Explore the 'Hornbill Festival Motorcycling Trip' by Trip 360

1. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Overview The North-East of India is arguably one of the wildest, least explored and most culturally appealing parts of India. Add to that the Hornbill festival, or the 'festival of festivals' which draws tons of tourists from all over the world each year to showcase it's unique tribal culture, with its traditions and extravagance. We drive from Guwahati, Assam into Nagaland with many must-see stops along the way for a glimpse at the wildlife, natural beauty and culture that makes the North East the attraction for adventurers that it is today. Highlights: • Explore Kaziranga National park • Attend the fascinating Hornbill Festival • Trek to Puliebadze peak, which offers a bird's eye view of Kohima • Visit Zhavame village, dotted with traditional tribal Naga houses Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 1/10

2. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Detailed Itinerary We begin our ride today from Guwahati. We spent 5-hours on a reasonably good road and stop for a local lunch. Check in to your resort in Kaziranga and book your activity for the next day. (You could sign up for an elephant safari, a jeep safari, a boat ride on the Brahmaputra or visit a tea estate). Riding Distance : 215 km Meals - NA Day 1 Start your day early with the Elephant Safari [if available]. Return to your resort for breakfast and then head out to the nearby tea estates to buy some Assam tea. Meals - Breakfast After lunch, you can go for an afternoon Jeep Safari. We recommend sleeping early as you will be on the road for much of the next day. Day 2 Start your day early with some riding around the National Park or take part in some activities. You could also start your day with a leisurely breakfast at the resort and then start your 7 hour journey towards Kohima. The ride is steep and windy as we incline towards Kohima. Have lunch at Dimapur and continue on your journey to Kohima. We have dinner at the camp around a bonfire, where we brief you on what you will be doing for the next few days. Riding Distance : 240 km Meals - Breakfast, dinner Day 3 The vibrant Hornbill Festival has a central area where traditional songs and dances were performed by each tribe. Not only that, but you can also explore the shopping area for traditional arts and crafts and taste delicious food from the chefs in the Naga Chef competition. Have a traditional lunch at Kisama Village. Return to the campsite for the night. Meals - Breakfast, dinner Day 4 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 2/10

3. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Detailed Itinerary Start your day with breakfast at the campsite and we ride to Khonoma Village. Take a guided walk through the village, followed by lunch. Take a walk to the terraced fields of the village and later visit the Mithun Sanctuary, and try to spot the local Bison! Head on further to Dzulakie Area for a little picnic. Return to campsite in the evening. Riding Distance : 45 km Meals - Breakfast Day 5 Today, have a hearty breakfast and trek to Puliebadze peak with a guide - a short, 45-minute walk from the base camp. Here, you can see a beautiful bird's eye view of Kohima. We head back to Kohima in the evening and attend the night carnival. Meals - Breakfast Day 6 Today, you will witness the closing ceremony of the Hornbill Festival, which ends with the Unity Dance around a huge campfire. After we have had our share of enjoyment, we return to the campsite. Have dinner around yet another bonfire. Meals - Breakfast, dinner Day 7 We ride to Phusachodu Village after breakfast. The ride there is about 3 hours long. We will meet you at the village and take you for a guided walk through the village, here you will learn about the history and culture of the village. After the walk, enjoy a traditional dinner with local rice beer. Stay overnight at the guesthouse in the village. Riding Distance : 100 km Meals - Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 8 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 3/10

4. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Detailed Itinerary Wake up and have breakfast at the guesthouse. Ride to Zhavame Village with a guide to lead the way. Take a guided walk/ ride through the village and learn about the history and culture of the village. The Zhavame Village is inhabited by the Chakhesang tribe with a number of traditional Naga tribal houses. You can also visit the fields which this village is famous for and drive up to the Kapamodzu range from where you can see the neighbouring villages of Manipur. We ride back to Kohima for the night. Riding Distance : 150 km Meals - Breakfast, dinner Day 9 Have breakfast at the campsite and depart from Kohima to reach Guwahati. Your trip ends here. Please share your feedback on adventure@trip360.com. Riding Distance : 350 km Meals - Breakfast Day 10 Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 4/10

5. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Price Twin Sharing Accommodation Hub Pillion 45000 Rider 58000 Ex Guwahati Dates Ex Guwahati 04 Dec2017 Inclusions / Exclusions Inclusions • 09 nights' accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary. • Royal Enfield 350 cc. • Support vehicle. • Mechanic. • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary. • Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary. • Guides. • English speaking Road Captain. • Travel insurance. • First aid kit. Exclusions • Any transport to / from Guwahati. Your tour price starts Ex Guwahati. • Sleeping Bags at campsite - get your own, or we'll procure one from Guwahati at market prices. • Personal expenses, tips, laundry, telephone calls, personal medicines, alcoholic beverages. • Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control. • Any items / services not specifically mentioned under inclusions. • Jungle safaris and park entry fee for Kaziranga. • Cost of petrol and spare parts of any kind. • Goods and Services Tax of 5%. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 5/10

6. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Motorbike Include Bikes • ModelRoyal Enfield 350 CC Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 6/10

7. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Travel Tips Type of Accommodation Our package includes a decent accommodation (hotel or resort or camp or homestay). The accommodation is on twin sharing basis. However single accommodation can also be provided with additional cost. Type of Food The food will be primarily Indian along with Continental cuisine and local food. Clothes to Carry Appropriate equipment is a component of a successful journey! Travel lightly, try to stay under 45 lbs (20 kg). Bags: • A sailor bag would be perfect, a walker's bag too (without steel bar). You can close it with a padlock if you want to (Don't forget to tag it before leaving with your address). • A small backpack of 20 litres is advised for daily necessities such as camera, sunscreen lotion. Clothes and personal equipment: • Good quality helmet • Waterproof riding gear, or suitable clothing to ride in cold conditions which protects you in an unlikely spill; like leather pants or jeans • Rain gear, if riding gear is not waterproof • Riding boots or hiking boots • Riding gloves since it is cold out there and Enfield does not have heated grips • Thermal inner wear • Nightwear and casual clothing for time away from the motorcycle • Flip-flops or spare set of boots • Balaclava • Spare set of spectacles if applicable • Driving license • Headlamp with one set of spare batteries Personal Medicine • Sun screen lotion • Lip balm • Broad-spectrum antibiotic • Paracetamol • Anti-diarrhoea • Elastoplast • Skin disinfectant • Bandages and special blisters bandage • If you are taking any medication, carry them from home Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 7/10

8. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Equipment Checklist Special Motorcycle Clothes: • Motorcycle boots are strongly advised or ankle high shoes • Motorbike jacket (synthetic preferred) • Motorbike pant (synthetic preferred) • A rain suit (just in case!) • Gloves • Helmet • Bandana Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 8/10

9. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Travel Tips Our Crew We will have a Tour leader who will be guiding you on the tour. In addition to the tour leader, you will also have a bike technician who will assist you in case you have any trouble with your bike. Medical facilities Available Basic medical kit will be available, however ambulance with doctor and other paramedics can be provided with an additional cost. Luggage Info Equipment Checklist (things to carry) -It is advisable to carry only one luggage by each rider. Additional support vehicle, for extra guest can be provided with an extra cost. Books to Read Nagaland: A Journey to India's Forgotten Frontier by Jonathan Glancey, a Britisher whose colonial and childhood roots are set in Nagaland, weeps for the beauty and the tragedy of the Naga hills. Strangers In The Mist: Tales Of War And Peace From India's Northeast. Revised Edition bySanjoy Hazarika chronicles the factors that led to the development of militancy in Northeast India through a journalist's eyes. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 9/10

10. HORNBILL FESTIVAL MOTORCYCLING TRIP 10 days, 9 nights Travel Tips Approximate Group Size 8-12 Money to carry INR 11000 to 12000 Tipping All tipping is optional and by no means mandatory, however if you feel that your staff have performed excellently, it is a great way to let them know you appreciate their efforts. Places to eat Plenty of places to eat en route. Call:1800 123 6898 E-mail : adventure@trip360.com Website: http://www.trip360.com/biking 10/10