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5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Srinagar
    10 minutes (9.4 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    In the morning, check out the beautiful Mughal Gardens, including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh and Chashme Shahi. In the afternoon, enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake and visit the floating market. In the evening, savor some local Kashmiri cuisine at Mughal Darbar or Ahdoos.

  2. Day 2: Explore Srinagar
    25 minutes (8.6 km) from Dal Lake

    In the morning, visit the Hazratbal Shrine, a revered Muslim shrine. In the afternoon, explore the old city of Srinagar and visit the Jama Masjid Mosque, which is over 600 years old. In the evening, attend a traditional music and dance performance at the Tagore Hall.

  3. Day 3: Adventure in Gulmarg
    2 hours (52.5 km) from Srinagar

    Enjoy a scenic drive to Gulmarg, which is known for its ski resort and golf course. In the morning, take the Gondola ride to Khilanmarg for a panoramic view of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, try out some adventure sports such as skiing, snowboarding or sledging. In the evening, relax at your hotel or visit one of the local restaurants.

  4. Day 4: Nature in Sonmarg
    2 hours 30 minutes (81.8 km) from Gulmarg

    Head to Sonmarg, which is known as the "Meadow of Gold". In the morning, visit the Thajiwas Glacier and take a pony ride to explore the beautiful surroundings. In the afternoon, visit the Gangabal Lake and take a dip in its icy waters. In the evening, head back to Gulmarg for dinner and overnight stay.

  5. Day 5: Departure
    2 hours 45 minutes (87.2 km) from Gulmarg

    Drive back to Srinagar for your departure flight. In the morning, visit the Shankaracharya Temple, which is located on a hilltop overlooking the city. In the afternoon, do some last-minute souvenir shopping at Lal Chowk or Residency Road. In the evening, catch your flight back home.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Pari Mahal, a beautiful seven-terraced garden located near Chashme Shahi. You can also take a day trip to the famous Vaishno Devi Temple or explore the beautiful Aru Valley. For maximizing your fun, try out some local cuisine such as Rogan Josh or Yakhni.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mughal Gardens (2-3 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Shikara ride (2 hours, INR 700-1000 per boat)
  • Jama Masjid Mosque (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Gondola ride (2-3 hours, INR 700-1000 per person)
  • Thajiwas Glacier (4-5 hours, pony ride INR 700-1000)
  • Shankaracharya Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Meals (INR 300-500 per person per meal)
  • Accommodation (INR 2000-5000 per night)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,000-20,000 per person

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