Experience the breathtaking beauty of Kashmir with a 5 Days / 4 Nights holiday featuring Srinagar, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg. Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, visit Mughal Gardens, explore scenic valleys, experience the Gulmarg Gondola, and discover the rich culture and natural beauty of Kashmir.
Day 1 | Arrival in Srinagar & Local Sightseeing
- Arrive at Srinagar Airport and receive a warm welcome from our representative
- Transfer to the hotel and complete the check-in formalities
- Visit Shankaracharya Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and offering panoramic views of Srinagar and Dal Lake
- Explore Nishat Bagh, known as the “Garden of Bliss”
- Visit Shalimar Bagh, built by Emperor Jahangir for Empress Noor Jahan
- Explore Cheshma Shahi, also known as the Royal Spring Garden
- Enjoy a 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Experience traditional Kashmiri Kahwa while enjoying scenic lake views
- Explore:
- Floating Gardens
- Nehru Park
- Handicraft Centre
- Mission Kashmir Shooting Point
- Local life on Dal Lake
- Return to the hotel
- Overnight stay in Srinagar
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 2 | Sonmarg & Zojila War Memorial
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Proceed to Sonmarg, known as the “Meadow of Gold”
- Enjoy a scenic drive along the Sindh River
- Take a local cab ride to Zojila Mountain Pass
- Visit the Zojila War Memorial
- Admire breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and Himalayan landscapes
- Optional pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier (Direct Payment Basis)
- Enjoy snow activities and photography depending on weather conditions
- Visit Hazratbal Mosque on the return journey
- Return to Srinagar in the evening
- Overnight stay in Srinagar
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3 | Pahalgam, Aru Valley, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart for Pahalgam, also known as the Valley of Shepherds
- En route visit:
- Pampore Saffron Fields
- Kashmiri Carpet Weaving Factory
- Cricket Bat Factory
- Avantiswami Temple Ruins
- Apple Orchards
- Arrive in Pahalgam and take a local union cab for sightseeing
- Explore Aru Valley
- Visit Betaab Valley, famous for Bollywood movie shootings
- Visit Chandanwari
- Enjoy scenic views of the Lidder River and surrounding meadows
- Optional pony ride available
- Return to Srinagar in the evening
- Overnight stay in Srinagar
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4 | Gulmarg & Gondola Ride
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Proceed to Gulmarg, known as the “Meadow of Flowers”
- Enjoy the scenic drive through Tangmarg and charming Kashmiri villages
- Reach the Gondola boarding station
- Experience the famous Gulmarg Gondola Ride up to Phase 1 (Kongdori)
- Enjoy panoramic views of snow-covered mountains and valleys
- Optional activities:
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding
- Gondola Phase 2 Ride
- Explore Gulmarg’s meadows and pine forests
- Visit a traditional Kashmiri carpet-weaving factory on the return journey
- Return to Srinagar
- Overnight stay in Srinagar
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5 | Srinagar Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check out from the hotel
- Transfer to Srinagar Airport
- Depart with wonderful memories of Kashmir
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights
- Enjoy a 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Visit Shankaracharya Temple and the famous Mughal Gardens
- Explore Sonmarg and Zojila War Memorial
- Visit Pahalgam, Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari
- Experience the Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 ride
- Visit saffron fields, apple orchards, and traditional handicraft centres
- Enjoy traditional Kashmiri Kahwa with scenic Dal Lake views
- Discover Kashmir's snow-capped mountains, valleys, gardens, and culture