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5-Day Kashmir Sightseeing Tour with Dal Lake and Gulmarg Gondola

5 Days Round trip from Srinagar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar
02 Visit the Mughal Gardens, including Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi
03 Take the Gulmarg Gondola to Apharwat Peak for breathtaking mountain views
04 Explore Pahalgam's Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari
05 Browse Srinagar's local markets for souvenirs and Kashmiri handicrafts

Explore the beauty of Kashmir on this 5-day sightseeing tour through Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Enjoy a serene Shikara ride on Dal Lake, visit the Mughal Gardens and Shankaracharya Temple, and take in breathtaking views from the Gulmarg Gondola. Discover the valleys of Pahalgam, including Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari, with stops at Awantipora Ruins and the Saffron Fields en route. The journey also includes Srinagar's cultural landmarks, local markets, and Kashmiri handicrafts.

Take a Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak for breathtaking views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Srinagar and Dal Lake Sightseeing

Land at Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar.
Check into a houseboat or hotel on Dal Lake.
Enjoy sightseeing during a Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Visit the Mughal Gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi.
Conclude the first day of the tour at the Shankaracharya Temple.

Day 02

Drive to Gulmarg and Gondola Experience

Drive for two hours from Srinagar to Gulmarg.
Take a Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak for breathtaking views.
Enjoy activities like skiing in winter, snowboarding, or a leisurely walk.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Gulmarg.

Day 03

Journey to Pahalgam via Historic and Scenic Stops

Drive for four hours from Gulmarg to Pahalgam.
Visit the Awantipora Ruins and Saffron Fields en route.
Enjoy sightseeing at Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari.
Optional activities such as pony riding or seasonal river rafting are available.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Pahalgam.

Day 04

Return to Srinagar and Explore Cultural Landmarks

In the morning, enjoy some leisure time in Pahalgam.
Drive back to Srinagar and visit Hazratbal Shrine and Jamia Masjid.
Explore the local markets for souvenirs and Kashmiri handicrafts.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Srinagar.

Day 05

Departure from Srinagar

Enjoy some free time for a leisurely breakfast or last-minute shopping in the morning.
Transfer to the airport for departure.

Where this trip takes you

Dal Lake, Shalimar Bagh, Apharwat Peak, Betaab Valley

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

Three nights of hotel accommodation
One night of houseboat accommodation
Breakfast and dinner
Transportation for five days, including airport pick-up and drop-off
1-hour romantic Shikara ride on Dal Lake
Day trips for Srinagar sightseeing, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg
Local guide for the whole trip
Entrance fees to the Mughal Gardens
One bottle of mineral water per day for each person, with snacks

What's Not Included

Camera fee
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Gondola ride, and sledge rides
Travel insurance
Any airfare or train fare
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control, such as rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, and political disturbances
Tips, laundry, and phone calls
All personal expenses