Begin your trip by exploring Srinagar's beautiful city. In the morning, visit the floating vegetable market on Dal Lake and take a shikara (wooden boat) ride to visit Nehru Park. In the afternoon, visit the ancient Mughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh, and Shalimar Bagh. Finish the day with a traditional Wazwan dinner at Ahdoos Restaurant.
Drive to Pahalgam to enjoy various family-friendly activities like horse riding, hiking, and fishing. Visit Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, and Chandanwari glacier point. Enjoy lunch at Dana Pani Restaurant, and visit the local market to buy souvenirs and handicrafts before heading back to Srinagar.
Take a day trip to Gulmarg, known as the "Meadow of Flowers." Take the gondola ride to the top of the mountain and enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and snow biking in winters. Horse riding, Golfing, and other adventure activities in summers. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas and have lunch at Highland Park Restaurant.
Visit Sonamarg, also known as the "Meadow of Gold." Take a pony ride to the Thajiwas glacier and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. In summers, enjoy trout fishing, camping, and river rafting. Have a picnic lunch next to the Sindh river and return to Srinagar in the evening.
Drive to Yusmarg, a picturesque meadow, and spend the day enjoying activities like trekking, horse riding, and fishing. Visit Nilnag Lake and Charar-e-Sharif Shrine. Have lunch at the local restaurant and return to Srinagar in the evening.
Visit Dachigam National Park, home to endangered species like the Kashmir stag and the Himalayan brown bear. Take a guided tour to explore the park's flora and fauna and have a picnic lunch inside the park. Visit Saffron fields, the local market, and return to Srinagar.
Spend your last day in Srinagar exploring the city's local markets. Visit Residency Road, Lal Chowk, and Badshah Chowk to shop for souvenirs, handicrafts, and dry fruits. Have lunch at Mughal Darbar and enjoy your last evening in Srinagar.
Consider visiting the Doodhpathri meadow, Kokernag, and Verinag hot springs for additional day trips. To maximize your fun, we recommend trying the local cuisine like Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, and Kahwa tea. Take a night stay at a local houseboat and have an overnight camping trip in the mountains.