Romance in the Valleys – Kashmir Special

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar – Houseboat Stay & Dal Lake Experience

• Meet our representative at Srinagar Airport.

• Transfer to your deluxe houseboat on Dal Lake. Welcome drink on arrival.

• After freshening up, head out for local sightseeing.

• Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in the evening, witnessing floating gardens and lake life.

Overnight: Houseboat in Srinagar
Hotspots: Dal Lake
Theme: Mountaineering / Nature

Day 2: Srinagar Sightseeing – Transfer to Pahalgam

• After breakfast, visit Srinagar’s famous Mughal gardens:

  • Nishat Bagh – The Garden of Delight

  • Shalimar Bagh – The Abode of Love

  • Cheshma Shahi – The Royal Spring

• En route to Pahalgam, pass by:

  • Saffron fields at Pampore

  • Apple orchards

  • Awantipora ruins – a historic temple site

• Arrive in Pahalgam and check into your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Pahalgam
Hotspots: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Garden, Cheshma Shahi
Theme: Mountaineering / Nature

Day 3: Pahalgam Local Sightseeing – Return to Srinagar

• Post breakfast, explore Pahalgam – the Valley of Shepherds.

• Visit (local transport required, at own cost):

  • Aru Valley

  • Betaab Valley

  • Baisaran (Mini Switzerland)

  • Pahalgam Golf Course

• Return to Srinagar in the evening.

Overnight: Hotel in Srinagar
Theme: Mountaineering / Scenic Beauty

Day 4: Excursion to Gulmarg – Return to Srinagar

• After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) (52 km / approx. 2 hrs).

• Optional activities (at own cost):

  • Gondola Ride up to Kongdoori/Khilanmarg

  • Sledge ride in the snow

• Return to Srinagar by evening.

Overnight: Hotel in Srinagar
Theme: Mountaineering / Adventure

Day 5: Excursion to Sonmarg – Return to Srinagar

• After breakfast, full-day trip to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold) at an altitude of 2740m.

• Explore beautiful meadows, pine forests, and glacier-fed rivers.

• Optional: Pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier (approx. 4 km).

• Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.

Overnight: Hotel or Houseboat in Srinagar
Theme: Mountaineering / Glacier Adventure

Day 6: Srinagar – Local Visits & Departure

• After breakfast, optional visits to:

  • Botanical Garden

  • Tulip Garden (seasonal, open March–April)

• Time for shopping at Srinagar’s local markets.

• Transfer to Srinagar Airport for onward journey.