Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Kashmir: Lakes, Valleys & Himalayan Beauty
Experience Kashmir’s peaceful lakes, flower-filled gardens, alpine meadows and spectacular Himalayan valleys on a memorable six-day journey.
About this trip
Discover the natural beauty of Kashmir through Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg. Cruise across Dal Lake in a traditional shikara, walk through beautiful Mughal gardens, explore Gulmarg’s mountain meadows and relax beside the Lidder River in Pahalgam. These destinations are also featured by the official Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation.
Day 1 – Arrival in Srinagar: Meet your driver at Srinagar Airport and check in. Visit Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashma Shahi and Pari Mahal before enjoying an evening shikara ride on Dal Lake. Dal Lake is known for its waterways, floating gardens, shikaras and houseboats. Incredible India
Day 2 – Gulmarg excursion: Travel to Gulmarg for mountain views, green meadows or seasonal snow. Explore the area and optionally ride the Gulmarg Gondola before returning to Srinagar.
Day 3 – Srinagar to Pahalgam: Drive to Pahalgam through the Kashmir countryside. Check in and spend the evening beside the Lidder River or exploring the local market.
Day 4 – Pahalgam sightseeing: Explore Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari using a local vehicle. Return to Srinagar after sightseeing.
Day 5 – Sonamarg excursion: Take a scenic day trip to Sonamarg, subject to weather and road conditions. Return to Srinagar and spend the final night aboard a traditional houseboat.
Day 6 – Departure: Check out after breakfast and transfer to Srinagar Airport.
Highlights
- Enjoy a traditional shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Stay overnight aboard a Srinagar houseboat
- Explore Srinagar’s beautiful Mughal gardens
- Experience Gulmarg’s meadows and mountain views
- Optional ride on the famous Gulmarg Gondola
- Relax beside the Lidder River in Pahalgam
- Explore Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari
- Take a scenic excursion to Sonamarg
- Experience Kashmir’s local culture and cuisine
Inclusions
- 3 nights’ accommodation in a Srinagar hotel
- 1 night’s accommodation in Pahalgam
- 1 night’s accommodation on a Srinagar houseboat
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- One-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Srinagar Airport pickup and drop
- Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- Gulmarg day excursion
- Pahalgam transfer and sightseeing
- Sonamarg day excursion, subject to road conditions
- Driver allowance, parking and applicable tolls
- Assistance throughout the journey
- All applicable hotel taxes
NoteThe ₹29,999 price assumes twin-sharing accommodation. Flights, Gondola tickets, attraction fees, snow activities and mandatory local taxis in Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg are excluded. All excursions should remain subject to weather, road conditions and local advisories.