Do Malaysians need a visa for India?

Yes. Malaysian passport holders apply for an India e-Visa online before departure. The tourist e-Visa covers tourism and short visits and is valid for 30 days from entry. The application is on the official India e-Visa portal, and Dhesu walks you through it when you book. Visa fees are not included in the package price.

Which airport does this trip use?

This is a land-only package: hotels, transfers, tours and guide are included, but international flights are not. Most Malaysian travellers fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar (SXR). We can recommend suitable flights and timings on request.

What does the 7 day Kashmir tour include that shorter ones do not?

The 7 day escape adds Sonamarg, the meadow of gold, and includes overnight stays in Gulmarg and Pahalgam rather than day trips. This means a deeper, more relaxed experience of the whole valley.

What is the best time to visit Kashmir?

Each season has its appeal: spring (April to June) for tulips and gardens, summer (July to September) for lush valleys, autumn (October to November) for golden colours, and winter (December to February) for snow and skiing. Sonamarg is best from May to October.

Is this trip suitable for a relaxed holiday?

Very. The seven-day pace and houseboat living make it ideal for travellers who want to unwind in beautiful surroundings rather than rush between sights. There is time for walks, shopping and simply enjoying the scenery.

Kashmir

7 Days in Kashmir. The Whole Valley, Slowly and in Style.

A full week to lose yourself in paradise. Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg, with houseboat nights and time to breathe. The most complete and unhurried way to experience the Kashmir valley.

RM3,946

From RM3,288

per person (twin sharing)

Save RM1,315 per couple

7 Days / 6 Nights

Hotel

Daily Breakfast

Private Driver Guide

Airport Transfers

100% Private Tour

About This Package

7 Days Kashmir Exclusive Escape: The Full Picture

Seven days is the luxury of time in Kashmir. This exclusive escape covers all four of the valley's great destinations: Srinagar with its Dal Lake and gardens, Gulmarg with its gondola, Pahalgam with its alpine valleys, and Sonamarg, the meadow of gold, gateway to glaciers and the Himalayas.

Arranged privately from Malaysia, this 7 day Kashmir package is for travellers who want to experience the valley fully and at a relaxed pace, with houseboat nights, mountain excursions and time simply to enjoy the scenery. Your own vehicle and driver guide are with you throughout.

Package Includes

✓Hotel & Houseboat Stay (6 nights)
✓Daily Breakfast
✓Private Vehicle & Driver Guide
✓Return Airport Transfers
✓Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

Not Included

×International Flights
×India Visa Fee (30-day e-Visa applies)
×ETIQA Travel Insurance (6-10 Days) RM60
×Entrance Fees (unless stated)
×Lunches and dinners (unless stated)
×Personal Expenses
×Optional tour tips

What Makes This Trip

Why Travellers from Malaysia Love This Trip

Sonamarg, the Meadow of Gold

Often missed on shorter trips, Sonamarg is a stunning meadow surrounded by glaciers and snow peaks, the gateway to the higher Himalayas and a highlight of a longer Kashmir tour.

Gulmarg & Pahalgam

The gondola at Gulmarg and the alpine valleys of Pahalgam, both included with time to savour them rather than rush.

Dal Lake Houseboat Living

Houseboat nights and shikara rides on Srinagar's Dal Lake, with the Mughal gardens and floating markets all around.

Day by Day

Your 7 Days Itinerary

Arrive Srinagar, Houseboat

No meals

Met at Srinagar airport and transferred to your Dal Lake houseboat. Evening shikara ride.

Suggested activities

Check in to houseboat
Evening shikara ride
Sunset on Dal Lake

Srinagar Sightseeing

Breakfast

The Mughal gardens and old city of Srinagar.

Suggested activities

Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh
Shankaracharya Temple
Old city and handicrafts

Sonamarg Excursion

Breakfast

A full day at the meadow of gold.

Suggested activities

Drive to Sonamarg
Thajiwas Glacier (pony ride optional)
Meadow walks
Return to Srinagar

Srinagar to Gulmarg

Breakfast

Drive to Gulmarg and overnight in the resort.

Suggested activities

Drive to Gulmarg
Gulmarg Gondola
Meadow walks
Overnight Gulmarg

Gulmarg to Pahalgam

Breakfast

Scenic drive to Pahalgam and overnight.

Suggested activities

Drive to Pahalgam
Betaab and Aru Valleys
Lidder river
Overnight Pahalgam

Pahalgam to Srinagar

Breakfast

More of Pahalgam, then return to Srinagar.

Suggested activities

Chandanwari (optional)
Return to Srinagar
Final shopping

Depart Srinagar

Breakfast

Checkout and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Suggested activities

Last shopping
Airport transfer

Hotel Options

Choose Your Comfort Level

Centrally located hotels with easy access to the main sights. Pick the tier that suits your style.

3 Star

Budget Friendly

3-star hotels + deluxe houseboat or similar

Per person (twin sharing)RM3288 per person

From RM3288

per person

Most Chosen

4 Star

Value Plus Comfort

4-star hotels + premium houseboat or similar

Per person (twin sharing)RM3688 per person

From RM3688

per person

5 Star

Premium Value Stay

5-star hotels + luxury houseboat or similar

Per person (twin sharing)RM4488 per person

From RM4488

per person

Why Dhesu

The Whole Valley, at Leisure

Seven days lets you reach Sonamarg and overnight in the resorts, experiencing Kashmir the way few visitors do. We craft the pace so the valley unfolds slowly. Dhesu has arranged Kashmir tours for many years.

MATTA & IATA Registered

Fully licensed Malaysian travel agency. We guide you through India e-Visa documentation with every booking.

Private Tours, Daily Departures

No minimum group to wait for. Your trip runs on your dates, your pace, your own vehicle and guide.

A Real Team to Call

Reachable throughout your trip. Flight delayed, your guide waits. Plans change, we adapt on the ground.

Group & Custom Pricing

Travelling as a family or group lowers the per-person cost. Ask us for a tailored quote.

Kashmir Exclusive Escape from Malaysia

This 7 day package is the most complete Kashmir tour we offer, covering all four of the valley's great destinations at a relaxed, exclusive pace.

The addition of Sonamarg, often missed on shorter trips, and overnight stays in Gulmarg and Pahalgam, mean you experience the valley far more deeply than a quick visit allows.

For travellers who want paradise without rushing, this is the ideal Kashmir itinerary.

Sonamarg and the Higher Himalayas

Sonamarg, the meadow of gold, is one of Kashmir's most beautiful spots, surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks. It is the gateway to the higher Himalayas and the start of the road to Ladakh.

A pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier, meadow walks and the dramatic mountain scenery make it a highlight that shorter Kashmir trips simply do not have time for.

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