6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Kashmir in June 2023

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   20 minutes (7.8 km) from Srinagar International Airport

   In the morning, take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake to enjoy the serene beauty. Afternoon, visit the Mughal Gardens and take a stroll in the beautiful landscape. Evening, visit the Hazratbal Shrine and witness the sunset view.

2. Day 2: Pahalgam
   2 hours and 30 minutes (89.2 km) from Srinagar

   In the morning, visit the Betaab Valley and enjoy the scenic beauty. Afternoon, visit the Aru Valley and enjoy horse riding. Evening, visit the Pahalgam Golf Course and enjoy a game of golf.

3. Day 3: Sonamarg
   2 hours and 30 minutes (83.8 km) from Pahalgam

   In the morning, visit the Thajiwas Glacier and enjoy the snow. Afternoon, visit the Zojila Pass and experience the adventure. Evening, visit the Gadsar Lake and enjoy the picturesque view.

4. Day 4: Gulmarg
   2 hours and 20 minutes (55.3 km) from Sonamarg

   In the morning, visit the Gulmarg Gondola and enjoy the scenic view. Afternoon, visit the Strawberry Field and enjoy the strawberry picking. Evening, visit the Golf Course and play a game of golf.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   1 hour and 50 minutes (49.4 km) from Gulmarg

   In the morning, visit the Shankaracharya Temple and witness the religious significance. Afternoon, visit the Jama Masjid and enjoy the architecture. Evening, visit the Lal Chowk and do some shopping.

6. Day 6: Sonamarg
   2 hours and 30 minutes (83.8 km) from Srinagar

   In the morning, visit the Baltal Valley and enjoy the scenic view. Afternoon, visit the Gangabal Lake and enjoy the picturesque view. Evening, visit the Nichinai Pass and experience the adventure.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Shankaracharya Hill or taking a trek to Tarsar Lake. You can also plan a day trip to Doodhpathri or Yusmarg. To maximize your fun, try local cuisine and explore the local culture.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake Shikara ride (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 20-30)
• Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, free entry)
• Betaab Valley (2 hours, INR 30-50)
• Aru Valley horse riding (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Pahalgam Golf Course (2 hours, INR 1000-2000)
• Thajiwas Glacier (3 hours, INR 2000-3000)
• Zojila Pass (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Gadsar Lake (2-3 hours, INR 1000-2000)
• Gulmarg Gondola (2 hours, INR 700-1500)
• Strawberry Field (1 hour, INR 200-500)
• Shankaracharya Temple (1 hour, free entry)
• Jama Masjid (1 hour, free entry)
• Lal Chowk shopping (2 hours, variable cost)
• Baltal Valley (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Gangabal Lake (2-3 hours, INR 1000-2000)
• Nichinai Pass (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Total Estimated Costs (including transportation and accommodation): INR 50,000-60,000