Top Hidden Gems in Kashmir for the Ultimate Travel Experience

Kashmir is a place famous for some most attractive and beautiful places and its culture also has so much more to offer than typical tourist sites. These are perfect for those interested in getting more depth of experiences that are are not typical for certain type of traveller. All these places will add-on to whichever trip be it a honeymoon in Kashmir, a trekking or luxury tour.

Gulmarg:

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The most favorite destination in all the Kashmir tour packages is Gulmarg: it has much to offer including marvelous meadows, skiing facilities. Being one of the most popular tourism spots in Kashmir it is an excellent place for winter sports and summer trekking. Gulmarg Gondola is one of the most popular Kashmir Tourism Packages through which you get to have a look at the snow clad mountains and beautiful valleys.

Activities: Skiing and snow boarding can be carried out during winter while in summer one can go for hiking or play golf. This place is ideal for those who desire to go for Kashmir adventurous trips or who are seeking luxury tours in Kashmir with comfort and built-in amenities and privacy all through.

Best Time to Visit: Winter for snow related activities such as skiing and July to September or October for tourists interested in hiking and scenic views.

Pahalgam: A calm place near Lidder River Pahalgam, well known destination for a pleasant vacation is a base camp to some of the most beautiful pieces of creation. Located on the Lidder River, it offers an exquisite experience for those who want to get away from the hustle and want to stay in nature’s embrace.

Activities: One can indulge in activities like horse riding, trout fishing, one can go through the nearby meadows like Baisaran and Betaab Valley. To get a feel of more of the cultural embrace, consider getting in touch with the tour companies offering Kashmir cultural tours such as village tours and craft mart tours.

Best Time to Visit: Travel during the fair weather, March to May, September to November will be best.

Sonamarg: The Meadow of Gold

Sonamarg also famously known as the ‘Meadow of Gold’ is nestled in the great Alp and meadow belt and stands out uniquely for its large meadow area and very beautiful. For anyone traveling to Kashmir and is in a bit of a dilemma whether to enjoy the scenery or engage in some physical activity adventure, it is a must try out accommodation option.

Activities: Besides, you can go on a trek to Thajiwas Glacier, take a trip of fishing or have a nature trail. It is among the best places to visit while considering the Kashmir adventures tours and the local culture.

Best Time to Visit: June through October to enjoy the best of the weather besides being able to access the trekking trails.

Yusmarg: A Peaceful Retreat

Yusmarg is a nice green lush grassy land and since it is not one of the most visited tourist spots, it gives a perfect serene experience. Hence it is usually added to the kashmir travel packages due to the beautiful and quite atmosphere found on the area.

Activities: Good for a picnic, nature hikes and other recreational activities such as taking in the beauty of natural scenery. It is also a good destination for individuals, who want to have Kashmir honeymoon tours or a tranquil vacation.

Best Time to Visit: From May to September for clear weather and good climate with decent temperatures.

Srinagar:  The Cultural Capital
Srinagar which is the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir is a tourists’ paradise because of its stylish houseboats, well-maintained Mughal gardens, colorful local bazaars. Since it serves as path to the other parts of Kashmir, it is a key component of most Kashmir travel packages.

Activities: Get a taste of Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, go around visiting the famous Mughal architectures such as Shalimar Garden and do some shopping at the local markets of Srinagar. Of course, for even more of an individual and professional trip, there is an opportunity to turn to the local tour operators and travel agencies and get a guided cultural tour and accommodations in the luxurious hotels & houseboats.

Best Time to Visit: Through it people can visit gardens, boat among others from April to October.

Kounsarnag: Discovering A High Altitude Secret
Kounsarnag, is an untouched high altitude lake tourism option gives you quite an offbeat experience. This is a perfect plan for those travelers planning to get an off-the-beaten tourist destinations in their Kashmir trekking tours.

Activities: A visit to the lake as well as camping in the surrounding would be an opportunity to be with nature, and experience the majestic views. This destination is for those who are interested in both, adventures together with being alone in a certain area.

Best Time to Visit: The best season of the year which remains favourable for both the trail areas and good weather is during June-September.

Tarsar Marsar: Hiking and other outdoor activities to lakes high up in the mountains
The Tarsar Marsar trek is quite an attraction for those who immerse themselves in hiking on the territories of Kashmir. It has got beautiful meadow walk and the Tarsar and Marsar lakes are some of the attractions one is able to view on this trek.

Activities: It is majorly adventurous trips including trekking and camping to explore unspoiled nature of high altitude areas of Kashmir. This trek is well suited for anyone who wants or needs Kashmir adventure tours or personalised travel plans.

Best Time to Visit: Ning, July to September for better trekking condition/ favourable weather conditions.

Gurez: The Beauty and Cultural Wealth of Far-Flung Places
Gurez valley is a beautiful isolated inhabited area nearby Line of Control which is famous for its natural and archaeological beauty of the place. It is ideal for off the mainstream travelers and can be incorporated into other tourism activities that may be termed as the cultural and historical tours of Kashmir.

Activities: Nature walks, visiting nearby villages, a colourful unexplored valley are the major travel attractions of Gurez.

Best Time to Visit: On the specific months of June, July, August and September that are ideal for travelling and adventure.

Betaab Valley: A Place of Interest
There is Betaab Valley known for the shootings of Bollywood movie ‘Betaab’ and the place is decorated by lush green trees and calm environs. Also, It is an ideal place to visit for those interested in natural beautiful sceneries and excellent yerine for photographers.

Activities: Promenade and photograph Agricultural shows and rural picnicking because of the following reasons Agriculture shows Nature walks Picnicking Tourists seeking in-expensive Kashmir packages or Vale of Kashmir honeymoon tour packages if you please should also find Betaab Valley enjoyable.

Best Time to Visit: Ideal in the months of May to October, to avoid the rainy season, or when most of the tourists are flocking the place.