{"id":1513,"date":"2026-09-26T19:39:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-26T14:09:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/?p=1513"},"modified":"2026-09-29T17:05:57","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T11:35:57","slug":"christmas-group-trip-from-delhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas 2026 Group Trip from Delhi by Tempo Traveller"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Christmas 2026 falls on a Friday, which turns 25\u201327 December into a ready-made three-day weekend. Add one day of leave on Monday the 28th, and you have four full days- enough for a snowy hill station, a riverside camp or a winter heritage city. For a Christmas group trip from Delhi with 8 to 25 people, one tempo traveller on rent is the simplest and cheapest way to get everyone there together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide answers the questions groups actually ask us every December: where to go, how long the drive takes, what it costs, and what can go wrong on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#Why_is_Christmas_a_good_time_for_a_group_trip_from_Delhi\" >Why is Christmas a good time for a group trip from Delhi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#Where_should_you_go_for_Christmas_from_Delhi_by_road\" >Where should you go for Christmas from Delhi by road?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#4-day_Itinerary_to_Manali_from_Delhi_for_Christmas\" >4-day Itinerary to Manali from Delhi for Christmas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#How_much_does_a_Christmas_tempo_traveller_trip_from_Delhi_cost\" >How much does a Christmas tempo traveller trip from Delhi cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#What_can_go_wrong_on_a_December_hill_trip_and_how_do_you_avoid_it\" >What can go wrong on a December hill trip, and how do you avoid it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#How_early_should_you_book_a_tempo_traveller_for_Christmas_vacation\" >How early should you book a tempo traveller for Christmas vacation?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/christmas-group-trip-from-delhi\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Christmas_a_good_time_for_a_group_trip_from_Delhi\"><\/span>Why is Christmas a good time for a group trip from Delhi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The long weekend is the main reason. Offices, colleges, and schools slow down in the last week of December, so it is easier to get a full group free on the same dates. Delhi winter is cold and smoggy, which makes a trip to fresh mountain air or a sunny Rajasthan fort feel worth the drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The catch is demand. Christmas to New Year is the busiest week of the year for hill stations and for vehicle bookings. Hotels in Manali and Shimla fill up by early December, and the best vehicles are booked two to three weeks ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_you_go_for_Christmas_from_Delhi_by_road\"><\/span>Where should you go for Christmas from Delhi by road?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick the destination based on what your group wants-snow, a party, calm, or culture and on how many driving hours people will tolerate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Destination<\/th><th>Distance from Delhi (approx.)<\/th><th>Drive time (approx.)<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><th>Ideal trip length<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Manali<\/td><td>540 km<\/td><td>12\u201314 hrs<\/td><td>Snow, caf\u00e9s, Christmas and New Year crowd<\/td><td>4\u20135 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shimla\u2013Kufri<\/td><td>350 km<\/td><td>8\u20139 hrs<\/td><td>Christmas at the Ridge and Christ Church, families<\/td><td>3\u20134 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rishikesh<\/td><td>240 km<\/td><td>6\u20137 hrs<\/td><td>Camping, bonfires, Ganga aarti, budget groups<\/td><td>2\u20133 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jaipur<\/td><td>280 km<\/td><td>5\u20136 hrs<\/td><td>Warm winter sun, forts, seniors, and families<\/td><td>2\u20133 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Amritsar<\/td><td>450 km<\/td><td>8\u20139 hrs<\/td><td>Golden Temple, Wagah border, food lovers<\/td><td>3 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Manali<\/strong> is the first choice for groups who want snow. Snowfall is never guaranteed on a fixed date, but late December often brings it to Solang and the upper roads. If snow is the whole point of the trip, read our guide on <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/tag\/snowfall-in-manali\/\">snowfall in Manali<\/a> before you fix dates, and book a <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/tempo-traveller-delhi-to-manali\">tempo traveller from Delhi to Manali<\/a> early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Shimla<\/strong> has the most &#8220;Christmas&#8221; feel of any hill station near Delhi. Christ Church on the Ridge, lights on Mall Road and the colonial buildings make it popular with families. It is also a shorter drive, so it suits a three-day plan. See our <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/delhi-to-shimla-tempo-traveller\">Delhi to Shimla tempo traveller<\/a> page for fares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rishikesh and Jaipur<\/strong> are the safe picks for groups with elders or small children. No snow-blocked roads, shorter drives, and plenty to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-day_Itinerary_to_Manali_from_Delhi_for_Christmas\"><\/span>4-day Itinerary to Manali from Delhi for Christmas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the plan most of our December groups follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thu 24 Dec, night:<\/strong> Leave Delhi around 8\u20139 pm after work. Drive overnight on the plains stretch to reach the hills by morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fri 25 Dec:<\/strong> Reach Manali by late morning, check in and rest. Evening at Mall Road and Old Manali caf\u00e9s for Christmas dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sat 26 Dec:<\/strong> Solang Valley for snow activities, then Hadimba Temple and Vashisht hot springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sun 27 Dec:<\/strong> Morning at leisure or a short trip toward Atal Tunnel if the road is open. Start the return drive after lunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mon 28 Dec:<\/strong> Reach Delhi early morning.