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Leh Ladakh Tour - 8 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“This is a very remote area with unique culture and nature. I enjoyed the absence of crowds.”
Margarita, traveled in April 2023
The ancient Lamayuru monastery and Hemis Gompa complex showcase Kashmir's Buddhist heritage. Traditional villages dot the Nubra Valley, where double-humped camel rides await at Hunder. Pristine Pangong Lake views complement stays in comfortable 3-star hotels while crossing world's highest motorable passes.
Duration 8 days Destinations Leh, Ladakh, Lamayuru, Nubra Valley, Hunder, Diskit, Pangong Tso Lake Age Range 1 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $1,961
63% Off- US$726You save $1,235
Dal Lake's serenity leads to Pahalgam's Betaab Valley in this Kashmir journey. The historic Charari Sharief Shrine and Mughal Gardens, including Nishat and Shalimar Bagh, reveal centuries of history. Local culture comes alive through traditional houseboat stays, saffron field visits in Pampore, and pine-covered meadows.
Duration 8 days Destinations Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam Age Range 5 to 90 year olds Operated in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese Operator MTA Destination Management Company From
63% Off- US$1,245
Dal Lake houseboats and mountain resorts in Gulmarg offer distinctive accommodations. Pahalgam's Betab Valley, Sonamarg's Thajiwas glacier, and world's highest golf course showcase natural wonders. Traditional breakfasts and guided tours enhance the experience.
Duration 7 days Destinations Srinagar, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, Pahalgam Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $1,547
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07 Days Heavenly Kashmir Tour of India
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour of Kashmir was amazing, beautiful and fabulous. This trip was a search into family past history and it totally delivered.”
M, traveled in October 2023
Dal Lake houseboats and Pahalgam's Betaab Valley showcase Kashmir's natural beauty. Saffron fields, apple orchards, and the historic Awantipora Ruins offer cultural immersion. This 6-day tour features 3-star hotels, traditional Kashmiri meals, and guides with 5.0 ratings.
Duration 6 days Destinations Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg Age Range 1 to 65 year olds Operated in English Operator Swastik India Journeys From
58% Off- US$615
Ultimate Ladakh Experiences
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The food was good and the staff pleasant but not a home stay where you participate in the food preparation.”
Lauren, traveled in June 2024
Ancient Thiksey Monastery stands as a testament to Kashmir's Buddhist heritage. Luxury camping by Pangong Lake and visits to remote Brokpa villages provide unique perspectives. Boutique hotel stays in Leh and traditional farm-stays in Sakti Village complete the experience.
Duration 13 days Destinations Leh, Alchi, Lamayuru, Nubra Valley, Hunder, Pangong Tso Lake Age Range 5 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Swastik India Journeys From
58% Off- US$1,335
What people love about Kashmir Tours
- 07 Days Heavenly Kashmir Tour of India
Our time in Kashmir was unbelievable- it is the most picturesque place in the world. The tour was well organised and ran very smoothly. Our driver, Danish, truly went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, safety, and enjoyment. He was a great and reliable support system for when we were sick, and was supportive in our recovery. He is to be highly commended in his efforts and service. :)
- 07 Days Heavenly Kashmir Tour of India
Our tour of Kashmir was amazing, beautiful and fabulous. The guide Ishfaq and the driver Zahid Ahmad Wani made our tour. They made sure we were comfortable , secure, and happy at all times and the information about what we were seeing and doing and general information the country was fantastic. We learned about Kashmir history as well as current affairs. This trip was a search into family past history and it totally delivered.
- 07 Days Heavenly Kashmir Tour of India
My trip, Heavenly Kashmir Tour, was made perfect, largely because of our wonderful guide, Ishfaq Ahmad Shalla. We had a problem with every room we were given. We had booked a room with two beds and were continuously only given one. He worked his expert magic each day, going above and beyond his duties to make it happen for us which was not an easy task. Iahfaq speaks English very well and along with his knowledge and love for Kashmir it was magical. He made us feel comfortable and very well taken care of. Our driver Ayub was very nice, but he was on the phone all the time (even on video chat while driving in that crazy traffic). Several times he wondered away and we had to wait until he reappeared not knowing where he was. Kashmir was somewhere I’d wanted to go to for many years and with the best guide, Ishfaq Ahmad Shalla’s help it was amazing!
