblical stained glass windows.

Cathedral of Kohima — Majestic Naga-Gothic Cathedral on Aradurah Hill

5. Khonoma Green Village & Terraced Paddy Valleys (Asia's First Green Eco-Village - 20 km)

A 700 year old Angami tribal village renowned globally as Asia's first green village. Celebrated for banning hunting and commercial logging, creating the Khonoma Nature Conservation and Tragopan Sanctuary, maintaining ancient carved stone fortress gates, and cultivating lush stepped rice terraces.

Khonoma Green Village — Asia's First Certified Green Village and Angami Heritage

6. Kohima State Museum & Bayavu Hill (Tribal Morung Dioramas, Log Drums & Warrior Regalia)

An ethnographic treasure house exhibiting authentic artifacts from all 16 major Naga tribes, including ancestral warrior headgear adorned with hornbill feathers, ancient brass gongs, traditional handlooms, and life size tribal diorama displays.

7. Japfu Peak & World's Tallest Rhododendron Tree (3,048m Mountain Summit - 15 km)

The second highest mountain summit in Nagaland standing at 3,048 meters above sea level. Famous for scenic mountain trekking through misty subtropical forests and home to the Guinness World Record certified tallest Rhododendron tree (over 109 feet high).

8. Kohima Village / Bara Basti (Second Largest Village in Asia with Traditional Kharu Gates)

The ancestral Angami settlement from which modern Kohima grew, considered the second largest village in Asia. Features monumental wooden village gates (Kharu) carved with buffalo horns and warrior symbols, sacred ceremonial stone monoliths, and traditional thatch houses.

9. Mao Market & Night Carnival (Organic Highland Vegetables, Smoked Meats & King Chillies)

A bustling market in the town center where local tribal women sell organic wild mountain vegetables, fresh bamboo shoots, dried smoked pork, and legendary Raja Mircha peppers.