Heaven on Earth
4 Nights / 5 Days — Dal Lake, Gulmarg, Pahalgam & Doodhpathri. Srinagar-based with pickup & drop.
Pickup from Srinagar Airport. Transfer to homestay, check-in, freshen up and relax. Visit the iconic Dal Lake and enjoy a 1-hour complimentary Shikara ride on the serene waters. Explore Pari Mahal (the garden of angels) for panoramic city views. Evening stroll through local markets — Lal Chowk and Polo View Market — for Kashmiri handicrafts, dry fruits, and saffron. Overnight stay.
Post breakfast, drive through the stunning Gulmarg landscapes. Enjoy the picturesque meadows, snow-capped mountains and beautiful valleys (seasonal). Gondola ride (cable car) to Apharwat Peak is available for panoramic views and adventure activities at own cost. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.
Post breakfast, depart for Pahalgam. En route visit the Saffron Fields and the iconic Avanthipur Ruins (ancient Hindu temple). Explore Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari Valley — union taxi charges apply for inner valley access. Optional horse riding at own cost. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.
Post breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in Doodhpathri — a hidden gem surrounded by lush meadows and dense pine and deodar forests. Take a casual walk through the Tangnar valleys. Explore the meadows and enjoy a picnic by the crystal-clear glacial streams. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.
Post breakfast, check out from homestay. Visit Shree Shankaracharya Temple atop the Shankaracharya Hill for panoramic Srinagar views. Explore the grand Mughal Gardens — Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh. Walk through Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in Kashmir. Visit Hazratbal Shrine on the banks of Dal Lake. Evening drop to airport / railway station. Safe travels!