Overview
This 4-night, 5-day Kashmir tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and adventure. Explore Srinagar’s Mughal gardens and Dal Lake, marvel at Gulmarg’s alpine meadows and gondola rides, and unwind in Pahalgam’s lush valleys. Stay in a traditional houseboat and savor Kashmiri hospitality while soaking in the region’s enchanting landscapes.
Detailed Day-Wise Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar | Welcome to Paradise :
Upon arrival at Srinagar Airport, transfer to a luxurious houseboat on Dal Lake. After check-in, enjoy a serene shikara ride through floating gardens and vibrant markets. Witness the sunset over the Pir Panjal Range before a traditional Kashmiri dinner. Overnight stay on the houseboat.
Day 2: Srinagar to Gulmarg | Alpine Adventures :
After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg (2 hours), a meadow of flowers surrounded by snow-clad peaks. Take the Gondola Ride (Phase 1) to Kongdoori Valley for panoramic views. Explore Gulmarg Golf Course, one of the world’s highest, and enjoy leisure time in the meadows. Return to Srinagar in the evening for dinner and an overnight hotel stay.
Day 3: Srinagar to Pahalgam | Valley of Shepherds :
Post breakfast, head to Pahalgam (3 hours), a picturesque town along the Lidder River. Visit Betaab Valley, named after a Bollywood film, and Aru Valley, a base for treks to Kolhoi Glacier. Return to Srinagar for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Srinagar Sightseeing | Mughal Grandeur :
Spend the day exploring Srinagar’s gems: visit the terraced Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh gardens, and the saffron fields of Pampore. Stroll through the old city’s bustling markets and admire the woodwork at Shankaracharya Temple. Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Departure | Memories of Kashmir :
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport. Depart with unforgettable memories of Kashmir’s splendor.
Inclusions
- Accommodation: 1 night in a deluxe houseboat + 3 nights in hotels.
- Meals: Daily breakfast and dinner.
- Transfers: Private vehicle for airport pick-up/drop-off and sightseeing.
- Activities: Shikara ride, Gulmarg Gondola (Phase 1), entry fees to gardens/temples.
- Driver allowances, tolls, and parking.
Exclusions
- Air/train tickets.
- Lunch, personal expenses, and tips.
- Optional activities: Gondola Phase 2, pony rides, or rafting.
- Travel insurance.