Delhi Kashmir Gulmarg Srinagar Dal Lake Pahalgam Betaab Valley 6-Day Itinerary in July 2023

1. Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
   Indira Gandhi International Airport to Hotel: 30 minutes (9.9 miles)

   Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our tour representative and transferred to the hotel. Spend the morning relaxing and adjusting to the time zone. In the afternoon, visit the Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the sound and light show in the evening.

2. Day 2: Srinagar
   Delhi to Srinagar: 1 hour 30 minutes (650 miles) by air

   In the morning, take a flight from Delhi to Srinagar. Upon arrival, check-in to your houseboat on Dal Lake. In the afternoon, visit the Mughal Gardens, consisting of Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. In the evening, take a shikara ride on the lake and enjoy the sunset.

3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   Srinagar to Pahalgam: 2 hours 30 minutes (56 miles)

   After breakfast, drive to Pahalgam, also known as the Valley of Shepherds. Visit the Betaab Valley, named after the Bollywood film "Betaab," and relax by the Lidder River. In the afternoon, visit the Aru Valley and take a horse ride to Baisaran, also known as the Mini Switzerland of India. In the evening, return to your hotel in Pahalgam.

4. Day 4: Gulmarg
   Pahalgam to Gulmarg: 4 hours (90 miles)

   After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, the Meadow of Flowers. Take the Gondola Cable Car to Kongdoori Mountain and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, go skiing or snowboarding (depending on the season) or take a horse ride to the Strawberry Valley. In the evening, return to your hotel in Gulmarg.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   Gulmarg to Srinagar: 2 hours (34 miles)

   After breakfast, drive back to Srinagar. In the morning, visit the Shankaracharya Temple, situated on top of a hill, and enjoy the view of the city. In the afternoon, visit the Hazratbal Shrine, which houses a relic of the Prophet Muhammad. In the evening, explore the local markets and buy souvenirs.

6. Day 6: Departure from Srinagar
   Hotel to Srinagar International Airport: 30 minutes (10 miles)

   After breakfast, check-out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

Recommendations

While in Pahalgam, you can also visit the Chandanwari, the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, and the Tulian Lake. If you have more time, you can also visit Sonamarg or Leh. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, such as Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, and Kashmiri Pulao. Don't forget to bring warm clothes, as the temperature can drop in the evenings and at higher altitudes.

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