You’re thinking about a family holiday to the mountainous region that remains an everlasting source of fascination? Then a Jammu andKashmir Family TourPackage will give you a chance to visit the lovely valleys, snowclad mountains, quiet lakes, gardens, religious structures, and cultural activities.

In this tour package you will witness the beauty of Srinagar in a peaceful atmosphere, of Gulmarg with snowcovered landscapes and peaceful valleys of Pahalgam with the beauty of Sonamarg.

By using Kapil Tour and Travels services, it is entirely your decisions that will decide the comfort level and customisation of a trip depending on the time when you would like to travel, your preferred destinations, the level of the accommodation you want to book, means of the transport, and, of course, the budget limits.

Reasons to Opt for a Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package

Because Jammu and Kashmir offer the combination of the natural elements, spiritual elements, cultural elements that make it the ideal option for a holiday trip for a family.

A well designed tourpackage may involve activities like:

• Private and comfortable transport
• Hotels suitable for families
• Airport or railway transfer
• Local sightseeing programs
• Local travel boat rentals
• Houseboat stays
• Exciting mountain trips
• Personalised trip plans
• The possibility of adjusting plans for sights to suit any family member who may need rest or be tired easily (especially children or the elderly)

Furthermore, a customised itinery makes it easy for people in the family group including a child and a senior citizen.

Cheerful Destinations on a Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour

1. Srinagar, The Soul of Kashmir

Srinagar is the natural spot for the family group to start the journey through the Kashmir hills. The place is known for the Dal Lake, traditional houseboats, Mughal Garden landscapes, historical markets, mountain views.

Highlights that one gets to visit in the city of Srinagar are:

• The Dal Lake
• Shikara Ride
• Nishat Bagh
• Shalimar Bagh
• Pari Mahal
• Saharbi Bagh Hazratbal

Family time spent on a tranquil boat trip on the Dal Lake in a Shikara can be one of the cherished memories of your holidays.

2. Gulmarg, Snowy Adventure and Mountain Splendour

Gulmarg has the advantage of the combination of the mountain landscape, the availability of the snow, being a winter attraction, and hence it makes the perfect vacation destination for the family.

In this place one can enjoy the following:

• Gulmarg Gondola
• Wintertime sports and activities on snow
• Mountain top sightseeing
• Capturing nature shots and creating memories
• Walking to nature trails to enjoy the nature
• Golf during the season that allows it

3. Pahalgam, Peaceful Valley of Kashmir

Pahalgam, if you’re a family and you wish for tranquil settings and a mountainous landscape, you’re lucky to be going to Pahalgam. A river, the green forests, and the valleys around will all make for excellent places for you to look around and to take pictures.

Some of the highlights in the area:

• Betaab Valley
• Aru Valley
• Lidder River
• Chandanwari
• Local markets
• Highest points and views

4. Sonamaarg, A Himalayan Adventure

Sonamarg’s natural splendour and meadows make the area ideal also for families wanting to enjoy nature. So, it may be a wonderful choice as a family holiday location.

Enjoy:

• Himalayan views
• Photography
• Walking trails
• Beautiful scenery by the river
• Different types of snow fun

If you are traveling uphill to such areas it is important to keep updated as to the weather and what road conditions you will face.

5. Jammu, Visit the Temples and Be Culturally Inspired

Picking Jammu as part of the family tour is a very spiritual and cultural way to travel. If it suits your family, the visit to Jammu can be planned either at the beginning or the end of the tour of Jammu and Kashmir.

Must-see sights:

• Temple of Vaishnodevi
• Raghunathtemple
• Bahu Fort
• Local Markets
• Mansar Lake

7-Day Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour (itinerary)

Day 1: Landing in Srinagar

You will get a welcome as you arrive in Srinagar after a long flight and then be whisked away to your room at the hotel or to that beautiful houseboat. Take some time to cool down and just relax. If there is any opportunity to ride shikaras on the river, take advantage of it.

Day 2: Srinagar The Local Places

Tour the places in the city including Dal Lake, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Pari Mahal etc.

Day 3: Srinagar to Gulmarg

Head to Gulmarg where you can take in some of the beautiful Himalayan landscapes and if it is the snow season, you can enjoy snow related activities. You can also use the gondola which gives you a beautiful view of your surroundings..

Day 4: Gulmarg to Pahalgam

Catch sight of the wonderful scenery along the way as you proceed from Gulmarg to Pahalgam.

