Overview
Srinagar Details:
Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is famously known as the "Venice of the East." Nestled at 1,585 meters above sea level, it's built around the pristine Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Arrival at Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar
Meet & greet by tour representative
Transfer to heated hotel / traditional houseboat
Welcome drink with hot Kashmiri Kahwa
Early check-in (subject to availability)
Freshen up & breakfast
Afternoon (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Mughal Gardens – Winter Charm
Nishat Bagh
Snow-covered terraced Mughal garden
Views of Dal Lake and Zabarwan Mountains
Chinar trees standing dramatically bare and proud
Shalimar Bagh
Built by Emperor Jahangir
Persian-style architecture dusted with snow
Calm, crowd-free winter experience
Chashme Shahi
Natural spring flowing even in winter
Refreshing cold air and panoramic views
Evening (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Dal Lake Winter Experience
Shikara ride on Dal Lake (included)
Floating gardens in winter silence
Snow-topped houseboats
Sunset reflections on icy waters
Night
Dinner at hotel / houseboat
Overnight stay in Srinagar
Distance: 50 km | Travel Time: 2 hours
Morning (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
Breakfast at hotel
Drive to Gulmarg, Kashmir’s snow capital
Snow-covered pine forests en route
Afternoon (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Gulmarg Winter Activities
Gulmarg Meadows
Thick snow blanket across open meadows
Surrounded by fir and pine forests
Gondola Cable Car Ride (Optional)
Phase 1: Gulmarg → Kongdoori
Phase 2: Kongdoori → Apharwat Peak
Panoramic Himalayan snow views
Snow Activities
Snow sledging
Skiing & snowboarding (optional)
Snowman building and snow play
Winter photography
Evening (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Hot tea & snacks
Return to Srinagar
Night
Dinner
Overnight stay in Srinagar
Distance: 90 km | Travel Time: 3–4 hours
Morning (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Breakfast
Drive to Pahalgam
En-route stops:
Pampore saffron fields (winter view)
Awantipora ruins (photo stop)
Afternoon (12:30 PM – 4:30 PM)
Pahalgam Winter Sightseeing
Lidder River
Partially frozen river
Snow-covered riverbanks
Betaab Valley
White winter landscapes
Famous movie location
Aru Valley (subject to road conditions)
Deep snow scenery
Pine forests and frozen meadows
Evening (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Tea & leisure walk
Return to Srinagar
Night
Dinner
Overnight stay in Srinagar
Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Breakfast
Visit Shankaracharya Temple
Panoramic winter views of Srinagar
Dal Lake & snow-covered cityscape
Afternoon (12:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
Hazratbal Shrine
White marble mosque by Dal Lake
Calm winter atmosphere
Scenic lakeside setting
Evening (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Shopping & City Walk
Lal Chowk Market
Polo View Market
Buy:
Pashmina & woolen shawls
Kashmiri saffron
Dry fruits
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Night
Dinner
Overnight stay in Srinagar
Distance: 80 km | Travel Time: 3 hours
Morning (7:30 AM – 11:00 AM)
Breakfast
Drive to Sonmarg
Sindh Valley winter views
Afternoon (11:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Sonmarg Winter Exploration
Sonmarg Meadows
Vast snowfields
Surrounded by glaciers
Thajiwas Glacier (if accessible)
Pony ride (optional)
Snow slides and ice formations
Frozen streams and photo spots
Evening (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Return to Srinagar
Evening tea and rest
Night
Farewell dinner
Overnight stay in Srinagar
Morning (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
Breakfast
Check-out from hotel
Optional Sightseeing (Time Permitting)
Pari Mahal
Snow-dusted terraced gardens
Panoramic city views
Departure
Transfer to Srinagar Airport
Drop 2–3 hours before flight
Tour ends with winter memories and full phone storage