What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

5 nights accommodation on sharing basis with breakfast and dinner: Srinagar houseboat 1, Gulmarg hotel 1, Pahalgam hotel 1, Srinagar hotel 2; Transportation in Tempo Traveler for local sightseeing; Local cab for visiting Aru, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwadi; Trip Captain present throughout the tour; Entry tickets for gardens; 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake; First phase Gondola ride ticket in Gulmarg; All inner line and local permits. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg?

Airport pick and drop; Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM; Adventure activities such as skiing, snowmobile, sledging, ATV rides, and horse riding; Any cab required for personal travel or shopping not included in the itinerary; Personal expenses and any lunches or meals not specified in inclusions; Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing not explicitly mentioned as included; Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

Do I need a visa for Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

How do I book Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg?

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Srinagar & Gulmarg 5-Night Holiday Package from ₹37,300

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The journey

Explore the Kashmir valley on a six-day journey starting and finishing in Srinagar. Begin with an overnight stay on a traditional Dal Lake houseboat, explore the terraced Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, and ride a shikara across quiet waters. Head to the alpine meadows of Gulmarg to board the first-phase gondola toward Kongdoori Peak before travelling south through saffron and heritage corridors to Pahalgam.

In Lidder Valley, switch to local vehicles to visit the meadows of Aru, the broad plains of Betaab Valley, and Chandanwadi, the starting point for the annual Amarnath pilgrimage. A day trip brings you to the golden riverside pastures of Sonmarg with views of Thajiwas Glacier, before returning to Srinagar for your onward flight.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

Dal Lake: Relax on an evening shikara ride along Srinagar's famous waterfront

Nishat Bagh: Walk the historic terraces framed by the Pir Panjal mountain range

Gulmarg Gondola: Ride the first-phase cable car towards alpine slopes at Kongdoori

Aru Valley: Experience scenic meadows and quiet riverside paths in Lidder Valley

Betaab Valley: Take in vast mountain views between Pir Panjal and Zanskar ranges

Sonmarg: Admire expansive meadows, coniferous forests, and views toward Thajiwas Glacier

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft

Day 1 · Srinagar

Arrival in Srinagar, Mughal Gardens and Shikara Ride

Meet your group in Srinagar in the morning, gather for an introduction with your trip captain, and check into your houseboat on Dal Lake. In the afternoon, head out on a sightseeing tour of the historic Mughal Gardens, visiting Nishat Bagh on the lake's eastern bank and Shalimar Bagh, known as the Abode of Love. In the evening, step aboard a traditional shikara for a one-hour cruise across the tranquil waters of Dal Lake. Return to your houseboat for dinner and your overnight stay.

Meal notes

Dinner included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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Dal Lake

Board a shikara for an evening cruise past floating gardens and houseboats

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Kongdoori Peak via Gulmarg Gondola

Ascend high into the alpine zone on one of the world's highest cable cars

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Betaab Valley

Take in sweeping views where Lidder meadows sit between Pir Panjal and Zanskar

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Thajiwas Glacier

Look out over snow-fed glacial slopes rising right above the Sonmarg valley

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In this holiday plan

5 nights accommodation on sharing basis with breakfast and dinner: Srinagar houseboat 1, Gulmarg hotel 1, Pahalgam hotel 1, Srinagar hotel 2
Transportation in Tempo Traveler for local sightseeing
Local cab for visiting Aru, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwadi
Trip Captain present throughout the tour
Entry tickets for gardens
1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake
First phase Gondola ride ticket in Gulmarg
All inner line and local permits
First aid kit support
Driver allowance, toll taxes, and parking charges

Plan for these extras

Airport pick and drop
Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM
Adventure activities such as skiing, snowmobile, sledging, ATV rides, and horse riding
Any cab required for personal travel or shopping not included in the itinerary
Personal expenses and any lunches or meals not specified in inclusions
Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing not explicitly mentioned as included
Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions

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Good to know

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When to goMay, Jun, Jul, Aug

Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)

Your starting price₹37,300

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, hotel stays and transfers. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits and more.

Local know-how

Reach Srinagar Airport before 10:00 AM on Day 1; the meeting point is the Dal Lake houseboat
Standard hotel check-in is at 1:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM
Gulmarg Gondola tickets are subject to availability at the time of booking
Local union cabs are used for sightseeing in Aru, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwadi
If Sonmarg is inaccessible due to weather conditions, the itinerary reroutes to Doodhpathri
Consult your trip coordinator before scheduling your departure flight from Srinagar on Day 6

When is the best time to visit Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar?

May, Jun, Jul, Aug

How many days is Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg?

6 days and 5 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg cover?

Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar?

Dal Lake; Kongdoori Peak via Gulmarg Gondola; Betaab Valley; Thajiwas Glacier.

Who is Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg best suited to?

couples, friends, groups, solo

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

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