Kashmir, India

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Kashmir, nestled in the far north of India amid the western Himalayas, is one of South Asia's most breathtaking regions, often called "Paradise on Earth" for its dramatic mountain scenery, lush valleys, and serene lakes. The Kashmir Valley is famed for its iconic Dal Lake houseboats, Mughal gardens, and the historic city of Srinagar. In winter, Gulmarg transforms into one of Asia's premier ski destinations, while summer draws trekkers to high-altitude meadows like Sonamarg and Pahalgam. Travellers also come for the region's rich culture, Kashmiri cuisine, and traditional crafts including hand-knotted carpets, pashmina shawls, and papier-mâché work.

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Kashmir, India · 6 days

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Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg & Pahalgam – Self-Launched Kashmir Adventure

A self-launched version of Panda Experiences' 6-day Srinagar Highlights tour. You'll base yourself in Srinagar and do the classic Kashmir circuit — Dal Lake shikara rides, the Mughal gardens, the Gulmarg gondola, the Sonamarg glacier valley and Pahalgam's Betab and Aru valleys — using shared taxis and locally hired drivers instead of a private guided vehicle. Same destinations and headline experiences, but you book guesthouses/houseboats, shikara and gondola tickets yourself. Costs are rough backpacker estimates in GBP; they exclude flights. Allow extra slack for weather, road closures and security checkpoints — and check current FCDO/India travel advice for Kashmir before booking.

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