Christmas Holiday Packages
Where to spend Christmas in India and abroad, and how to book before it sells out.
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Festival travel
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December
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October 2026
Planning Christmas travel
Christmas falls in the peak winter season, which means good weather almost everywhere and high prices to match. Beach destinations and snow destinations are the two big pulls.
The best advice is to decide whether you want warmth or snow, then book early.
Where to go
Goa
Midnight mass, beach parties and a festive atmosphere. Very crowded and expensive in the last week of December.
Kerala and Kochi
Christmas is widely celebrated, with a pleasant climate.
Kolkata
Park Street's lights and the cake season.
Pondicherry
A French and Christian heritage mix and a relaxed mood.
Kashmir and Manali
Snow, but with road disruption risks.
Dubai and Singapore
Lights, markets and warm weather; peak prices.
Tips
- Book hotels three to four months ahead for Goa and hill stations.
- Check road conditions and snow forecasts for the mountains.
- Compare the week before Christmas with Christmas week; prices drop sharply.
- Confirm minimum-stay rules, which many hotels impose over Christmas.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to celebrate Christmas in India?
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Goa and Kerala are popular.
Is Manali good at Christmas?
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It has snow, but roads can be disrupted.
When should I book?
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Three to four months ahead.
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