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Places to Visit in Kashmir & Ladakh
Lakes, meadows, high passes and mountain towns, each with a different character. Use this guide to decide which places belong in your trip, then let our local team build the itinerary around them.
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Kashmir
Srinagar
Dal Lake, Mughal gardens and the cultural heart of Kashmir.
Explore Srinagar
Gulmarg
Mountain meadows, panoramic views and the Gulmarg Gondola.
Explore Gulmarg
Pahalgam
River valleys, forests and the routes towards Aru and Betaab.
Explore Pahalgam
Sonmarg
Alpine meadows, high peaks and the Thajiwas glacier area.
Explore Sonmarg
Doodhpathri
A quieter meadow escape away from the busier tourist centres.
Explore Doodhpathri
Yusmarg
Pine-ringed meadows and forest walks a day trip from Srinagar.
Explore Yusmarg
Gurez Valley
A remote river valley of log houses beneath Habba Khatoon peak.
Explore Gurez Valley
Betaab Valley
A green riverside valley near Pahalgam, named after the film shot here.
Explore Betaab Valley
Aru Valley
A quiet mountain village and meadow above Pahalgam, and a base for treks.
Explore Aru Valley
Baisaran
A broad meadow ringed by pine forest on the hill above Pahalgam.
Explore Baisaran
Thajiwas Glacier
A glacier valley of snowfields and waterfalls above Sonamarg.
Explore Thajiwas Glacier
Mughal Gardens
The terraced 17th-century gardens of Srinagar beside Dal Lake.
Explore Mughal Gardens
Tangmarg
The gateway town below Gulmarg, known for Drung waterfall.
Explore Tangmarg
Aharbal
A powerful waterfall on the Veshaw river, set in pine forest.
Explore Aharbal
Kokernag
Freshwater springs and gardens in the forests of south Kashmir.
Explore Kokernag
Dachigam National Park
A protected forest valley near Srinagar, home of the Kashmir stag.
Explore Dachigam National Park
Manasbal Lake
A calm, deep lake north of Srinagar, known for lotus and birds.
Explore Manasbal Lake
Wular Lake
One of the largest freshwater lakes in South Asia, in north Kashmir.
Explore Wular Lake
Lolab Valley
A green, oval valley of orchards and pine forest in Kupwara.
Explore Lolab Valley
Bangus Valley
A high, treeless grassland bowl ringed by forest in north Kashmir.
Explore Bangus ValleyLadakh
Leh
Monasteries, a hilltop palace and the base for every Ladakh journey.
Explore Leh
Nubra Valley
Sand dunes, double-humped camels and Diskit Monastery beyond Khardung La.
Explore Nubra Valley
Pangong Lake
A high-altitude lake whose colours shift from turquoise to deep blue.
Explore Pangong Lake
Turtuk
A Balti village of apricot orchards at the far end of Nubra.
Explore Turtuk
Khardung La
The famous high pass on the road from Leh to Nubra.
Explore Khardung La
Sham Valley
The lower Indus valley west of Leh: villages, monasteries and apricots.
Explore Sham Valley
Alchi
An 11th-century temple complex with rare wall paintings, beside the Indus.
Explore Alchi
Lamayuru
An ancient monastery above the eroded "Moonland" of Ladakh.
Explore Lamayuru
Tso Moriri
A remote high-altitude lake on the Changthang plateau.
Explore Tso Moriri
Hanle
A remote Changthang village famous for its dark night skies.
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More Places We Cover
These valleys, lakes and passes are visited from the destinations above. Each one is described in its parent guide.
- Dal LakePart of the Srinagar guide
- Pari MahalPart of the Mughal Gardens guide
- ApharwatPart of the Gulmarg guide
- Drung WaterfallPart of the Tangmarg guide
- ChandanwariPart of the Pahalgam guide
- Zoji LaPart of the Sonmarg guide
- Nilnag LakePart of the Yusmarg guide
- Achabal & VerinagPart of the Kokernag guide
- Magnetic HillPart of the Sham Valley guide
- Thiksey MonasteryPart of the Leh guide
- Diskit MonasteryPart of the Nubra Valley guide
- Chang LaPart of the Pangong Lake guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the best places to visit in Kashmir?
Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg are the four destinations most Kashmir itineraries are built around. Doodhpathri, Yusmarg and Gurez are quieter additions if you have more time.
How many days do I need to explore Kashmir?
Four to six nights covers the main circuit comfortably. A longer trip lets you add an offbeat valley or slow the pace.
Which Kashmir destination is best for snow?
Gulmarg is the most popular choice in winter. Actual snow conditions change from year to year, so ask us about your travel dates.
How many days are needed for Ladakh?
Plan at least five to six nights. The first two are spent in Leh adjusting to the altitude before travelling on to Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake.
Can I visit Kashmir and Ladakh in one trip?
Yes. The two regions are linked by the Srinagar to Leh highway, which is open for part of the year. See our combined Kashmir and Ladakh packages.
Can you help me choose which places to include?
Yes. Share your travel dates and who you are travelling with, and we'll suggest the destinations and package that fit.
Not Sure Which Places to Include?
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