Day 5: Pahalgam Fun and Exploration

Visit the attractions which best suit your family such as Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, LidderRiver etc.

Day 6: Pahalgam Return to Srinagar

You get time for shopping or to just be in your own space after a day or so of work when you return to Srinagar. The evenings are quite relaxed.

Day 7: Leaving

After having your breakfast you will be moved around to the airport, or maybe you have another destination in mind.

This itinerary can include Sonamarg, Jammu, Vaishno Devi, or even extra days in J&K, according to your liking, or you may change it altogether.

Best Time for a Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour

March to June

This is the time when sightseeing is popular and the weather in gardens, valleys and for family holidays is most conducive.

July to September

The natural beauty can be very impressive, although you may have to change your plans due to rains affecting roads and other outdoor activities.

October to February

Good for families who love to enjoy winter landscapes and snowfall. The higher altitudes can be extremely cold and snowfall may affect road journeys.

Enjoyable activities for families in Jammu and Kashmir

Depending on the season and age of family members, you can do the following:

• Shikara rides
• Houseboat stays
• Snow activities
• Gondola rides
• Valley sightseeing
• Nature walks
• Photography
• Local shopping
• Temple visits
• Cultural experiences

Jammu and Kashmir Tour Package for Family from Delhi

Families from Delhi can go to Jammu or Srinagar via train, enjoy sightseeing, stay at the hotels that are mentioned in the package and get back after few days by the train or the flight depending on the package they selected.

Popular Kashmir family circuit:

Delhi → Srinagar → Gulmarg → Pahalgam → Srinagar → Delhi

Extended family circuit:

Delhi → Jammu → Vaishno Devi → Srinagar → Gulmarg → Pahalgam → Sonamarg → Delhi

Please note that the actual duration, route may vary a bit in accordance with the travel dates, road weather condition and the pace of your family travel.

Why Choose Kapil Tour and Travels?

Kapil Tour and Travels is dedicated to planning your comfortable Jammu and Kashmir holiday based on your needs.

Some things you can count on us for, while planning your family tour are:

• Customised itinerary
• Hotel booking
• Transportation
• Airport pickup
• Sightseeing
• Rajput or houseboat stay
• We will make the family travel plans very safe
• The tour duration can be changed
• We shall give the proper advice related to tourism

Modify Your Family Jammu And Kashmir Package

You can custom design your family travel plan based on the following parameters:

• Persuade us about the number of people
• Travel Date
• Trip duration
• Hotel star category
• Vehicle requirements
• Destination preferences
• Dietary preferences
• Things one is very fond of
• Overall cost of trip
• If someone is accompanied by either a senior or a child

Travel Tips for Families Visiting Kashmir

• It is necessary to carry with you a set of warm clothing items, especially for the places having a higher altitude.
• You should prepare walking shoes. They might get a bit uncomfortable with long walks, but these will be your best friends during the hike in Kashmir.
• Always bring with you your medicine, documents, and other necessary supplies.
• Before you start your travel, get the latest information about the weather and road conditions from a reliable source in order to prepare accordingly.
• Children and seniors require more time to recover after the activity hence you should consider a sufficient rest.
• Adhere to the safety rules and recommendations, especially when you are dealing with snow or adventure-related activities
• Make your reservations in advance during the off-season, especially for hotels and transport.
• Keep your plan for the day flexible as it is quite probable and even natural that mountain weather shifts so suddenly.
• Don’t forget to take some sunglasses and sun cream; a raincoat might be helpful too
• During Shikara rides, Gondola rides, and other activities, be always ready by the locals.

Reserve Your Jammu and Kashmir Tour Package for Family

A family vacation to Jammu and Kashmir offers a chance to enjoy snow-capped peaks, lush valleys, serene lakes, exotic gardens, a vibrant local culture, thrilling sports, and spirituality in one awesome holiday.

In case you’d want a quiet Srinagar holiday, a snow-covered Gulmarg expedition, a quiet Pahalgam vacation, or, a full Jammu and Kashmir family tour, then Kapil Tour and Travels can be of a great help and guide you towards the planning of the very perfect journey.

Design Your Family Vacation for the Most Enchanted Place

Plan a perfect itinerary to the Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package, and your next trip with your entire family will be truly remarkable.

Visit, learn about, travel on the same roads as, and enjoy the great nature through the Himalayas together. It will be a great journey through the Himalayas where you experience the beauty of Kashmir and get back together through it.

