Kashmir Tour Package - 6 Days 5 Nights
Overview
Experience the full Kashmir Valley circuit on this 6-day, 5-night tour covering Srinagar, Sonmarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Ride a shikara across Dal Lake, walk beside the Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg, take the Gondola through Gulmarg's meadows, and explore the pine valleys of Pahalgam, with a night aboard a traditional houseboat along the way.
The extra day adds Sonmarg's glacier scenery to the classic Gulmarg-Pahalgam circuit, ideal for travelers who want to see all four of Kashmir's signature destinations without feeling rushed.
Pick-up & Drop Location:
• Pickup Location: Srinagar Airport (SXR) or any hotel/houseboat in Srinagar
• Drop Location: Srinagar Airport (SXR) or any hotel/houseboat in Srinagar
• Suggested Pickup Time: On arrival flight/train schedule
Tour Guide Languages:
- English
- Hindi
What's Included & Excluded
What's Covered
Private live tour guide as per itineraryAll parking fees, tolls, fuel and taxes
Private, air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel/airport pickup & drop
Hotel accommodation as per itinerary (3-star / 4-star options available)
One night stay aboard a traditional Kashmiri houseboat on Dal Lake
Daily breakfast and dinner (MAP plan)
Shikara (traditional boat) ride on Dal Lake
Gulmarg Gondola cable car ride (Phase 1)
All sightseeing and inter-city transfers by private vehicle
What's Left Out
Tips and GratuitiesDrinks and personal expenses
Items not mentioned in the inclusions
Lunch (available en route at additional cost)
Gulmarg Gondola Phase 2 tickets (optional, payable directly)
Union/local taxi charges for sightseeing in Pahalgam and Sonmarg (payable directly)
Pony rides and other optional activities (payable directly)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar — Welcome to the Valley
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Arrival at Srinagar Airport (Pass By)
Warm welcome and private transfer to your houseboat or hotel on Dal Lake.
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Shikara Ride on Dal Lake – Sunset on the Water (Pass By)
Glide past floating gardens and houseboats on a traditional shikara as the sun sets over the lake.
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Overnight in Srinagar (Pass By)
Rest aboard a traditional Kashmiri houseboat or a lakeside hotel.
Day 2: Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar — Meadow of Gold
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Drive to Sonmarg (Pass By)
A scenic 2.5-3 hour drive along the Sindh River to the 'Meadow of Gold', at 2,800m.
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Thajiwas Glacier (Pass By)
Optional pony ride or short trek to the glacier, framed by snow-capped peaks year-round.
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Leisure Time by the Sindh River (Pass By)
Free time to enjoy the alpine scenery before the return drive.
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Return to Srinagar (Pass By)
Evening drive back to your houseboat or hotel.
Day 3: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar — Meadow of Flowers
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Drive to Gulmarg (Pass By)
A scenic 2-3 hour drive through pine forests to the 'Meadow of Flowers', at 2,650m.
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Gulmarg Gondola – Phase 1 (Pass By)
Ride the cable car up to Kongdoori for sweeping views of the Pir Panjal range.
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Leisure Time at Gulmarg Meadows (Pass By)
Free time to explore the meadows, with optional pony rides or Phase 2 gondola tickets available directly.
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Return to Srinagar (Pass By)
Evening drive back to your houseboat or hotel.
Day 4: Srinagar – Pahalgam — Valley of Shepherds
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Drive to Pahalgam (Pass By)
A scenic 3-4 hour drive along the Lidder River to the 'Valley of Shepherds'.
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Betaab Valley (Pass By)
Visit the lush green valley named after the Bollywood film shot here, framed by pine forests and the Lidder River.
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Aru Valley (Pass By)
A picturesque meadow village, gateway to several trekking routes in the region.
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Chandanwari (Pass By)
The starting point of the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, with snow bridges over the Lidder River even in early summer.
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Overnight in Pahalgam (Pass By)
Rest at a hotel surrounded by pine forests and mountain views.
Day 5: Pahalgam – Srinagar — Mughal Gardens
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Drive back to Srinagar (Pass By)
Morning transfer back to Srinagar.
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Nishat Bagh — Garden of Bliss (Pass By)
Stroll through terraced Mughal-era gardens overlooking Dal Lake and the Zabarwan mountains.
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Shalimar Bagh (Pass By)
Visit the royal Mughal garden built for Empress Nur Jahan, with fountains and chinar trees.
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Chashme Shahi (Pass By)
The smallest of the Mughal gardens, built around a natural spring said to have healing properties.
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Shankaracharya Temple — Hilltop Views (Pass By)
Climb to this ancient hilltop temple for panoramic views over Srinagar and Dal Lake.
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Overnight in Srinagar (Pass By)
Final night in Srinagar.
Day 6: Departure — Farewell to the Valley
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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.
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