Take an early morning flight from Delhi to Srinagar (approximately 1.5-hour flight).
Afternoon
Arrive in Srinagar, check-in to your hotel or houseboat accommodation.
If staying on a houseboat, you can experience the famous Dal Lake. Enjoy a shikara ride.
Evening
Explore the Mughal gardens—Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. These gardens are best visited in the late afternoon to enjoy the sunset views.
Night
Enjoy Kashmiri cuisine for dinner, such as Rogan Josh, Yakhni, or Dum Aloo.
Day 2: Srinagar Sightseeing
Morning
Visit the Hazratbal Shrine and Shankaracharya Temple for panoramic views of the city and Dal Lake.
Mid-morning
Head to Hazratbal Shrine, a significant religious site.
Afternoon
Visit Nigeen Lake for a quieter experience compared to Dal Lake. You can enjoy a relaxed shikara ride here.
Evening
Explore Srinagar’s local markets, especially Lal Chowk, for handicrafts, Pashmina shawls, and traditional Kashmiri items.
Night
Return to your accommodation for dinner.
Day 3: Day Trip to Gulmarg
Early Morning
After breakfast, depart for Gulmarg (2-3 hours drive from Srinagar).
In winter, enjoy skiing and snow activities. In summer, Gulmarg is famous for its lush meadows and the Gondola Ride to Apharwat Peak.
Afternoon
Spend time exploring Gulmarg or indulge in activities like trekking, horse riding, or golfing (seasonal).
Evening
Return to Srinagar and enjoy a relaxed dinner.
Day 4: Day Trip to Pahalgam and Return to Delhi
Early Morning
After breakfast, depart for Pahalgam (around 2-3 hours drive from Srinagar).
On the way, visit Betaab Valley and Aru Valley, both picturesque locations offering beautiful views of mountains and rivers.
Afternoon
Spend some time in Pahalgam exploring its natural beauty and walking along the Lidder River.
Evening
Return to Srinagar and head to the airport for your flight back to Delhi.
3-day itinerary for a Srinagar tour starting from Delhi
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi to Srinagar
Morning
Take an early morning flight from Delhi to Srinagar (approximately 1.5-hour flight).
Afternoon
Arrive in Srinagar, check-in to your hotel or houseboat accommodation.
If staying on a houseboat, take a shikara ride on Dal Lake to explore the floating gardens and traditional houseboats.
Evening
Visit Mughal Gardens—Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. These gardens are best explored in the late afternoon to enjoy the pleasant weather and sunset views.
Night
Enjoy a traditional Kashmiri dinner, such as Rogan Josh, Kashmiri Pulao, or Dum Aloo.
Day 2: Srinagar Sightseeing
Morning
Visit Shankaracharya Temple for panoramic views of Srinagar and Dal Lake. The temple is situated on a hilltop, offering a stunning perspective of the city and surrounding areas.
Mid-morning
Explore Hazratbal Shrine, one of the most revered religious sites in Kashmir, located on the northern side of Dal Lake.
Afternoon
Head to Nigeen Lake for a peaceful experience away from the crowds. You can enjoy another shikara ride or simply relax by the lake.
Evening
Explore Lal Chowk, the main market in Srinagar, to shop for local handicrafts like Pashmina shawls, Kashmiri carpets, and other souvenirs.
Night
Return to your accommodation for dinner.
Day 3: Day Trip to Gulmarg and Departure
Early Morning
Depart for Gulmarg (approximately 2-3 hours drive from Srinagar).
In winter, enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and other snow activities. In summer, you can take the Gondola Ride to Apharwat Peak, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains.
Afternoon
Explore the meadows of Gulmarg, indulge in activities like horse riding or hiking, or simply enjoy the scenic beauty.
Evening
Return to Srinagar and head to the airport for your flight back to Delhi.
