Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar - Shikara Ride
Arrive at Srinagar Airport, transfer to the hotel and check-in. After freshening up, enjoy a Shikara Ride on the world-famous Dal Lake:
- Floating Gardens
- Vegetable Gardens
- Golden Lake
- Meena Bazaar
- Canals
- Scenic views of Zabarwan Mountains
Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.
Day 2: Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar
After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg - "Meadow of Flowers". En-route enjoy panoramic views of pine forests and snow-covered hills. In Gulmarg:
- Optional Gondola Ride to Kongdori and Apharwat Peak (14,000 ft)
- Visit Gulmarg Golf Course and historic Shiva Temple
Return to Srinagar by evening. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.
Day 3: Srinagar Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Srinagar's iconic landmarks:
- Shankaracharya Temple - located on a hilltop with panoramic views of the city and Dal Lake
- Pari Mahal - "Palace of Fairies" overlooking Dal Lake
- Cheshma Shahi - Royal Mughal Spring Garden
- Nishat Bagh - Garden of Pleasure with views of Pir Panjal
- Shalimar Bagh - Garden of Love built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir
- Evening free for shopping or relaxing by the lake
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.
Day 4: Srinagar to Pahalgam (Approx. 95 km / 2-3 hrs)
After breakfast, check-out and drive to Pahalgam - the "Valley of Shepherds". En-route, stop for:
- Saffron Fields at Pampore
- Awantipora Ruins - ancient Hindu Temple site
- Arrive in Pahalgam and check into your hotel
- Optional: Visit Baisaran Valley (Mini Switzerland) by pony (direct payment)
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Pahalgam.
Day 5: Pahalgam Sightseeing - Return to Srinagar
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing in and around Pahalgam:
- Visit Betaab Valley - lush meadows and scenic mountain backdrops
- Explore Aru Valley - a tranquil, offbeat hamlet
- See Chandanwari - base point for the Amarnath Yatra
- All local sightseeing in Pahalgam by pony / local cab (direct payment)
After completing sightseeing, drive back to Srinagar (Approx. 2.5-3 hrs). Check into the hotel or houseboat upon arrival. Evening free for leisure or local shopping. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.
Day 6: Pahalgam to Srinagar Airport (Approx. 100 km / 2-3 hrs)
After breakfast, check-out from hotel. Transfer to Srinagar Airport for return / onward journey.