7-Day Adventure Itinerary: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg

1. Day 1: Arrive in Srinagar
   From Srinagar International Airport to Dal Lake (16.6 km, 30 min drive)

   Explore the beautiful Dal Lake, take a shikara ride and visit the Hazratbal Shrine.

2. Day 2: Explore Srinagar
   From Dal Lake to Shankaracharya Hill (8.2 km, 30 min drive)

   Visit the Shankaracharya Hill for its spectacular views of the city and then head to Nishat Bagh, one of the largest Mughal gardens in India.

3. Day 3: Gulmarg
   From Srinagar to Gulmarg (52 km, 2-hour drive)

   Visit the Gulmarg Gondola, the highest and longest cable car ride in Asia. Enjoy outdoor activities like skiing, golfing, and mountain biking.

4. Day 4: Pahalgam
   From Gulmarg to Pahalgam (146 km, 4-hour drive)

   Explore the Aru Valley and Betaab Valley, take a pony ride to Chandanwari the start point of Amarnath Yatra trekking tour.

5. Day 5: Pahalgam
   From Pahalgam to Avantipur (22 km, 30 min drive)

   Visit the ancient ruins of Avantipura Temple and then head to the Lidder Amusement Park for some adventurous activities.

6. Day 6: Sonamarg
   From Pahalgam to Sonamarg (180 km, 4-hour drive)

   Visit the Thajiwas Glacier, enjoy trekking, camping or river rafting.

7. Day 7: Departure
   From Sonamarg to Srinagar International Airport(86.6 km, 2 hour 30 min-drive)

   Departure with memories for a lifetime.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake (2-3 hours, INR 500-800)
• Shankaracharya Hill (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Nishat Bagh (2-3 hours, INR 100-200)
• Gulmarg Gondola (2-3 hours, INR 700-1500)
• Aru Valley (2-3 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Betaab Valley (2-3 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Avantipura Temple (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Lidder Amusement Park (2-3 hours, INR 700-1500)
• Thajiwas Glacier trekking (4-5 hours, INR 1500-3000)

Useful tips:

If you have more time, visit places like Doodhpathri or Yusmarg for a serene experience. If you have less time, skip Lidder Amusement Park or Avantipura Temple to save costs. Plan your trip in advance, and book accommodation, flights, and activities to save time and money.