6-Day Kashmir Tour from Srinagar with Dal Lake and Gulmarg

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Go on a serene Shikara ride on Dal Lake
• 02 Witness the beauty of Doodhpathri, the valley of milk
• 03 Admire the saffron fields on the way to Pahalgam
• 04 Get on an adventurous Gondola cable ride in Gulmarg
• 05 Explore the world-famous Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh
• 06 Visit Chashme Shahi and the famous Pari Mahal
• 07 Ride on a horse to see the Thajiwas Glacier, covered with snow all year

Sign up for this heavenly journey to witness the breathtaking beauty of Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, and Doodhpathri in Kashmir. Enjoy the world-famous Shikara ride on Dal Lake, explore the scenic landscapes of Sonamarg and Doodhpathri, and admire the saffron fields on the way to Pahalgam. Stroll through the Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi, see Pari Mahal, and experience the splendour of Gulmarg with its snowy mountains and optional Gondola ride.

Freshen up and head out for a one-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty with which God has graced this city, often compared with Venice.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg

Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Srinagar and Mughal Gardens Sightseeing

• Meet the tour representative upon arrival at Srinagar Airport and transfer to Srinagar, where you will receive a warm welcome.
• Freshen up and head out for a one-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty with which God has graced this city, often compared with Venice. You will also get views of some fascinating places around the lake.
• Proceed on a half-day tour of the world-famous Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi, and see Pari Mahal.
• Return to the hotel or your place of stay after the Shikara ride.

2

Day 02

Full-Day Excursion to Sonamarg

• Begin early in the morning after breakfast at the hotel for a full-day excursion to Sonamarg. This promises a beautiful drive from Srinagar, with stops at many scenic spots along the way. You can also ride on a horse to see the Thajiwas Glacier, where snow remains throughout the year.
• Return to Srinagar in the evening for an overnight stay at a hotel or resort.

3

Day 03

Day Trip to Doodhpathri from Srinagar

• After breakfast, leave Srinagar and drive straight to Doodhpathri, another recently developed beautiful destination in Kashmir, located in the Budgam district about 42 km from Srinagar. The name means the valley of milk, and it is a lovely resort with carpet-like meadows. The area is rich in milk production, which is how Doodhpathri got its name. It is also believed that cattle grazing in these meadows produce a large quantity of milk.
• Spend the night at a resort or hotel in Srinagar.

4

Day 04

Drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam

• Leave Srinagar after breakfast and drive straight to Pahalgam. On the way, visit saffron fields and enjoy the natural charm of the valleys here.
• Spend the night at the hotel in Pahalgam.

5

Day 05

Travel from Pahalgam to Gulmarg

• Leave Pahalgam and drive straight to Gulmarg, a beautiful summer resort in the valley. It is popular for its golf course in summer, one of the highest in the world, and for skiing during the winter season.
• Arrive in Gulmarg and check in at a hotel. Enjoy the splendour of nature and the snowy mountains. You can also take a Gondola ride (cable car) here.
• From Gulmarg, travel to Khalinmarg and return in the evening.

6

Day 06

Departure to Srinagar Airport

• Transfer to the airport in the afternoon to catch your return flight back home. The morning will be free for any personal activities in Gulmarg, if you wish.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Personal cab with personal driver and guide
• Welcome tea on arrival, breakfast, and dinner
• 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake
• Toll taxes
• Car parking
• Driver expenses
• Wi-Fi facility with television HD channels
• Local tour of Mughal Gardens in Srinagar
• Transfers and sightseeing by non-A/C cab covering Srinagar, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam
• Taxes and other expenditures
• Assistance on arrival and departure

What's Not Included

• Any airfare, train fare, or overland journey not mentioned in the itinerary
• Any medical or rescue evacuation due to mishaps
• Any personal expenses such as laundry, bar bills, table bills, camera fees, tips, or any other item of a personal nature
• Mineral water, drinks, and starters
• Entrance fees
• Sightseeing of Chandanwari, Aru, Betaab Valley, and Baisaran in Pahalgam
• Horse riding, cable car riding, and Shikara ride
• Anything else not mentioned in the "What's Included" column

Know before you go

• Cost is incidental to any change in the itinerary caused by flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks, and/or any factors beyond control.
• If there is any natural calamity or snowfall, chained jeeps will be used from Tangmarg to Gulmarg. The cost will be approximately 1200/- one way per chained jeep. Clients have to pay directly.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar, Humhama, Badgam, Srinagar

Tour start

Srinagar

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.