Kashmir Getaway: 2‑Day Adventure (3 People)

Day 1: Arrival & Relaxation in Srinagar

Morning: Arrive at Srinagar International Airport and take a pre‑booked car to your hotel. Check‑in at Hotel Pine View, a comfortable property offering triple rooms at about ₹7,500 per night.

Afternoon: Unwind with a leisurely stroll along the iconic Dal Lake. Enjoy a short shikara ride (≈ ₹500 per person) to admire the houseboats and floating gardens.

Evening: Dine on Kashmiri delicacies at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant while watching the sunset over the lake, then relax in the cozy lounge.

Day 2: Srinagar Sightseeing & Gulmarg Excursion

Morning: Visit the historic Mughal Gardens – Shalimar, Nishat, and Chashma Shahi – each showcasing terraced lawns, fountains, and fragrant flowerbeds (₹200 entry per person).

Afternoon: Drive to Gulmarg (≈ 1.5 h). Take the famous Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 to Kongdoori (₹1,500 per person) for panoramic mountain views and optional pony rides.

Evening: Return to Srinagar, freshen up, and enjoy a traditional Kashmiri Wazwan dinner at a local dhaba (≈ ₹1,200 for three).

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hotel Pine View (Triple Room, 2 nights) – 2 days – ₹15,000
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake – 1 hour – ₹1,500
• Mughal Gardens entry – 2 hours – ₹600
• Gulmarg Gondola (Phase 1) – 2 hours – ₹4,500
• Kashmiri Wazwan dinner – 2 hours – ₹1,200
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹22,800

Tips

If you wish to extend the trip, add a day for a full‑day trek to Betaab Valley or a visit to the enchanting Pahalgam valley; both can be done within a modest budget. To shorten the itinerary, skip the Gulmarg gondola and enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the local markets of Srinagar, which reduces both time and cost while still delivering the essential Kashmiri experience.