Read detailed travel diaries and itineraries of families, couples, and adventure groups who explored Kashmir with Northwind Kashmir.
Travelers: Sharma Family (5 Guests, Delhi)
Season: Mid-January (Peak Winter)
Stay Level: Deluxe Room Package
Private Vehicle: Innova Crysta
Local Guide: Bashir Bhat
"Traveling to Gulmarg with my elderly parents (aged 72 & 69) and a 5-year-old child in mid-January seemed challenging. The main concerns were central heating and safe road transport during heavy snowfall. Northwind Kashmir arranged a spacious Innova Crysta equipped with snow chains, and booked us in centrally heated rooms at Pine Spring Resort."
"Our guide, Bashir Bhat, was incredibly patient. He arranged wheelchairs at the Srinagar airport and secured Gondola Phase 1 tickets in advance, saving us hours of standing in queues. We enjoyed snow sledging at Kongdoori, local hot tea, and a cozy houseboat stay on Nigeen Lake. It was a flawless experience for the entire family."
"Northwind Kashmir removed all the worry of traveling with seniors in freezing weather." — Suresh Sharma, Delhi
Travelers: Ananya & Rohit (Mumbai)
Season: Late April (Spring Tulip Season)
Stay Level: Bespoke Luxury Package
Private Vehicle: Innova Crysta
Local Guide: Altaf Ahmed
"We wanted our honeymoon in Kashmir to be private, scenic, and slow-paced. Northwind Kashmir designed a 7-day bespoke tour. Our first night was spent on Nigeen Lake in a premium wood-carved luxury houseboat. When we arrived, the room was beautifully decorated with fresh flowers, and we went on a private sunset Shikara ride."
"In Pahalgam, we stayed in a luxury cabin overlooking the Lidder River. Our driver-guide, Altaf, knew the best spots to avoid crowds, allowing us to take beautiful photographs at Aru Valley and Shalimar Gardens. The highlight was having hot Kahwa tea on our houseboat balcony at sunrise. Absolute heaven."
"The attention to detail on the honeymoon decoration and private Shikara dining was perfect." — Ananya Sen, Mumbai
Travelers: IT Corporate Group (12 Guests, Bangalore)
Season: September (Autumn Green-Gold transition)
Stay Level: Group Sharing Package
Private Vehicle: Tempo Traveler
Local Guide: Saba Jan
"Our team of 12 from Bangalore wanted an adventure tour in Kashmir. We wanted white-water rafting, hiking, and camping, but away from the standard crowded tourist trails. Yasir Hamid planned an offbeat route starting in Sonmarg for rafting on the Sindh River, followed by a road trip to Gurez Valley near the LOC."
"Saba Jan, our mountain guide, coordinated the border permits for Gurez Valley smoothly. We hiked to the base of Habba Khatoon peak, camped by the roaring Kishanganga River, and spent evenings singing songs around campfires. Northwind Kashmir handled all local taxi union coordination in Sonmarg and provided excellent trekking gear. Highly recommended for groups!"
"Excellent coordination of Gurez border permits and Sindh River rafting gear." — Vikram Nair, Bangalore
Get in touch with Yasir Hamid and the Northwind team today to plan a safe, secure, and memorable journey.