Family Friendly 7-Day Kashmir Itinerary in December 2023

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   10 minutes (4.2 km) from Srinagar International Airport

   Begin your trip with a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in the morning, followed by a visit to the Mughal Gardens in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a cup of kahwa while shopping for souvenirs at the local markets.

2. Day 2: Gulmarg
   51 minutes (50 km) from Srinagar

   Hit the slopes at the Gulmarg Ski Resort in the morning. After lunch, take a scenic gondola ride and enjoy a winter wonderland view of the mountains. In the evening, relax by the fire with a warm cup of cocoa at your hotel.

3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   2 hours (93 km) from Gulmarg

   Start your day with a horse ride to the stunning Betaab Valley. After lunch, take a hike to the Aru Valley and enjoy the stunning natural beauty. In the evening, relax at your hotel and enjoy the view of the Lidder River.

4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   3 hours 5 minutes (130 km) from Pahalgam

   Take a morning drive to Sonamarg and enjoy the scenic landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, take a pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier. After lunch, visit the Gangabal Lake and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire at your hotel.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   2 hours 15 minutes (80 km) from Sonamarg

   Visit the Jama Masjid in the morning and learn about the local culture and history. After lunch, take a visit to the Shankaracharya Hill and enjoy the panoramic view of the city. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll at the Nigeen Lake.

6. Day 6: Doodhpathri
   1 hour 30 minutes (42 km) from Srinagar

   Take a morning drive to Doodhpathri and enjoy the scenic beauty of the meadows. Have a picnic lunch and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. In the evening, visit the shrine of Sheikh Noor-ud-din in Charar-i-Sharief.

7. Day 7: Srinagar
   1 hour (21 km) from Doodhpathri

   Take a morning visit to the Hazratbal Shrine and learn about the history of the shrine. After lunch, visit the Hari Parbat and enjoy the panoramic view of the city. In the evening, visit the Chashme Shahi Gardens and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to Yousmarg and enjoy the beauty of the meadows. For an adventurous experience, try ice-skating at the Ice Skating Rink in Gulmarg. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine like Rogan Josh and Kashmiri Dum Aloo.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shikara ride on Dal Lake (2 hours, INR 500)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
• Gulmarg Ski Resort (4 hours, INR 1000)
• Gondola ride (2 hours, INR 750)
• Betaab Valley (3 hours, INR 600)
• Aru Valley (3 hours, INR 500)
• Thajiwas Glacier pony ride (3 hours, INR 700)
• Gangabal Lake (4 hours, INR 800)
• Jama Masjid (2 hours, INR 100)
• Shankaracharya Hill (2 hours, INR 50)
• Nigeen Lake (2 hours, INR 50)
• Doodhpathri (4 hours, INR 1000)
• Sheikh Noor-ud-din Shrine (2 hours, Free)
• Hazratbal Shrine (2 hours, Free)
• Hari Parbat (2 hours, INR 50)
• Chashme Shahi Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,700