Kashmir · Curated from Kochi

Mini Kashmir — 4 Nights / 5 Days, planned the Kerala way.

Srinagar houseboats, Gulmarg meadows, Pahalgam valleys. Flights from Kochi, Calicut or Trivandrum, stays we've chosen ourselves, and a real person from our Kochi studio a message away — before, during and after.

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Mini Kashmir — 4 Nights / 5 Days, planned the Kerala way.

Srinagar · Dal Lake · Pahalgam · Gulmarg · Sonmarg · 4 Nights / 5 Days · Ex-Srinagar, with flight guidance from Kochi, Calicut or Trivandrum.

Route

Srinagar · Dal Lake · Pahalgam · Gulmarg · Sonmarg

A short, easy first taste of Kashmir — houseboat night, Pahalgam valley and day trips to Gulmarg & Sonmarg.

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A day-by-day feel
(4 Nights / 5 Days)

Day 1

Arrive Srinagar and transfer to a Dal Lake houseboat. Visit the Shankaracharya temple, then a Shikara ride on Dal Lake at golden hour. Dinner and overnight on the houseboat.

Day 2

After breakfast drive to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds, passing saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag. Free time in the valley. Dinner and overnight in Pahalgam.

Day 3

Return towards Srinagar and take the Gulmarg day trip — the Gondola cable car to Kongdoori, meadow walks and snow play in season. Overnight in Srinagar.

Day 4

Day excursion to Sonmarg, the "meadow of gold", along the Sindh river. Optional pony ride towards Thajiwas glacier. Return to Srinagar for dinner and overnight.

Day 5

After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport for your flight home.

What's included

Day trips to Gulmarg & Sonmarg
A 24-hour trip helpline
Hotel stays on double-sharing basis
01 night on a Dal Lake houseboat
Daily breakfast & dinner at hotels (veg & non-veg)
01 Shikara ride on Dal Lake, Srinagar
Airport pick-up & drop, ex-Srinagar
All sightseeing by private Non-AC Sedan (2 pax) / Rumion (4–6 pax)
All applicable taxes except GST

Not included

5% GST
Airfare / train fare
Horse / pony rides
Pahalgam ABC valley union vehicle & Baisaran pony ride
Gulmarg — Gondola tickets, ATV, guide, chain jeep (in snow) & union vehicles
Sonmarg — pony ride to Thajiwas glacier & Zero-Point union vehicle
Camera / safari / sledge charges
Personal expenses (tips, calls, laundry, liquor, insurance)
Anything not listed under inclusions

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Asked by every Kerala traveller

Best time to visit Kashmir from Kerala?

April–June for flowers and pleasant days, September–October for golden chinar autumn, December–February for snow. We plan around what you want to feel.

How do flights from Kerala work?

Kochi/Calicut/Trivandrum to Srinagar via Delhi, typically 6–8 hours door to door. We suggest the smoothest routing and fares for your dates before you book.

Will food be a problem?

No. We arrange hotels and restaurants with rice-based and familiar options, and flag pure-veg needs ahead. Kahwa and wazwan tasting are optional adventures.

Is Kashmir safe for families and honeymooners?

Tourist circuits — Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg — are busy, welcoming and well-serviced. Your planner stays reachable 24×7 and adjusts plans live if anything changes.

Can I customise the itinerary?

That's the only way we work. Dates, pace, hotels, budget — every journey is built from a conversation, not a shelf.

Kashmir travel tips — before you go

A few pointers from our Kochi team so your first Kashmir trip feels easy, safe and well planned.

Clothing

Pack layers, a warm jacket, comfortable shoes and extra warm clothing for Gulmarg and snow spots. What you need depends on your travel season.

Money & payments

UPI and cards work in most tourist areas, but carry some cash for remote spots and small expenses.

Food

Hotels serve a mix of Indian and Kashmiri cuisine. Prefer Kerala / South-Indian food? Tell us while planning and we'll pick suitable stays.

Altitude

Gulmarg and other mountain spots sit at higher elevations. Stay hydrated, take it easy and avoid overexertion when you first arrive.

Pony rides

Pony rides are optional. Always confirm the route and price before you start.

Gulmarg Gondola

One of Kashmir's must-do experiences. Tickets are subject to availability and weather, so plan this in advance.

Weather

Kashmir's weather changes by season and varies between Srinagar and the mountains. Road journeys and activities may occasionally change.

Our tip

Tell us your travel dates and we'll guide you on what to pack, where to stay and which experiences suit your trip best.

Good to know — terms & conditions

Vehicles run as per the itinerary and are not at personal disposal. AC works in the plains and is switched off on hill drives.
All sightseeing is subject to weather, road, traffic and local conditions. Anything missed due to weather or natural causes is non-refundable.
Entry fees, pony rides, gondola tickets and union-vehicle charges are paid directly on site unless clearly listed as included.
Transfers and sightseeing are on an 08 hrs / 80 km per-day basis and do not include night driving.
Stays are subject to availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a similar-category alternative is arranged.
Pick-ups before 06:00 or after 22:00 may carry a small surcharge.
During heavy snow (mid-Dec to Feb/Mar) vehicles may run only up to Tangmarg; a chain-fitted jeep to Gulmarg is arranged on direct payment.

Cancellation policy

45+ days before check-in — 15% of tour cost.
29–14 days before check-in — 45% of tour cost.
13–8 days before check-in — 75% of tour cost.
Within 7 days or no-show — 100% of tour cost.
Confirmed hotel bookings carry a 10% administration fee on cancellation. Blackout dates (peak season / festivals / New Year) may have special terms.
Refund timelines depend on your bank. Please raise any cancellation with Lumiere Holidays within 24 hours of your request.

Prices are shared personally on enquiry and are net of applicable GST. Lumiere Holidays, Kochi.

Mini Kashmir — 4 Nights / 5 Days, planned the Kerala way.