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7 Days Family Friendly Itinerary for Srinagar in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the Mughal Gardens
    25 minutes (7.4 km) from Srinagar Airport

    In the morning, visit Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi, the famous Mughal Gardens built in the 16th century. In the afternoon, take a shikara ride on the Dal Lake. In the evening, stroll around the Hazratbal Shrine and enjoy the mesmerizing sunset.

  2. Day 2: Skiing at Gulmarg
    2 hours 10 minutes (56.3 km) from Srinagar

    Head to Gulmarg, the skiing capital of India, for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports. In the afternoon, enjoy a picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains and take the Gondola ride. In the evening, return to Srinagar and relish the local cuisine at Ahdoos restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Trek to Shankaracharya Hill
    20 minutes (5.4 km) from Srinagar

    Take a trek to Shankaracharya Hill, which is 1,000 feet above Srinagar, and visit the Shankaracharya Temple, built in the 9th century. In the afternoon, explore the Old City and its bustling bazaars. In the evening, attend a traditional Kashmiri music concert.

  4. Day 4: Discover the Jama Masjid Mosque and Hari Parbat Fort
    10 minutes (3.7 km) from Srinagar

    In the morning, visit the Jama Masjid Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in India, built in the 14th century. Then, head to Hari Parbat Fort, built in the 18th century, and enjoy the panoramic view of the city. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the Badamwari Garden. In the evening, experience a traditional Kashmiri dinner at Mughal Darbar.

  5. Day 5: Explore the Dachigam National Park
    1 hour 5 minutes (23.1 km) from Srinagar

    Explore the Dachigam National Park, home to the endangered Hangul Deer and other rare animals and birds. In the afternoon, visit the Pari Mahal, a beautiful garden with a historical monument. In the evening, attend a live dance performance by the local artists.

  6. Day 6: Visit the Floating Vegetable Market and Pahalgam
    50 minutes (11.5 km) from Srinagar

    Start your day with a visit to the unique Floating Vegetable Market on Dal Lake. Then, head to Pahalgam, a picturesque town, and enjoy the scenic beauty while trekking or horse riding. In the afternoon, visit the Betaab Valley, a famous Bollywood shooting spot. In the evening, return to Srinagar and enjoy a cup of kahwa at the tea house.

  7. Day 7: Explore the Wular Lake and Manasbal Lake
    1 hour 45 minutes (54.8 km) from Srinagar

    Visit the Wular Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Asia, and explore the beautiful surroundings. Then, head to the Manasbal Lake, known for its lotus flowers and birdwatching. In the afternoon, visit the Awantipora Ruins, a historical site of the 9th century. In the evening, return to Srinagar and enjoy the local street food at Lal Chowk.

Recommendations

You can also consider the Saffron Fields, Parihaspora, and Yusmarg for day trips. To maximize your fun, try the Kashmiri Wazwan, a 36-course meal, and indulge in the local handicrafts.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi (3 hours, INR 50)
  • Shikara ride on the Dal Lake (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Gulmarg skiing and Gondola ride (8 hours, INR 3,500)
  • Trek to Shankaracharya Hill (3 hours, INR 100)
  • Jama Masjid Mosque and Hari Parbat Fort (4 hours, INR 50)
  • Dachigam National Park and Pari Mahal (6 hours, INR 200)
  • Floating Vegetable Market and Pahalgam (10 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Wular Lake, Manasbal Lake, and Awantipora Ruins (9 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,450
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