A Weeklong Itinerary for Srinagar

1. Day 1: Dal Lake
   20 minutes (10 km) from Srinagar International Airport

   Take a shikara ride on the serene Dal lake, visit floating gardens and frescoes at Nehru Park.

2. Day 2: Mughal Gardens
   14 minutes (6 km) from Dal Lake

   Marvel at the splendid gardens, fountains, and waterfalls of the Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi.

3. Day 3: Srinagar Old City
   29 minutes (9 km) from Mughal Gardens

   Explore the historical Srinagar Old City where you can see the 700-year-old Jama Masjid mosque. Wander through narrow streets to see handloom weaving and carpentry.

4. Day 4: Shankaracharya Hill
   34 minutes (15 km) from Srinagar Old City

   Visit the famous Shankaracharya Hill temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Enjoy splendid panoramic views of the city.

5. Day 5: Hazratbal Shrine
   16 minutes (6 km) from Shankaracharya Hill

   Visit the revered Hazratbal Shrine where a holy relic of the Prophet Mohammad is kept. Stroll through the serene tulip garden nearby.

6. Day 6: Pari Mahal
   26 minutes (8.5 km) from Hazratbal Shrine

   Visit the ancient monument which was once a Buddhist monastery and later converted into a Sufi school. Marvel at the beautiful views of the city from the top.

7. Day 7: Dachigam National Park
   38 minutes (20 km) from Pari Mahal

   Discover the rarest Kashmiri stag, the hangul and exotic birds at the Dachigam National Park. Tour around different species of plants and wildlife and explore nature's beauty.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake (2 hours, INR 500 for the shikara ride)
• Mughal Gardens (3 hours, INR 50 for entrance fees)
• Srinagar Old City (4 hours, Free)
• Shankaracharya Hill (2 hours, Free)
• Hazratbal Shrine (2 hours, Free)
• Pari Mahal (1 hour, Free)
• Dachigam National Park (3 hours, INR 100 for entrance fees)
• Total Estimated Costs (INR 650)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other spots in Srinagar like Harwan Gardens, Wular Lake and the Gulmarg Ski resort for more activities. It is also advised to dress modestly and carry valid ID proof as it is necessary to enter certain areas like Dachigam National Park. Avoid traveling during times of political unrest.