10-Day Adventure Itinerary in Srinagar

  1. Day 1: Sonamarg Meadow
    90 minutes (68 km) from Srinagar

    Enjoy trekking in the snow-capped Himalayas and horseback riding at one of the most scenic meadows in Srinagar.

  2. Day 2: Gulmarg Gondola
    3 hours (44 km) from Sonamarg Meadow

    Ride up the world's second-highest operating cable car to the gorgeous Alpather Lake and explore the natural beauty of Gulmarg.

  3. Day 3: Nigeen Lake
    1 hour (11 km) from Gulmarg Gondola

    Go on a boating adventure in the pristine and serene waters of Nigeen Lake while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal Mountains.

  4. Day 4: Betab Valley
    2 hours (70 km) from Nigeen Lake

    Get lost in the natural beauty of this picturesque valley, surrounded by dense forests and stunning Himalayan ranges.

  5. Day 5: Thajiwas Glacier
    2.5 hours (84 km) from Betab Valley

    Drive to the base of the glacier and hike through picturesque valleys, icy waterfalls and snow-capped peaks to reach the magnificent glacier.

  6. Day 6: Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden
    30 minutes (13 km) from Thajiwas Glacier

    Walk through this scenic garden and relax amidst thousands of tulips, landscaped lawns, and scenic vistas of Dal Lake and the Zabarwan hills.

  7. Day 7: Shankaracharya Hill
    30 minutes (8 km) from Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden

    Test your stamina with an adventure trek to the top of the hill for stunning panoramic views of Srinagar and a visit to the ancient 2500-year-old Shankaracharya temple.

  8. Day 8: Dal Lake
    20 minutes (6 km) from Shankaracharya Hill

    Take a thrilling kayaking tour of Dal Lake and experience the unique way of life for the locals that surround its vibrant waters.

  9. Day 9: Pari Mahal
    30 minutes (9 km) from Dal Lake

    Explore the ancient ruins of the sixteenth-century Mughal Garden and Observatory, which was once a Buddhist monastery and discover the stunning scenic beauty surrounding the top of the hill.

  10. Day 10: Hazratbal Shrine
    20 minutes (8 km) from Pari Mahal

    Visit the most sacred and revered shrine in Srinagar and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Dal Lake and the Himalayan Mountains.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sonamarg Meadow (6 hours, INR 1200)
  • Gulmarg Gondola (4 hours, INR 1000)
  • Nigeen Lake (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Betab Valley (5 hours, INR 800)
  • Thajiwas Glacier (7 hours, INR 1500)
  • Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Shankaracharya Hill (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Dal Lake (3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Pari Mahal (4 hours, INR 800)
  • Hazratbal Shrine (2 hours,INR 0)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6900

Useful Tips

For more adventure, you can try skiing at Gulmarg or take a hot-air balloon ride at Pahalgam. If time is limited, you can skip Nigeen Lake or Pari Mahal. Remember to check the opening and closing times of the tourist sites to avoid last-minute modifications.

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