Skiing in Gulmarg Cost [Expenses to Consider]

by Alina J. Content Writer

Skiing is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Gulmarg. Booking a Cliffhangers skiing tour package can benefit you to a great extent. Our tour package includes several services that will help you to have a memorable skiing tour. We make sure our packages are as inclusive as they can be but sometimes, you need to spend out of pocket on some expenses.

Let’s look at the skiing in Gulmarg cost outside of our tour packages!

What’s Included in Our Packages?

Our tour packages are carefully planned to reduce your burden. Before we discuss the costs outside of the packages, let’s look at what’s included in them:

We include pickup and drop at the nearest airport or railway station. If there are any other transport arrangements you need to make, our experts can arrange it for you for an additional fee.
You can avail of our accommodation services. They will include a room with heaters, warm furnishings, and even a hot water kettle. Our packages have free breakfast and dinner throughout your stay.
Being a tourist company, we have included all the permits in our tour package required to ski in Gulmarg.
Our tour package will include a ski pair. You can rent any additional equipment you need directly from us at an affordable cost.
Our experienced guides will also provide tips on how to use them.
We also provide transportation services to your ski destination. Our guides will accompany you throughout your time on the slopes.

Our package includes basic first aid facilities. If you're wounded or nauseating, our guide will provide bandages or tablets.
Even if you're a beginner, don't worry, we have ski professionals who will train and guide you. There are three levels of skiing i.e, easy, moderate, and difficult.

If you want to know what else is included in the tour package, speak with our experts or ask them about the additional costs. They will answer all your questions honestly.

Skiing in Gulmarg Costs – Additional Expenses

Gulmarg is one of the famous tourist attractions of Kashmir and traveling only to ski might not be on your list. There are other experiences you might want to explore that aren’t included in the packages. So, here we are listing some expenses that come from your pockets:

Flight Tickets

Few tour packages cover your flight ticket prices as it can make the package price volatile. You need to book your flight tickets for a visit to Gulmarg. Flight ticket prices vary season to season and day to day so keep an eye on booking websites to avoid paying too much. Booking earlier will save you some money. Between 4 months to 3 weeks before departure is the sweet spot. Some tour packages are immediate and can't be booked before 2-3 months.

Sightseeing Famous Attractions

Skiing tour packages don't always include visits to attractions in Gulmarg or other areas of Kashmir. You need to book your transportation services if you wish to visit places like Seven Spring, Maharani Temple, Dal Lake, Drung Waterfall, and others. We can arrange transportation for your visit at an additional cost.

Other Outdoor Activities

There are other outdoor activities such as gondola rides, trekking, and ice skating that can make your trip memorable. If you wish to enjoy these, then you need to book them at your own expense. You can easily book them online as well as offline. You may also want to hire guides who ensure to make the best out of your activities.

Dining

Gulmarg is one of the most famous hill stations where you can find several top-notch restaurants. You need to spend from your pockets if you opt to eat in those restaurants. Our tour package covers breakfast and dinner but you should consider exploring some of the local cuisine.

If you are visiting Gulmarg for the first time, then you might have a craving for local foods such as Kashmiri Tujj, Gadde Monje, Noon Tea, and more. That will be an added expense out of pocket. But let us assure you, it is well-worth the price!

Shopping

The hill station is also famous for its winter clothes and silk items. Shopping for items like shawls, traditional jewelry, silverware, etc. isn’t covered. Keep room in your travel budget for these additional expenses.

Prolonging Stay

Our tours packages are usually compact and designed for convenience. The skiing in Gulmarg cost online includes skiing activities. Most travelers wish to prolong their stay to enjoy the beauty of Gulmarg. You can either pick a more comprehensive tour package or make additional arrangements outside it.

You should also consider taking medical insurance as skiing or other adventures in Gulmarg can be somewhat risky. Tour packages provide basic first aid but medical insurance can have many benefits such as immediate hospitalization in case of injury. Adding a medical insurance is well worth the expense.

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