Known popularly for its lush forested mountains, verdant gardens, colourful flower beds, and picturesque lakes, Srinagar is a paradise on earth. A must-inclusion in all the Kashmir tour packages, this nature lover’s delight introduces you to the scenic beauty and colourful culture of Kashmir. The largest city of Kashmir, Srinagar, is famous for its postcard-perfect Dal Lake. You can rent a boathouse and float on the serene waters, spending a relaxing vacation. The Nishat Bagh and the Mughal Gardens propel couples with their breathtaking rows of flora and a tranquil atmosphere. Srinagar is also the place where you can relish a delightful Mutton Rogan Josh and shop for Pashmina shawls. So, you have another exciting place to include in your Jammu Kashmir tour package.

Translating literally to the ‘Meadow of Flowers’, Gulmarg is often found in every Kashmir trip package. With the magnificent snow-clad mountains serving as a lovely contrasting backdrop, the vast stretches of colourful flowers offer a real treat to the eyes in Gulmarg. The snowy mountain peaks offer excellent skiing and snowboarding activities for adrenaline seekers. Gulmarg also offers thrilling gondola rides, which is considered the second-highest cable car globally. The gondola ride will take you to an elevation of over 3657 meters up Mount Apharwat and offer breathtaking views, including that of the Nanga Parvat.

 Lying at a stone’s throw away from Srinagar, Kupwara is a dreamy land of majestic alpine markets, rolling meadows, and clear gushing water. Set in picturesque locales, Kupwara is the epitome of natural beauty in Kashmir. It is a must-include in the Kashmir tour packages. One of the major attractions in Kupwara is its enchanting valleys, including Lolab valley, Seemab Valley, Bungus Valley, Kieran Valley, and Machil Valley. Kupwara also has religious sites, including the Qamar Reshi Sahib Shrine and the Sheikh Baba Behram point. Featuring dense forests and offering mountain biking and trekking opportunities, Chandigham in Kupwara is a delight and you must include this in your Jammu and Kashmir tour packages.

Considered the second largest town in the Ladakh region, Kargil offers undaunted natural beauty. A witness to many historical wars, Kargil oozes out a lot of heart-warming memories and emotions. One of the must-visit places in Kargil is the war memorial, where you can pay your tribute to the brave Indian soldiers who lost their lives for saving our country.  You can also experience mountaineering in the Nun Mountains and take a trekking tour to Suru Valley. Other places that you can explore in Kargil include Wakha Rgyal, Shergold, Mulbek Gompa, and Urgyen Dzong. These are the must-visit attractions in Kashmir packages.

Lying at a distance of around 40 kilometres from Srinagar and nicknamed the “Rice Bowl Of Kashmir”, Pulwama is a quaint village in Kashmir. Brimming with natural beauty, Pulwama is known popularly for its aromatic saffron fields, agreeable climate, rich culture, and kind-hearted locals.  Offering excellent trekking and mountaineering opportunities in the summer season and snowboarding and skiing opportunities in the winters, Pulwama is often found in the Kashmir holiday packages of all adventure enthusiasts. Pulwama is packed with several excellent hotels for tourists to enjoy a comfortable and memorable stay.

Perched at an elevation of around 2,740 meters above sea level and packed with thick green forests, colourful flowery meadows, and serene lakes, Pahalgam is one of the most recommended places to include in the Kashmir tour packages of all avid nature lovers.  Set at approximately 95 kilometres from Srinagar, Pahalgam offers a serene atmosphere for the solitude seekers to soak in. The picturesque Aru and Betab Valley propel couples with their unending natural charm. The Sheshnag Lake is a fantastic place to visit and enjoy the views of the greenish waters and the surrounding grassland and mountain terrains.

