Hidden Gems of Kashmir Tour Package – 6 Nights / 7 Days

Kashmir Offbeat 6 nights / 7 days Srinagar Doodhpathri Gurez Valley Daksum

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About this trip

Go beyond the usual circuit on this 6 nights 7 days journey through the less-explored valleys of Kashmir. Visit Gurez Valley, the meadows of Doodhpathri and Daksum Valley, with sightseeing in Srinagar. It suits travellers who want scenic, quieter landscapes and a deeper look at Kashmiri culture.

Duration: 6 nights / 7 days
Route: Srinagar · Doodhpathri · Gurez Valley · Daksum
Best for: Offbeat
Highlights: Less-explored valleys

Day-by-day itinerary

An editorial outline. Your final itinerary is agreed in writing before booking.

Day 1 Arrival in Srinagar – Local Sightseeing

Route: Srinagar Airport – Mughal Gardens – Dal Lake – Srinagar Hotel
On arrival at Srinagar Airport, meet our representative and proceed for local sightseeing, depending on your flight arrival time.
Visit the beautiful Mughal Gardens, including Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi.
Enjoy the scenic surroundings of Dal Lake and take a relaxing Shikara ride.
Explore the local markets, famous for Kashmiri handicrafts, dry fruits and traditional souvenirs.
Later, transfer to your hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 2 Srinagar – Gurez Valley

Route: Srinagar – Bandipora – Razdan Pass – Dawar (Gurez Valley)
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards the beautiful Gurez Valley.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Bandipora, passing through picturesque villages and mountain landscapes.
Cross the spectacular Razdan Pass, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges.
Continue towards Gurez Valley, one of Kashmir's most beautiful and less-explored destinations.
On arrival, explore the peaceful surroundings of Dawar, the main settlement of Gurez.
Enjoy views of the magnificent Habba Khatoon Peak and the Kishanganga River.
Spend the evening enjoying the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere of the valley.
Dinner and overnight stay in Gurez Valley.

Day 3 Gurez Valley – Srinagar

Route: Dawar – Razdan Pass – Bandipora – Srinagar
After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time in the beautiful surroundings of Gurez Valley.
Take photographs of the scenic mountain landscapes, traditional villages and river views.
Begin your return journey towards Srinagar via Razdan Pass and Bandipora.
Enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery along the way, with suitable stops for photographs and refreshments.
On arrival in Srinagar, check in to the hotel.
Evening free for leisure and personal activities.
Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 4 Srinagar – Doodhpathri Excursion – Srinagar

Route: Srinagar – Budgam – Khansahib – Doodhpathri – Srinagar
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Doodhpathri, one of Kashmir's beautiful offbeat destinations.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the countryside, traditional villages and green landscapes.
On reaching Doodhpathri, admire the vast green meadows surrounded by pine-covered hills.
Enjoy the beautiful views of the Shaliganga River flowing through the valley.
Spend time exploring the meadows, enjoying nature walks and capturing photographs.
Relax in the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
Later, drive back to Srinagar.
Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 5 Srinagar – Daksum Valley

Route: Srinagar – Anantnag – Kokernag – Daksum
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Daksum, a beautiful offbeat destination in South Kashmir.
Enjoy the scenic drive through Anantnag and Kokernag, surrounded by lush greenery and mountain landscapes.
En route, you may visit Kokernag Garden, famous for its natural springs and beautiful landscaped surroundings, subject to time.
Continue towards Daksum, a peaceful valley known for its dense forests, flowing streams and scenic mountain views.
On arrival, explore the beautiful surroundings and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.
Spend the evening at leisure, surrounded by nature.
Dinner and overnight stay in Daksum.

Day 6 Daksum – Srinagar

Route: Daksum – Kokernag – Anantnag – Srinagar
Wake up to the peaceful surroundings of Daksum and enjoy breakfast.
Spend some time exploring the forest landscapes, mountain streams and natural beauty of the area.
You may enjoy short nature walks and photography around the valley, depending on local conditions.
Later, check out and proceed towards Srinagar via Kokernag and Anantnag.
On arrival, check in to the hotel.
Evening free for shopping, leisure or exploring nearby areas.
Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 7 Srinagar – Airport Drop

Route: Srinagar Hotel – Srinagar Airport
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Transfer to Srinagar Airport as per your flight schedule.
Depart with beautiful memories of your offbeat Kashmir holiday.

