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As you begin a new chapter in your life and try to know each other look a trip to a serene and beautiful destination helps you strengthen your lifelong bond of marriage. A Honeymoon in Kashmir is the antidote to all your wedding efforts. Jammu Kashmir Tour packages come in handy as Kashmir can be visited anytime throughout the year as you can cover destinations like Pahalgam, Vaishno Devi, Gulmarg, Amarnath and even Kargil. Gulmarg is an idyllic and paradisical destination for adventure lovers with its snowy terrain and sports like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and trekking. Seek blessings at the Vaishno Devi as the temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga besides the Ardhkuwari and Bhairavnath Mandir as you start the pilgrimage from Katra to the Vaishno Devi Temple. Romance in Kashmir is highlighted as you get to stay in luxurious and full of comfort houseboats and a ride on the Dal Lake by a gondola-shaped boat which everyone calls shikaras. The trip to Sonmarg can be enjoyed with a pony ride as you proceed toward the Thajiwas Glacier. Visit the Saffron fields and the ruins of Avantipur on your way to Pahalgam.

The engrossing beauty of a Honeymoon in Kashmir lies in the destination of Kishtwar. The valley is filled with fruit orchards, deodar and pine forests, saffron fields, lush meadows and quaint villages of Hatta, Pochhal and Bera Bhatta. The main points of interest include the Shrine of Shah Asrar, Machail Mata Temple and the Kishtwar National Park. Adventure fanatics can enjoy fun activities like paragliding, trekking and rock climbing. The most famous trek to enjoy in Kishtwar is as you pass through Paddar Valley to Zanskar Valley over the Umasi La Pass. Chowgan is the most scenic place in Kishtwar which is encircled by deodar and chinar trees and covers an area of 165 acres. In the north of Chowgan lies the Gauri Shankar Mandir and in the south lies the Shrine of Asrar Ud Din Bagdadi. The place is perfect for romantic couples and family vacationers who wish to spend time amidst nature and relish the beauty of the verdant meadows.

Jammu Kashmir Tour Packages takes you to Patnitop with an alluring view of the Shivalik Range and fringed with dense tall trees of cedar and pine. Nathatop is a very short trek of two kilometres from Patnitop. This hill station is shrouded in snow during winter and enhances the natural beauty of the place. It is known for activities like skiing and paragliding which have gained popularity in the past few years. From Nathatop you get a clear view of the peaks of the Himalayas as it is located at an altitude of 2711 metres. Madhatop which is five to six kilometres from Patnitop is perfect for skiing in winter months as it is a perfect getaway for honeymooners, trekkers and nature lovers. Located on the Patnitop to Sanasar road also known as Billo Di Powri Point is Dawariyai from where the iconic paragliding joyride takes off at an altitude of two thousand and twenty-four metres above sea level. The flight takes around seven to fifteen minutes and depending on the wind and weather conditions you land safely in Kud. The Naag Mandir near Patnitop is around six hundred years old and thousands of devotees gather throng the temple during Naag Panchami.

Honeymoon in Kashmir becomes more exciting and entertaining as you visit Bhaderwah. It is an ideal spot for both adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers and a great option to explore by honeymooners. The town of Bhaderwah is located in the district of Doda in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. Enjoy a horse ride which takes you around the valley to catch a glimpse of the picturesque landscape. Bhadewwah is perched at an elevation of 1613 metres above sea level and is also popular for its different species of snakes. It is often referred to as the “Nagaon ki Bhoomi “or the Land of Snakes. It is also famous for the six-hundred-year-old festival of Mela Pat. Some thirty-two kilometres in the northeast is the green valley called Jai Valley which connects the city to the Bhaderwah Link Road and segregates the stream called Jai Nallah. Chinta Valley located at an elevation of six thousand and five hundred feet displays the magnificent views of particular points like Thuba. Seoj Meadow is also known as the Crown of Bhaderwah and is encompassed by coniferous forests and snow-decked mountains. On the western side lies the Kailash Kund which emerges from a mountain and gives the landscape a charming look. House to Pandit Kashyap Bandhu the Bhaderwah Fort was founded in 1773 and was later converted into a prison in 1919. Because of the widely spread vegetation and beautiful peaks is referred to as Mini Kashmir even the cold weather gives a feeling of being in Kashmir.

Featuring next on the bucket list of the Jammu Kashmir Tour Packages is Badgam. Badgam is renowned for the Battle of Badgam which took place in the Kashmir Valley on 3rd November in 1947 between the Indian Army Troops and tribal raiders of Pakistan. Badgam is known for the lovely Doodhpathri which lies snuggled in the mountains, a river and a wooded area. Visiting couples often opt for spending some quality time at Yousmarg which is laden with lush green landscapes and natural wonders.

Witness a slice of history as you visit this next Honeymoon in Kashmir destination of Gurez. The Gurez Valley is one scenic valley of Kashmir which was once considered as the gateway to the historical Silk Route. In Gurez you can enjoy river rafting on the clear azure waters of the Kishanganga River which flows through the valley. The valley is located in the high Himalayas at a distance of eighty-six kilometres from Bandipore and around 123 kilometres from Srinagar. The major attraction of the valley is the Habba Khatoon Peak which is shaped like a pyramid and is named after the great Kashmiri poetess Habba Khatoon. Gurez Valley is surrounded by different forests, two lovely lakes and grasslands and it is also the last latitude of India.