{"product_id":"golden-autumn-red-saffron-in-kashmir-5n-6d-classic-private-tour-3-oct-nov-2026","title":"Golden Autumn, Red Saffron in Kashmir – 5N\/6D Classic Private Tour 3 Star | Oct–Nov 2026","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;padding:0;font-size:26px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eGolden Autumn, Red Saffron in Kashmir – Kashmir Classic Escape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Nights \/ 6 Days · October \u0026amp; November 2026 · Deluxe Stays · Private Vehicle · Shikara · Gondola · Pahalgam Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAutumn, called \u003cem\u003eHarud\u003c\/em\u003e in Kashmir, is one of the best times to visit the valley. In October and November the chinar trees in the Mughal gardens turn from gold to deep red, the skies are clear, and the evening light over Dal Lake is soft and golden. This is also the only time of year when the saffron fields of Pampore bloom with purple crocus flowers, and only for a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThis private tour is planned around the season and is great value for money. You'll see the lakes and gardens of Srinagar, ride the Gondola in Gulmarg, stop at ancient stone temples on the drive south, and spend time in the Lidder Valley at Pahalgam. You travel only with your own group, in your own vehicle with a driver, and stay in comfortable deluxe hotels throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: from ₹18,900 per person\u003c\/strong\u003e (for 5 travellers sharing an Innova Crysta)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eYour Day-by-Day Journey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1 – Arrival in Srinagar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll be welcomed at Srinagar airport and taken to your hotel. Spend a quiet first evening by the lakes and settle into the valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2 – Srinagar Sightseeing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart at Shankaracharya Hill for a wide view over the city and Dal Lake. Visit the Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, which glow with autumn colour. In the evening, take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake at golden hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3 – Gulmarg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrive to Gulmarg and ride the Gulmarg Gondola, Phase I and Phase II, up towards Mount Apharwat at close to 4,000 metres. In the evening, enjoy the Gulmarg meadow at dusk. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 4 – Drive to Pahalgam\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStop at Pampore, the saffron town of Kashmir, for a cup of Kesar Kehwa. Visit the Awantipora ruins, 9th-century stone temples with detailed carvings, and the ancient Martand Sun Temple. Continue to Pahalgam for the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 5 – Pahalgam Valleys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore Betaab Valley, Chandanwari and Aru Valley by local union taxi, with pine forests, green meadows and mountain views. Spend the evening by the Lidder River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 6 – Departure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrive from Pahalgam to Srinagar airport. We recommend booking a flight after 2:30 PM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eWhere You'll Stay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 8px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003ePlace\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003eHotel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003eRoom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003eNights\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eSrinagar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eThe Stay Villa (or similar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003ePremium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eGulmarg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eRoyal Park (or similar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eDeluxe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003ePahalgam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eThe Pahalgam Pines (or similar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eSuper Deluxe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll stays include breakfast and room heating. \"Or similar\" hotels are confirmed at the same standard before booking.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003ePackage Price (Per Person)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 8px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);font-size:15px;\"\u003ePrice Per Person\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e2 guests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eEtios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e₹23,700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e4 guests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003eInnova\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e₹20,700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 guests\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInnova Crysta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,.45);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e₹18,900 (Best Value)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrices are per person on double sharing and depend on the group size travelling together. For 5 guests, two double rooms with one extra bed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px 20px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e5 nights' hotel stay with breakfast and room heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003ePrivate vehicle with driver for the whole trip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eOne-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eGulmarg Gondola tickets, Phase I and Phase II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003ePahalgam union taxis to Aru, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eKashmiri Kesar Kehwa at Pampore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eMineral water, tolls, parking, fuel and driver allowances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eAll applicable GST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eNot Included (Pay Directly)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px 20px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eEntry fees for monuments, gardens and valleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eLunch and dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eAirfare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:24px 0 10px;padding:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZAAN TRAVELS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67700707983405,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/6023\/0957\/files\/zaan-hero.jpg?v=1792411229","url":"https:\/\/zaantravels.com\/products\/golden-autumn-red-saffron-in-kashmir-5n-6d-classic-private-tour-3-oct-nov-2026","provider":"ZAAN TRAVELS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}