Trails of Kashmir | Shikara Rides, Glaciers & Meadows
Iconic Stay

Trails of Kashmir | Shikara Rides, Glaciers & Meadows

Life on the lake — Kashmir's most iconic stay

4.8 (312 reviews)Kashmir5 Days / 4 Nights
Duration5D / 4N
DifficultyEasy
Best TimeApr–Oct

What is Offered?

Transport

Private Cab + Shikara

Accommodation

Heritage Houseboat

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Safety Assurance

Guided, Insured & Secure

Tour Highlights

Srinagar houseboat stay and Dal Lake shikara rides
Sonamarg - Golden Meadows and Thajiwas Glacier excursion
Gulmarg Gondola ride - Asia's highest cable car
Pahalgam - scenic Lidder Valley and Baisaran meadows
Mughal Gardens: Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh
Complete Kashmir circuit covering all major destinations

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Srinagar | Srinagar Sightseeing Tour | Shikara Ride Experience

Welcome to Kashmir! Upon arrival at the Srinagar airport, get transferred to your hotel for check-in. Later, get driven to Pari Mahal, offering historic charm and city views. Also, stroll through Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, the iconic Mughal gardens by Dal Lake. Head to Shankaracharya Temple for panoramic valley views, and later in the evening, enjoy a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake before getting driven to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day2

Excursion to Sonamarg

In the morning, get driven to Sonamarg, the “Meadow of Gold.” On arrival, you can hire a pony (at your own cost) for a short trek to Thajiwas Glacier, a scenic spot where snow stays year-round. Later, proceed towards Zero Point near Zojila Pass to witness dramatic mountain landscapes along the India-Pakistan border road. In the evening, get transferred back to Srinagar at the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day3

Transfer to Gulmarg | Gulmarg Sightseeing Tour

After check-out, you will be driven to Gulmarg. Upon arrival, get driven to Union Cab Stand, from where you can either hire a cab or take a walk to the world-famous Gulmarg Golf Course, one of the world highest green golf courses. Later, head to Gondola cable car station & ascend through Phase 1 & Phase 2 (cost not included) to reach the towering Apharwat Peak, where sweeping views of the Himalayas await. Afterwards, get transferred to the hotel. Upon arrival, check in for an overnight stay.

Day4

Transfer to Pahalgam | En Route Pahalgam Sightseeing

Check out from your hotel in Gulmarg and get transferred to Pahalgam, enjoying scenic views of saffron fields and apple orchards en route. On arrival at the Pahalgam Union Cab Stand, hire a cab (at your own expense) to explore attractions such as Aru Valley, Baisaran Valley, and Betaab Valley, each known for its lush meadows and alpine beauty. After sightseeing, return to Pahalgam Union Cab Stand and from there, get driven to check in at your Pahalgam hotel and spend the evening at leisure.

Day5

Departure Day

Today, check out of your hotel and get driven to Srinagar airport for your onward journey, carrying with you cherished memories of Kashmir’s valleys, gardens, and mountain landscapes.

Inclusions

  • 3 nights heritage houseboat
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • All shikara rides
  • Private cab for Mughal Gardens
  • Kashmiri cooking class
  • Travel insurance

Exclusions

  • Medical Facilities - Doctor on Call, Medicines etc.
  • Tips, laundry, shopping, room service, telephone calls, etc.
  • Paragliding, skiing, rafting, ATV rides, ropeways, or any type of activities not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Entry fees, monument tickets, camera/video charges.
  • Any increase in cost due to weather conditions, roadblocks, government regulations, or unforeseen circumstances.
  • Heater charges extra.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.