Tempo Traveller in Kashmir
9 to 17-seater vans with driver for family groups, friends and pilgrimages - travel together, split the cost, and keep everyone comfortable across the whole Kashmir circuit.
Starting From
₹5,500/day
When your group is larger than a single SUV can hold, a Tempo Traveller is the answer. These roomy vans seat 9, 12, 14 or 17 passengers with generous luggage space, push-back seats and a raised roof you can stand under. For an extended family, a group of friends, a corporate outing or a pilgrimage combining Kashmir with Vaishno Devi, one Tempo Traveller keeps everyone together and splits the cost per head far lower than multiple cars.
Every Tempo Traveller with Via Kashmir comes with an experienced local driver who is used to handling a larger vehicle on Kashmir's hill roads. Fares are fixed and agreed in writing before you travel. This page covers the seating options, fares by van size and route, what is included, and the questions group organisers ask us most.
At a glance
9 / 12 / 14 / 17-seater Tempo Travellers • Push-back seats, standing headroom, big luggage space • Verified local driver • Fixed fares from ₹5,500 per day • Ideal for family groups, friends, corporate trips and pilgrimages • Fuel, driver allowance and tolls included on tours.
Why hire a Tempo Traveller in Kashmir
Splitting a large group across two or three cars means the group gets separated on the road, arrives at different times, and pays more in total. A single Tempo Traveller keeps everyone in one place - the conversation, the music, the snacks and the driver's local commentary are shared by the whole group.
Comfortable for long Kashmir transfers
Tempo Travellers have push-back seats and enough headroom to stand and stretch, which makes the longer runs - Srinagar to Pahalgam, the day to Sonamarg - far more comfortable for a big group than being packed into sedans. There is real luggage space at the back, important when a family group travels with a lot of bags.
Perfect for pilgrimages and combined tours
Many groups combine Kashmir with a Vaishno Devi darshan at Katra, or travel during the Amarnath Yatra. A Tempo Traveller handles the Jammu-Srinagar highway and the onward pilgrimage legs in one booking, with the same driver throughout.
- One vehicle keeps the whole group together
- Lowest cost per person for groups of 8-17
- Push-back seats and standing headroom
- Large luggage capacity for family groups
- Experienced driver used to handling a big vehicle on hill roads
Tempo Traveller fares in Kashmir (2026)
Fares depend on the van size and route. The figures below are indicative full-vehicle rates with driver for the 2026 season. Sightseeing and tour rates are per day and include fuel, driver allowance and parking; transfers are one-way.
Indicative Tempo Traveller fares - full vehicle, with driver
Per-person maths
A 12-seater at ₹7,000 for a Gulmarg day works out to under ₹600 per person for a full group - comfortably cheaper than two SUVs, and everyone stays together.
Which Tempo Traveller size to choose
Choosing your van
A good rule of thumb is to size up one bracket if your group is carrying a lot of luggage or wants extra room to stretch on the long transfers.
What is included with your Tempo Traveller
- Fuel for the full itinerary
- Experienced local driver for the whole trip
- Driver food, stay and night-halt charges on multi-day tours
- Road tolls and permitted parking
- Airport pickup and hotel pick-up and drop for the group
Not included
- Activity tickets (Gondola, pony rides, gardens)
- Local union taxi charges inside Gulmarg and Pahalgam valleys
- Personal expenses and tips
How to book a Tempo Traveller in Kashmir
- Tell us your group size, dates and the places you want to cover.
- We recommend the right van size and send a fixed, written quote.
- A small advance locks the vehicle and driver for your dates.
- Your driver shares his details the day before and meets the group at Srinagar Airport or your hotel.
Booking for a big group?
Send us the group size and rough itinerary and we will suggest the most cost-effective van and a day-by-day plan. Group tour packages bundle the vehicle, hotels and transfers into one price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Tempo Traveller cost per day in Kashmir?
A Tempo Traveller with driver costs roughly ₹5,500-₹9,800 per day for sightseeing depending on the size (9 to 17-seater). Day trips to hill stations are ₹6,500-₹12,000. Split across a full group, the per-person cost is very low. You get a fixed written quote before travelling.
What sizes of Tempo Traveller are available in Kashmir?
We offer 9, 12, 14 and 17-seater Tempo Travellers. The 12-seater is the most popular for the balance of comfort and cost. For groups carrying a lot of luggage, sizing up one bracket is a good idea.
Is a Tempo Traveller cheaper than hiring multiple cars?
Yes. For a group of 8-17, one Tempo Traveller is cheaper per person than two or three SUVs, and it keeps everyone together on the road rather than arriving separately.
Can a Tempo Traveller be used for a Vaishno Devi and Kashmir pilgrimage?
Absolutely. Many groups combine Kashmir with a Vaishno Devi darshan at Katra or travel during the Amarnath Yatra. A Tempo Traveller handles the Jammu-Srinagar highway and the pilgrimage legs in a single booking with one driver.
Are Tempo Travellers comfortable on Kashmir's hill roads?
Yes. They have push-back seats and standing headroom, and our drivers are experienced with larger vehicles on the mountain routes. For the sightseeing legs inside Gulmarg and Pahalgam valleys, local union taxis are used as required, the same as for any vehicle.
How do I book a Tempo Traveller in Kashmir?
Send us your group size, dates and itinerary. We recommend the right van size, send a fixed written quote, and a small advance confirms the vehicle and driver. Your driver meets the group at the airport or your hotel.
Book a Tempo Traveller for your group
Tell us your group size and dates - we'll recommend the right van and send a fixed quote within 2 hours.