Visit Nepal for New Year 2026 and Christmas holiday
Nepal is listed as the happiest country in South Asia by the UN survey. Least affected by Covid and away from the chaos of ongoing war, this is the most peaceful place to travel. December & January are perfect for short treks, cultural tours, hikes and jungle safari tours.Nepal is one of the most festive places in South Asia to visit during the New Year and Christmas holiday. December and January is the best time to visit Nepal for cultural tours, short treks, wildlife and jungle safari tours. With moderate temperature, clear sky and sunny days, the Himalayas are clear and the air is much fresher. Tourist hubs like Thamel and Lakeside of Pokhara hosts live music, Gala dinner and street festivals. Be in the most surreal place with luxury to spoil you and watch the most beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas on the new day of the year 2026. Go on a short trek or just take soft adventure activities like jungle safari, paragliding, bungee jumping or a day hike.
December - January Nepal Tour Review
I spent 8 days in Kathmandu and Bhutan in January 2020. I organised my trip through itournepal. Rabi was so helpful and responsive during the planning stage. I was so excited to get there and to get going. My trip was beyond incredible - Rabi had listened and organised a trip that took in incredible sites but gave me plenty of time to wander and look for the authentic experiences you have by slowing down and interacting with people. Sarjan, my guide in Kathmandu was sensational. He was incredibly knowledgable and interesting. He was flexible which meant that we could change the itinerary and timing to ensure that I was able to linger longer at places. In Bhutan my guide Drukpa and driver Ram were the best. Drukpa again was very knowledgable and Ram such a good driver. They helped make the trek to Tigers Nest enjoyable - I am terrified of heights!! We had such a great time on our 4 day road trip - if you’re lucky Ram will even sing for you as you drive through the stunning Bhutanese countryside. I will definitely be returning to Nepal and will definitely use Rabi and his team again. If you want to discover the real Nepal use a local tour company, use itournepal. - Georgie Mary - Hong Kong
Tour for Christmas & New year 2026
8 days Nepal Tour
December and January are perfect times for the 8 days Nepal tour visiting Kathmandu Chitwan and Pokhara. December and January days are warm and sunny with average minimum temperature 2°C at night. This is the most popular tour of Nepal with culture and heritage sightseeing of Kathmandu, jungle safari at Chitwan national park and Himalayan view from Pokhara. This is the best Nepal tour recommended for your Christmas and New year 2025 holiday. Everything is open during the period and Tourist hubs of Kathmandu and Pokhara put on buntings, live music, food festivals and have Christmas dinner. 6 - 7 days Nepal tour could be customized visiting Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara.
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing.
Day 3: Drive to Chitwan National Park - 5 hrs
Day 4: Jungle safari activities. Option of elephant safari, canoe ride, jungle walk and jeep safari.
Day 5: Drive 5 hrs to Pokhara
Day 6: Pokhara tour
Day 7: Fly back to Kathmandu. Tour Bhaktapur and Patan.
Day 8: Drive to the airport for final departure.
- Private car transportation
- Guided tour w/ all entrance fees.
- Pokhara - Kathmandu flight
- Chitwan jungle safari package w/ all meals, safari activities & park fees included.
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Ghorpani - Poon Hill trek - 2 days
30 Dec - 2 Jan | मुल्य रु 19,800 |
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Poon hill trek for New year 2025
With New Year Eve at Ghorepani
Watching the New Year sunrise from Poon Hill is the most popular trip in Nepal for new year. Poon Hill, 3,200 m offers one of the best view of the Himalaya including two 8,000 m peaks, Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m) and Annapurna I (8,091 m). Dhaulagiri and Annapurna are the 7th and the 10th highest mountains in the world. Since it is short trek in the Himalayan foothills, the trek could be done throughout December and January. In fact, the sunny days with moderate temperature makes the walking very comfortable and the crisp sky guarantees the Himalayan view. This is perfect trek to take for your Christmas and New year 2025 holiday.
Duration : 7 days - 4 days Trek + 3 nights in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Max Altitude : 3,200 m
Difficulty : Moderate with continuous climb of about 1,700 m within two days.
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Annapurna Comfort Lodge trek
For those looking to walk in the foothills of Annapurna during the winter, the comfort lodge trek provides a warm and comfortable bed with a hot shower. Additionally, with all accommodations situated at relatively low altitudes, it is delightful to conclude each day by relaxing in their lovely gardens during the warm evenings, taking in the stunning views and reflecting on the day's journey.
This short and relatively easy trekking route is dominated by the view of Annapurna South, Huinchuli and Machhapuchhre (Mt Fishtail).
The lower altitude and availability of warm comfort lodges make it the best trek for New Year and Christmas holiday 2025.
Spiritual tour of Nepal
Lumbini - Kapilavastu Tour - 3 days
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Travel Nepal during the New year and Christmas holiday
December being a shoulder season for Nepal, flights are likely to be cheaper than many other destinations. If you are not a hardcore trekker, Christmas and New year holiday is the best time to travel as winter days are mostly warm and sunny.
Plan your Nepal holiday during Christmas and New year
- Don't plan high altitude treks.
- Plan visits to tropical destinations like Chitwan and Bardia national park and Lumbini.
- Hill stations like Bandipur, Nagarkot, Astam offer walking with a comfortable lodge.
- Prepare for weather ranging between 20°C to -5°C.
- Pack with dresses considering warm days and chilly nights.
One Week trips of Nepal
Now you can do major treks or see the must visit places of Nepal within a week's holiday. The extension of roads and airstiprs made inbound travel shorter making it possible to spend most of your week's holiday trekking or visiting the major destinations. Check our week's itineraries for Everest, Annapurna, Langtang trek and popular Nepal tours. Write to us to customize Nepal trek and tour during your Christmas and New Year 2026 holiday.
Nepal Holiday 2026 with us:
- Support local company.
- Expertise over 20 years.
- Cost effective Treks.
- Cultural immersion experience.
- High quality services.
- Eco friendly & sustainable practices.
Nature and wildlife tour of Nepal
December / January is also best time for nature and wildlife tour of Nepal. The tour could be customized as wildlife photography tour as well.New Year 2025 holiday ideas
Short trek in Nepal
Be in the most surreal place for this Christmas and New Year holiday. Watch the most exciting sunrise view over the Himalayas on the very first day of New Year 2026.
Everest Helicopter Tour
A helicopter flight to Everest base camp is the best Everest experience tour for those short of time. In 3 hrs long flight, you can land at the Everest Base Camp and have breakfast in Everest View Hotel.
Family Holiday in Nepal
Nepal is the best family holiday destination with soft adventure, education tour and wildlife safaris.
Must to do & stay in NepalNepal in January
Nepal Tour, trek and travel tips for January 2025.Optional Activities
Everest sightseeing Flight
The 1 hr. fixed wing Himalayan sightseeing flight is the best way to see Mt Everest and other peaks east of Kathmandu.- Window Seat
- Everest View
- Airport
Hiking around Pokhara
Pokhara is the base for beautiful hiking in the foothills of the Annapurna. Short hiking could be planned for a day or two.
