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Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour

4 nights from Srinagar, with Dal Lake houseboat stay, Mughal Gardens and Gulmarg
Duration
4 nights
Destination
Srinagar · Pahalgam · Gulmarg · Srinagar
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The journey

Explore the valleys and lakes of Kashmir on a 5-day route starting and ending in Srinagar. Settle into a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake, walk through the historic terraced lawns of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, and take a peaceful evening shikara cruise across the water.

Travel along pine-fringed roads to the riverside setting of Pahalgam, stopping en route at apple orchards and the ninth-century Avantipura temple ruins. Continue to Gulmarg for alpine meadows and views from the Gulmarg Gondola cable car before returning to Srinagar to shop for handicrafts and spices.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Dal Lake: tranquil shikara boat ride past floating markets and mountain reflections

02

Mughal Gardens: historic Persian-style terraced lawns and cascading fountains at Nishat and Shalimar

03

Avantipura ruins: ancient ninth-century stone temples constructed by King Avantivarman en route to Pahalgam

04

Gulmarg meadows: alpine walking trails with optional cable car rides up snow-capped peaks

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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5 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
SrinagarSrinagar

Day 1 · Srinagar

Arrival in Srinagar and Mughal Gardens

Meet upon arrival at Srinagar Airport and transfer to your houseboat on Dal Lake for check-in. In the afternoon, visit the terraced Mughal Gardens of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, taking in their cascading fountains and Persian design. Later, embark on an evening shikara ride across Dal Lake to observe floating markets and waterfront life. Dinner is included, and you spend the night in Srinagar.

Meal notes

Dinner included

PahalgamPahalgam

Day 2 · Pahalgam

Drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam

Have breakfast and check out from your accommodation to begin the road journey to Pahalgam. Break your journey to walk through rural apple orchards and explore the historic ninth-century stone temple complex at Avantipura. Arrive in Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds, surrounded by forests, riverside tracks, and mountain ridges. Settle in for dinner and an overnight stay in Pahalgam.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

GulmargGulmarg

Day 3 · Gulmarg

Drive from Pahalgam to Gulmarg

Eat breakfast, check out from Pahalgam, and drive along pine-lined roads up to the alpine hill station of Gulmarg. Check in to your hotel and head out to wander across the wide green meadows. You have the option to take the Gulmarg Gondola cable car up towards the snow-covered peaks for wide mountain views. Dinner is provided at your accommodation, where you stay overnight.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 4 · Srinagar

Gulmarg to Srinagar and Local Markets

Start the morning with a Gondola ride up Phase 1 or Phase 2 if not completed yesterday. Check out and take the transfer back to Srinagar. In the evening, explore the bustling bazaars of Srinagar at your own pace to browse for Kashmiri handicrafts, Pashmina shawls, saffron, and dry fruits. Finish the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Srinagar.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 5 · Srinagar

Departure from Srinagar

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Srinagar. Check out of your accommodation and transfer to Srinagar Airport for your return flight, bringing the tour to an end.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 5

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Places worth exploring

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Dal Lake

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Dal Lake

Peaceful one-hour shikara cruise taking in floating markets, traditional wooden houseboats, and mountain scenery.

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Mughal Gardens

Historic Persian terraced garden designs with flowing water cascades overlooking Dal Lake.

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Avantipura ruins

Carved stone structural remnants of ninth-century Hindu temples built during King Avantivarman's reign.

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Gulmarg Gondola

High-altitude passenger cable car taking visitors to mountain ridges for sweeping Himalayan views.

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

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In this holiday plan

  • 4 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels and houseboats (1 night Srinagar houseboat, 1 night Pahalgam, 1 night Gulmarg, 1 night Srinagar hotel) on a daily breakfast and dinner plan
  • Private vehicle (Sedan, Innova, or Tempo Traveller according to group size) for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off as per the itinerary
  • Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
  • 1-hour complimentary Shikara ride on Dal Lake
  • Toll tax, parking charges, driver allowance, and fuel

Plan for these extras

  • −Union cabs for Aru, Chandanwari, and Betab Valley in Pahalgam
  • −Gondola ride in Gulmarg
  • −Pony rides, sledging, rafting, or any other adventure activities
  • −Entrance fees at gardens, monuments, and attractions
  • −Lunch and any beverages not mentioned in the inclusions
  • −Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, telephone calls, etc.
  • −Travel insurance
  • −Any other services not mentioned under inclusions

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Good to know

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Your starting price₹26,100

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, activities, other listed services.

Local know-how
  • Sightseeing in Pahalgam valleys such as Aru, Betab, and Chandanwari requires local union taxis booked directly.
  • Gondola cable car tickets in Gulmarg are not included and should be booked online in advance to avoid long queues.
  • Monument and Mughal garden entry tickets are paid on the spot by guests.
When is the best time to visit Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour?

5 days and 4 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour cover?

Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, 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, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar?

Dal Lake; Mughal Gardens; Avantipura ruins; Gulmarg Gondola.

Who is Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour best suited to?

families, couples, friends

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 Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour cost?

From ₹26,100 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, activities, other listed services.. 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 4-night itinerary?

4 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels and houseboats (1 night Srinagar houseboat, 1 night Pahalgam, 1 night Gulmarg, 1 night Srinagar hotel) on a daily breakfast and dinner plan; Private vehicle (Sedan, Innova, or Tempo Traveller according to group size) for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary; Airport pick-up and drop-off as per the itinerary; Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary; 1-hour complimentary Shikara ride on Dal Lake; Toll tax, parking charges, driver allowance, and fuel. 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 Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour?

Union cabs for Aru, Chandanwari, and Betab Valley in Pahalgam; Gondola ride in Gulmarg; Pony rides, sledging, rafting, or any other adventure activities; Entrance fees at gardens, monuments, and attractions; Lunch and any beverages not mentioned in the inclusions; Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, telephone calls, etc.; Travel insurance; Any other services not mentioned under inclusions.

How do I book Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg Tour?

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Do I need a visa for Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, 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
₹26,100
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, activities, other listed services.
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