Health & Environment

Budget itinerary highlights autumn travel planning and real local costs in Kashmir

Hindustan Times10h
THE BRIEF
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Kashmir's autumn season between September and November offers golden Chinar trees and temperatures ranging from 2°C to 22°C, requiring proper layering rather than heavy winter gear.

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A planned five-day budget itinerary can cover Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and quieter valleys without overextending travel time.

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Regulated Shikara fares on Dal Lake list ₹770 for a standard one-hour tourist ride, with additional hours priced at ₹440 according to 2026 reference rates.