6Days Package for Kashmir

Day 1: Welcome to the Lake City (Arrival & Evening Shikara Ride) • Arrival: Meet and greet by the My Trip to Kashmir representative at Srinagar International Airport. Enjoy a scenic 35-minute drive into the city. • Check-in: Check into your premium hotel or luxury houseboat in Srinagar. • Afternoon: Unwind and relax. Later in the afternoon, embark on a magical 1-Hour Shikara Ride across the pristine waters of Dal Lake. • Highlights: Cruise past the floating vegetable markets, vibrant open-water bazaars, and traditional wooden hamlets. • Overnight Stay: Srinagar.

Day 2: Day Excursion to Sonmarg (The Meadow of Gold) • Morning: After a hearty breakfast, drive towards Sonmarg (approx. 80 km / 2.5 to 3 hours). The route winds alongside the spectacular, fast-flowing Sindh River. • Activities: • Spend the day exploring alpine meadows surrounded by majestic, snow-capped peaks. • Optionally, hire a pony or take a local union vehicle to visit the breathtaking Thajiwas Glacier, where snow persists almost year-round. • Evening: Drive back to Srinagar through the golden twilight. • Overnight Stay: Srinagar.

Day 3: Day Excursion to Gulmarg (The Meadow of Flowers) • Morning: Enjoy an early breakfast and head to Gulmarg (approx. 55 km / 2 hours). Watch the scenery change from terraced paddy fields to dense pine forests. • Activities: • Experience the world-famous Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest cable car rides in the world. (Phase 1 takes you to Kongdori; Phase 2 goes up to the majestic Apharwat Peak). • Stroll through the lush rolling meadows, visit the historic, Victorian-style St. Mary’s Church, and view the expansive Gulmarg Golf Course. • Evening: Return to the comfort of your hotel in Srinagar. • Overnight Stay: Srinagar.

Day 4: Day Excursion to Pahalgam (The Valley of Shepherds) • Morning: Depart for a full-day excursion to Pahalgam (approx. 95 km / 3 hours). • En-route Stops: Drive past the world-famous Saffron Fields of Pampore and get a glimpse of the historic, 1100-year-old Awantipora Ruins (Lord Vishnu temple). • Activities: • Upon arriving in Pahalgam, experience the rushing waters of the Lidder River. • Board the local eco-friendly union cabs to tour the iconic valleys: Betaab Valley (famed for its cinematic landscapes), Aru Valley (a tranquil, scenic meadow), and Chandanwari. • Evening: Travel back to Srinagar for a relaxing evening. • Overnight Stay: Srinagar.

Day 5: Srinagar Local Sightseeing & Heritage Walk • Morning: Dedicate the day to exploring the majestic architectural history of Srinagar. Visit the grand Mughal Gardens: • Nishat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure) – Famous for its steep terraces and old Chinar trees overlooking Dal Lake. • Shalimar Bagh (The Abode of Love) – Built by Emperor Jahangir for his wife Nur Jahan. • Chashme Shahi (The Royal Spring) – Known for its refreshing, mineral-rich spring water. • Afternoon: Visit the historic Shankaracharya Temple, situated atop the Gopadari Hill, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the entire Srinagar city and lake. • Evening: Spend free time shopping for authentic Kashmiri crafts—Pashmina shawls, walnut wood carvings, saffron, and traditional carpets—at khayam,munwar on govt recognized shops or the local bazaars. • Overnight Stay: Srinagar.

Day 6: Bidding Farewell to Paradise • Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the hotel, soaking in the crisp morning air of the valley one last time. • Departure: Check out and get transferred via a private vehicle to Srinagar International Airport for your onward journey, carrying beautiful, lifelong memories curated by My Trip to Kashmir.with gassi transports