How do I deal with the snake blocking my way

Hint 1 of 7:

You could just kill the snake....

Hint 2 of 7:

A close look at the game's package may offer a clue.

Hint 3 of 7:

Have you rubbed the lamp three times now?

Hint 4 of 7:

You can put the bridle on the snake from a (barely) safe distance.

Hint 5 of 7:

Did you try getting the low-down from the horse's mouth?

Hint 6 of 7:

Get the key from the cave, and take the return carpet flight.

Hint 7 of 7:

Use the key to open the second door, and read door number three.