India · Garden Stroll

7-Day Kashmir Valley Tour from Srinagar with Sonmarg and Gulmarg

7 Days Round trip from Srinagar Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Roam across the Mughal Gardens and other attractions in Srinagar
  • 02 Take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake
  • 03 Marvel at the Thajwas glacier in Sonmarg
  • 04 Travel to one of the world's highest golf courses in Gulmarg
  • 05 See Aru Valley and Betaab Valley in Pahalgam
  • 06 Enjoy pony rides through the mountain trails
  • 07 Engage in mountain adventure activities

Embark on an adventure excursion through the beautiful valleys of Kashmir, set against the majestic Himalayan ranges. Visit Srinagar's Mughal Gardens, enjoy a traditional Shikara ride on Dal Lake, and take in the scenic landscapes of Sonmarg, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg. The tour also covers Chandanwari, Aru Valley, and Betaab Valley, along with opportunities for pony rides and winter activities. This journey offers a memorable introduction to some of Kashmir's most charming natural and cultural highlights.

Embark on an adventure excursion through the beautiful valleys of Kashmir, set against the majestic Himalayan ranges.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Srinagar and Mughal Gardens

  • Arrive in Srinagar and meet the local tour guide. Transfer to the hotel.

  • Visit the famous Mughal gardens in Srinagar - Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh. These gardens are situated on the banks of Dal Lake and are built according to a symmetrical plan, with central waterways and fountains dividing a series of gardened terraces.

Overnight stay in Srinagar.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Excursion to Sonmarg

  • Embark on a full-day excursion to the picturesque Sonmarg. The fast-flowing Sindh River makes it a popular destination for fishing during summer.

  • Opt for a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in the snow (at your own expense).

Overnight stay in Sonmarg.

3
Day 03

Drive to Pahalgam via Awantipura Ruins

  • Drive to Pahalgam, situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from the Lidder River and Sheeshnag Lake.

  • En route, visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman.

  • On arrival, enjoy the quaint surroundings or walk to Baisaren, about 2 km from Pahalgam.

Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

4
Day 04

Pahalgam Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, drive to sightseeing spots such as Chandanwari, Aru Valley, and Betaab Valley (at your own expense).

Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

5
Day 05

Drive from Pahalgam to Gulmarg

  • After breakfast, leave Pahalgam and drive to Gulmarg.

  • Take a stroll or a pony ride (at your own expense) across the green meadow to one of the world's highest golf courses.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Pahalgam.

6
Day 06

Return to Srinagar and Houseboat Stay

  • After breakfast, leave Gulmarg and drive to Srinagar.

  • Upon arrival, transfer to the houseboat.

  • Later, enjoy a Shikara ride around Dal Lake and shop at the floating markets.

Overnight stay in Srinagar.

7
Day 07

Departure from Srinagar

  • After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport for departure.

Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Thajwas glacier, Gulmarg meadows

Where this trip takes you

Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Thajwas glacier, Gulmarg meadows

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Srinagar 4 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

  • Sightseeing

  • Accommodation

  • Breakfast and dinner

  • English-speaking Indian tour guide/driver allowance

What's Not Included

  • Garden entrance tickets

  • Gondola ride

  • Pony ride

  • Sonmarg sightseeing

  • Shikara ride

  • Aru, Chandanwari, and Betaab Valley

Know before you go

  • The tour is available from 10 Nov to 20 Mar on all days of the week.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Srinagar
Tour start
Srinagar
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Srinagar.

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