Nepal Xmas & New Year Special Trip
Celebrate Christmas & New Year Across Kathmandu, Pokhara & the Mustang Himalayas
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About This Journey
Celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year with Go Alive on an unforgettable journey through Nepal’s cultural cities, peaceful lakes, Himalayan valleys and traditional mountain villages.
This 7-day group journey takes you from the historic streets and sacred landmarks of Kathmandu to the lakeside atmosphere of Pokhara before continuing deep into the spectacular Mustang region.
Experience sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot, explore the traditional village of Marpha, visit the sacred Muktinath Temple and discover ancient Kagbeni while travelling through the dramatic Kali Gandaki Valley.
The journey combines culture, mountain landscapes, road travel, local villages, spiritual destinations, group experiences and nightlife to create a festive adventure that goes beyond a typical Nepal sightseeing holiday.
Designed for travellers who want a mix of exploration, community travel and Himalayan experiences, this Go Alive Christmas & New Year journey offers a memorable way to discover several different sides of Nepal.
Trip Highlights
- 7 Days / 6 Nights Nepal Festive Group Journey
- Kathmandu Cultural & Heritage Experience
- Swayambhunath Stupa – Monkey Temple
- Patan Durbar Square
- Pashupatinath Temple
- Kathmandu Pub Crawl Experience
- Pokhara Lakeside Experience
- Phewa Lake
- Sarangkot Sunrise Over the Annapurna Range
- Pumdikot Shiva Statue
- Begnas Lake
- Kali Gandaki Valley Road Journey
- Rupse Waterfall
- Traditional Marpha Village
- Thini Village & Viewpoint
- Sacred Muktinath Temple
- Ancient Kagbeni Village
- Pokhara Food Tasting Walk
- 6 Breakfasts + 6 Dinners
- Experienced Trip Captain & Local Support
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu | Heritage Tour & Pub Crawl
Arrive in Kathmandu and meet your trip leader along with the fellow travellers joining your Nepal journey.
Transfer to the hotel, complete the check-in formalities and take some time to relax after your flight.
Later, begin exploring Kathmandu with a visit to Swayambhunath Stupa, popularly known as the Monkey Temple, and enjoy panoramic views across the city.
Continue towards Patan Durbar Square to experience centuries-old temples, courtyards and traditional architecture before visiting the sacred Pashupatinath Temple beside the Bagmati River.
After returning to the hotel, enjoy dinner and later join the group for a Kathmandu pub crawl. Club entry charges are payable separately.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight Stay: Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara | Phewa Lake & Lakeside
Start the day with breakfast and begin the scenic road journey towards Pokhara.
Travel through winding mountain roads, rivers, terraced fields and hillside villages before reaching Pokhara by afternoon.
After checking in, head towards Phewa Lake for a relaxed walk around the waterfront. An optional boat ride towards Tal Barahi Temple can also be experienced separately.
Spend the evening exploring Pokhara’s lively Lakeside area, cafés, shops and mountain surroundings.
Optional nightlife at local clubs can be enjoyed at additional cost.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Pokhara
Day 3: Sarangkot Sunrise | Pumdikot | Begnas Lake
Begin the day early with a drive towards Sarangkot to witness sunrise over the Annapurna range and the iconic Machhapuchhre peak.
The reference itinerary schedules the Sarangkot departure at approximately 4:30 AM, followed by a return to the hotel for breakfast and rest.
Later, visit the impressive Pumdikot Shiva Statue and enjoy panoramic views over Pokhara Valley.
Continue towards the peaceful Begnas Lake before returning to Pokhara for an evening at leisure.
A guided food-tasting walk is included, although the food purchased during the walk is payable directly by travellers.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Pokhara
Day 4: Pokhara to Marpha | Kali Gandaki Valley
After breakfast, begin the journey towards Nepal’s Mustang region through the dramatic Kali Gandaki Valley.
Watch the scenery gradually change from lush green hills to rugged Himalayan terrain as you travel deeper into the mountains.
Stop at the beautiful Rupse Waterfall and, if time permits, visit the natural hot springs around Tatopani.
Arrive in Marpha by evening and explore its traditional whitewashed houses, narrow stone pathways and famous apple-growing surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Marpha
Day 5: Thini Village | Muktinath Temple
Start the morning with a visit to Thini Village followed by a short hike towards a viewpoint overlooking the Mustang Valley and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Continue towards the sacred Muktinath Temple, one of the region’s important pilgrimage destinations.
Explore the temple complex, including its famous 108 water spouts, and spend some time experiencing the peaceful high-altitude surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Muktinath
Day 6: Kagbeni | Return to Pokhara
After breakfast, visit the ancient village of Kagbeni, known as a gateway to Upper Mustang.
Explore its narrow traditional alleys, monasteries and old-world Himalayan character before beginning the return drive towards Pokhara.
Travel once again through the spectacular Kali Gandaki Valley and arrive in Pokhara for the final evening of the journey.
Spend the evening relaxing with your group, enjoying food, conversations and the lakeside atmosphere.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Pokhara
Day 7: Pokhara to Kathmandu | Departure
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the road journey back towards Kathmandu.
If time permits, visit Boudhanath Stupa before proceeding towards the airport for your onward journey.