Travel Kashmir your way
Our Ladakh treks take you deep into the Himalayan high country where the views just keep getting better. The Rumbak Valley route puts you right in snow leopard territory during winter months and you'll spend nights camping in villages, getting to know the families who call these mountains home. Another great route goes up and over the Ganda La pass at 4900m before winding down through rocky gorges to find centuries-old monasteries in the Markha Valley. Our customers really love joining the monks for morning prayers at Diskit Monastery and camping out on Nimaling's green meadows at 4200m with massive peaks rising up to 6400m all around. These treks run 8-14 days, with proper time built in at Leh to get used to the altitude before heading up into the real heights.
See all Hiking & Trekking toursKashmir and Ladakh's adventure tours mix high-altitude action with deep cultural connections. You'll drive across Khardung La - the world's highest driveable pass at 18,380 feet and try your hand at rafting where the mighty Zanskar and Indus rivers crash together at Sangam. Our tours typically start with a night or two in traditional Dal Lake houseboats before heading up to Gulmarg for some seriously high cable car rides. Over in the Nubra Valley, you can hop on a Bactrian camel and cross actual sand dunes between ancient Buddhist temples. Our travelers particularly enjoy those quiet early monastery visits and meeting local Baltistani families in places like Turtuk that most tourists never see. We've got the timing down perfectly for altitude adjustment and our guides know exactly when to push on and when to ease back when you're up this high.
See all Active toursKashmir's explorer tours really shine when they mix the big sights with quiet local moments. The most popular trips run 7-8 days, starting with tranquil mornings on Srinagar's Dal Lake where you'll glide past floating markets in a traditional Shikara boat. For a deeper dive into the region, the 11-day tours add Pahalgam to the mix - our travelers love walking through fragrant saffron fields and finding their way to small spots like Baisaran village. The traditional houseboats are a highlight, especially when paired with visits to the precise gardens of Nishat Bagh and also Shalimar Bagh. What makes these routes work so well is the contrast - you start in Old Delhi's busy spice markets before flying up to Kashmir's clear mountain air. Our customers often tell us this shift from city buzz to mountain quiet sets up their journey perfectly. The best routes include time at Yusmarg's meadows and Doodhpathri's alpine landscape, where you can take it slow with optional horse rides. We've found the most satisfying itineraries combine Gulmarg's popular Gondola ride with quieter spots like the Charari Sharief shrine that most tourists miss.
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Top operators in Kashmir
Alkof Holidays runs solid Leh Ladakh tours that our travelers consistently rate well. The itineraries include monastery visits, camel safaris and high-altitude passes through the mountains and valleys. It's worth noting though that some guests mention bumpy stretches along the Changla Pass, and the hotel quality can vary depending on which properties you stay at. TourRadar's "Land of the Lamas" tour got particularly good feedback from Alexander, one of our recent travelers. He appreciated how smoothly everything ran and pointed out the guides really knew their history and culture. The tour hits major sites like the Akshardham Temple in Delhi, then takes you to Agra for both the Taj Mahal and also the Red Fort - all carefully woven into a well-paced schedule. The guides handle the logistics well, which matters a lot in this region where road conditions and accommodation standards can sometimes be unpredictable. They keep groups moving efficiently between destinations while still allowing enough time to properly explore each place.
- 4.5 (197 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my tour. This is a very remote area with unique culture and nature. I 've been there at the beginning of April before the tourist season starts, so I enjoyed the absence of crowds. However, nights were very cold, some hotels did not have heating, so hot bottles were my best friends. During the day the weather were beautiful, sunny. I enjoyed snow on the passes we crossed. My guide and driver were excellent. People we met at the hotels demonstrated wonderful hospitality. The tour company that organized this travel experience was very good, professional and responded to all my requests. I was feeling so happy during this trip, in peace with nature and the world 😊
- Tours
- 11 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 15h
- Response rate
- 88%
- Average price
- $329
- 5.0 (329 reviews)
"We booked this tour via tour radar, implemented by MTA. Perfectly arranged. Quite an amazing experience. Better to do this when you are in good health.
- Tours
- 6 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 10h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $256
- 5.0 (1,521 reviews)
"Our guide and driver were excellent. The home stay was the only real disappointment as was not that at all but a bed and breakfast situation. Our room was very poor, the food was good and the staff pleasant but not a home stay where you participate in the food preparation or see how people live in the location.
- Tours
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 85 years old
- Adventure type
- Active
- Response time
- 14h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $160
Kashmir tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
63 tours in KashmirExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Kashmir. We have 63 adventures that vary from 4 days to 18 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
84 tours in KashmirVisit Kashmir with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
42 tours in KashmirPrivate tours give you room to breathe and adjust as you go. Our most complete options run 7-10 days, covering both Kashmir and Ladakh properly. Starting in Srinagar, you get your own Shikara boat and time to explore the Mughal Gardens before taking that incredible drive through Kargil to reach Leh. Our travelers tell us they love how these tours mix culture and nature - one morning you're walking through ancient monasteries like Diskit and Thiksey, then by afternoon you're riding camels across actual sand dunes in Nubra Valley. You'll spend nights by Pangong Lake, visit hidden spots like Turtuk village and discover peaceful places like the Charari Sharief shrine that most visitors skip entirely.
