Tour Overview
A Kashmir trip offers a heavenly blend of natural beauty, serenity, and cultural charm, beginning in Srinagar with a tranquil Shikara ride on the iconic Dal Lake, surrounded by floating gardens and misty mountains. A visit to the sacred Shankaracharya Temple adds a spiritual touch, while the Mughal Gardens captivate you with their elegant terraces, fountains, and vibrant blossoms. The Hop On Hop Off bus service makes Srinagar sightseeing easy and scenic. In Gulmarg, the sprawling valley welcomes you with lush meadows and majestic peaks, and the world-famous Gondola Ride—covering Phase 1 and 2—treats you to breathtaking aerial views of snow-clad mountains. En route, the saffron fields and apple orchards add a refreshing glimpse of Kashmir’s agricultural heritage. In Pahalgam, the charm deepens with the picturesque Betaab Valley, the peaceful Aru Valley, and the scenic Chandan Valley, each offering pristine landscapes, lush greenery, and calm rivers that complete this unforgettable Himalayan escape.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Srinagar
Arrival in Srinagar & Shikara Ride
Arrive in Srinagar and check in to your Houseboat/Hotel.
Later enjoy:
Shikara Ride on Dal Lake (iconic experience)
View floating gardens, local markets & traditional Kashmiri lifestyle
Evening free for leisure or shopping at Boulevard Road.
Day 2 – Gulmarg Valley, Gondola ride
Gulmarg Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed to Gulmarg. Visit Gulmarg Valley, enjoy the Gulmarg Gondola (Phase 1), and explore Apple Gardens.
Day 3 – Pahalgam
Pahalgam valley tour
After breakfast, travel to Pahalgam, famous for scenic beauty and film shooting locations. Visit: Betaab Valley Aru Valley Chandanwari Valley (Amarnath Yatra starting point) Optional: Horse riding / River rafting (seasonal). Return to Srinagar or stay in Pahalgam depending on package preference. **Overnight stay in Pahalgam or Srinagar (as per travel plan)
Day 4 – Srinagar
Srinagar sightseeing
Arrive at Srinagar, transfer to hotel. Visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, explore Dal Lake area, and free time for shopping.
Day 5 – Srinagar
Departure
After breakfast, check out and visit Shankaracharya Temple. Proceed to airport and board to Chennai, arriving by night
**4 N / 5 D**
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