• Spend some time in Srinagar, which is known for its beautiful gardens, lakes, and houseboats.

• Experience an iconic shikara ride at Dal Lake or stroll through the Mughal Gardens, unravelling its many beauties along the way.

• Depart from the city by evening for the drive towards Sonamarg.

• Arrive at campsite/ guest house in Sonamarg and retreat for an overnight stay.

• After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the guesthouse, start out on a 3-4 km trek from Sonamarg.

• Reach a roadside eatery to pack all the required commodities for the day. From this point, the trek will be a gradual one.

• Continue trekking alongside the Sindh river through maple and pine forests, and be rewarded with the stunning views of Sonamarg valley with its picturesque streams.

• Arrive at Nichnai and set camp for overnight stay.

• Start for trek towards Nichnai Pass at around 8:00 AM. On the way, enjoy stunning views of the lush valleys and the untouched beauty of the region.

• Cross the river and continue hiking through its banks.

• Arrive at Nichnai Pass or the Vishansar Berry, located 13,500m above sea level.

• Witness and enjoy the meticulous beauty of the pass and the snow-covered peaks all around it before retreating to camp for an overnight stay.

• This day will be reserved for rest and acclimatisation to the weather.

Overnight stay at camp in Vishansar

• Wake up to a chilly morning and witness the Kishansar Peak casting its reflection on the azure lake waters.

• Start the trek for the day towards the lakeside and reach Kishansar Peak, situated around 500 ft above the campsite.

• From here, ascend to the other side of the water reservoir. The trek till this point comprises of both easy and tough terrains.

• Arrive and Gadsar and set camp for overnight stay.

• Begin the day with a walk from the army camp towards the stream. Brace for varied terrains ranging from super steep, flat and even land.
• Take a short break at Maengandob that is fringed by mountains.
• Arrive at Satsar and set camp for an overnight stay.

• Set out early in the morning and trek towards Gangabal. A true test of calibre, this is the day when trekkers will have to push their physical and mental limits and trudge through rocks and boulder ridden terrain. 

• Pass the last of the Satsar lakes, and start hiking downwards for half an hour to arrive at the forest line.
• Arrive at Gangabal twin lakes and set camp for an overnight stay.

• After breakfast, start trekking from the Gangabal camp.

• Amble along the grassy land dotted with yellow flowers and pine forest before starting your descent towards Naranag, the last leg of the trek.

• Reach Naranag Village in Ganderbal District and spend some time here. Trekkers can make an optional visit to the Naranag Temple

• Drive back to Srinagar.