Exploring Kashmir for Families - 7 Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   Start your day at Dal Lake (15 minutes from Srinagar railway station) and enjoy a Shikara ride. Later, visit the Mughal Gardens (20 minutes from Dal Lake) for a leisurely walk amidst nature.
   Estimated time: 4-5 hours | Estimated distance: 12 km
2. Day 2: Sonamarg
   Take a scenic drive to Sonamarg (4 hours from Srinagar) and enjoy a Gondola ride to Thajiwas Glacier. Later, visit the Gangabal Lake for a relaxing picnic lunch amidst picturesque views.
   Estimated time: 7-8 hours | Estimated distance: 85 km
3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   Start your day at Betaab Valley (15 minutes from Pahalgam) for a picturesque view and horse ride. Later, visit Aru Valley (30 minutes from Betaab Valley) for a quick picnic lunch with your family.
   Estimated time: 6-7 hours | Estimated distance: 95 km
4. Day 4: Gulmarg
   Take a scenic drive to Gulmarg (3 hours from Pahalgam) and enjoy the early morning views while taking Gandola cable car. Try skiing or snowboarding lessons for the whole family.
   Estimated time: 6-7 hours | Estimated distance: 180 km
5. Day 5: Kokernag
   Dedicate a day for a relaxing day-outing with family. Spend your time visiting the famous Kokernag (2 hours from Gulmarg) waterfall and the Botanical Gardens (10 minutes from Kokernag) with your loved ones.
   Estimated time: 5-6 hours | Estimated distance: 85 km
6. Day 6: Yusmarg
   Take a guided trek (30 minutes from Srinagar) to the famous Doodhpathri Meadow for a refreshing day with family. Later, visit Char-i-Sharief (3 hours from Doodhpathri) for Tibetan cuisine lunch with your loved ones.
   Estimated time: 9-10 hours | Estimated distance: 100 km
7. Day 7: Srinagar
   End your 7-day Kashmir Exploration at the famous Shankaracharya Temple (20 minutes from Srinagar) followed by a visit to Pari Mahal (10 minutes from Shankracharya) for an evening tea session.
   Estimated time: 4-5 hours | Estimated distance: 15 km

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Dal Lake – Shikara ride (1 hour, INR 500 for 2 adults and 2 kids)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Gondola ride to Thajiwas Glacier (3 hours, INR 700 per person)
• Gangabal Lake – Picnic Lunch (2 hours, Free)
• Betaab Valley – Horse ride (1 hour, INR 700 per horse)
• Aru Valley – Picnic Lunch (2 hours, Free)
• Gandola Cable Car (2 hours, INR 1000 per person)
• Snowboarding lessons (3 hours, INR 3000 per person)
• Kokernag Waterfall – Botanical Gardens (3 hours, INR 100 per person)
• Doodhpathri Meadow – Trekking (5 hours, INR 2000 per person)
• Char-i-Sharief – Tibetan Lunch (2 hours, INR 500 for 4 people)
• Shankaracharya Temple – Visit (1 hour, Free)
• Pari Mahal – Evening Tea (1 hour, INR 150 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,800

Useful Tips:

If you have less time, skip Day 5 and Day 6. You may extend your stay at Sonamarg or try paragliding instead of skiing and snowboarding at Gulmarg. For more adventurous activity, you may opt to visit Yusmarg or even try the White-Water Rafting in Lidder River at Pahalgam.