7-Day Nature Tour in Kashmir - July 2023

1. Day 1: Shalimar Bagh
   25 minutes (9.7 miles) from Srinagar Airport

   Visit the Mughal Garden in the morning. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the lakeside of Manasbal and experience the local cuisine in the evening.

2. Day 2: Sonamarg
   2 hours 30 minutes (79.4 miles) from Shalimar Bagh

   Start the day with a scenic drive to Sonamarg. Trek to Thajiwas Glacier in the morning, followed by white water rafting in Sindh River in the afternoon and watch the sunset at Vishansar Lake in the evening.

3. Day 3: Yusmarg
   2 hours 30 minutes (78.7 miles) from Sonamarg

   Visit the Charar-i-Sharif shrine, followed by horse riding to Doodhpathri in the morning. Take a peaceful stroll to Nilnag Lake and enjoy the sunset at Sunset Peak in the evening.

4. Day 4: Pahalgam
   2 hours 25 minutes (70.2 miles) from Yusmarg

   Visit the Betaab Valley and Aru Valley in the morning. Go fishing in the Lidder River in the afternoon and watch a Bollywood movie at the Pahalgam Club in the evening.

5. Day 5: Gulmarg
   4 hours 20 minutes (89.2 miles) from Pahalgam

   Start the day with a scenic drive to Gulmarg. Enjoy a Gondola ride in the morning followed by trekking in the strawberry valley. Take a pony ride to Alpather Lake and watch the sunset at Apharwat Peak in the evening.

6. Day 6: Dachigam National Park
   1 hour (14.4 miles) from Gulmarg

   Take a guided safari to Dachigam National Park in the morning. Explore the scenic beauty of the park, followed by a visit to Harwan Gardens and enjoy a traditional Kashmiri dinner in the evening.

7. Day 7: Dal Lake
   30 minutes (8.3 miles) from Dachigam National Park

   Enjoy a Shikara ride in the morning with a visit to floating markets. Visit Hazratbal Shrine in the afternoon and relax with a cup of Kashmiri Kahwa in the evening.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to experience the local culture by attending a Kashmiri wedding or visiting the local handicraft shops. Take a day trip to the beautiful Lolab Valley and explore the nearby pine forests. To maximize your fun, try to wake up early and catch the sunrise in different locations.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shalimar Bagh (2 hours, INR 200)
• Sonamarg Trek & Rafting (8 hours, INR 2500)
• Yusmarg Horse Riding & Stroll (8 hours, INR 3000)
• Pahalgam Tour & Fishing (9 hours, INR 3500)
• Gulmarg Gondola & Trek (10 hours, INR 4000)
• Dachigam National Park Safari (6 hours, INR 1500)
• Dal Lake Shikara Ride (3 hours, INR 800)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 15,500

Prices are subject to change based on location, time, and season.

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