Things to do in Kashmir / Itinerary :
5N Srinagar or 3N Srinagar+1N Pahalgam+1NGulmarg
Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar
Arrive at Srinagar Airport
Day at leisure or you may explore Pari Mahal and Insta worthy beautiful local cafes on your own
O/N in Srinagar
Day 2: Day excursion to Yusmarg
* Optional day tour to Gurez Valley
Day 3: Gulmarg
Drive to Gulmarg
Day 4: Drive to Pahalgam / Sonamarg
Day 5: Srinagar sightseeing
Visit the gardens and chat with the garden workers
Go to the Chamong tea factory and witness live tea processing through all the stages including the final packaging
Participate in a tea tasting session
After lunch, drive to Darjeeling and Check in to your hotel
O/N in Srinagar houseboat
Day 6: Srinagar hotel – Airport
PACKAGE COST
* All packages are customizable. Any changes can be done as per the interest of the traveler before the payment of the tour.
* Cost may vary as per the hotels of any choice
* Below costs are approx costs of the package.
Flights: approx 15k per person (connecting flights)
Package Cost (without flights) :
Budget Package: INR 60,000 for 02 pax with 3 star hotels
Luxury Package: INR 80,000 for 02 pax with 4 star hotels
Inclusions: Airport transfers, accommodation with breakfast, sightseeing in a private car, Ferry tickets
Exclusions: Optional activities are paid activities, Domestic/ International flights, any Visa fees, expenses of personal nature, Tips for Guide, Entrance fee or tickets
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IMPORTANT INFO
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Kashmir has reopened 14 tourist spots in Feb 2026, offering new and secured options, including the scenic Yousmarg, offbeat Doodhpathri, and tranquil Wullar Lake. Other spots for travelers include the popular Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Thajwas Glacier, Devi Pindi, and Mughal Maidan.
Newly Reopened & Emerging Destinations
Devi Pindi: Known for its trekking trails and scenic beauty
Yousmarg (Budgam): A serene, less-crowded meadow perfect for nature lovers, often described as a hidden gem.
Doodhpathri (Budgam): Known as the “Valley of Milk,” this destination features beautiful alpine meadows and a river. It is an emerging, scenic destination with wide meadows, often less crowded than others.
Wullar Lake: One of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia, offering boating and birdwatching.
Baisaran Valley: Often called “Mini Switzerland,” this spot near Pahalgam offers spectacular views.
Mughal Maidan: A scenic, quiet destination in the Jammu region.
Top “Most Beautiful” Places in Kashmir:
- Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers): Famous for the world-highest Gondola ride (Apharwat Peak), skiing, and vast, snow-capped white hills in winter, green in summer. Choose Gulmarg for winter,
- Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds): Known for lush green forests, the Lidder River, and breathtaking, scenic beauty often used for Bollywood films (Betaab Valley). Pahalgam is better for a relaxing, scenic getaway, featuring lush green valleys, riverside, and a calmer atmosphere. Choose pahalgam for spring/summer.
- Srinagar: The heart of Kashmir, featuring Dal Lake’s Shikara rides, the colorful Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, and historic Mughal gardens like Nishat and Shalimar.
- Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold): Offers dramatic landscapes with glaciers (Thajiwas), fast-flowing rivers, and trekking base camps.
Famous Things to Buy & Experience in Kashmir:
- Handicrafts: Pashmina shawls, hand-knotted silk carpets, walnut wood carvings, and delicate papier-mâché products.
- Unique Items: Pheran (traditional cloak), Samovar (copper kettle), and Kangri (earthen fire pot).
- Local Produce: High-quality Kashmiri saffron (from Pampore), walnuts, almonds, and saffron-infused Kahwa tea.
- Experiences: Staying in a Dal Lake houseboat, Shikara rides, and skiing in Gulmarg, leather factory visit
- Natural Beauty: Scenic spots like Dal Lake, Nigeen Lake, and the valleys of Gulmarg and Sonamarg.

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