An Ultimate Kashmir Travel Guide – Traveling with Kids

Kashmir Travel Guide

Hey guys, welcome back to my blog. The Week 2 of #BlogchatterA2Z begins today with letter G. And, I thought of bringing to you an ultimate travel guide to help you plan a trip to Kashmir. Jammu & Kashmir is a state in northern India surrounded by the great Himalayan ranges. J&K consists of 3 regions – Jammu, Kashmir Valley, and Ladakh. Today, I will be talking about the Kashmir valley which is famous for its beautiful landscape, snow-capped mountains & pristine lakes & rivers. Not to forget the warm and lovely people of Kashmir.

I know currently the situation in Kashmir is bit tensed & not favorable for tourism. Also, families may not consider it as a preferred travel destination. But, I am sure that everything is going to get normal very soon. And, travelers & tourists will start flocking this beautiful valley once again.

I fell in love with Kashmir at a very young age. I have heard many stories of its heavenly beauty from my parents & have seen it in their b&w honeymoon pictures.

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My Parents in Kashmir (1983)

It was my childhood dream to travel to this beautiful destination. And my dream came true last year when we planned a family trip to Kashmir in the month of October. My mother and mother-in-law had also joined us since it was a special birthday trip for my husband.

We were confused about whether to go or to cancel this trip until the last minute. But once we stepped out of the airport and the fresh air touched us, we knew our stay in Kashmir was going to be very memorable. And, we would be taking back so many memories with us.

Here’s a famous quote by Mughal Emperor Jehangir when he visited Kashmir “Gar Firdaus bar-rue zaminast, hamiasto, hamin asto, haminast.” Meaning ‘If there is heaven on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here’. And, it still holds true.

Let me help answer some of the common questions which we had while planning our trip.

When to visit?

The first thing we wanted to check was the best time to visit Kashmir. We were looking for the month of October which is considered the onset of winter season & also the offseason in Kashmir. My husband called a few tour operators in Kashmir and checked with them about the weather conditions. He even checked with the hotels to be sure about the weather since we were traveling with a toddler and senior citizens.

Kashmir is one destination in India which you can visit at any time of the year. It depends on what you want to enjoy there. And what temperatures you can tolerate.

  • Summer – April to June (Max tourist footfall)
  • Monsoon – July to September
  • Winters – October to March (Max Snowfall in Dec-Jan-Feb)

Summer months get the maximum crowd in the valley. However, people who love snow, flock in the winter months. We visited in October and found it to be the perfect time to enjoy the true beauty of Kashmir, it was neither too cold not too hot.

How to Reach?

Since we had only 5 days in hand, we chose the fastest way to reach Srinagar. The airport is very well connected to all the major cities in India. The flight takes only 1 hour 30 min from Delhi to Srinagar. And the fare ranges from INR 3000 to INR 5000 depending on the airline. You can reach Kashmir by any of these means, by-

Air- Srinagar International Airport

Road- Delhi to Srinagar (809 Km via NH 44)

Train- Jammu Tawi Railway Station in Jammu

Places to Visit in Kashmir?

Now that you have decided when & how you want to travel to Kashmir, it’s time to decide which places you want to include in your itinerary. Below is the list of 10 famous places in J&K-

  1. Srinagar
  2. Pahalgam
  3. Gulmarg
  4. Sonmarg
  5. Leh
  6. Anantnag
  7. Pulwama
  8. Jammu
  9. Patnitop
  10. Kargil
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Here’s a Quick 5D/6N Kashmir Itinerary 

This is the itinerary that we followed for our 5-day trip.

Day 1- Delhi to Srinagar to Pahalgam

Places we visited in Pahalgam
  • Apple garden
  • Lidder Amusement Park
  • Lidder river  near the hotel

Overnight stay at Kolahoi Green Resort, Pahalgam

You may also read – Leisure time with kids at Lidder Amusement Park!

Day 2- Pahalgam Day Tour

Places we visited in Pahalgam

  • Betab valley
  • Chandanwari
  • Aru valley
Overnight stay at Kolahoi Green Resort, Pahalgam
You may also read – A Day in Pahalgam with Kids!

Day 3- Pahalgam to Gulmarg

  • Gondola ride
Overnight stay at Kolahoi Green Heights, Gulmarg
You may also read – A Joyride with Kids in Gulmarg!

Day 4- Gulmarg to Srinagar

Places we visited in Srinagar

  • Dal Lake
  • Char Chinar (movie shooting – Notebook)
  • Chashme Shahi Park

Overnight Stay at Hotel New Park, Srinagar

Day 5- Srinagar to  Sonmarg (Day Trip)

Places we visited in Sonmarg

  • Baltal Helipad
  • Baltal Valley
  • Fishing Point
  • The Last Village
  • Thajiwas Glacier

Overnight Stay at Hotel New Park, Srinagar

You may also read – How to choose the best kid-friendly hotel?

Most important question – Is it Safe to Visit Kashmir?

We all know the situation in Kashmir. We keep hearing about the news of violence, stone pelting, and ceasefire violation in J&K. Srinagar is the main city that witnesses the violent protests by the frustrated youth. But let me tell you, Kashmir is the warmest place on Earth & the care and hospitality by the Kashmiris is truly heart touching.

For Kashmiris, tourism is the main source of their income. And, they can never go against tourists or hurt them. In fact, they go out of their way to save tourists from any foul situation. During our stay, we felt that warmth, love, and care in their hospitality.

You may read this article for more info – Is it Safe to Travel to Kashmir?



