Overview
An in-depth Nagaland journey covering Kohima's heritage sites, a trek into the scenic Dzukou Valley, and off-beat Angami Naga villages such as Zakhama, Kigwema, Khonoma and Dzuleke, finishing with Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati. Priced at Rs 25,300 per person for a group of 6 travelling in a Toyota Innova with carrier. Note: source document header says "9N&10D" and lists Day 1 through Day 9, so the itinerary itself totals 9 days / 8 nights.
Highlights
- Kisama Heritage Village and Kohima's largest cathedral in Northeast India
- Trek to Dzukou Valley with overnight stay/camping
- Zakhama and Kigwema Angami villages with WWII landmarks
- Khonoma Green Village and Dzuleke valley birdwatching
- Pfutsero - Nagaland's highest, coldest town, and Kapamodzu Valley
- Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati
Day-Wise Itinerary
Guwahati to Kohima
Arrival, transfer from Guwahati/Dimapur airport to Kohima (380 km, 10-11 hrs). Check into homestay/hotel, evening stroll in local market. Overnight at homestay.
Kohima sightseeing - Kisama Heritage Village
Visit Kisama Heritage Village (Hornbill Festival venue), the State Museum, and the largest Catholic Cathedral in Northeast India. Overnight in Kohima.
Trek to Dzukou Valley
Drive 20 km to Viswema, trek 3-4 hours to Dzukou Valley Rest House amid panoramic mountain and meadow views. Overnight at Dzukou Valley Rest House or camping under the stars.
Explore Zakhama
Enjoy the valley views, hike back to Viswema and return to Kohima. Visit Zakhama Village, known for traditional Angami Naga culture. Rest and relax in Zakhama.
Zakhama & Kigwema village tour
Guided tour of Zakhama's scenic landscapes and traditional Angami architecture, then Kigwema village with WWII Japanese-base history and Paatal Lok 2 filming locations. Return to Kohima for overnight stay.
Khonoma & Dzuleke day excursion
Visit Khonoma Green Village, home of the Angami tribe practising conservation agriculture, then Dzuleke valley for short hikes, birdwatching (including Blyth's Tragopan) and riverside exploration. Return to Kohima. Overnight at homestay.
Kohima to Pfutsero & Kapamodzu Valley
Drive to Pfutsero (60 km, 2 hrs), Nagaland's highest and coldest town, visiting Baptist Church, terraced farms and vegetable markets, then Kapamodzu Valley meadow. Return to Kohima for a relaxing evening. Overnight in Kohima.
Kohima to Guwahati
Drive back to Guwahati (380 km, 9-10 hrs). Evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel/homestay.
Departure
Visit Kamakhya Temple, then transfer to the airport for onward journey.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Hotels: 8 nights accommodation on double occupancy using homestay/similar
- Meals: All breakfasts included
- Transfers: All airport pickup and drop
- Sightseeing: Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Activities: Guided experiences on Day 5, Day 6 and Day 7
- All toll tax, parking, vehicle fuel and driver night-stay charges included
- Complete assistance by representatives throughout the trip
- Off-beat locations included for best experience
What's Excluded
- Details available on request
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