Kashmir has been a honeymoon favourite for generations. These are the things to do in Kashmir for couples that our guests remember most.
Key takeaways
- Build in free time; the best moments are unplanned.
- A houseboat night and a sunrise Shikara are must-dos.
- Winter honeymoons add snow; summer ones add meadows.
- Ask for flower decoration or a cake when you book.
On the lakes
- Sunrise Shikara ride on Dal Lake, when the water is still.
- A houseboat night, with dinner on board and stars over the lake.
- A quiet afternoon on Nigeen Lake, away from the crowds.
In Srinagar
- Sunset at Pari Mahal, overlooking the lake.
- A slow walk in Shalimar Bagh under the chinars.
- Kahwa and pastries at a lakeside café.
In the mountains
- The Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori, and Apharwat in clear weather.
- A snow day in winter: sledges, snowball fights and a warm fire after.
- Betaab Valley walks in Pahalgam.
- A riverside evening by the Lidder.
Quiet extras
- A picnic in Doodhpathri, far from the tourist circuit.
- A private photo session or a candle-light dinner, arranged with your hotel.
Plan it well
Fewer hotel changes, one mountain night and plenty of free time make the best honeymoon trips. See Kashmir packages for couples, the luxury Kashmir honeymoon and the best time for a Kashmir honeymoon. Gondola bookings: J&K Cable Car Corporation.
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About the author: Written and checked by the Travel Wiki planning team, who arrange Kashmir and Ladakh trips every week from Srinagar and Bijbihara.
