Exotic Kashmir 4N 5D

Explore the scenic beauty of Kashmir with this 4 nights 5 days itinerary covering Srinagar, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Experience pristine alpine valleys, glacier viewpoints, a romantic houseboat stay on Dal Lake, and a complimentary Shikara cruise.

Sonamarg

Gulmarg

Pahalgam

Srinagar

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Kashmir 4 nights / 5 days Scenic

Places along the way

Gulmarg Pahalgam Sonamarg Srinagar

Sample itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar & Local Sightseeing

Meet our representative upon arrival at Srinagar Airport. Transfer to your hotel, freshen up, and relax. Later, visit the famous Mughal Gardens — Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi — situated along the banks of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan range in the background. In the evening, enjoy a complimentary 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 2: Srinagar to Sonamarg Excursion

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Sonamarg (Meadow of Gold) in the scenic Sindh Valley. Surrounded by snow-draped mountains and alpine meadows, Sonamarg is the gateway to pristine Himalayan trails. Explore the valley or take an optional pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier. Return to Srinagar in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Srinagar to Pahalgam Day Trip

After breakfast, drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds). En route, pass the blooming saffron fields of Pampore and the historic Awantipura ruins. Follow the Lidder River and take in the pine-forested countryside. Optionally explore Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, or Baisaran meadow. Return to Srinagar in the evening for dinner and overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 4: Srinagar to Gulmarg Excursion & Houseboat Stay

After breakfast, depart for Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers). Explore Gulmarg's high-altitude meadows and take the world-famous Gulmarg Gondola cable car towards Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak. In the evening, transfer to Srinagar and check in to a traditional cedarwood houseboat on Dal Lake for a serene dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Departure from Srinagar Airport

Enjoy breakfast overlooking Dal Lake from your houseboat deck before transferring to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.

Trip conditions

Gulmarg Gondola tickets are strictly subject to availability; advance booking on the official J&K Cable Car portal is strongly advised.
Pony rides and internal sightseeing transport in Pahalgam (Aru, Betaab, Chandanwari) or Sonamarg (Zero Point) operate under local union guidelines and are billed separately.
Prepaid mobile SIM cards issued outside Jammu & Kashmir do not work in the valley; a postpaid SIM or local connection is required.