Kashmir Tour Packages

Top Things to Do on a Jammu and Kashmir Trip

• Shikara boat ride at Dal Lake.
• Mughal gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh.
• Visit to the vibrant local markets including, Lal Chowk, Raghunath Bazaar, Hari Market, Poshish, Bahu Fort Market, etc.
• Enjoying adventure-filled activities skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing at Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Yusmarg during winter.
• Cable car ride to enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas in summer.
• Trek to the best sites such as Great Lakes Trek, Kashmir Great Lakes Trek, or Tarsar Marsar Trek to witness stunning landscapes, alpine meadows, and pristine lakes.
• Manasbal Lake and Aharbal Waterfall for your adventurous soul.
• Stay on a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake or Nigeen Lake in Srinagar
• Indulge in local cuisine and taste the flavour Kashmir has to offer, including dishes like Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and Kashmiri Pulao, and savour the renowned Kashmiri Kahwa tea.
• Attend local festivals: Experience the vibrant culture of Jammu and Kashmir by participating in festivals like the Tulip Festival in Srinagar or the Jammu Mahotsav in Jammu.

Best Souvenirs to buy from Jammu and Kashmir Tour

• Pashmina Shawls: Kashmir's Pashminas are prized for their exceptional softness and warmth, making them ideal souvenirs for loved ones.
• Kashmiri Carpets: Hand-knotted with precision and featuring detailed designs and vibrant colours, Kashmiri Carpets are a specialty of the region.
• Walnut Wood Crafts: Kashmiri artisans are renowned for their delicate woodwork. Beautiful keepsakes like intricately carved jewellery boxes, photo frames, and decorative items are made from walnut wood.
• Paper Mache Products: Kashmiri paper mache is a traditional art form that involves hand-painting intricate designs on objects such as boxes, trays, and vases. These colourful and ornate pieces make unique souvenirs.
• Kangri: The Kangri is a traditional Kashmiri firepot used for keeping warm during winter months. It consists of a wicker basket filled with hot embers and serves as a practical and authentic souvenir.
• Copperware: Copperware items, such as samovars (metal tea pots), trays, and utensils, are a popular choice. Look for handcrafted copper items with exquisite designs.
• Spices and Dry Fruits: Jammu and Kashmir are known for their flavorful spices (saffron, chilies, cinnamon) and dry fruits (figs, walnuts, almonds). Bhaderwah Rajma, Pahari Urad Dal, and Morel mushrooms are a few specialty and rare products from the region.
• Dress Materials and Traditional Jewellery: Kashmiri dresses feature intricate designs and embroidery suitable for the cold weather. The jewellery in Jammu and Kashmir is crafted with the highest precision to offer a lavish and luxurious look. In Srinagar, you can find Kundals, Nupura, Chaunk Phool, Tika, Balu, and Kada among the jewellery options.
• Fruits: Apricots, apples, peaches, kiwis, pears, plums, and cherries are popular and delicious fruits grown in the region.

Safety and security tips for tourists in Kashmir

One of the most sensitive areas in Jammu and Kashmir is Srinagar. Once you land here, you may see a lot of army officers and CRPF personnel deployed at almost every few yards in each and every street, but rest assured, common life is going on unaltered around all this. The main tourist areas like Srinagar Dal Lake, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, or Sonmarg are safe for tourists. Jammu and Kashmir is one of the states where there is a zero crime record against tourists. The locals are very supportive and helpful towards tourists. Tourism is considered to be a large part of the economy, and a large number of people gain their livelihood from tourism, such as travel agents, hotel and houseboat owners, shikara owners, tourist guides, car drivers, pony owners, and others. The locals will not let anything happen to the tourists.

Though here are a few points to keep in mind as a tourist:

• Don't venture out in unknown streets or at night or roam around in deserted and isolated areas.
• Report suspected objects if you see them anywhere in public places.
• Keep phone numbers of your travel agent, hotel, taxi driver, etc., handy with you all the time.
• If you ever find yourself in doubt, talk to locals and heed their suggestions.
• For shopping, etc., stick to less crowded places and avoid the main crowded local markets.
• Be respectful of the culture and customs of the people.
• Keep an eye on the news and keep your plan a little dynamic.
• Adjust your plan accordingly in case there's a curfew imposed while you are there as they are strictly followed.