Frequently asked Questions Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package

1. What is a Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package?

Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package is an individually created holiday plan offering you, at one place, the availability of accommodation, transportation, sightseeing and family-friendly activities throughout Jammu and Kashmir areas.

2. Why are Jammu and Kashmir such excellent destinations that you would want a family holiday?

Jammu and Kashmir present a variety of landscapes such as valleys and lakes besides mountain range, gardens, temples, snow sports and cultural places. It thus becomes quite an ideal place for families with different generation age groups.

3. Where are some of the best places to visit with the whole family in Jammu and Kashmir?

Some well known tourist spots like Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Jammu are there. If you want some spiritual vacation in nature, you can also take a Vaishno Devi route.

4. What is a minimum time required for completing a whole trip with the family in Jammu and Kashmir?

At least 6-8 day trips is suggested for major destination coverage and without overexertion. Longer journeys can have an extra of sightseeing and relaxation days.

5. Jumping to the fifth question Can I get a customized family tour package covering multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir?

Well, the answer will be a positive one. All you need to do is get in touch with any tour operator, share what is the preferred level of comfort for you all, the places you would like to cover, and how long you can afford to travel.

6. Tour package in Jammu/Kashmir?

Well, you do. The operators offer the best combinations like the travel by road and the railway or both, to Jammu and also direct flight to Srinagar from Delhi in a single price.

Your accommodation and travel on the ground including tours and local guides can all be handled by your tour operator.

7. Best time for a family tour of Jammu and Kashmir

The best family travel months in Jammu and Kashmir start as early as March, and continue till May when the weather remains pleasant for most outdoor tourism activities and sightseeing.

Alternatively, winter travel from around mid of last year through to first part of next spring is quite family oriented too as apart from the snow scenery, some winter activities are available as well.

8. Suitability of a family tour toJ& K

Srinagar, Pahalgam, and other such areas are the ones in the valley that offer the right combination of sightseeing and nature that even a family can enjoy.

As far as choosing activities are concerned it is advisable to take the child’s age in mind along with keeping in view weather conditions to pick the ones which are fun yet not too tiring or challenging.

9. Travel with elderly people to Kashmir

Kashmir can definitely be on the list of destinations for those families that travel along with an elderly parent or two but with certain adjustments in the travel schedule and other plans like accommodation to allow maximum rest and leisure.

Families with elderly members are advised to keep their schedule for the travel relaxed and give them ample opportunities to be at the leisure and the comfort of their accommodation facilities.

10. Family tour to J&K-Gulmarg versus Pahalgam?

If you are wondering which one to choose between Gulmarg and Pahalgam for a family tour then this answer is definitely for you. The two places offer two different sets of experiences one for the other.

Whereas Golmarg is famous mainly for snow and beautiful mountain view, it also has cable way (Gondola) for those who wish to enjoy the height without snow or skiing.

In Pahalgam you will get a lot of valleys, rivers, forests and other natural beauty that provides a calm and peaceful backdrop.

11. Friendly things that family can do in Srinagar:

Family can definitely have a lot of fun by spending time in Srinagar.

Boat rides on the Dal Lake (Shikar ride), visiting old gardens of emperors in Mughal style such as Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Pari Mahal are some of the attractions they will really enjoy the most.

The family members are also quite encouraged to spend some time in shopping areas of Srinagar and enjoy the local food.

12. Is a ride on a Shikara suitable for families to enjoy together?

A Shikara ride at Dal Lake is undoubtedly one of the best family activities that you can try out. In fact, the lake area is the best spot in the valley for the kids to be involved.

However, as long as the safety measures are being taken seriously, and you supervise your kids very well, this activity is totally safe for families to get involved in during the holidays.

13. How can a family have a houseboat stay?

If there isn’t a problem regarding getting access to a houseboat which is suitable for a vacation, and facilities of the houseboat have been checked for being compatible with the size of the family, then the family members can really enjoy a houseboat stay on Dal Lake or other waterways.

14. Can families in Gulmarg play with snow?

Snowfall does happen in Gulmarg at proper winters and families can surely enjoy. However the exact time and quantity of snow varies from one year to another depending on the weather conditions.

15. Is Gulmarg Gondola ride a fun activity for the whole family?

The Gondola can be quite a pleasant family ride. But kids or elders should take a call on weather, altitude, and personal comfort before making this trip!