What's included, and what isn't

What's included

Breakfast and dinner
1-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
Hotel accommodation
Tour vehicle
Driver’s allowance, fuel charges, toll and parking charges
Welcome drink on arrival
Airport pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Airfare is not included in the tour package.
The Gulmarg Gondola ride is not included in the package. Please book gondola tickets separately.
Air-conditioning charges for the cab are not included.
Any services not mentioned in the inclusions are not covered.
Personal expenses such as telephone, internet and laundry are not included.
Additional trips to Chandanwari, Aru Valley and Betaab Valley in Pahalgam are not included.
Any costs arising from natural calamities such as landslides or roadblocks must be paid directly by the guests on the spot.
Any increase in taxes or fuel prices before departure that raises surface transportation or land arrangement costs is not covered.
Snow-chain vehicle arrangements during heavy snowfall (Tangmarg to Gulmarg, 12 km; Gagangir to Sonamarg) are not included.
Portage at airports and hotels, tips, room service, insurance, alcohol, boating charges, guide and entrance fees, porters, palanquins and ponies are not covered.

Where you stay

Popular stays along this route

Fortune Resort Heevan, Srinagar Srinagar
Four Points by Sheraton Srinagar Srinagar
Golden Tulip Srinagar Srinagar
Hi Speed Resort Doodhpathri Doodhpathri, Budgam
Hotel Kaka Palace Dawar, Gurez Valley
Radisson Collection Hotel & Spa, Riverfront Srinagar Srinagar

Examples of properties in these destinations. Final hotels are confirmed before booking.

Good to know

Payment, travel notes and cancellation (13)

To use a mobile phone in J&K, you need a postpaid connection, as prepaid SIM cards do not work there for security reasons.
Popular attractions in Gulmarg and Pahalgam are within walking distance, so visitors are not obliged to take ponies. Visitors who wish to can still enjoy pony rides, sledding, rafting and similar activities, with prices negotiated locally.
Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari in Pahalgam can only be reached by local taxi union vehicles. Outside vehicles are not allowed, and additional entry fees may apply.
For authentic Kashmiri Wazwan, Ahdoos at Lal Chowk, Srinagar, and Golden Chinar at Dal Lake are recommended. For vegetarian food in Srinagar, Krishna Dhaba is a popular choice.
The itinerary includes one destination per day.
If the tour price does not fit your budget or you need to change the itinerary, please tell your Travel Arc agent directly.
An advance payment of 30% of the total booking amount is required to confirm the reservation.
The remaining 70% must be paid before the tour is half completed, or by the third day of the tour, whichever is earlier, unless another arrangement has been agreed in writing.
All sightseeing and transportation services are subject to road access, local regulations, weather conditions and government permissions.
Any services not specifically mentioned in the confirmed package quotation will be treated as additional services.
No refund will be provided for services that are booked but not utilized or missed by the customer, irrespective of the reason, unless otherwise required by applicable law or agreed in writing.
For bookings involving 4-star and 5-star hotels, cancellation charges and refund eligibility will be governed by the respective hotel’s cancellation policy.
Customers should contact Travel Arc to confirm the exact cancellation charge for their booking.

Read the refund and cancellation policy before confirming.

What guests say about Travel Arc

Guest feedback shared with Travel Arc. Reviews describe the guest's own trip and may not match this exact itinerary. Read more guest reviews .

Sushant Sheoran Google Maps customer review

“I would definitely recommend Travel Arc. My trip was comfortable, and everything was smooth and well coordinated. Mr Momin in particular was most considerate. He planned our trip to suit us and even added a few offbeat places to our itinerary. A huge thank you to the whole team.”
Nikhil Gupta Google Maps customer review

“Great service, with strong local networks and connections, and a very humble staff. Mr Manzoor and Mr Momin are great hosts, with a welcoming smile, and they share a lot of insight into Kashmiri culture and places. Highly recommended, as they offer handcrafted packages with good hotels.”
Anil Silmula Google Maps customer review

“The trip to Kashmir was memorable, and it was completed with ease. This was only possible with the help of our tour driver, Mr Jahangir Shah. He was very informative and helpful, and he made sure we stayed safe and secure. With his guidance we could enjoy our trip, and we recommend that Mr Jahangir be given first priority so that trips stay safe and comfortable. Thank you, Jahangir bhai.”

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