Do not do these 5 things even by mistake during your trip to Kashmir, otherwise the budget will fail – Read

Kashmir is not called heaven on earth for nothing. Snow covered mountains, lush green valleys, shikaras floating in lakes and the feeling of cool breeze attract every tourist. Every year lakhs of tourists reach there with the dream of visiting Kashmir, but sometimes due to lack of correct information, the beautiful trip becomes more expensive than expected. Generally, people go out on a trip with a budget. But some common mistakes spoil their budget. If you also want to save your money then this article is for you.

Therefore, if you are also planning to visit Kashmir and want your trip to remain with beautiful memories as well as within the budget, then it is very important to know some important things. In this travel guide, we will tell you those 5 common mistakes, by avoiding which you can fully enjoy your trip to Kashmir and your pocket will also be saved from being empty.

1. Booking hotels and packages without planning

Many people do not book hotels before going to Kashmir. Which is the biggest mistake. By doing this you may have to pay double the price. At the same time, during the season, hoteliers increase their rates quite high. In such a situation, book your package before going to Kashmir. Or even if you are going without a package, book the hotel in advance. This will save your money and also save you from getting lost in Kashmir.

2. Not deciding the rate of local taxi in advance

Taxi charges in Kashmir vary depending on the place and season. If you do not decide the rate first, then sometimes you may have to pay more money than necessary. Before taking a taxi, definitely ask for the rate and if possible, fix a fixed rate for the whole day or the entire trip.

3. Do not bargain while shopping

Pashmina shawls, dry fruits, saffron and handicrafts are the identity of Kashmir, but their prices are often quoted higher in tourist areas. Buying without bargaining can be heavy on the pocket. A little bargaining is common here, this can lead to significant savings.

4. Traveling without knowing the weather and season

Going to Kashmir in the wrong season is also a big mistake. During peak season, everything like hotels, taxis and food becomes expensive. At the same time, many places remain closed during bad weather, due to which despite spending money, the tour cannot be completed. Be sure to get information about the weather and best season before the trip.

5. Taking extra activity without knowing

Many times, excessive money is charged in the name of Shikara ride, snow activity or local tour. First find out the government or general rate of every activity and pay accordingly. Saying yes in a hurry can leave you out of pocket.