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Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari

5 nights from Srinagar, including Dal Lake houseboat stay, Gulmarg and Pahalgam
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Srinagar · Gulmarg · Pahalgam · Srinagar
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Apr
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The journey

This six-day journey takes you across the classic highlights of Kashmir, starting and concluding in Srinagar. Experience a traditional shikara ride on Dal Lake alongside an overnight houseboat stay, explore the Mughal gardens of Nishat, Shalimar, and Chashme Shahi, and discover heritage at the ancient Awantipora ruins.

Your route travels into the Pir Panjal range to Gulmarg for the high-altitude gondola ride, onward to the pine meadows of Pahalgam, and concludes with an excursion up the Sindh River valley to Sonmarg and Thajiwas Glacier.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Dal Lake: glide on calm waters during a traditional evening shikara ride in Srinagar

02

Gulmarg: ascend the slopes on the renowned Gulmarg Gondola cable car

03

Awantipora Ruins: explore ancient temple heritage set amidst scenic Kashmiri countryside

04

Pahalgam: head towards scenic alpine corners including Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari

05

Sonmarg: journey alongside the Sindh River toward meadows and the Thajiwas Glacier

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
SrinagarSrinagar

Day 1 · Srinagar

Arrival in Srinagar and Dal Lake Shikara Ride

Meet your representative at Srinagar airport and transfer to your accommodation, checking into a Dal Lake houseboat or hotel. Later in the evening, set out onto the waters of Dal Lake for a classic shikara boat ride. Dinner is included at your stay. Overnight in Srinagar.

Meal notes

Dinner included

GulmargGulmarg

Day 2 · Gulmarg

Srinagar to Gulmarg via Tangmarg

After breakfast, transfer to Gulmarg passing through Tangmarg with views of countryside and seasonal apple orchards. Arrive in Gulmarg to board the Gulmarg Gondola, subject to ticket availability. You may also opt to visit Khilanmarg on a pony ride at personal expense or spend time at the Gulmarg golf course. Dinner is provided at the hotel. Overnight in Gulmarg.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

PahalgamPahalgam

Day 3 · Pahalgam

Gulmarg to Pahalgam via Awantipora

Have breakfast and transfer to Pahalgam. Along the route, make stops at the historic Awantipora Ruins and seasonal saffron fields. Upon arriving in Pahalgam, hire a local taxi at your own expense to explore scenic Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari. Dinner is included at your hotel. Overnight in Pahalgam.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 4 · Srinagar

Pahalgam to Srinagar & Mughal Gardens

Eat breakfast, check out, and transfer back to Srinagar to check into your hotel. In the afternoon, head out on a sightseeing tour of the city's celebrated Mughal Gardens, touring Chashme Shahi, Nishat Bagh, and Shalimar Bagh. Dinner is served at the hotel. Overnight in Srinagar.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 5 · Srinagar

Srinagar to Sonmarg Excursion and Return

After breakfast, depart on a full-day excursion to Sonmarg, driving through green valleys, rural settlements, and open meadows alongside the Sindh River. At Sonmarg, visit Thajiwas Glacier by renting a local taxi or hiring a pony at additional cost. Return to Srinagar by evening. Dinner is included at the hotel. Overnight in Srinagar.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 6 · Srinagar

Departure from Srinagar

Enjoy breakfast at your Srinagar hotel. Complete check-out procedures and transfer to Srinagar Airport for your return journey.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

This is your starting plan. Available flights, hotels and activity options are checked when you build your draft.

Find your kind of holiday

Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

India

Dal Lake Shikara ride

A tranquil traditional boat journey across the iconic waterways of Srinagar.

India

Gulmarg Gondola

One of the highest cable car rides in the world offering sweeping mountain panoramas.

India

Awantipora Ruins

Historic stone temple ruins dating back centuries along the Kashmir highway.

Thajiwas Glacier

India

Thajiwas Glacier

An alpine glacier viewpoint surrounded by rugged ridges, trails, and snowfields.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

What this sample holiday is built around. Your selected flights, stays and activities determine the final price and inclusions in the draft.

In this holiday plan

  • 1 night in a houseboat in Dal Lake and 4 nights in hotels: Gulmarg 1, Pahalgam 1, Srinagar 2, on a breakfast and dinner meal plan
  • All sightseeing and transfers by non-AC vehicle (Swift Dzire for 2-4 persons, Tavera for 6 persons)
  • 1 Shikara ride
  • Inner Line Permit
  • Toll, tax, and driver allowance
  • Well-experienced driver

Plan for these extras

  • −Trip to Aru, Chandanwari, and Betaab Valley
  • −Gondola and pony rides
  • −Tickets to all gardens and monuments
  • −Snow Jeep transfers from Tangmarg to Gulmarg to Tangmarg
  • −All optional items
  • −Any personal expense
  • −Extra adventure activities (unless stated)
  • −Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
  • −Extra costs if you change your plans

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goApr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
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, boat transfers, entry tickets and permits.

Local know-how
  • Local sightseeing in Pahalgam (Aru, Betaab Valley, Chandanwari) requires hiring union-regulated local taxis at personal cost.
  • Gulmarg Gondola tickets are subject to availability and should be booked well in advance.
  • Snow jeep transfers between Tangmarg and Gulmarg during winter snowfall are not included.
  • Garden and monument entrance tickets are excluded and paid directly at the gates.
When is the best time to visit Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar?

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb

How many days is Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari?

6 days and 5 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari 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 Shikara ride; Gulmarg Gondola; Awantipora Ruins; Thajiwas Glacier.

Who is Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari best suited to?

couples, families, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari cost?

From ₹37,300 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, hotel stays and transfers. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, boat transfers, entry tickets and permits.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

1 night in a houseboat in Dal Lake and 4 nights in hotels: Gulmarg 1, Pahalgam 1, Srinagar 2, on a breakfast and dinner meal plan; All sightseeing and transfers by non-AC vehicle (Swift Dzire for 2-4 persons, Tavera for 6 persons); 1 Shikara ride; Inner Line Permit; Toll, tax, and driver allowance; Well-experienced driver. 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 Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari?

Trip to Aru, Chandanwari, and Betaab Valley; Gondola and pony rides; Tickets to all gardens and monuments; Snow Jeep transfers from Tangmarg to Gulmarg to Tangmarg; All optional items; Any personal expense; Extra adventure activities (unless stated); Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

How do I book Dal Lake Houseboat, Awantipora and Chandanwari?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

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.

Starting price
₹37,300
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, hotel stays and transfers. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, boat transfers, entry tickets and permits.
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