8-day itinerary for a Srinagar tour starting from Delhi
Itinerary
Itinerary
1st Day : ARRIVAL SRINAGAR - ( LOCAL SIGHTSEEING )
Upon arrival at Srinagar Sheikh Ul Alam Int’l Airport ( This must be one of the Most Scenic Flights in the World, Srinagar is popularly known as the “City of Reshi’s & Sufi’s” and it is also the Summer capital of state Jammu & Kashmir), you will be met by our representative and transfer to Hotel / Houseboat for Check in followed by welcome drink. In the Afternoon we take a visit to Mughal Gardens, Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan. Then visit to Shalimar Garden known as ‘Garden of love’ built in 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jahangir for his beloved wife Noor Jahan or (Mehr-un-Nissa & Chashmashahi (The Royal Spring). The Chashmashahi Mughal garden in Srinagar had been loved by emperors and picnickers alike. Overnight stay.
2nd Day : IN SRINAGAR - DAY EXCURSION TO SONAMARG
Approx Distance: 87 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours
After an early breakfast, leave for a full day excursion to Sonmarg, which means Meadow of Gold, has its backdrop of snowy mountains against the blue sky. The drive offers incredible scenic beauty, dense pine forests and gigantics mountains. The place provides an ideal base for various trekking routes, high mountain lakes, glaciers, and Shri Amarnath Holy cave. The river meanders along here & abounds with Trout & Mahseer. Sonamarg’s importance lies in the fact that it is the last halt on the Kashmir side for the drive from Srinagar to Leh. Ponies / vehicles ( Direct payment basis ) can be hired for the trip up to Thajwas Glacier, Which is a major local attraction during the summer. Return back in the evening to Srinagar for overnight stay.
3rd Day: IN SRINAGAR - ( DAY EXCURSION TO DOODHPATHRI )
Approx Distance: 45 Km • Est. Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
After an early breakfast, leave for a full day excursion to Doodhpathri. “Doodhpathri” - known as the Valley of Milk is a tourist destination and hill station in Kashmir. It is located in Budgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, located at a distance of 42 km from state summer capital Srinagar. It is said that the famous saint of Kashmir Sheikh ul Aalam Sheikh Noor din Noorani has prayed here, and once when he was in search of water in the meadows to offer prayers, he pricked the ground with his stick to search water, and milk came out, he asked the milk that you can only be used for drinking and not performing ablution. Hearing this milk at once changed its state to water and meadow got its name DOODHPATHRI. The water which is at present flowing through the meadows looks like milk from the distance and remains very cold throughout the year. The lush green grasses over the vast meadows and silver shining stream running over the large stones further increase its beauty. Doodhpathri is sloping grassy landscapes with a diversity of multicoloured flowers up to Chang. The natural meadows, which are covered with snow in winter, allow the growth of wild flowers such as daisies, forget-me-nots and butter cups during spring and summer. Return by the evening to Srinagar for Overnight stay.
4th Day : SRINAGAR. to GULMARG. - VIA DRANG (UNION VEHICLE) & GULMARG ( LOCAL SIGHTSEEING - ON OWN )
Approx Distance: 52 Km • Est. Travel Time: 2 hours
After an early breakfast, check out from Hotel / Houseboat & drive to Gulmarg via Bye-Pass for overnight stay. Gulmarg, called as “Meadow of Flowers”. Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8700 – ft. Gulmarg also referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort & the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course. The place was prominent during the British time. On the way, take a visit to Drang. Drang is another recently discovered tourist station in the beautiful Vale of Kashmir. It is located about 38 km north of Srinagar on Gulmarg road, just 3 km away from Tangmarg. The place is quite similar to Pahalgam with a fast water stream, known as Ferozpur-Nalla, flowing down. It is however a small place and is suitable for a day picnic or a short visit during your trip to Gulmarg. Drang is a beautiful place, which is still fresh and protected from human interference. Pine forests and the stream with many log bridges make the place really beautiful. Many nearby places are also interesting. Across the hill is a place where you will find some monuments believed to be the ruins of the Pandava temples. Through the woodlands are some beautiful fields with pine trees lining them and old mud houses dotted here and there.
