Overview
Destinations: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Pahalgam – Sonmarg
Best For: Couples | Family | Friends | Nature Lovers
Ideal Season: March–October (greenery) | December–February (snow)
ITINERARY
Day 01 :
Arrival in Srinagar + Local Sightseeing
Meet & greet at Srinagar Airport.
Transfer to hotel / houseboat.
After freshening up, visit:
- Shankaracharya Temple
- Mughal Gardens: Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi
- Tulip Garden (March–April only)
Evening:
- Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Overnight stay in Srinagar (Hotel/Houseboat).
Day 02 :
Excursion to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers)
After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg (2 hrs).
Highlights:
- Gondola Cable Car (Asia’s highest) – Phase 1 & Phase 2
- Pony ride / ATV ride (optional)
- Snow activities in winter: skiing, sledging, snow scooter
Enjoy breathtaking views of Nanga Parbat & Apharwat Peak.
Return to Srinagar.
Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 03 :
Srinagar → Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds)
Breakfast at hotel and depart for Pahalgam (3–4 hrs).
Enroute visit:
- Saffron fields of Pampore
- Avantipora Ruins
- Apple orchards
In Pahalgam, explore:
- Aru Valley
- Betaab Valley
- Chandanwari (starting point of Amarnath Yatra)
Optional: River rafting in Lidder River (seasonal)
Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 04 :
Day Trip to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold)
After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg (2.5 hrs).
Enjoy:
- Horse ride to Thajiwas Glacier
- Snow activities (in winter)
- Scenic river viewpoints
Return to Srinagar in the evening.
Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 05 :
Departure from Srinagar
- Breakfast and checkout.
- Transfer to Srinagar Airport with beautiful memories of Kashmir.
Inclusions/ Exclusions
Inclusions
- Airport pick & drop
- 4-night accommodation (Hotel / Houseboat)
- Breakfast & dinner
- Private cab for all sightseeing
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Driver charges, tolls, parking
Exclusions
- Airfare
- Gondola tickets
- Pony ride / sledge ride / rafting charges
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