Home to many beautiful age-old temples and known for their spiritual significance, Anantnag is commonly found in the Kashmir packages of spiritual enthusiasts and pilgrims. Anantnag comes straight out of an artist’s magical scenery, Packed with ever-charming freshwater springs and breathtaking lush gardens. Tourists visiting Anantnag spend much of their time enjoying temple visits. Some of the famous spiritual sites to visit here include the Martand Sun Temple, Amarnath Ji’s cave, Kheer Bhawani Asthappan, Masjid Baba Dawood Khaki, Imambara Goom, and Ziarat Baba Hyder Reshi Shrine. One of the other prime places of interest in Anantnag is the Kishtwar National Park, home to Himalayan black and brown bear and musk deer.

 Known popularly as the ‘Garden of Bliss’, Nishant Garden happens to be the second-largest Mughal Garden in the Kashmir Valley. Lying on the eastern side of the famous Dal Lake, Nishant Garden was established in 1633 AD under the command of Asaf Khan, the brother of Noor Jahan. Nishant Garden offers a treat to the eyes, with the majestic Zabarwan Mountains serving as a stunning backdrop. Nishat Bagh offers an impressive Persian architectural design, featuring a serene water channel flowing amidst the garden and 12 terraces adorned with colourful flowers. So, make sure you have enough time in the itinerary of your Kashmir tour packages.

The Shalimar Garden is preached on the picturesque shores of Dal Lake and sprawled across a vast area of whopping 31 acres. This place happens to be the most prominent Mughal Garden Kashmir valley. The Shalimar Garden was established back in 1619 AD under the orders of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. Flanked by tall Chinar trees and packed with colourful flowers, the ever-charming Shalimar Garden is a must-include in the Kashmir tour packages of couples.

 Established back in 1632 AD under the commands of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Chashmashahi is the smallest of all the three gardens laid out by the Mughals. Chashme Shahi happens to be an awe-inspiring three-terraced garden, with a striking natural spring of water flowing through it. Packed with well-manicured flowery patches, Chashme Shahi flaunts an Iranian influenced architectural design. Offering breathtaking panoramic views of Dal Lake, Chashme Shahi is a great picnic site to include in your Kashmir tour.

Constructed by Sultan Sikandar in 1402, Jama Masjid is considered the biggest mosque in Kashmir Valley. This mosque has been damaged severely by fire three times. Still, it has fortunately been well-restored and one of the top places to include in the Kashmir holiday packages. The existing building of Jama Masjid was constructed in 1672 under the commands of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir. Jama Masjid flaunts a spellbinding Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Featuring a massive courtyard with a total of 370 wooden pillars, Jama Masjid can accommodate 33,333 devotees at a single time.

Juxtaposed against the snowy Himalayan peaks, the enchanting Aru Valley is often found in the Kashmir tour packages for honeymooners. This breathtaking valley is adorned to perfection by the picturesque Aru River, a tributary of the Lidder River.  The Aru Valley Serves as a base camp for several treks. By offering some exhilarating activities like hiking and horse riding, this valley is becoming a must-include in the Kashmir packages of adrenaline seekers. This place is a gateway to the famous Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. If you are an adventure buff you must include this place in your Jammu and Kashmir tour packages.

Dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Shiva, Amarnath is one of the top places to include in the Kashmir packages of all devotees and religious seekers. The major attraction of this place is the Amarnath Cave, which is home to the Shiva Linga made entirely of ice. This unique Shivalinga is an accumulation of water droplets that freeze once they fall on the cave floor.  According to popular mythological beliefs, the Amarnath Cave is the same site where Lord Shiva shared his life’s secrets with his consort Goddess Parvati. Amarnath receives the highest influx of devotees during the Amarnath Yatra, held here every year between July and August.

Nicknamed as the ‘Meadow of Gold’, Sonamarg is one of those prime destinations that all travellers wish to have in their Kashmir tour packages. Undulating trekking trails, spectacular flower beds, and stunning glaciers are some of the top highlights of the quaint town of Sonamarg. One of the main attractions of Sonamarg is the mesmerizing Thajiwas Glacier, which offers excellent trekking and camping opportunities. Various pristine lakes, including Gangabal Lake, Gadsar Lake, Satsar Lake, Vishansar Lake, and Krishnasar Lake, are also prominent tourist places. The thrilling Zoji-La Pass is yet another important place of interest in Sonamarg, which attracts daredevils.