5-Day Kashmir Sightseeing Tour with Dal Lake and Gulmarg Gondola
About This Tour
Explore the beauty of Kashmir on this 5-day sightseeing tour through Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Enjoy a serene Shikara ride on Dal Lake, visit the Mughal...
Duration: 5 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Cities: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam · Languages: English, Hindi
Know before you go: Follow local advisories and respect local customs and traditions.; Pre-book your accommodation and any activities to avoid last-minute hassle.; Enjoy your trip to the beautiful Kashmir Valley.
About Gulmarg
Gulmarg
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What's Included
- Three nights of hotel accommodation
- One night of houseboat accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner
- Transportation for five days, including airport pick-up and drop-off
- 1-hour romantic Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Day trips for Srinagar sightseeing, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg
- Local guide for the whole trip
- Entrance fees to the Mughal Gardens
- One bottle of mineral water per day for each person, with snacks
Not Included
- Camera fee
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Gondola ride, and sledge rides
- Travel insurance
- Any airfare or train fare
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control, such as rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, and political disturbances
- Tips, laundry, and phone calls
- All personal expenses
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Srinagar and Dal Lake Sightseeing
Land at Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar. Check into a houseboat or hotel on Dal Lake. Enjoy sightseeing during a Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Visit the Mughal Gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Conclude the first day of the tour at the Shankaracharya Temple.
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2Day 02
Drive to Gulmarg and Gondola Experience
Drive for two hours from Srinagar to Gulmarg. Take a Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak for breathtaking views. Enjoy activities like skiing in winter, snowboarding, or a leisurely walk. Overnight stay at a hotel in Gulmarg.
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3Day 03
Journey to Pahalgam via Historic and Scenic Stops
Drive for four hours from Gulmarg to Pahalgam. Visit the Awantipora Ruins and Saffron Fields en route. Enjoy sightseeing at Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari. Optional activities such as pony riding or seasonal river rafting are available. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pahalgam.
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4Day 04
Return to Srinagar and Explore Cultural Landmarks
In the morning, enjoy some leisure time in Pahalgam. Drive back to Srinagar and visit Hazratbal Shrine and Jamia Masjid. Explore the local markets for souvenirs and Kashmiri handicrafts. Overnight stay at a hotel in Srinagar.
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5Day 05
Departure from Srinagar
Enjoy some free time for a leisurely breakfast or last-minute shopping in the morning. Transfer to the airport for departure.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Airport (IG) Road, Shergarhi, Batmaloo, Srinagar · Tour start: Srinagar — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
