✅ Inclusions:

✔️ 5 Nights Stay (3N Srinagar Hotel + 1N Pahalgam Hotel + 1N Houseboat)
✔️ Daily Breakfast & Dinner
✔️ Private AC Vehicle for Transfers & Sightseeing
✔️ All tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances

Important Travel Tips

🔹 Best Time to Visit: March–October (for lush greenery) | November–February (for snowfall).
🔹 Weather: Pack warm clothes, even in summer (nights are cold).
🔹 Cash & ATMs: Limited ATMs in remote areas; carry cash for small purchases.
🔹 Network Connectivity: Jio, Airtel, and BSNL work best.
🔹 Altitude & Health: Drink water, rest well, and avoid overexertion.

👜 Essentials to Pack for Your Kashmir Trip

🧥 Clothing & Accessories

✔️ Warm Layers: Thermals, woolen sweaters, and fleece jackets (even in summer, nights are chilly).

✔️ Heavy Winter Jacket: A must for Gulmarg and Sonamarg, especially in winter.

✔️ Gloves, Mufflers & Woolen Socks: Essential for snow activities.

✔️ Comfortable Shoes: Waterproof trekking shoes or boots for snow and rough terrain.

✔️ Raincoat/Poncho: Sudden rain showers are common, especially in spring.

✔️ Sunglasses & Sunscreen: The sun can be harsh, especially at high altitudes.

🩹 Health & Safety

✔️ Personal Medications & First-Aid Kit (Band-aids, antiseptic cream, pain relievers, altitude sickness tablets).

✔️ Lip Balm & Moisturizer: The cold weather can cause dry skin and chapped lips.

✔️ Hand Sanitizer & Wet Wipes: Helpful for on-the-go hygiene.

✔️ Power Bank: Essential for long travel days without charging points.

✔️ Small Backpack: To carry essentials during day trips.

📷 Travel Gadgets & Documents

✔️ Camera/GoPro & Extra Batteries: To capture Kashmir’s breathtaking beauty.

✔️ Binoculars: If you love birdwatching or scenic views.

✔️ Portable Charger & Universal Adapter (if traveling from abroad).

✔️ Valid ID Proof: Aadhaar, Passport, or Driver’s License (for hotel check-ins & permits).

✔️ Printouts of Flight Tickets & Hotel Bookings: Internet can be unreliable in some areas.

💸 Money & Connectivity

✔️ Cash: ATMs are limited in Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg, so carry cash for small expenses.

✔️ Postpaid SIM Card: Only postpaid connections work in Kashmir (Jio & Airtel recommended).

✔️ Offline Google Maps & Translator App: Helpful when network coverage is low.

📜 Permits & Regulations

• Gulmarg & Sonamarg (Zero Point): Some areas may require local Union Taxi services—travelers should be aware of extra transport costs.
• Foreign Nationals: Might need additional permits for certain areas.

🚗 Transport & Road Conditions

• Winter Travel Advisory: Roads to Gulmarg & Sonamarg may be temporarily blocked due to snowfall; alternative plans should be considered.
• Union Taxi System: Private vehicles are not allowed beyond certain points (Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gulmarg). Travelers must hire local taxis (extra cost).

🍽️ Food & Dining Tips

• Kashmiri cuisine is rich in spices; recommend lighter meal options for those with sensitive stomachs.
• Non-vegetarian travelers should try Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, & Seekh Kebabs.
• Vegetarian travelers can enjoy Dum Aloo, Nadru Yakhni & Kashmiri Pulao.
• Drinking bottled water is recommended.

🛍️ Shopping Recommendations

• Pashmina Shawls & Woolen Wear – Buy only from government-approved stores to avoid fakes.
• Saffron & Dry Fruits – Best purchased from Pampore, the saffron capital.
• Handmade Paper Mache Souvenirs – Found in Srinagar’s local markets.

🕌 Cultural & Local Etiquette

• Respect religious places – Dress modestly when visiting mosques/shrines.
• Photography restrictions – Some religious and military areas do not allow photos.
• Tipping: Generally expected in restaurants and by drivers/guides (₹50–₹200 depending on service).

Booking & Payment Policy

• Advance Payment: 50 percentage of the total cost is required for booking confirmation.
• Cancellation Policy: Refunds depend on how close the cancellation is to the travel date (detailed policy available upon request).
• Last-Minute Changes: Weather conditions or local restrictions may affect the itinerary. Alternative plans will be arranged accordingly.