Offbeat Kashmir Package

For those section of traveler who prefers to spend their time in isolation with nature alone. Some of these unseen and rare places in Kashmir not only offer amazing views but also, there are manyndifferent ways that people can enjoy their holidays with families and friends by indulging in many activities like hiking, camping, and star gazing. So, let's help you all plan a perfect offbeat itinerary of Kashmir this upcoming season.

The capital city Srinagar is the prized possession of the Vale of Kashmir. Imbibing many colors of the state, it reflects the authentic Jammu & Kashmir. The city sits quietly on the bank of Jhelum and contemplates the vivaciousness. The canopied Shikara boats, plush houseboats, snow-capped mountains and the sparkling water of Dal and Nageen Lake come together to bring the picture of authentic Srinagar come alive. The blessing of Prophet Mohammad from Hazratbal Shrine and Jama Masjid, the divinity of Shankarcharya temple, glimpse of floating vegetable market and the bountiful flora and fauna, all honour the capital city with a title of Paradise on Earth. Srinagar also renders great options for activities like bird watching (Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary) water skiing (Dal Lake, Nagin Lake and Bod-dal), golfing (Kashmir Golf Course), trekking (towards Pir Panjal, 89 kms from Srinagar) and boating(Shikara ride on Dal Lake and Nagin Lake) and thus makes holidays in Kashmir a successful expedition. Yusmarg … Land of Meadows Nestled in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, Yusmarg also known as "Meadows of Jesus" is belived to be place where Jesus once lived. Imagine an evening by the DoodhGanga River overlooking the beautiful sunset and the Tatakooti Peaks with a warm cup of coffee. The picturesque valley and the lush green meadows will leave spellbound with its unparalleled beauty! Alpathar Lake … The Frozen Alpathar Lake is one of the major attractions of Gulmarg and the tourists can have a lot of fun here. This calm and beautiful Lake is also known as the picnic spot. The mesmerizing ambiance of the place is truly speechless. The scenic beauty of the hills and snow-capped mountains seems as if you are in heaven.Trekking is something that you cannot miss if you are here. Ferozepur Nallah, Gulmarg Also known as Shinmahinyu, is a mountain stream originating from the Ferozepur Peak, located at a distance of 5 km from Gulmarg. Visitors interested in angling can enjoy trout fishing here. Locals residing in proximity use the stream as a source for drinking water. They believe that the water of the stream is blessed by the spirits of the mountain. This stream meets the river Bahan at Waters Meet, counted amongst the noted tourist spots in Gulmarg Bandipora, Wular Lake Wular Lake (also spelt Wullar) is a large fresh water lake in Bandipore district in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. The lake basin was formed as a result of tectonic activity and is fed by the Jhelum River. The less traveled beauty will surely not disappoint you with its calmness and majestic mountains.

"Gar firdaus bar-rue zamin ast, hami asto, hamin asto, hamin ast" - "If there is a heaven on earth, it's here, it's here, it's here" - It's an honest declaration by Mughal Emperor Jehangir about Kashmir.
These words are enough to depict what Kashmir is and what its worth to the one billion Indians. Truly it is "Jannat E Kashmir" - the paradise on earth, the crown of India. Kashmir is world famous for its mesmerising beauty comprising of innumerable mountain landscapes, lush green valleys, hundreds of streams, snow capped mountains and meadows, crystal clear beautiful lakes, gardens and lots of holy shrines.
Kashmir indeed a travellers paradise, a must visit place once in a life time. Come and behold the mesmerising beauty of this amazing land with customized Kashmir Travel Package by Meilleur Holidays.

Kashmir, the paradise on Earth is all season tour destination. But the best time to avail a Kashmir Package Tour is between late March to October as during this period the weather in Kashmir are at its best. This period covers three seasons in Kashmir i.e. Spring (March-early May), Summers (early May-late August) and Autumn (September-November) In autumn one can experience the heavenly charm of Kashmir. Basically autumn in Kashmir is synonymous with dried leaves of Chinar trees and saffron harvesting. The entire valley is dazzled with red fire like glowing Chinar leaves. Towards the end of November the spell binding charm of Chinar trees is worth observing. Its leaves change their colour from green to crimson red and turns pale yellow while it bid adieu. One would love the rustling sound of the leaves as they get trampled under the feet, one of the famous highlights of autumn is the saffron fields of Pampore, for which Kashmir is very famous.
Winter in Kashmir consist of December to early March is, when the entire valley wears a white blanket of snow. Those, who enjoy chilling weather and interested in skiing, winter is the time to be in Kashmir.

Your Kashmir Tour will be incomplete without a Gondola Ride. You can behold the breathtaking panoramic view of the Himalayas from this ride. It will be a lifetime experience. Please make sure to buy Phase 2 ticket as view in this stage is awesome. During peak season ticket booking can be difficult due to long queue and heavy tourist gatheration. Traveler can book Phase 1 ticket from online but online ticket for phase 2 is not sold. It would be better if traveler goes for Phase 2 first, then come back to Phase 1.

Phase I - (Gulmarg to Kungdoor) Rs. 600/- Per Adult & Child (3 to 10 Year).
Phase 2 - (Kungdoor to Aparwath) Rs. 800/- Per Adult & Child (3 to 10 Year).
Chair Lift - (Kungdori to Marry Shoulder) Rs. 300/- Per Adult.

