Itineraries, costs, tips and stories from the valley
Our Kashmir tour guides answer the questions our Makpie Tour and Travels team hears every day, from how many days you need to what a trip really costs.
New to Kashmir? Start here: our Kashmir itinerary guide, the honest Kashmir trip cost breakdown and the best time to visit Kashmir.
A complete guide to Kashmir in spring: the weather, tulips and blossoms, the best things to do, where to go, costs and what to pack for a March to May trip.
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A complete guide to trekking in Kashmir: the best treks including the Great Lakes, the seasons, difficulty levels, what to pack and how to prepare safely.
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A complete Kashmir shopping guide: what to buy, from pashmina and carpets to saffron and papier-mache, where to buy it, fair prices and how to avoid fakes.
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A complete Srinagar sightseeing guide: the best places to visit, Dal Lake, the Mughal gardens, the old city, timings, how long to spend and local tips.
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A complete Amarnath Yatra guide: the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, registration, the best time, helicopter options, what to pack and safety tips for the trek.
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A complete guide to Kashmir in summer: the weather, the best things to do, where to go, costs, crowds and what to pack for a June to August trip.
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A complete guide to a family trip to Kashmir: how many days, where to go with kids and elders, costs, safety, what to pack and a family-friendly itinerary.
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A complete guide to the tulip garden in Srinagar: when the tulip festival opens, timings, tickets, how to get there, what else to see and tips for the best visit.
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How to plan a budget trip to Kashmir: realistic costs, the cheapest time to go, how to save on flights, stays and transport, and a low-cost itinerary that still covers the highlights.
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A complete Kashmir itinerary for 7 days with a day-by-day plan, drive times, costs and tips for Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam and a quiet meadow.
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A complete Mata Vaishno Devi yatra guide from Katra: how to register, the trek routes, battery car, ropeway and helicopter options, timings, costs and tips.
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A practical guide to a solo trip to Kashmir: how safe it is, what it costs, a suggested itinerary, where to stay and real tips for travelling alone in the valley.
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A practical Kashmir itinerary for 5 days with a day-by-day plan, drive times, costs and tips for Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam.
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A step-by-step Kashmir trip plan: how many days you need, when to go, what it costs, how to get there and a sample itinerary for first-timers.
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Kashmir in December: what the weather and snow are really like, what to do, what to pack, costs and whether a December Kashmir tour is worth it.
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Dal Lake houseboat guide for couples: houseboat categories, Dal vs Nigeen Lake, what's included, what to ask before booking, and tips for a romantic stay.
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Best time for Kashmir honeymoon trips: what each season offers couples, from Gulmarg snow to tulips, green meadows and golden chinars, plus sample plans.
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Skiing in Gulmarg for beginners: the best months, ski schools and instructors, renting gear, which slopes to use, what to wear and how to stay safe.
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Kashmir Great Lakes trek guide: the 7 to 8-day route from Sonamarg to Naranag, lakes and passes, best season, difficulty, training and packing list.
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Kashmiri handicrafts buying guide: spot real pashmina, choose a hand-knotted carpet, buy papier-mâché, walnut wood and saffron, and avoid tourist traps.
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Old Srinagar heritage walk: Khanqah-e-Moula, Jamia Masjid, Pathar Masjid, Hari Parbat, old bridges and craft workshops, with route, timings and etiquette.
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Gurez Valley travel guide: how to get there over the Razdan Pass, the best time to visit, where to stay, what to see and what to know before you go.
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South Kashmir travel guide: Achabal, Verinag, Kokernag, Martand Sun Temple, Aharbal waterfall and Daksum, with routes, timings and how to combine them.
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Planning Kashmir in winter? When the snow falls, what Chillai Kalan means, where to stay, what it costs, what to pack and how to plan around flight delays.
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How to reach Kashmir by flight, train or road: Srinagar airport tips, the train via Katra, Jammu–Srinagar highway times, the Mughal Road and the Leh route.
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Kashmir trip itinerary for 3 to 8 days: ready-to-use day-by-day plans, where to stay each night and tips from our local Kashmir team.
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How much does a Kashmir trip cost in 2026? Package prices, hotels, cabs, food, gondola tickets and extra costs, with tips to save money.
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Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar and Sonamarg distances: how far each one is, drive times and route tips for every popular Kashmir route.
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Planning a Jammu to Kashmir trip from Jammu or Katra? The route, travel time, train option, Vaishno Devi tips and a sample 7-day plan.
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Looking for the best package for Kashmir? Six checks to make before you book, from hotels and inclusions to reviews and cancellation terms.
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The best time to visit Kashmir depends on what you want: tulips, green meadows, golden chinars or snow. A season-by-season guide from locals.
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The 15 best things to do in Kashmir, from Shikara rides and houseboat nights to the Gulmarg Gondola, pony treks and wazwan, picked by locals.
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Planning winter travel in Kashmir? A practical packing list of clothing, footwear and essentials, plus tips for Gulmarg snow and cold nights.
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Plan a romantic Kashmir honeymoon: houseboat nights, sunset Shikara rides, quiet meadows and snow days, plus the best months to go.
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A local's guide to must-try foods in Kashmir: wazwan dishes, vegetarian favourites, kahwa and noon chai, and the bakery breads Kashmiris love.
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Plan adventure trips in Kashmir: where and when to ski in Gulmarg, the best treks, river rafting in Pahalgam and Sonamarg, and safety tips.
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Planning a Kashmir holiday trip? Six things to know first: union taxis, SIM cards, ID checks, weather buffers, peak-season booking and customs.
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Everything you need for the Gulmarg Gondola: Phase 1 vs Phase 2, how to book official tickets online, when to go and what to wear.
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