This year's holiday calendar is a gift for travellers. Christmas falls on Friday, 25 December 2026, and New Year's Day on Friday, 1 January 2027. That creates two long weekends back to back — and with just four days of leave, one long winter break.
Your December 2026 holiday calendar
- Christmas weekend: Fri 25 – Sun 27 Dec — no leave needed, 3 days off
- New Year weekend: Fri 1 – Sun 3 Jan — no leave needed, 3 days off
- The big winter break: Fri 25 Dec – Sun 3 Jan — take 4 days of leave (28–31 Dec), 10 days off
Check your office's holiday list — some workplaces also close on 31 December, which brings the 10-day plan down to just three days of leave.
3-day escapes: no leave needed
- Goa: Christmas in Goa is a classic — beach shacks, church services, carols and midnight celebrations.
- Rajasthan: Jaipur and Udaipur are at their best in winter, with forts, palaces and cool, sunny days.
- Varanasi and Ayodhya: a short trip from Lucknow for the Ganga aarti, temple visits and winter mornings on the ghats.
- Jim Corbett: winter jungle safaris and a cosy resort stay for families.
5–6 day trips: one long weekend plus a few leaves
- Dubai: daily direct flights from Lucknow and the world-famous Burj Khalifa New Year fireworks.
- Thailand: visa-free for 30 days, with direct flights from Lucknow to Bangkok. Bangkok–Pattaya or Phuket–Krabi both fit in six days.
- Kashmir: December brings the first snow to Gulmarg and Pahalgam — ideal for a white New Year.
- Kerala: backwaters, houseboats and hill stations in their pleasant winter season.
The 10-day break: go further
- Singapore + Malaysia: two countries in one trip — and you enter Malaysia before its visa-free scheme for Indians ends on 31 December 2026.
- Thailand island-hopping: Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi and Phi Phi without rushing.
- Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Ho Chi Minh City on an e-visa.
- Dubai + Abu Dhabi: add Abu Dhabi to your Dubai trip and see both emirates in winter.
Book now: why waiting costs more
The last week of December is peak season everywhere. Airfares, hotel rates and visa queues all climb as December approaches. Our fixed departures from Lucknow lock in one price for flights and the package together, so you know the full cost upfront — but seats on peak dates sell out first.
Quick checklist before you book
- Passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
- Leave approved for the exact dates you plan to travel.
- Visa requirements checked for every country on your route.
- Travel insurance for the whole family — peak-season travel has more delays.
Tell us your dates and budget — request a quote on sheeraz-tours.com or WhatsApp our team, and we'll suggest the best December holiday from Lucknow for your family.
Frequently asked questions
What day is Christmas 2026?+
Christmas 2026 falls on Friday, 25 December, giving a three-day weekend from 25 to 27 December.
How can I get a 10-day holiday in December 2026?+
Take four days of leave from Monday 28 to Thursday 31 December. With the Christmas and New Year long weekends, you get ten days off from 25 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Which international trips are best for New Year 2027 from Lucknow?+
Dubai and Thailand are the easiest, thanks to direct flights from Lucknow. For a longer break, Singapore and Malaysia make a great two-country holiday.
What are fixed departures?+
Fixed departures are group packages that leave Lucknow on set dates at one fixed price, usually including flights, hotels and sightseeing. They are the most budget-friendly way to travel in peak season.
Is it too late to book a December holiday?+
Not yet, but options shrink every week. Book in November for the best fares and hotel choice.