Best Time to Visit Kashmir: A Season-by-Season Guide

Why Kashmir?

Stay on a carved-wood houseboat on Dal Lake, ride the Gulmarg Gondola to 13,000 ft, walk Mughal gardens and ride ponies through the meadows of Pahalgam and Sonamarg.

When to go

The best time to visit Kashmir is march to october; december to february for snow. 5–6 nights is ideal for a first trip.

Don't miss

• Dal Lake
• Gulmarg Gondola
• Pahalgam
• Sonamarg
• Mughal Gardens

A sample plan

Day 1 — Srinagar Mughal gardens. Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashme Shahi and an evening shikara ride.

Day 2 — Gulmarg excursion. Drive to the meadow of flowers and ride the Gulmarg Gondola.

Day 3 — Pahalgam valleys. Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari by local taxi.

Day 4 — Sonamarg day trip. Day trip to the "meadow of gold" and Thajiwas glacier.

Our experts' tip

Book at least 45 days ahead for the best hotel availability, and choose a package with private transfers if you're travelling with kids or elderly parents. Talk to a Aadhya Tours travel expert to customise any itinerary.