Guys, that’s all about Kashmir for today. I will share details of our favorite places in my upcoming posts. Hope you liked reading this post. Don’t forget to share it with your friends and family.

Have you visited Kashmir? What is your favorite memory from your trip? Do share with me in the comments below.


Today is Day 7 of #BlogchatterA2Z and the letter of the day is ‘G’. My theme for the challenge is ‘Traveling with kids’ & I have chosen G for Guide. 



You may read all my posts under BlogchatterA2Z here!

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    Priyanka Nair April 8, 2019 at 11:38 am - Reply

    I have not visited Kashmir yet but yes it is my bucket list. Thanks for sharing this.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 1:53 pm - Reply

      My pleasure dear.

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    Deepika April 8, 2019 at 12:20 pm - Reply

    Yes, I visited a few places in J&K. Patnitop is one of them. I visited most of the temples near J&k and Himachal also. Kashmir is really a heart of India.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 1:54 pm - Reply

      Yes, Patnitop is also a nice place to enjoy the snow. Kashmir is truly a paradise on Earth. Thanks for stopping by, Deepika!

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    Deepika April 8, 2019 at 12:25 pm - Reply

    Sorry, I forgot to mention it. I love all the pictures, especially of the uncle and aunty.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 1:55 pm - Reply

      Aww, thank you so much dear 🙂

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    Noor Anand Chawla April 8, 2019 at 2:09 pm - Reply

    Kashmir is indeed heaven on earth! I have the fondest memories of celebrating my first Valentine’s Day after marriage, skiing with my husband in Gulmarg.
    I also have a memory related to Patnitop coming up as part of the AtoZChallenge. Hope you’ll stop by to read it 🙂

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 3:21 pm - Reply

      Oh wow, even I want to visit Gulmarg during winters. Would love to read it. Please share the link.

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    Sonia Chatterjee April 8, 2019 at 2:46 pm - Reply

    This is by far my favorite post. It has memories, pictures and some travel advice. Kashmir has been on my wishlist for a long time now. I’m. Just scared to make the plan with a toddler.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 3:20 pm - Reply

      I am glad you liked this post. Thank you, Sonia! But why are you scared?

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    Jyotirmoy Sarkar April 8, 2019 at 5:14 pm - Reply

    Amazing read, enriched with so many necessary info, the picture of your parents in really nice.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 11:01 pm - Reply

      I am glad you liked it. Thank you so much.

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    Pr@Gun April 8, 2019 at 6:06 pm - Reply

    I have yet to visit heaven on earth, and your post is going to be the ready reckoner guide. thanks for sharing. Loved your parent’s picture, the old is gold moment.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 11:02 pm - Reply

      Yes, old is gold, thank you for stopping by.

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    vidhya thakkar April 8, 2019 at 8:29 pm - Reply

    So many memories fashed back! loved the post! it’s the heaven on the earth

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 11:02 pm - Reply

      Thanks Vidhya 🙂

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    Surbhi Prapanna April 8, 2019 at 10:17 pm - Reply

    I had not visited Kashmir yet but the place is on my bucket list. after reading your post, I am having a strong feel to plan a vacation for Kashmir visit. great information with great detailing. loved it totally.

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      Neha Sharma April 8, 2019 at 11:04 pm - Reply

      You should definitely plan a trip to Kashmir once the situation cools down. And thank you so much for the lovely words.

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    Dipika April 9, 2019 at 4:28 pm - Reply

    Ah, lovely memories. Kashmir is a beautiful place and I so want to visit heaven on earth.

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      Neha Sharma April 10, 2019 at 12:22 am - Reply

      Thanks for stopping by, Dipika 🙂

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    Deepa April 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm - Reply

    I have never been to Kashmir yet but went to Jammu. Your post is really helpful for anyone who plans to visit J&K.

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      Neha Sharma April 14, 2019 at 10:55 pm - Reply

      Thank you, Deepa 🙂

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    Deepali March 13, 2021 at 7:17 pm - Reply

    Hi. Very nice post. Great info..
    However plz share some info regarding travelling with kids. Like food wise mostly… Whats available.. What to carry.. Etc… That’ll be a great help…
    Thanxx

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    praharsha December 20, 2023 at 3:25 pm - Reply

    Nice and detailed information

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      Neha Sharma December 20, 2023 at 8:13 pm - Reply

      Thank you for visiting the blog.

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    Shreyas March 12, 2024 at 6:06 pm - Reply

    Absolutely enchanted by this captivating photo story of Kashmir! The breathtaking landscape and the vibrant cultural snapshots truly transport you to the heart of this mesmerizing region. The detailed tour guide on the blog is a treasure trove of information, especially for families with kids.
    The picturesque Dal Lake and the iconic Shalimar Bagh are now at the top of my must-visit list. The tips for travelling with kids are invaluable, making the journey seem not just feasible but also enjoyable for the whole family. The blend of personal experience and practical advice creates a well-rounded guide for anyone planning a Kashmir trip.
    The blog truly captures the essence of Kashmir, not just as a tourist destination but as a rich tapestry of experiences and memories waiting to unfold. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful guide and inspiring wonder in all of us! I can’t wait to plan my own Kashmiri adventures after reading this.

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    Kashmir Travel April 3, 2024 at 2:03 am - Reply

    Lovely

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    Vaidhainshi Jindal April 3, 2024 at 8:08 pm - Reply

    Your travel guide is just awesome! You have covered every aspect of travelling and given such detailed information. Thankyou!!

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