Day 2: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar — Meadow of Flowers

• Drive to Gulmarg Pass By

  A scenic 2-3 hour drive through pine forests to the 'Meadow of Flowers', at 2,650m.

• Gulmarg Gondola – Phase 1 Pass By

  Ride the cable car up to Kongdoori for sweeping views of the Pir Panjal range.

• Leisure Time at Gulmarg Meadows Pass By

  Free time to explore the meadows, with optional pony rides or Phase 2 gondola tickets available directly.

• Return to Srinagar Pass By

  Evening drive back to your houseboat or hotel.

Day 3: Srinagar – Pahalgam — Valley of Shepherds

• Drive to Pahalgam Pass By

  A scenic 3-4 hour drive along the Lidder River to the 'Valley of Shepherds'.

• Betaab Valley Pass By

  Visit the lush green valley named after the Bollywood film shot here, framed by pine forests and the Lidder River.

• Aru Valley Pass By

  A picturesque meadow village, gateway to several trekking routes in the region.

• Overnight in Pahalgam Pass By

  Rest at a hotel surrounded by pine forests and mountain views.

Day 4: Pahalgam – Srinagar — Mughal Gardens

• Drive back to Srinagar Pass By

  Morning transfer back to Srinagar.

• Nishat Bagh — Garden of Bliss Pass By

  Stroll through terraced Mughal-era gardens overlooking Dal Lake and the Zabarwan mountains.

• Shalimar Bagh Pass By

  Visit the royal Mughal garden built for Empress Nur Jahan, with fountains and chinar trees.

• Chashme Shahi Pass By

  The smallest of the Mughal gardens, built around a natural spring said to have healing properties.

• Shankaracharya Temple — Hilltop Views Pass By

  Climb to this ancient hilltop temple for panoramic views over Srinagar and Dal Lake.

• Overnight in Srinagar Pass By

  Final night in Srinagar.

Day 5: Departure — Farewell to the Valley

• Transfer to Srinagar Airport Pass By

  Private transfer to the airport in time for your onward flight, with memories of the Valley to take home.