The reference recommends booking return flights after approximately 8:00 PM because of the road journey from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Return home with unforgettable memories of Kathmandu, Pokhara, Marpha, Muktinath, Kagbeni and Nepal’s Himalayan landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 6 Nights Accommodation at Selected Partner Stays
- Combination of 4 Star Hotels & Homestays as per Itinerary
- 6 Breakfasts
- 6 Dinners
- All Ground Transportation in Private Vehicle
- Common Kathmandu Airport Pickup & Drop
- All Applicable Inner Line Permits
- Driver Allowances
- Toll Taxes
- Parking Charges
- Experienced Trip Captain
- On-Ground Local Support Team
- Pre-Trip Planning Assistance
- 24×7 On-Trip Assistance
- Kathmandu Pub Crawl Transportation
- Guided Pokhara Food Tasting Walk
Not Included
- International / Domestic Travel to Kathmandu Before the Trip
- Return Travel from Kathmandu After the Trip
- Lunches
- Meals, Snacks & Beverages Not Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Mineral Water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Monument Entry Fees
- Temple Entry Fees
- Sightseeing Attraction Entry Fees
- Club Entry Charges During Pub Crawl
- Food Purchased During the Pokhara Food Tasting Walk
- Optional Pokhara Adventure Activities
- Optional Phewa Lake Boat Ride
- Additional 4WD Charges if Required Due to Poor Road Conditions
- Personal Expenses
- Additional Expenses Caused by Weather, Natural Calamities or Unforeseen Circumstances
- Anything Not Specifically Mentioned Under Package Inclusions
Package Costing
Triple Sharing
Package Price: ₹37,999 Per Person
Occupancy: Triple Sharing
Double Sharing
Package Price: ₹39,999 Per Person
Occupancy: Double Sharing
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Meals: 6 Breakfasts + 6 Dinners
Accommodation: Selected 4 Star Hotels & Homestays as per Itinerary
Transportation: Private Vehicle
Additional 4WD charges may apply if poor road conditions require a vehicle upgrade for any particular section.
Final Go Alive package pricing is subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
Available Batches
Christmas Special Departure
Travel Dates: 19 December 2026 – 25 December 2026
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
New Year Special Departure
Travel Dates: 27 December 2026 – 02 January 2027
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Starting Price: ₹37,999 Per Person
Availability: Limited Festive Departures
Please confirm final seat availability and Kathmandu flight timings with the Go Alive team before booking.
- Please confirm final package and batch availability before booking flights to Kathmandu.
- Arrival flights should preferably land in Kathmandu before approximately 12:00 PM on Day 1 to avoid missing planned sightseeing.
- Travellers may also arrive one day earlier and arrange an additional Kathmandu stay separately.
- Return flights on Day 7 should preferably depart after approximately 8:00 PM.
- An additional final night in Kathmandu is not included if travellers choose to depart the following day.
- This is a road-trip itinerary with long daily drives. The standard schedule generally involves waking at approximately 7:00 AM and departing around 8:00 AM.
- If poor road conditions require a 4WD vehicle for any section of the journey, the additional cost will be borne by the travellers.
- Monument, temple and attraction entry fees are not included.
- The Kathmandu pub crawl includes transportation between venues, but club entry charges are payable separately.
- The Pokhara food-tasting walk is guided, but travellers pay directly for the food they choose.
- Accommodation in Marpha / Jomsom and Muktinath may be provided in boutique-style homestays.
- Meal options in remote regions may be simpler and more limited due to accessibility.
- Optional activities such as bungee jumping and zip-lining in Pokhara should generally be confirmed in advance and are payable separately.
- Sarangkot sunrise requires a very early morning departure.
- Road, mountain and weather conditions may affect the exact execution of transfers and sightseeing.
- Final hotel details, pickup timings, vehicle arrangements and operational information will be communicated before departure.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be communicated to Go Alive through an official communication channel.
- Booking amounts paid towards confirmed reservations may be non-refundable.
- Cancellation charges will depend on the cancellation date and amounts already committed towards hotels, homestays, transportation, permits and other travel services.
- Christmas and New Year departures may carry stricter cancellation conditions because they operate during peak travel dates.
- Cancellation close to departure may attract substantial or complete cancellation charges.
- No-show bookings may be treated as non-refundable.
- Airline and other third-party services will follow their respective cancellation terms.
The final cancellation conditions applicable to your Go Alive booking will be shared before confirmation.
Privacy Policy
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Where necessary to complete the booking, relevant traveller information may be shared with accommodation providers, transport operators, permit authorities, local coordinators and other travel-service suppliers.
Personal information will be used only for legitimate booking, operational and communication requirements in accordance with Go Alive’s privacy practices.
Please refer to the official Go Alive Privacy Policy for complete information regarding the collection, use, storage and protection of personal information.
Frequently Asked Questions
6 QuestionsEverything you may want to know before booking this journey.
01 Where does the Nepal trip start and end?
The journey starts and ends in Kathmandu. Common airport pickup and drop are included according to the confirmed group schedule.
02 What meals are included in the Nepal package?
The package includes 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Lunches, snacks, beverages, mineral water and alcoholic drinks are not included unless specifically stated otherwise.
03 What type of accommodation is provided?
The trip uses selected hotels and homestays. The reference describes the accommodation as a combination of 4 Star hotels and homestays, with boutique-style homestays possible in remote areas such as Marpha / Jomsom and Muktinath.
04 Is the Kathmandu pub crawl included?
The pub crawl experience and transport between selected venues are included, but entry fees charged by individual pubs or clubs are payable separately.
05 Are monument and temple entry tickets included?
No. Entry fees for monuments, temples, sightseeing locations and other attractions are not included unless specifically added to the final Go Alive booking.
06 What happens if road conditions in Mustang are poor?
The trip normally uses private ground transportation. If road conditions require a 4WD vehicle for a particular section, a suitable vehicle may be arranged and the additional cost may need to be shared by the travellers.