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The Best Time to Visit Kashmir: A Season-by-Season Guide

Bandhan Travel Desk18 Jul 20266 min read
The Best Time to Visit Kashmir: A Season-by-Season Guide

Tulip blooms in spring, houseboats under summer stars, saffron fields in autumn, or snow in Gulmarg — here's how to pick the right month for your Kashmir escape.

Kashmir wears a different face in every season, and the 'best' time truly depends on the trip you're dreaming of.

Spring (March–May) is when the valley wakes up. The Tulip Garden in Srinagar — Asia's largest — bursts into colour through late March and April, and the Mughal gardens are at their greenest. Days are mild and evenings still cool enough for a pheran.

Summer (June–August) is peak season for good reason: warm days, blooming meadows in Gulmarg and Pahalgam, and long golden evenings on the Dal Lake houseboats. Book early — this is when families and honeymooners arrive in numbers.

Autumn (September–November) is our quiet favourite. The chinar leaves turn crimson and gold, the saffron fields near Pampore are harvested, and the crowds thin out.

Winter (December–February) belongs to the snow. Gulmarg becomes one of Asia's finest ski destinations, and the Gondola ride over a white valley is unforgettable.

Whichever season calls you, our Kashmir designers will match the itinerary to the weather, the blooms, and your pace.

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