Dimapur Trip Overview
Tour will begin with pick up from Dimapur airport, from here drive to Kohima the capital city of Nagaland. Nagaland is home to diverse indigenous tribes, with festivals and markets celebrating the different tribal culture. In Kohima visit the War Cemetery & State Museum which exhibits ancient weaponry, ceremonial drum and other traditional Naga cultural artifacts. Then hike to Khonoma villages to stay with a host and explore the surrounding with them. Further drive to Imphal the capital of Manipur & explore the Keibul Lamjao National Park the only floating park in the world & Loktak Lake from there.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Dimapur, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Dimapur, Nagaland, India
Tour will begin with pick up from Dimapur airport, from here drive to Kohima the capital city of Nagaland. Nagaland is home to diverse indigenous tribes, with festivals and markets celebrating the different tribal culture. In Kohima visit the War Cemetery & State Museum which exhibits ancient weaponry, ceremonial drum and other traditional Naga cultural artifacts. Then hike to Khonoma villages to stay with a host and explore the surrounding with them. Further drive to Imphal the capital of Manipur & explore the Keibul Lamjao National Park the only floating park in the world & Loktak Lake from there.
Itinerary
Day 1: Dimapur – Kohima (70kms/ 3hrs approx)
Stop At: Kohima, Kohima, Kohima District, Nagaland
On arrival at Dimapur airport meet your driver and guide and proceed to Kohima. On arrival check in at your hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax and explore the surrounding. Dinner &
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Kohima
Stop At: Kohima, Kohima, Kohima District, Nagaland
Breakfast at hotel. Visit the State Museum where you get a glimpse of the tribal life and colourful costumes of the Nagas. The local market where many insects and variety of food products that the Nagas call delicacies are sold. The II World War Memorial where the famous ‘Tennis Court’ battle took place, which many historians have called the ‘bloodiest battle’. Return to hotel for lunch. After lunch we visit Kisama Heritage Village. This is the site where the annual Hornbill festival from the 1st Dec-7th Dec is celebrated. Here you will get a glimpse of the different architectural styled houses of the 16 tribes of Nagaland. Return to your hotel
Duration: 6 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Kohima – Khonoma (20kms/ 1hrs approx)
Stop At: Khonoma, Khonoma, Kohima District, Nagaland
Breakfast at hotel drive to Khonoma, a village with its own unique story of courage and valour. The villagers fought a pitched battle against the British who came on an expedition to the Naga Hills in Oct of 1879. The terraced fields on the slopes near the village provide a delightful view. The village is also known for its artisans and craftsmen. Spend the day interacting with the villagers. We take a delightful walk to Khonoma village from the main gate. Take a tour of the village after lunch and feel the history come to life.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel
Day 4: Khonoma
Stop At: Khonoma, Khonoma, Kohima District, Nagaland
Explore the surroundings. This morning we take a soft trekking route through the reserve forest to the Tragopan bird sanctuary. Have picnic lunch cooked in open fire and return by early evening to the village.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel
Day 5: Khonoma – Imphal (150kms/ 4hrs approx)
Stop At: Imphal, Imphal, Imphal West District, Manipur
After breakfast drive to Imphal check in at hotel. Later city tour covering monuments, temples and ceremonial places highlighting Imphal’s rich past. Visit Kangla Fort Palace once the seat of local rulers, and now houses relics. Centuries-old Polo Ground, Manipur State Museum which displays includes tribal artifacts and a large royal boat. Next to the former Royal Palace, Shri Shri Govindaji Temple has twin domes, a large hall and shrines to Hindu gods. Also visit the Khwairamband Bazaar and the War Cemeteries.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Imphal – Keibul Lamjao National Park – Imphal (150kms/ 8hrs approx round)
Stop At: Keibul Lamjao National Park, Keibul Lamjao Road, 795133 India
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to visit the Keibul Lamjao National Park (the only foating park in the world). It is the last natural habitat of the marsh dwelling brow-antiered deer locally called ‘Sangai’. Drive to Moirang, the ancient capital of the Manipuri Kings. It is also the centre of Meithei culture. Visit Loktak and Sendra Island. Loktak Lake is the largest fresh water lake in the North East. Watch the unique floating islands ‘Phumdi’ that are actually floating weeds on which people live ! Evening back to Imphal
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel
Day 7: Imphal – Departure (flight)
Pass By: Imphal, Imphal, Imphal West District, Manipur
Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
