Kashmir Tour Package from USA — 9D/8N from $1,299 + Flight
Kashmir tour package from USA — 9 days 8 nights from $1,299 (land only). JFK/EWR/ORD/LAX → Delhi → Srinagar. Indian-American diaspora specialists, houseboat, all sightseeing.
For the 4-million-strong Indian-American diaspora, Kashmir is the ancestral homeland calling. Mid Holidays runs 9D/8N Kashmir tours from JFK/EWR (New York), LAX (Los Angeles), ORD (Chicago), IAD (DC) and SFO (San Francisco) starting $1,299 per person land-only. Fly USA → Delhi → Srinagar (16–20 h total) — we handle Srinagar pickup, houseboat, Innova, meals and every logistical detail.
How to reach Kashmir from USA (NYC / LAX / Chicago)
JFK/EWR/ORD/LAX → DEL/DXB → SXR (16–20h total, Air India, Emirates+IndiGo, Qatar Airways).
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Kashmir Tour Package from USA prices
| Package | Nights | Price | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kashmir NRI Standard | 8N | $1,299 | 3★ hotels + houseboat, Innova, all meals, Gulmarg + Pahalgam + Sonmarg + Srinagar |
| Kashmir NRI Deluxe | 8N | $1,799 | 4★ hotels + deluxe houseboat, Crysta, gondola Phase 2, private houseboat cook |
| Kashmir Heritage + Vaishno Devi | 10N | $1,999 | Deluxe + 2N Vaishno Devi (Jammu-Katra) — pilgrimage + heritage combined |
Day-wise itinerary from USA (NYC / LAX / Chicago)
Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar
Airport pickup, houseboat check-in on Dal Lake, evening shikara ride.
Day 2: Gulmarg day trip
Drive via Tangmarg, Gondola Phase 1 & 2, snow point in winter, meadows in summer.
Day 3: Pahalgam & Aru Valley
Betaab Valley, Chandanwari, Aru Valley — pony ride optional.
Day 4: Sonmarg & Thajiwas
Drive to Sonmarg (80 km), Thajiwas Glacier by pony, return to Srinagar.
Day 5: Srinagar sightseeing
Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar), Shankaracharya, local shopping.
Day 6: Departure
Airport drop with memories & saffron.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need an Indian visa?
Yes — Indian e-Visa (tourist) required. Apply online, 3–5 day processing, $25–$100 depending on duration. OCI card holders travel visa-free (bring OCI + valid US passport).
Best USA to Srinagar route?
Fastest: JFK → DEL (Air India non-stop 14h) → SXR (1.5h IndiGo) = 16h total. Cheapest: Emirates/Qatar via DXB/DOH ($900–$1,100). LAX/SFO: EVA/Cathay via Taipei/Hong Kong is common.
How to handle 12h jet-lag?
Our Day 1 itinerary is intentionally light: airport pickup, houseboat check-in, hot lunch, 2h nap, sunset shikara. Day 2 stays in Srinagar Valley (no drives). Full sightseeing kicks in from Day 3.
Is Kashmir safe for US citizens?
Yes. US State Department advises against travel within 10 km of the LoC only. All our tourist circuit is well outside restricted zones and rated safe by US travellers who visit yearly.
Payment from US bank?
20% advance via Zelle, Wise, or international wire (USD account details on request). Balance on arrival in Srinagar — bring some USD cash or use Chase Sapphire/Visa at any Srinagar hotel.
Best time from USA?
April–June (spring break + summer, tulips + green valleys, 10–25°C). September–October (autumn Chinar leaves, ideal weather). December–February for snow lovers.