India · Boating

5-Day Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam Tour with Dal Lake Shikara

5 Days Round trip from Srinagar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Go for a fun-filled horse riding experience in Gulmarg
02 Look at the awe-inspiring saffron fields of Pampore
03 Wander around the pine forests in Pahalgam
04 Take incredible Shikara rides on Dal Lake in Srinagar

Embark on this exciting journey through Jammu and Kashmir as you travel across Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Experience scenic hill stations, mountain peaks, and enticing rivers, and enjoy Shikara rides on the gorgeous Dal Lake. Ride a pony, take part in an enthralling trek, and visit some of the region's most popular and not-to-be-missed landmarks while witnessing majestic mountain landscapes.

The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded pine forests.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Srinagar and City Sightseeing

On arrival, meet our representative outside the airport.
Proceed for check-in at the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit important sights of Srinagar city - Hazratbal Mosque, Mughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure), the Mughal garden situated on the banks of the world-famous Dal Lake, Pari Mahal, Chashmeshahi, and Zabarwan Park.
Overnight stay in Srinagar.

Inclusions: Hotel, Flight to Srinagar

Day 02

Excursion to Gulmarg

After breakfast, leave for Gulmarg, also known as the Meadow of Gold.
Enjoy the scenic views of Gulmarg. One can also enjoy horse riding in Gulmarg.
For a better experience, a pony track leads upwards to Khilanmarg, Kangdori, and Seven Springs, a couple of hours away by pony.
After a beautiful day in Gulmarg, return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

Inclusions: Hotel, Breakfast, Transport

Highlight: Optional horse ride in Gulmarg

Day 03

Drive to Pahalgam via Pampore

After breakfast at the hotel, drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam.
Visit the saffron fields of Pampore and see the beautiful countryside.
Later, continue your drive to Pahalgam through the pine forest.
On arrival, proceed for check-in.
There are many places of interest around Pahalgam, and because the resort is set between fairly steep hills, it is worth hiring a pony rather than walking. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded pine forests.
Overnight in Pahalgam.

Inclusions: Hotel, Breakfast, Transport

Highlight: Saffron fields of Pampore, Awantipura

Day 04

Return to Srinagar and Leisure Time

The morning is at leisure. Check out and transfer to Srinagar.
The evening is free at leisure to explore the local markets in Srinagar.
Overnight in Srinagar.

Inclusions: Hotel, Breakfast, Transport

Highlight: Day at leisure

Day 05

Departure from Srinagar

In the morning, you will be transferred to Srinagar airport.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport

Where this trip takes you

Dal Lake, Gulmarg the Meadow of Gold, saffron fields of Pampore

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Srinagar 3 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation in the hotels mentioned or a similar category
Breakfast every day
All transfers, excursions, and visits by private means according to the program in an air-conditioned car with the driver
Welcome drinks in all hotels
Travel kit (document folder and itinerary)
All applicable taxes and vehicle costs (petrol, toll, customs, parking, insurance, vehicle and driver, driver accommodation, and food) as scheduled

What's Not Included

All personal expenses, optional tours, and extra meals
Camera fees, any entry fee for monuments, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and starters
Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing is not included in the itinerary
Medical and travel insurance
Anything that is not mentioned

Logistics