The International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) has opened the call for applications for Governments, IMTA Members, mountain tourism destinations, and Authorities to apply to host the International Mountain Tourism Day 2027 theme event. The program will bring together mountain destinations and tourism authorities to promote mountain tourism while also facilitating international cooperation and cultural exchange. It is expected that interested destinations will start preparing the applications for the event before the deadline.
Global Call Issued For 2027 Mountain Tourism Event By IMTA
International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) announced that it has opened the hosting opportunity for Governments, its Members, mountain tourism destinations and Authorities willing to organize the 2027 theme event. The selected applicant will be given a platform to showcase its mountain tourism potential to the international community while also facilitating a space to discuss tourism and cooperation. The organization noted that it is continuing its efforts to promote mountain destinations and international cooperation and tourism. Additionally, the initiative will provide an opportunity for the host destination to present its tourism resources to the global tourism community.
Since the establishment of International Mountain Tourism Day, the annual event has been supported by various mountain destinations around the globe. In 2018, the event was held in China, Nepal, Laos, France and Spain. Each event included extensive cultural and tourism programs while also organizing talks on mountain tourism, international cooperation and cultural exchange. Through the events, IMTA has been promoting the importance of mountain tourism while also building a space for various stakeholders from mountain destinations to share their experiences. Notably, the participation of various destinations has enabled the organization to increase international cultural and tourism exchanges while also enabling the global tourism community to learn more about mountain tourism.

Applicants Required To Submit Event Plans
The applicants for the hosting rights will be required to submit Application letter and Preliminary event plan which will include details on the arrangements and support for the program. The document will give a general impression of the preparations for the event. Notably, the applicants can use the proposal to present their views, plans and any other form of support for the international event. Therefore, the application will give the IMTA a better understanding of the capabilities of the applicant to host the event.
International Mountain Tourism Day is ideal for destinations that want to increase their international exposure. The event will provide a platform for tourism authorities and representatives from the industry and mountain destinations to deliberate on ways to promote mountain tourism. However, applicants are required to present a comprehensive strategy on how they can support the event. Therefore, the mountain destinations and authorities should develop a strategy to submit to IMTA to indicate their competence to host the event.

November 30 Deadline Set For Applications
The applications will be accepted until November 30, 2026. The Governments, IMTA Members, mountain destinations and Authorities can submit their applications to the email address provided by the organization. Therefore, the potential applicants have several months to prepare the necessary documents, including the Application for Hosting International Mountain Tourism Day 2027 and Preliminary Event Plan. Notably, the call for applications will enable the international tourism organization to increase its presence in the global tourism scene through increased international cooperation and cultural exchange.
The International Mountain Tourism Day 2027 will be an excellent opportunity for the selected host to host an international event while also promoting its mountain tourism potential to the global tourism community. Additionally, the event will provide a platform for cultural exchange and cooperation among various tourism authorities and mountain destinations around the globe. As such, the mountain tourism destinations around the globe are requested to submit their applications to the organization before the deadline.

Nepal’s Mountain Tourism Profile
Nepal is among the first countries to participate in International Mountain Tourism Day. As one of the popular mountain destinations, Nepal has been promoting its mountain ranges, hiking and climbing opportunities and adventure tourism. Therefore, the event will provide a platform for Nepal to promote its mountain tourism potential to the international community. Similarly, the 2027 theme event will provide an opportunity for the selected host to increase its presence in the international tourism scene while also facilitating cultural exchange and cooperation.
International Mountain Tourism Day indicates the importance of mountain destinations, tourism and international cooperation. The event will also provide a platform for cultural exchange, tourism cooperation and experience sharing. Therefore, the mountain destinations and authorities should take this opportunity to apply to host the 2027th edition of the event.
