Meet your private transfer and drive ~25–40 minutes to Radisson close to Dal Lake. Standard hotel check-in is usually 12:00pm — request early check-in if required.
Relax with a hotel buffet or à la carte lunch to recover from travel; the hotel kitchen typically serves from noon and offers both Kashmiri and international dishes.
Classic 45–60 minute shikara ride to see floating gardens, houseboats and quiet lake lanes. Shikara services operate from sunrise to dusk (approx timings vary by season), so late-afternoon rides are ideal.
Stroll along the ghats near Dal Lake, browse for pashmina shawls and Kashmiri handicrafts in lakeside markets; evening is pleasant and great for photography.
Enjoy traditional Kashmiri dishes like Rogan Josh and Gustaba at Ahdoos (popular; usually open 12:00pm–11:00pm) or a relaxed meal at the Radisson restaurant.
Hearty hotel breakfast to prepare for a productive half-day conference; conference facilities at the hotel are usually available morning hours—confirm AV and seating in advance.
Morning conference session (approx 3.5–4 hours) using hotel meeting rooms or a nearby conference venue — good for corporate sessions, workshops or meetings before afternoon touring.
Quick but satisfying lunch at the hotel or at Ahdoos to sample Kashmiri cuisine; allow time to change and head out for an afternoon of local sightseeing.
Explore the famous Mughal-era gardens (open roughly 9:00am–6:00pm). These terraced gardens by Dal Lake showcase Persian-style layout, fountains and views — ideal for relaxed walking and photography.
Visit the local Dronacharya Temple and nearby 'baghs' (garden areas) around Srinagar for a cultural and spiritual stop; temple timings are typically early morning to evening (verify locally).
Take a sunset shikara ride (45–60 minutes) to enjoy houseboats and golden light; boats operate until dusk — confirm exact local sunset timing with the boatman.
If you want a richer Kashmiri experience, choose a restaurant offering Wazwan tasting or return to hotel dining. Reserve ahead if dining at popular local spots.
Ride one of the world’s highest gondolas to Khilanmarg/Alpather Read for sweeping Himalayan views; gondola typically runs ~9:00am–4:00pm (seasonal closures possible).
Choose Aru for quieter trails or Baisaran (Mini Switzerland) for grassy plains accessible by pony or a short hike; pony services generally operate 9:00am–5:00pm.
Short walk or hire a pony/jeep from Sonamarg to the glacier area for alpine views and photo opportunities. Access is weather dependent and services operate roughly 9:00am–5:00pm, so early arrival helps.
Depart to the airport allowing ample buffer — arrive 90–120 minutes before domestic flights. Traffic can vary, so leave earlier if your flight time is tight.