8-Day itinerary for Kashmir

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   From Sheikh-Ul-Alam International Airport, drive 21.4km to Dal Lake.

   Visit the Dal Lake, take a shikara ride and experience the Floating Market.

2. Day 2: Gulmarg
   Drive 53.2km from Srinagar to Gulmarg

   Skiing and Gondola ride in Gulmarg

3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   Drive 148.5km from Gulmarg to Pahalgam

   View of Lidder River and Chandanwari, Kolahoi Glacier in Pahalgam

4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   Drive 126.1km from Pahalgam to Sonamarg

   Thajiwas Glacier and Zojila Pass in Sonamarg

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   Drive 80.4km from Sonamarg to Srinagar

   Take a city tour, including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh and Hazratbal Shrine

6. Day 6: Kupwara
   Drive 80.3km from Srinagar to Kupwara

   Experience the stunning trails and forests of Kupwara

7. Day 7: Shop in Srinagar
   Drive 80.3km from Kupwara to Srinagar

   Shop for souvenirs, handicrafts in Lal Chowk and Hari Parbat Fort

8. Day 8: Departure
   From Sheikh-Ul-Alam International Airport

   Return home with rich memories from Kashmir

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake Shikara Ride (2 hours, INR 300)
• Gondola Ride in Gulmarg (2-3 hours, INR 750)
• Trekking in Pahalgam (5-6 hours, INR 800)
• Thajiwas Glacier tour in Sonamarg (3-4 hours, INR 1000)
• Souvenir Shopping (2-3 hours, varies)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2850

Useful tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting Martand Sun Temple or Betab Valley for scenic views. If you have less time, consider taking a day trip to either Sonamarg or Pahalgam instead of an overnight stay.