Gulmarg Tour Packages

About Gulmarg Tourism: Gulmarg is a popular hill station in Jammu and Kashmir that was once called Gauri Marg. It is a famous tourist destination, especially during the wintertime and is known for its vast meadows, lush green valleys, snow and picturesque views. Holidify brings you various Gulmarg tour packages at affordable rates, suitable for all kinds of travellers.

Gulmarg is synonymous with skiing, owing to its snow-covered terrain and is also known to host the annual Gulmarg Snow Festival, where you get to partake in sledging, ice skating, snowboarding etc. A major honeymoon destination, what draws tourists to Gulmarg are the serene lakes and streams like the Alpather Lake and Ningle Nallah, surrounded by imposing mountains on all sides and Seven Springs that provides views of the green valley.

Clubbed together with Gulmarg are destinations like Srinagar, Pahalgam, and Katra to fully experience heaven on earth in Kashmir. The beautiful hill station of Pahalgam is famous for its lush Betaab and Aru Valleys, the spectacular Kolahoi Glacier, Sheshnag Lake and trekking, skiing and river rafting. Visit Srinagar to ride shikaras across Dal Lake, watch the sunset at Wular Lake and visit Nishat Bagh.

Katra is a pilgrimage town that houses the Vaishno Devi Mandir, frequently visited by Lord Shiva’s devotees. Here you’ll find stunning views of the mountains, Chenab River and Banganga. For an unforgettable trip, Holidify has for you various Gulmarg tour packages that are fully customisable and designed to suit everyone, no matter whether you’re with friends or family.

Places to Visit & Things to Do in Gulmarg

Gulmarg Gondola: Gulmarg Gondola is the second longest and second highest cable car in the world and the prime attraction Gulmarg is known for. Divided into two phases, it ferries almost 600 people per hour to and from the Apharwat Mountain, which is where most of the winter sports happen in Gulmarg. Phase 1 of Gulmarg Gondola ferries people from Gulmarg Resort to Kongdoori Station (middle station). Phase 2 of Gulmarg Gondola connects Kongdoori Mountain to Apharwat Peak. It affords a magnificent view of Nanda Devi, LOC, and Pir Panjal range. 

Gulmarg Golf Course: Famed as the highest 18 hole golf course in the world, the Gulmarg Golf Course is also the longest in India. It consists of a meadow with various varieties of beautiful and rare species of flowers. The flowers are in full bloom during the months of June to September. Visitors are allowed to take their cars inside for a ride and enjoy a ride in one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world.

Khilanmarg: ​​Khilanmarg is a miniature valley set at a 6 km walk and 2000 feet above Gulmarg. One of the most delightful places to be in, Khilanmarg is surrounded by panoramic glimpses of some of the tallest Himalayan peaks. Khilanmarg is a great place for offbeat travel enthusiasts as it is not directly reachable by vehicles. One has to either walk from Gulmarg or take a pony to reach Khilanmarg.

Tangmarg: Tangmarg is a small town in the Baramulla district of Kashmir, almost 13km from Gulmarg. Known as the gateway to Gulmarg, the prime attractions in this tiny hamlet include Baba Reshi Shrine, Ningle Nallah, Baderkoot, Gogaldara, among others. Tangmarg is a major stop for all buses travelling from Srinagar to Gulmarg

Srinagar: Gulmarg tour packages include Srinagar in the itinerary as it is the main entering point in the state. The international airport and the train station is located in Srinagar. Often Gulmarg is visited on a day trip from Srinagar, or includes a 1 to 2 night stay for skiing enthusiasts. Famously known as 'Heaven on Earth, Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and gondola-type rowboats- Shikara on Dal Lake. Srinagar is also home to some of India's most exquisite Mughal-age gardens.

Pahalgam: Situated in the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir Valley, Pahalgam is a beautiful hill station and a popular tourist attraction. Famous for adventure activities like hiking, trekking, fishing, Pahalgam is often included in Gulmarg tour packages. 

Sonamarg: Sonamarg is a picturesque hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, located 80km north-east of Srinagar. Gulmarg tour packages sometimes include a day trip to Sonamarg. Sonamarg is known for its snow-laden fields, surrounded by majestic glaciers and serene lakes. It acts as the base camp for the trekking routes which lead to the mountain lakes such as Gangabal, Vishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Kishansar. It remains inaccessible during winters.

Food in Gulmarg

A visit to Gulmarg comprises not only enjoying the stunning views and partaking in various fun activities but also eating delicious Kashmiri food.

• One of the most well-known dishes to try out is rogan josh which is a spicy red meat curry made with yoghurt and red chillies and is eaten along with rice or roti.
• Yakhni is another famous dish of Kashmir; it is prepared by cooking lamb in a yoghurt-based curry which includes onion paste, dried mint leaves, black and green cardamom and fennel seeds. This dish goes well with rice. 
• You can also try gushtaba which is a dish of minced lamb made into balls and served in a spicy yoghurt curry. It is usually eaten on special occasions.
• If you like fish, then you must try some gadde monje which is deboned fish dipped in a spicy batter, deep fried and served with yummy radish chutney.
• You can also have muj gaad; a fish dish, it is made with radish, spices, herbs and is served on special occasions.
• Do try some Kashmiri mutton kebabs that are prepared on skewers over slow-burning coal.
• For vegetarians, there is modur pulao which is sweet Kasmiri rice made with ghee, cinnamon, saffron, milk, cardamoms and dry fruits.
• Dum aloo is also a popular dish prepared by cooking potatoes in yoghurt, powdered ginger, ginger and other spices.
• Noon tea, a pink coloured chai which is also a little salty is a favourite among locals and visitors.
• For dessert, make sure to have sewai that is made with vermicelli, milk comprising some coconut and dry fruits. Paratha halwa is another treat to have; deep fried parathas are eaten with delicious sooji or semolina halwa.
• Bakshi Restaurant, Nedous Dining Room, Cloves Restaurant, Mist Restaurant etc. are known for their food. 

Shopping in Gulmarg

Gulmarg offers a unique and more personal shopping experience since it does not have big markets and malls but small shops.

• It is a great place to get a pashmina shawl, stole or blanket made of soft wool.
• You could also shop for traditional Kashmiri clothing items such as the pheran which is like a loose gown that goes below the knees and is usually made of wool or tweed, salwar-kameez, beautiful headscarves and more.
• There are shops that sell a wide array of beautiful rugs and carpets that are hand woven, made of pure wool or silk and feature diverse designs.
• You would find some ethnic jewellery made of silver and semi-precious gemstones.
• Paper mache products such as boxes, coasters, vases and others are also sold, as is silverware like tea sets, flower vases, bowls, picture frames etc.
• Kashmir’s walnut woodwork is quite famous so you can opt for a small piece of furniture or home decor item with intricate carvings.
• Some of the popular shopping places include the Ladakh Art Palace, Faiz Shawls, The Attic Snowboard Shop, etc.