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Incredible Kashmir Tour Package – 8 Nights / 9 Days

About this trip

Take your time over Kashmir on this 8 nights 9 days journey. Enjoy day excursions to Doodhpathri and Yusmarg, overnight stays in Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg, and a houseboat stay on Dal Lake.

Duration
8 nights / 9 days
Route
Srinagar · Gulmarg · Pahalgam · Sonamarg · Doodhpathri · Yusmarg
Best for
Family
Highlights
Valleys and local sightseeing

Day-by-day itinerary

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

Day 1 Arrival in Srinagar – Local Sightseeing
  • Travel Route: Srinagar Airport → Srinagar Hotel → Mughal Gardens
  • Arrive at Srinagar Airport.
  • Meet and greet by our representative.
  • Transfer to the hotel and complete check-in formalities.
  • Visit the famous Mughal Gardens:
    • Nishat Bagh
    • Shalimar Bagh
    • Chashme Shahi
  • Enjoy beautiful views of Dal Lake.
  • Explore the local surroundings.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Srinagar Hotel.
Day 2 Srinagar – Doodhpathri Day Excursion – Srinagar
  • Travel Route: Srinagar → Budgam → Doodhpathri → Srinagar
  • After breakfast, proceed towards Doodhpathri, famously known as the Valley of Milk.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through beautiful villages, pine forests and green landscapes.
  • Explore the breathtaking meadows of Doodhpathri.
  • Visit the beautiful banks of the Shaliganga River.
  • Enjoy panoramic mountain views and photography.
  • Spend leisure time amidst the beautiful natural surroundings.
  • Return to Srinagar in the evening.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Srinagar Hotel.
Day 3 Srinagar – Yusmarg Day Excursion – Srinagar
  • Travel Route: Srinagar → Charar-e-Sharief → Yusmarg → Srinagar
  • After breakfast, proceed towards Yusmarg, one of Kashmir's most beautiful and peaceful hill destinations.
  • Enjoy the scenic drive through charming Kashmiri villages and lush green landscapes.
  • Explore the beautiful meadows surrounded by dense pine forests.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal mountain range.
  • Spend leisure time enjoying the natural beauty of Yusmarg.
  • Enjoy photography and explore the peaceful surroundings.
  • Return to Srinagar in the evening.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Srinagar Hotel.
Day 4 Srinagar – Gulmarg Overnight Stay
  • Travel Route: Srinagar → Tangmarg → Gulmarg
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
  • Proceed towards Gulmarg, famously known as the Meadow of Flowers.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through beautiful pine forests and mountain landscapes.
  • Explore the breathtaking meadows of Gulmarg.
  • Enjoy the famous Gulmarg Gondola cable car ride (subject to availability).
  • Experience snow activities and photography.
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan mountains.
  • Check in to the hotel.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Gulmarg.
Day 5 Gulmarg – Pahalgam
  • Travel Route: Gulmarg → Tangmarg → Srinagar Bypass → Pampore → Pahalgam
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
  • Proceed towards Pahalgam, the beautiful Valley of Shepherds.
  • Enjoy scenic views of saffron fields, apple orchards and countryside landscapes.
  • Visit Awantipora Ruins (if time permits).
  • Enjoy beautiful views of the Lidder River.
  • Arrive in Pahalgam and check in to the hotel.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 6 Pahalgam – Valley Sightseeing
  • Travel Route: Pahalgam → Aru Valley → Betaab Valley → Chandanwari → Pahalgam
  • After breakfast, explore the beautiful valleys of Pahalgam.
  • Visit the famous Betaab Valley.
  • Explore the scenic Aru Valley.
  • Visit Chandanwari (subject to weather and road conditions).
  • Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, flowing rivers and lush green landscapes.
  • Return to the hotel.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 7 Pahalgam – Sonamarg Overnight Stay
  • Travel Route: Pahalgam → Srinagar → Ganderbal → Kangan → Sonamarg
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
  • Proceed towards Sonamarg via Srinagar.
  • Enjoy a scenic journey through beautiful valleys, rivers and mountain landscapes.
  • Experience breathtaking views along the Sindh River.
  • Arrive in Sonamarg, famously known as the Meadow of Gold.
  • Check in to the hotel.
  • Enjoy leisure time surrounded by majestic mountains.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Sonamarg.
Day 8 Sonamarg – Srinagar Houseboat Stay
  • Travel Route: Sonamarg → Ganderbal → Srinagar → Dal Lake Houseboat
  • After breakfast, explore the beautiful surroundings of Sonamarg.
  • Visit Thajiwas Glacier (subject to weather and accessibility; local pony or vehicle at additional cost).
  • Enjoy photography and breathtaking mountain views.
  • Later, drive back to Srinagar.
  • Check in to a beautiful traditional Kashmiri houseboat on Dal Lake.
  • Enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
  • Experience the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful lake surroundings.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in a houseboat.
Day 9 Srinagar – Airport Departure
  • Travel Route: Dal Lake Houseboat → Srinagar Airport
  • Enjoy breakfast at the houseboat.
  • Check out from the houseboat.
  • Transfer to Srinagar Airport.
  • Depart with wonderful memories of your incredible 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

Where you stay

Popular stays along this route

  • Fortune Pahalgam Pahalgam
  • Fortune Resort Heevan, Srinagar Srinagar
  • Four Points by Sheraton Srinagar Srinagar
  • Golden Tulip Srinagar Srinagar
  • Hi Speed Resort Doodhpathri Doodhpathri, Budgam
  • Hotel Heevan Pahalgam Pahalgam

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

Good to know

Payment, travel notes and cancellation (7)
  • 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 .

  • Rozmina Shethwala Google Maps customer review

    “Overall, it was an amazing experience throughout our nine-day trip in the freezing temperatures of December in Kashmir. I recommend this travel company, especially for newly married couples. One personal piece of advice: please choose smaller, cosy rooms in Pahalgam, because bigger rooms take longer to heat up, and the temperature outside went down to −7° on 21 December. Mr Momin, very frankly speaking, was honest and guided us throughout our trip. The vehicle and the driver, Mr Ishfaq, were excellent. Kashmir really is heaven on earth, and for adults and newly married couples it is worth visiting from December to February. Please avoid taking smaller children on a winter trip, as the temperatures in Gulmarg and Sonamarg were freezing.”

  • Jui Chawandke Google Maps customer review

    “Kashmir is a beautiful place in itself, and the arrangements were very good too. Bashir was one of the best drivers and tourist guides we have had so far. He made the entire experience even better and more memorable for us. The people of Kashmir are warm and hospitable too.”

  • Photo shared with Sabri Riyaz's review Sabri Riyaz Google Maps customer review

    “Excellent service by Travel Arc — truly the best in Kashmir. I recently booked my Kashmir trip with Travel Arc, and it was one of the best travel experiences I have ever had. From the railway station pickup to the hotel bookings, sightseeing, and local guidance, everything was perfectly organised. Their team is highly professional, responsive, and very friendly. They made sure every detail was taken care of, and our comfort was always a top priority. The vehicle provided was clean and well maintained, and our driver was polite and knowledgeable. If you are planning a trip to Kashmir, I highly recommend Travel Arc. You will not be disappointed. They truly offer first-class service and make the journey smooth, safe, and memorable. Thank you, Travel Arc, for making our Kashmir journey unforgettable.”

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