10 BEST THINGS TO DO IN KASHMIR

1. Dal Lake Shikara Ride (6:00 am to 5:00 pm / INR 150 - INR 250 Per Person).
2. Spend a night in a House Boat (most special for Honeymooners).
3. Experience Gondola cable car ride (Ticket Sale : 9.00am - 3.00pm) / (Ride : 10.00am - 5.00pm).
4. Enjoy Water Rafting in Lidder River (short 3km / medium 8km / long 28km).
5. Paragliding over magnificent valleys (happens in Sonamarg, Gulmarg, Bhaderwah, Sanasar and Harwan).
6.Try out some Kashmiri Delicacy (Lamb Mutton Rogan Josh, Modur Pulav, Matschgand, Yakhni or Yoghurt Lamb Curry, Kashmiri Muji Gaad, Aab Gosht, Goshtaba).
7. Ride a pony for Sightseeing (Pahalgam, Sonamarg, and Gulmarg).
8.Go for a Pilgrimage Tour (Amarnath Cave, Vaishnodevi Temple, Charar-e-sharif, Hazratbal Mosque, Jama Masjid Srinagar, Shankaracharya Temple).
9. Skiing and Snowboarding in winter (Powerhounds - Gulmarg / Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sports - Pahalgam).
10. Pashmina Shawl , carpet and woolen garments.

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 Always wear a Mask if your visiting the public place.
 Owing to the zigzagging hilly roads, motion sickness is another challenge. Keep the necessary medication along with you.
 Carry back all non-degradable litter such as empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc. These must not litter the environment or be buried. They must be disposed in municipal dustbins only.
 Keep all pollutants away from streams and lakes.
 Do respect people's privacy while taking photographs. Ask for prior permission before taking a photograph. Dress modestly. Be aware of the customs and manners and culture of the local people.
 It is customary to leave a donation at a monastery and to circle shrines in clockwise direction.
 Avoid loud music and noise.
 Always keep your Identity Card / Passport Copies to avoid hasslement in hotels.
 Do Use dustbin in public places as you are also responsible for clean environment.
 Don't take a lot of cash with you, there are many ATM's of almost all major banks in the major towns of the region.
 Do not encourage beggars and always beware of strangers.
 Observe the sanctity of holy sites, temples and local cultures.
 In case temporary toilets are set-up near campsites, after defecation, cover with mud or sand. Make sure that the spot is at least 30 meters away from the water source.
 Vegetation is fragile; follow designated trails.
 While traveling to high Hills always carry Camera, Goggles, Sun screen lotion and Sports Shoes in case you like nature walks (Binoculars are optional).
 If you’re planning to visit the market please visit in between 1000am- 1900pm only as most of the place will get closed by 2000hrs –
 Make sure you are well aware of Restricted Area Permit and Protected Area Permit before visiting Sikkim.
 Drink sufficient amount of water to avoid dehydration while trekking.
 Remember to register at the forest or wildlife check posts before entering for your safety.
 While hiking, wear comfortable shoes since the trails can get rough at places.
 Always travel with a local guide ( Trekking trip ). Look for genuine travel guides who knows everything about the state.
 While trekking, always follow the designed path, do not interrupt the fragile vegetation.
 Applying of sunscreen is a necessity to avoid sunburns and always carry sunglasses and hats while touring.

 Don’t disturb wildlife or its habitat.
 Don't play loud music inside the forested areas.
 Don’t buy endangered species or antiques.
 Don’t smoke, drink alcohol or talk loudly near sacred places.
 Don’t pluck plants or flowers.
 Don’t use Plastic Bags or Plastic Bottles in the forest area as plastic does NOT decay itself & harms the natural environment. If you do use plastic kindly don't throw in the forest and carry back.
 Don’t throw cigarette buts on leaf litter as they are an important cause for forest fires
 Do not leave any non-biodegradable items.
 Do not scribble on trees, rocks and buildings.
 Do not destroy any type of vegetation or plants during your visit here.
 Do not take away flora and fauna in the forms of cuttings, seeds or roots. It is illegal, especially in the Himalayas. The environment is really delicate in this region and the bio-diversity of the region has to be protected at all costs.
 Do not use pollutants such as detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
 Do not use wood as fuel to cook food at the campsite.
 Do not consume aerated drinks, alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicant and throw bottles in the wild.
 Do not tempt the locals, especially children by offering them foodstuff or sweets. Respect local traditions.
 Polythene and plastics are non biodegradable and unhealthy for the environment and must not be used and littered.
 Avoid entering the temple premises if you are on your menstrual cycle. It is followed by all locals and expected from tourists as well.
 The left hand is considered to be somewhat polluted. Avoid handing money or tapping anyone with the left hand.
 In hills - locals are conservative and do not appreciate the public display of affection. Keep a check on your body language and choice of words as well.
 It is not allowed to swim in the rivers, lakes or glaciers in the protected areas.
 Buying or dealing in products made from the skins of endangered species or of any another animal is strictly prohibited. Buying and selling of antiques are also illegal as per the government norms in Sikkim.