Christmas and New Year in Nepal? Why not!
Come spend the holidays with us in this stunning country.
What awaits us?
After arriving in Kathmandu, we’ll head the next day to the lakeside city of Pokhara—a popular Nepali resort town full of cafés, bars, restaurants, and a charming promenade along Lake Phewa. We’ll take a boat trip on the lake and soak in the Christmas Eve atmosphere of this beautiful place (perhaps with some fresh fish from the lake!).
The following day, we’ll drive about two hours by jeep into the Himalayan foothills. In two days, we’ll reach the village of Ghorepani. At dawn, we’ll hike up to Poon Hill, a viewpoint with phenomenal sunrise views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and Hiunchuli.
Later that same day, we’ll continue trekking through the beautiful foothills to the magical town of Ghandruk, a cultural center of the Annapurna region.
Next, we’ll travel by jeep back to Pokhara and then head to
Chitwan National Park - the oldest national park in Nepal. We’ll stay at a resort on the banks of the East Rapti River. Activities include a jungle walk, canoeing to spot birds and crocodiles, and an afternoon jeep safari to see Indian rhinos, a wide range of birdlife, possibly a bear, and - if we're very lucky - even a Bengal tiger.
From Chitwan, we’ll return by jeep or van to bustling Kathmandu, where we’ll explore the cultural treasures of the valley: Patan Durbar Square, the sacred Pashupatinath Temple (where cremation ceremonies take place), and one of the largest stupas in Asia - Boudhanath. We'll enjoy sunset from the hilltop Swayambhu Temple (also known as the Monkey Temple).
Then it’s time to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu’s tourist hub, Thamel - perhaps in the famous mountaineering bar Tom & Jerry. The next day is for relaxing or shopping for gifts for family and friends.
Weather in Nepal in late december is usually good and stable, though nights can be colder.
The entire trip (departure/return) lasts 12 days, and will be led by UIMLA-certified international mountain guide Michal Gabriž. We will also be accompanied by a required local guide and a porter on the trek, who can carry up to 25 kg (1 porter per 5 people). Additional porters can be arranged upon request.
The trekking group is limited to a maximum of 10 participants.