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The overnight drive saves a full day, but mountain roads should be driven in daylight. Plan so the night driving stays on the Delhi\u2013Chandigarh\u2013Kiratpur plains section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_Christmas_tempo_traveller_trip_from_Delhi_cost\"><\/span>How much does a Christmas tempo traveller trip from Delhi cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Tempo Traveller Price in Delhi\" class=\"wp-image-1561\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Tempo-Traveller-Price-in-Delhi-1.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outstation fares are charged per km with a minimum of 250 km per day. Driver allowance, tolls, and state permit taxes are included in our rates; parking and entry fees are paid on the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Vehicle<\/th><th>Rate per km<\/th><th>Best for group size<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>9 seater<\/td><td>\u20b923<\/td><td>6\u20138 people<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12 seater<\/td><td>\u20b924<\/td><td>9\u201311 people<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16 seater<\/td><td>\u20b925<\/td><td>12\u201315 people<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20 seater<\/td><td>\u20b927<\/td><td>16\u201318 people<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>26 seater<\/td><td>\u20b932<\/td><td>20\u201324 people<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 4-day Delhi\u2013Manali trip in a 12 seater comes to roughly \u20b938,000\u2013\u20b948,000 all inclusive, depending on local sightseeing. Split between 10 people, that is about \u20b94,000\u2013\u20b95,000 per person for transport. A 3-day Shimla trip starts at around \u20b922,000. For most groups of 9\u201312, the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/12-seater-tempo-traveller-on-rent\">12 seater tempo traveller on rent<\/a> is the best balance of space and cost; leave one or two seats free for luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_go_wrong_on_a_December_hill_trip_and_how_do_you_avoid_it\"><\/span>What can go wrong on a December hill trip, and how do you avoid it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Traffic jams near Manali and Shimla.<\/strong> Between 24 December and 1 January, the last 20\u201330 km into both towns can take hours. Start early and avoid arriving on the evening of the 24th or 31st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Road closures after snowfall.<\/strong> Police often stop vehicles at Solang or Palchan after fresh snow, and Atal Tunnel access can be suspended for a day or two. Keep one buffer day and do not plan anything that depends on crossing the tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vehicle rules in hill towns.<\/strong> Some local sightseeing points have their own rules for outside tourist vehicles. Read our explainer on whether a <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tempotravellerindelhi.in\/blog\/tempo-traveller-hill-station-rules\/\">tempo traveller can enter hill stations<\/a> so there are no surprises at the barrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cold inside the vehicle at night.<\/strong> Carry blankets for the overnight drive and ask for a vehicle with working heaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_early_should_you_book_a_tempo_traveller_for_Christmas_vacation\"><\/span>How early should you book a tempo traveller for Christmas vacation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Book at least two to three weeks ahead for any date between 20 December and 2 January. For Manali and Shimla, book hotels first and the vehicle right after. A 10% advance confirms the booking, and cancellations more than 10 days before travel are fully refunded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to celebrate Christmas or after party, check out these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tempotravellerindelhiin.wordpress.com\/2025\/09\/01\/5-famous-restaurants-in-delhi-for-hosting-a-party\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 restaurants in Delhi for christmas Party<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We are 11 friends leaving from Noida and Gurgaon. Can one tempo traveller pick everyone up?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Share all pickup points when you book, and the driver plans a route that covers them in order. Keep pickups within 60\u201390 minutes so the group does not lose half the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our trip is 25\u201327 December only. Is Manali worth it for three days?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is tight: nearly two of those days go in driving. For a strict three days, Shimla, Rishikesh or Jaipur gives you more time at the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What if it snows heavily and we are stuck in Manali an extra day?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The extra day is billed at the normal per-day rate plus the driver night halt. This is why we suggest keeping one buffer day in December plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can the driver take us to Solang Valley in the tempo traveller?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually yes, when the road is open. After heavy snow, police may stop larger vehicles below Solang, and groups switch to local taxis for the last stretch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We have two senior citizens and a toddler. Which destination is best?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jaipur or Rishikesh. Shorter drives, no snow-blocked roads, and hotels with easy access. A Maharaja or Urbania van adds comfort on the highway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is New Year pricing higher than Christmas pricing?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our published per-km rates do not carry peak-season loading. Hotel rates, however, rise sharply from 24 December to 1 January.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to plan your Christmas 2026 trip?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Share your group size, pickup points, and dates, and we will send an all-inclusive quote within the hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas 2026 falls on a Friday, which turns 25\u201327 December into a ready-made three-day weekend. 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