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Kashmir Explorer — Srinagar, Sonmarg, Gulmarg, Pahalgam

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Kashmir Tour Package for 6 Days— 5 Nights / 6 Days Explorer

Srinagar · Sonmarg · Gulmarg · Pahalgam · Houseboat — complete valley circuit

5 Nights / 6 Days Srinagar → Sonmarg → Gulmarg → PahalgamFrom ₹15,900 per person

This Kashmir tour package for 6 days is our best-selling itinerary, giving you a complete circuit of the valley — Srinagar, Sonmarg, Gulmarg and Pahalgam — without feeling rushed. This 5 nights / 6 days journey takes you from Srinagar’s hotels and Mughal Gardens to Sonmarg’s glacier trails, Gulmarg’s gondola and meadows, and an overnight stay by the Lidder River in Pahalgam, finishing with a night on a Dal Lake houseboat.

It’s the ideal pick for travellers who want to properly experience all four major Kashmir destinations in one relaxed trip.

  • 2 nights in Srinagar hotel + 1 night houseboat finale
  • Sonmarg Thajiwas Glacier pony trek
  • Gulmarg gondola ride & horse-riding
  • Pahalgam overnight stay by Lidder River
  • Shikara ride on Dal Lake
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Day-by-day itinerary

5 Nights / 6 Days · Srinagar · Sonmarg · Gulmarg · Pahalgam. Everything below is customisable — change the pace, add a night, swap a hotel.

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Arrival in Srinagar — Local Sightseeing

    Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel. After check-in, visit Mughal Gardens — Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Pari Mahal and Chashme Shahi. Visit Shankaracharya Temple. Enjoy a 1-hour Shikara ride. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

  2. 2

    Day 2

    Sonmarg Excursion

    After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg (approx. 3 hours), the ‘Meadow of Gold,’ along the Sindh River through pine forests. From the base, take a pony ride or walk (payable directly) to Thajiwas Glacier for close-up glacier views. Return to Srinagar by evening for dinner and overnight stay.

  3. 3

    Day 3

    Gulmarg Excursion

    Drive to Gulmarg (approx. 1.5 hours), home to one of the world’s highest gondola cable cars. Ride the Gulmarg Gondola (tickets payable on-site) for panoramic Pir Panjal views, with optional horse-riding through the meadows. Return to Srinagar for dinner and overnight stay.

  4. 4

    Day 4

    Srinagar to Pahalgam

    Drive to Pahalgam (approx. 2 hours), the ‘Valley of Shepherds,’ through apple orchards and saffron fields. Check in and spend the evening by the Lidder River. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

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    Day 5

    Pahalgam to Srinagar — Houseboat

    Explore Pahalgam further with optional visits to Betaab Valley, Aru Valley or Chandanwari (direct payment), before driving back to Srinagar for your final night — a stay aboard a traditional Dal Lake houseboat.

  6. 6

    Day 6

    Departure

    After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and transfer to Srinagar airport for your onward journey, with the full Kashmir circuit behind you.

Where you stay

Pick a category — hotels are “or similar” of the same standard, confirmed at booking.

3 Star Basic

Srinagar
D Shamoon (3N)
Pahalgam
Hayat Residency (1N)
Houseboat
Golden Apple/St James HB (1N)

3 Star Premium

Srinagar
Royal Milad (3N)
Pahalgam
Pahalgam Twin Top (1N)
Houseboat
Deluxe HB (1N)

4 Star Basic

Srinagar
Downtown (3N)
Pahalgam
Chinar Resort & Spa (1N)
Houseboat
Anarkali Luxury HB (1N)

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation in deluxe rooms as per hotel list
  • Daily Breakfast & Dinner (MAP plan)
  • 1-hour Shikara ride in Dal Lake
  • Srinagar Airport Pickup & Drop
  • Private vehicle for transfers & sightseeing
  • All taxes included

Not included

  • Airfare
  • Lunch
  • Gondola Tickets at Gulmarg
  • Trip to Betaab Valley / Aru Valley / Chandanwari Valley (direct payment)
  • Pony trips in Pahalgam (direct payment; Baisaran only if it is open)
  • Trip to Thajiwas Glacier via ponies (direct payment)
  • Guide charges
  • Personal expenses (laundry, tips, drinks, etc.)
  • Entrance Fees
  • Any cost due to natural calamities (landslides, strikes, etc.)

Price per person

Twin-sharing basis, private vehicle, taxes included. The more travellers, the lower the per-person price.

Price per person by group size
TravellersVehiclePer person
2 travellersEtios₹15,900
4 travellersErtiga/Rumion₹12,400
6 travellersMUV₹11,320
Extra bed (per person)₹6,610

Questions about this trip

What is the best time to visit Kashmir?

Kashmir is a year-round destination. April–June is ideal for pleasant weather and blooming gardens, July–September for cooler summer escapes, and December–February for snow in Gulmarg and Sonmarg. This Kashmir tour package for 6 days suits April to October for the valleys, and December to March when you want snow in Gulmarg and Sonmarg; we confirm road and weather conditions for your dates.

Are meals included in the package?

Yes, daily breakfast and dinner (MAP plan) are included across your hotel and houseboat stays. Lunches are excluded so you can explore local eateries at each destination.

Can I customise this itinerary?

Absolutely. You can extend nights, add Ladakh, upgrade your hotel category, or adjust the group size — just share your preferences via WhatsApp and we’ll tailor a quote within 30 minutes.

Is it safe to travel to Kashmir?

Advisories differ by country and change over time, so read the current ones before you pay: our guide Is Kashmir safe to visit? lists them with their dates. Our team is locally based in Srinagar and provides on-trip support throughout your stay, and we tell you plainly if a route or date needs to change.

What about airport transfers?

Airport pickup and drop from Srinagar (Sheikh-ul-Alam) airport is included in this package, along with all private vehicle transfers between destinations.

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