16. Do we have children with us to go to Pahalgam?

Yes, Pahalgam is a favourite destination for families and there is an abundant availability of nature’s offerings, for instance, breathtaking valleyscapes, rivers, forests, and viewpoints. You can easily arrange the trip at a pace that is comfortable for everybody.

17. Will we be able to include a trip to Sonthemarg in the travel programme as we are on a family tour?

Of course. A trip to Sonamarg can be added either for a day or a overnight stay depending on the itinerary, season, and also the road conditions.

18. Is it possible to have Vaishno Devi on our tour of Jammu and Kashmir family?

In other words, Vaishno Devi can be included when families prefer to mix their Kashmir sightseeing with pilgrimage. The requirement of walking on the path during pilgrimage should, however, be kept in mind especially when children or senior people are on the trek.

19. Which types of hotels should we look for our family vacations?

From economical to luxurious, from regular to top class hotels, resorts can also be chosen along with houseboats.

20. Is it possible to book family suite?

One way to arrange is to request for family rooms or alternatively to choose the room combination to suit the size of the family. The availability of this service may depend on the hotel’s booking capacity.

21. Will transportation be part of the Jammu & Kashmir tour package we choose?

If you want the tour package to include a transport facility, you have to make that choice in advance. Generally, having a car will not be necessary as there are plenty of taxis etc available, but it will save time and effort if one wishes to travel privately between one’s destinations.

22. What kind of carriage is appropriate to carry a family around in a trek in Kashmir?

Of course, it is up to the size and needs of a particular family in terms of their luggage and other belongings that the suitable carriage gets chosen. Sedan, SUV, even a bigger car can all be used for a family of such size.

23. Will meals be part of the arrangement for family tour package?

It is package that decides the inclusions of meal. You can also ask for breakfast only or breakfast plus dinner plan by making arrangements with the chosen type of accomodation.

24. Can I plan a family Kashmir tour according to my budget?

Absolutely. Your time in stay, hotel choice, car model, places to visit, and things to see at those places can all be changed depending on your budget.

25. Is a family holiday in Jammu and Kashmir expensive?

The total will depend on how busy is the travel season, how many you travel with, which hotel you choose, transportation, your planned activities, and how long you want to stay. We will be happy to help you find the right vacation package according to your budget.

26. What do families need to pack for a trip to Kashmir?

You will need to pack layers of warm clothes, suitable shoes, any medicines that you regularly use at home, your toiletries, a pair of sunglasses, a bottle of sunscreen, your ID, and weather appropriate outfits.

27. Are children able to indulge in snow activities in Kashmir?

Children can indulge in snow activities which are appropriate for the level of snow and under proper surveillance. Safety instructions given locals should be followed, and weather and age conditions should be kept into account.

28. Are adventure activities suitable for children?

Some activities may only allow participants of a certain age, height, weight range or under a specific weather. Children should always take part in those types of activities suitable for their age and with the proper supervision.

29. How to minimize travel fatigue in Kashmir family tour?

Don’t overfill you itinerary with activities pick comfy transport rest time should be on the plan too and don’t try to run to a bunch of different places in a matter of days.

30. How will my travel plans be affected if there is a snowfall or bad weather?

The mountain weather is very changeable. If there is a snowfall, heavy rain, the roads are blocked, or the mountain is opened to visitors according to the advisories, a change in your journey or places of visit may be necessary.

31. Can I go to Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam in a single trip?

Yes. The tour of Srinagar Gulmarg Pahalgam Srinagar is the route that is most often taken by families when they visit Kashmir.

32. How much in advance should a Kashmir family tour be booked?

Pre-booking is better to ensure preferred hotels and vehicles are reserved specially around summer school holidays, long weekends, festive seasons, and winter snow seasons when the availability of hotels and cars is limited due to higher demand.

33. Does Kapil Tour and Travels offer airport transfer service in Srinagar?

Yes. Airport transfer can be arranged depending on the details of your arrival and departure from the airport.

34. Why go with Kapil Tour and Travels for a Jammu and Kashmir family tour?

Kapil Tour and Travels provides all round service with regard to custom made schedules, staying arrangements, exclusive vehicles, touring opportunities, houseboat reservations, and family-friendly trip planning.

35. What is the procedure to reserve a Jammu and Kashmir Family Tour Package?

Reach out to Kapil Tour and Travels about your planned traveling period, total family members, your chosen spots, expected trip length, hotel necessities, and what budget you are expecting to plan your unique Jammu and Kashmir family tour.