Dashain is not only about tika, jamara and family gatherings. The long festive break also arrives during Nepal’s beautiful autumn season, when clearer skies and pleasant weather encourage people to travel. In Koshi Province, travellers can celebrate Dashain in many different ways from peaceful family escapes and spiritual journeys to Himalayan adventures.
Dashain mornings are special, and Shree Antu in Ilam offers a beautiful place to welcome one. Famous for its sunrise views, the hilltop overlooks tea-growing landscapes and the eastern Himalayas. An early morning here can add a peaceful beginning to a family Dashain getaway.
For families wanting to turn their Dashain holiday into a relaxed outing, Kanyam offers green tea gardens, fresh air and open landscapes. Walking through the plantations, taking family photographs and enjoying local tea make it a simple festive escape without requiring a demanding trek.
Not every Dashain trip needs to be long. Bhedetar is ideal for a short road trip with friends or family. Its cool hilltop atmosphere, viewpoints, sunrise and sunset scenery provide a refreshing change after days of visiting relatives and attending festive gatherings.
Dashain has deep religious significance, making Pathibhara particularly meaningful during the festive period. Located high in Taplejung, the sacred pilgrimage site combines devotion with mountain scenery. Families can turn their holiday into a journey of worship while enjoying the natural beauty of eastern Nepal.
For trekkers, the longer Dashain holiday provides an opportunity to head towards Solukhumbu. Autumn offers clearer skies and spectacular views across the Everest region. Trekking through Sherpa settlements, alpine landscapes and mountain trails offers an adventurous alternative to celebrating Dashain entirely at home.
Travellers who prefer quiet places during the busy festive season can explore the Kanchenjunga region. Its remote trails, alpine valleys and traditional mountain settlements offer a more peaceful Himalayan experience. Autumn’s generally clearer conditions make Dashain an attractive period for experienced trekkers seeking solitude.
For experienced trekkers wanting something completely different, Makalu Barun National Park offers a true wilderness escape. Autumn brings clearer mountain views, while its forests, valleys and remote trails create an adventurous setting far from crowded festive centres.
Whether it means watching a festive sunrise in Ilam, taking a family road trip to Bhedetar, seeking blessings at Pathibhara or spending the holiday beneath Himalayan peaks, Koshi Province offers many ways to make Dashain more memorable.
