Kashmir and Himachal Tour Packages
10 to 12 nights. Best april to june and september to october.
Post Your Travel RequirementRegion
Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir
Suggested stay
10 to 12 nights
Best time
April to June and September to October
Type
Combination
Kashmir and Himachal Tour Packages: how this trip works
Kashmir and Himachal are the two classic mountain holidays of north India, and many travellers want to see both. They are far apart by road, so a plan works best as one long loop with a clear transition in the middle.
A typical route goes through Himachal's hill stations first, then north via Amritsar or Pathankot to Jammu and Srinagar.
How to split your nights
| Stop | Suggested nights | Why it is on the route |
|---|---|---|
| Shimla | 2 | A colonial hill station. |
| Manali | 3 | Snow and adventure. |
| Dharamshala | 1 to 2 | A halfway point with monasteries. |
| Srinagar | 2 to 3 | Dal Lake and Mughal gardens. |
| Gulmarg or Pahalgam | 2 | Meadows or snow. |
Total: 10 to 12 nights. Adjust the split to your dates and pace.
Moving between the two
Himachal legs
Shimla to Manali is around seven to eight hours by road; Manali to Dharamshala about seven hours.
Himachal to Srinagar
A road journey through Pathankot and Jammu takes a long day or more; many travellers fly from Chandigarh or Delhi to Srinagar to save time.
Schedules, rules and fees change. Treat this as a planning guide and confirm current details with your agent.
When to go
April to June and September to October suit both. Winter is for snow, but roads and passes can close.
Who this trip suits
- Travellers with two weeks and a taste for mountains
- Honeymooners wanting two different landscapes
- Repeat visitors to north India
What to ask travel agents
- Is the Himachal–Kashmir transfer by road or air?
- How many hours of driving per day?
- How are Kashmir advisories handled?
What affects the price
- Internal flight versus a long road transfer
- Season
- Hotel category in both regions
We do not publish a fixed price. Ask for itemised quotes so you can compare transport, hotels and inclusions separately.
Planning Kashmir and Himachal?
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Practical tips
- Check Kashmir advisories before finalising
- Do not try this in a week
- Book hotels for May and June early
- Allow buffer days
Frequently asked questions
How many days?
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Ten to twelve nights.
Fly or drive from Himachal to Kashmir?
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Flying is easier; driving is long.
Is it safe?
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Check current advisories.
How do I compare quotes for this trip?
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Post your dates, group and budget on QuoteMyTrip. Travel agents can respond with plans for this route, and you can compare them side by side.
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Planning Kashmir and Himachal?
Post your travel requirement on QuoteMyTrip and receive multiple tour plans and quotes from travel agents.
- Free for travellers
- Multiple tour plans and quotes
- Compare before you decide
- No obligation to book