Top Kashmir travel itineraries to fit your plans
A week in Kashmir lets you really get to know the region. Many of our guests love starting with two nights on a traditional houseboat, then heading up to Gulmarg where the gondola ride reveals incredible mountain panoramas. The journey continues to Pahalgam's "Valley of Shepherds" - you'll walk through fields where saffron flowers grow and venture into the quiet Aru Valley. Our travelers often tell us they particularly loved Betaab Valley, named for its famous Bollywood connection, where you can take a pony trek to Chandanwari. The tour circles back to Srinagar, giving you proper time to explore the detailed architecture of Mughal Gardens and take a peaceful evening boat ride on Dal Lake as the sun sets behind the mountains.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso Lake
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Leh, Lamayuru, Alchi, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso Lake, Karzok
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Leh, Kargil, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Diskit, Hunder, Pangong Tso Lake
Demographics
Our solo travel tours through Kashmir and Ladakh focus on making you feel comfortable while discovering the real culture. The Leh tour stands out - our solo guests tell us they really appreciate how we plan the first days around proper altitude adjustment. It's smart to start gently with visits to local monasteries and markets in Leh before heading to higher locations. Another favorite combines Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake; the guides are excellent at connecting travelers with local families in spots where regular tourists don't usually go. For female travelers exploring on their own, we can arrange female guides where needed - it's just part of what we handle for you.
Couples looking for something special in Kashmir and Ladakh tend to love our mix of comfort and exploration. Many start with a few nights on traditional houseboats in Srinagar, taking private boat rides on Dal Lake when the water's calm and peaceful. Our travelers often mention how magical it feels watching the sunrise at Mughal Gardens before anyone else arrives. The journey continues through Ladakh with quiet monastery visits and impressive mountain drives through Kargil's passes. Pangong Lake camping is usually the highlight - you get your own tent by the water and the stargazing is incredible when the lake mirrors the night sky. Some couples choose our longer 10-day option which includes time in Turtuk village; sharing home-cooked meals with local families there creates the kind of moments you just can't plan for.
- Solo Travelers94 tours All tours for Solo Travelers
- Couples11 tours
- Seniors (50+)38 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Kashmir
- Spring 2025
Spring fills Kashmir's valleys with colors - it's when photographers get their best shots and cultural activities pick up. The 8-day routes start at Dal Lake just as the floating markets come back to life. We take people to quieter spots like Yusmarg where the meadows start blooming and Nilnag Lake when the pine forests turn properly green again. Lots of our travelers choose this time for Alchi Monastery; the spring light really shows off those ancient paintings and also the mountain backdrop.
- 50 tours
- 74 tours
- popular 78 tours
- Summer 2025
Summer opens everything up in Kashmir and Ladakh. Our most popular tours run 7-11 days, and people tell us they love how the warm weather lets them properly enjoy camping by Pangong Lake and exploring those sand dunes in Nubra Valley. You can go rafting where the Indus meets the Zanskar, take the Gulmarg Gondola up to snowy peaks and ride camels across the high desert near Hunder. The routes include time at Hemis during festival season and also visits to villages like Turtuk where locals welcome you into their communities.
- popular 83 tours
- 83 tours
- 82 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn brings out amazing colors in Kashmir's valleys against Ladakh's stark scenery. The routes mix visits to Srinagar's Mughal Gardens in full fall colors with drives through Kargil when the weather stays stable. Our guests particularly enjoy seeing Pampore's saffron harvest, and the monastery tours in Ladakh work really well - the clear autumn air gives perfect views of the peaks and also the old architecture.
- popular 80 tours
- 51 tours
- 31 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter in Kashmir and Ladakh transforms the landscape with snow, making for really special experiences. The 7-8 day circuits start from Srinagar where Dal Lake takes on a quiet winter character, and those houseboats stay surprisingly cozy even in cold weather. One of our families who came through in December told us they got lucky with sunny days in Leh, though they did need hot water bottles at night. You'll find way fewer people at places like Pangong Lake, Shanti Stupa and also Nubra Valley, which makes the winter routes extra special for monastery visits.
- January 2025 44 tours
- February 2025 popular 45 tours
- December 2025 31 tours
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