Later, Drive to Gulmarg. Gulmarg's legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill resorts in the country. Originally called ‘Gaurimarg’ by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was inspired by the sight of its grassy slopes emblazoned with wild flowers. Gulmarg was a favorite haunt of Emperor Jehangir who once collected 21 different varieties of flowers from here. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty- it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650 m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter. On arrival, check in to the pre-arranged Hotel. One Can go for the Gondola Ride up to 1st or 2nd Phase. The Gulmarg Gondola is a tourist attraction in itself. It is one of the highest cable cars in the world, reaching 3,979 metres. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from the gondola main station in Gulmarg to a shoulder of nearby Mt. Affarwat Summit (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). Gulmarg is also called as “heartland of winter sports in India”, as it is a gathering ground for all things extreme sports and outdoors related. In the winter, the diverse and extreme terrain combines with torrential snowfall to create a snow destination that is among the best in the world. From the Kongdoori station, Skiers can ski down a groomed trail through the woods that descends 450m in about 3.8 km. There are also countless off-piste possibilities through the beautiful Khilanmarg meadows on the foot of Mount Affarwat, which offer a scenic view of Nanga Parbat. The Affarwat ridge at 3850+ metres offers an avalanche controlled ski area that offers a wide field of snow to descend 800 m in approximately 3 km of skiing, and is for advanced skiers only. Due to Gulmarg's steep terrain, the region is popular amongst advanced and extreme skiers from around the world and has been visited by a number of ski professionals and featured in a number of ski films also. Overnight stay.
5th Day: GULMARG. to PAHALGAM. - ( DAY AT LEISURE )
Approx Distance: 148 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours
After a leisurely breakfast, check out from Hotel & leave for overnight stay at “Pahalgam” called as “Valley of Shepherds”. Pahalgam is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. Enjoy the nature & walk around the bank of river Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Pahalgam is also famous for Indian film Industry (Bollywood). Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceeds 25 Degree C. Upon arrival, check in to the pre-arranged Hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight stay.
6th Day: IN PAHALGAM - ( LOCAL SIGHTSEEING - ON OWN)
After a leisurely breakfast, full day is free to enjoy and explore the Beauty of “Pahalgam”( BY UNION VEHICLE - ON OWN ). One can go to Chandanwari ( 16 Kms from Pahalgam ) which is the starting point of Amarnath Yatra, Aru (10 kms from Pahalgam) which is a fine meadow of picturesque scenery and starting point of trekking of (Liddarwat, Kolahoi Glacier & Trsar Lake) & Betaab Valley.
ARU VALLEY It is located around 12 km from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains, it is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The village lies of the left bank of the Aru river, which is a tributary of the Lidder river The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. It is popular among the tourists for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. Other popular tourist activities include fishing of trout in the Lidder river, trekking, hiking, horse riding, sightseeing and photography.
BETAAB VALLEY It is situated at a distance of 15 kilometers from Pahalgam. The valley got its name from the Sunny Deol– Amrita Singh hit debut film Betaab. The valley surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountains and covered with dense vegetation. Betaab Valley is a very popular touristic destination. Betaab Valley is also a favorite campsite of travellers as it also serves as a base camp for trekking and further exploration of the mountains. The valley is a walk-able distance from Pahalgam. The crystal clear & chilly water of the stream bubbling down from the snowy hills is a delight; locals here drink this water too. Baisaran and Tulian Lake are few nearby attractions that can be visited.
CHANDANWARI Chandanwari - Situated 16 km from Pahalgam, is the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, which takes place every year in the month of Sawan (Rain). It is famous for snow sledging on a snow bridge. Taxi cabs can be hired from Pahalgam for a roundtrip. Snow fights" is what people generally indulge in here before they sledge back down. Many prefer to sip a cup of tea of snack at the nearby dhabas. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari is an idyllic spot for a picnic. Filmgoers will recognize it instantly as it has been the location of several movie scenes.
Return by the evening for Overnight stay at Hotel.
7th Day : PAHALGAM. to SRINAGAR. - ( SHIKARA RIDE )
Approx Distance: 96 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours
After a leisurely breakfast, check out from Hotel & transfer to Srinagar. On arrival in Srinagar, check in to the pre-arranged Hotel/Houseboat. Rest of the day is free at leisure. In the evening you take a Shikara ride on world famous Dal Lake, where you visit the floating vegetable gardens & Open Dal Lake. While riding the Shikara’s there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc. Overnight stay.
