50 guides in 5 categories
Written by the people who plan and run our trips: honest drive times, real costs and what we'd tell a friend. New to Kashmir? Start with the Kashmir itinerary guide and Kashmir trip cost.
Day-by-day Kashmir plans, routes and drive times between Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Jammu and Ladakh. See all →
A day-by-day Kashmir itinerary for 3, 5, 6 and 8 days, with where to sleep each night, drive times and when to start from Jammu instead of Srinagar.
Read the guide: Kashmir Itinerary: 3 to 8 Day Plans That Actually Work →How far Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam are from Srinagar and from each other, how long the drives take, and whether to stay overnight or go as a day trip.
Read the guide: Srinagar to Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam: Distances, Drive Times and Routes →A 10-day Jammu and Kashmir itinerary: Jammu, Katra and Vaishno Devi, Patnitop, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam, with drive times and tips.
Read the guide: Jammu and Kashmir Itinerary: 10 Days from Jammu to the Valley →How to combine Gulmarg and Pahalgam in one Kashmir trip: the 140 km drive, stops on the way, how many nights each needs and the order that works best.
Read the guide: Gulmarg Pahalgam Trip: Route, Timing and Where to Stay →Planning Gulmarg and Sonmarg together? Distances, why day trips from Srinagar beat driving between them, the best season for each and a sample 4-day plan.
Read the guide: Gulmarg Sonmarg Trip: Can You See Both in One Go? →A realistic 4-day Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar itinerary: what fits, what to skip, where to sleep each night and how to avoid wasting hours on the road.
Read the guide: Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar in 4 Days: A Realistic Plan →Kashmir trip planning guides: real costs, prices by hotel category, choosing a tour operator, and planning family, group and luxury trips. See all →
What a Kashmir trip costs per person in 2026: packages, flights, union taxis, Gondola tickets and pony rides, and how to bring the Kashmir tour price down.
Read the guide: Kashmir Trip Cost in 2026: What You'll Really Spend →Kashmir package price list for 2026 by trip length and hotel category, from basic 3-star to 5-star, and why two quotes for one trip differ.
Read the guide: Kashmir Package Price List 2026: What Each Hotel Category Costs →How to plan a budget trip to Kashmir: cheapest months, where to stay, sharing cabs, union taxis, food, and which paid extras are worth it.
Read the guide: Budget Trip to Kashmir: 12 Ways to Spend Less Without Missing Out →How to compare Kashmir tour operators before you pay: registration, hotel names, written inclusions, payment terms, support and red flags.
Read the guide: How to Choose Kashmir Tour Operators: A 10-Point Checklist →What a Srinagar tour and travels company does: hotels, cabs, union taxis, permits, road updates and on-trip support, and when to book locally.
Read the guide: Srinagar Tour and Travels Companies: What a Local Agency Does for You →Looking for the best travel agency for a Kashmir tour? 15 questions to ask about hotels, cabs, meals, payments, cancellations and support.
Read the guide: Best Travel Agency for Kashmir Tour? 15 Questions to Ask First →Local guides to Dal Lake, the Mughal gardens, old Srinagar, Gurez, Doodhpathri, Yusmarg and more. See all →
A local guide to Dal Lake in Srinagar: Shikara routes, houseboat areas, the floating market, Char Chinar, the Boulevard and the best times of day to visit.
Read the guide: Dal Lake, Srinagar: Shikaras, Houseboats and the Best Times to Go →The Mughal gardens of Srinagar: Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi and Pari Mahal, with their history, best order, timings and tips.
Read the guide: Mughal Gardens Srinagar: Shalimar, Nishat, Chashme Shahi and Pari Mahal →A self-guided heritage walk in old Srinagar: Jamia Masjid, Khanqah-e-Moula, the Jhelum bridges, craft lanes and food, plus etiquette tips.
Read the guide: Old Srinagar Heritage Walk: Mosques, Bridges and Craft Lanes →Doodhpathri travel guide: how to get there from Srinagar, what to do in the meadow, the best season, union transport and why families love it.
Read the guide: Doodhpathri: The Quiet Meadow Near Srinagar →A Yusmarg travel guide: getting there from Srinagar, walking to the Doodh Ganga, the pony trail to Nilnag lake, the best season and what to carry.
Read the guide: Yusmarg: Pine Forests, Pony Trails and Nilnag Lake →A Gurez Valley travel guide: the drive over Razdan Pass, Habba Khatoon peak, Dawar, Tulail, permits and ID, the best season and how long to stay.
Read the guide: Gurez Valley Travel Guide: Permits, Season and What to See →Gondola rides, Shikaras, houseboats, skiing, rafting, food, shopping, treks and honeymoon ideas. See all →
The Gulmarg Gondola explained: Phase 1 to Kongdoori, Phase 2 to Apharwat, online tickets, queues, wind closures and who should skip Phase 2.
Read the guide: Gulmarg Gondola Guide: Phase 1, Phase 2, Tickets and Timing →How to enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake: the best routes, sunset vs dawn, how long to book, fair pricing at the ghats, and what to expect on the water.
Read the guide: Shikara Ride on Dal Lake: Routes, Duration and Fair Prices →Planning a houseboat stay in Srinagar: Dal vs Nigeen Lake, standard to heritage boats, what's included, winter comfort and how many nights.
Read the guide: Houseboat Stay in Srinagar: Dal or Nigeen, Categories and Tips →Skiing in Gulmarg for beginners and experts: season, nursery slopes, instructors, gear hire, Apharwat off-piste and avalanche safety.
Read the guide: Skiing in Gulmarg: Season, Lessons, Gear and Safety →River rafting in Kashmir on the Lidder in Pahalgam and the Sindh at Sonamarg: season, difficulty, safety gear, age limits and how to book on the day.
Read the guide: River Rafting in Kashmir: Pahalgam's Lidder and Sonamarg's Sindh →A guide to Kashmiri food: Wazwan dishes like Rogan Josh, Gushtaba and Yakhni, vegetarian classics, breads, Noon Chai and Kahwa.
Read the guide: Kashmiri Food: Wazwan, Breads and Teas You Should Try →When to go: Kashmir month by month, snowfall, each season, and the best time for Gulmarg, Pahalgam and honeymoons. See all →
Kashmir in winter: snow in Gulmarg and Pahalgam, Chillai Kalan, road closures, staying warm, what to pack and the best winter activities.
Read the guide: Kashmir in Winter: Snow, Chillai Kalan and How to Stay Warm →Kashmir in spring, from March to May: the Tulip Garden, almond and apple blossom, weather, crowds, which roads open when, and how to plan a spring trip.
Read the guide: Kashmir in Spring: Tulips, Blossom and Fresh Snow on the Peaks →Kashmir in summer (June to August): weather, the busiest weeks, the Amarnath Yatra, rafting and treks, Gurez and Ladakh openings, and how to avoid crowds.
Read the guide: Kashmir in Summer: Meadows, Rafting and Beating the Crowds →Kashmir in autumn (September–November): when the chinars turn, saffron flowering in Pampore, apple harvest, weather and the best trips.
Read the guide: Kashmir in Autumn: Chinar Colours, Saffron and Clear Skies →When does it snow in Kashmir, and where? Snowfall months for Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Srinagar, plus snow you can find in summer.
Read the guide: Snowfall in Kashmir: When and Where to See Snow →The best time to visit Gulmarg for snow, skiing, green meadows or fewer crowds, with month-by-month conditions, Gondola tips and what each season costs.
Read the guide: Best Time to Visit Gulmarg: Snow Season vs Green Season →
