Across The Naga Heartland
Culture, Villages & Stories
[6 Days]

Across Naga Heartlands: Culture, Villages & Stories

Nagaland’s hills are a tapestry of cultures, legends, and timeless village life. This 6-day journey through Nagaland’s tribal territory and the capital city takes you through Kohima’s historic layers, the conservation traditions of Khonoma, the Angami settlements of Kigwema and Touphema, and deep into the Ao Naga heartland of Mokokchung. Expect immersive guided walks, heritage insights, landscapes that shift from forested slopes to highland panoramas, and authentic interactions with local communities. Designed for travellers who seek culture, storytelling, and slow exploration, this Nagaland tour package captures the spirit of the Naga hills in a way that stays with you long after the journey ends.

Nagaland One Week Tour Itinerary

Let’s have a quick look at how this one-week Nagaland itinerary looks like.

  • Day 1: Dimapur To Kohima *Can also start from Guwahati
  • Day 2: Kohima Local Tour To Khonoma (Half Day) To Kohima
  • Day 3: Kohima To Kigwema To Kisama To Kohima
  • Day 4: Kohima To Touphema To Mokokchung
  • Day 5: Mokokchung (Guided Tour through Ao Naga Villages)
  • Day 6: Mokokchung To Dimapur/Jorhat

Day 1: Dimapur To Kohima

Arrive at Dimapur and drive up to Kohima, an enjoyable 3-hour ddrive through the plains and hills of Nagaland. After checking in at your stay, time permitting, step out to get a feel of the city.

First View of Kohima
First view of Kohima Town

If you reach before it gets dark, the evening is mostly free.

Day 2: Kohima Local Tour To Khonoma (Half Day) To Kohima [Guided Tour]

Begin the day with a relaxed Kohima tour covering the Cathedral, viewpoints, and town landmarks. Start with a visit to the World War II Cemetery for context for the region’s wartime history. Explore the local market, the rhythms of everyday life, fresh produce, smoked meats, and bamboo crafts.

Kohima as seen from the World War II Cemetery

Post-lunch, head to Khonoma, India’s first Green Village, known for its conservation practices and strong community traditions. Walk through terraced fields, Morungs, and clan spaces while learning about its unique blend of history and sustainability. Return to Kohima for the evening.

Kohonoma Guided Walking tour
Every frame in Khonoma is serene

Day 3: Kohima To Kigwema To Kisama To Kohima

Drive to Kigwema village, a scenic Angami village with traditional homes and rich origin legends. Continue to Kisama Heritage Village, the venue where the iconic Hornbill Festival happens every year. While at Kisama, explore the Morungs of major Naga tribes. With your guide by your side, offering insights into architecture, symbolism, and cultural identity, explore all the big and small morungs.

Naga Tribal Morungs - Kisama Heritage Village
Exploring Naga Tribal Morungs – Kisama Heritage Village

Return to Kohima by evening. Time permitting, take a detour to the Kohima Cathedral for gorgeous sunset views of Kohima town.

Day 4: Kohima To Touphema To Mokokchung

Start early and head towards Mokokchung, stopping at Touphema, a community-run heritage village preserving Angami settlement patterns and stories. Continue the drive through rolling hills and forested stretches, arriving in Mokokchung by late afternoon. Relax or take a short orientation walk in the town.

View from Longkhum Village - Mokokchung
View from Longkhum Village – Mokokchung

Day 5: Mokokchung (Guided Tour – Ao Naga Villages)

Spend the day exploring the Ao Naga heartland. Visit Ungma, one of the oldest Ao settlements, followed by Longkhum, known for its panoramic views and its roots in historic warrior routes. Interact with community elders or artisans (subject to availability) and explore Morungs, log drums, clan structures, and heritage sites.

Mokokchung guided village walk
Mokokchung guided village walk

Return to Mokokchung for the evening.

Day 6: Mokokchung To Dimapur/Jorhat

Start early after breakfast, retracing your route back to Dimapur. Trip ends with drop at Jorhat or Dimapur as per your preference. Should you wish to delve into the tribal life of Arunachal Pradesh, you can also end this trip in Dibrugarh, which is the base for many beautiful tribal trips to Eastern Arunachal Pradesh, such as the Mechuka Tour and Anini Tour.

Inclusions

  • All permits for Indian nationals as required.
  • All Toll Charges.
  • A dedicated vehicle with a driver cum guide for the entire trip.
  • Local guide wherever required.
  • Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
  • Breakfast on all mornings from Day 2 till the last day’s check-out.

Exclusions

  • Any personal/sanitary/medical expenses.
  • Any unplanned extension in the number of days staying.
  • Food and snacks.
  • ILP/PAP/RAP Fee for non-Indians.
  • Parking Fee.
  • Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions section above.
  • 5% GST.
  • Any Gratuity money.

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