5-day Kashmiri Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Srinagar - Shalimar Bagh - Dal Lake - Nishat Garden - Hazratbal Shrine
    Estimated Travel Time: 45 minutes

    Begin your journey with a visit to Shalimar Bagh, a beautiful Mughal Garden. Enjoy the scenic views on a 25-minute trip to the famous Dal Lake, where you can do boating, try local cuisine and shop. Relax, take a walk, at the stunning Nishat Garden. Do not miss the impressive architecture of the Hazratbal Shrine located on the western banks of the Dal Lake.

  2. Day 2: Gulmarg - Khilanmarg - Alpather Lake - Skiing Resorts
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour 35 min

    Get ready for an adrenaline-filled snow day in Gulmarg. Take a scenic gondola ride to Khilanmarg and enjoy the panoramic views of the valley. Trek to the mesmerizing Alpather Lake. Ski, sled or snowboard at one of the several skiing resorts here.

  3. Day 3: Sonamarg - Thajiwas Glacier - Zojila Pass - Baltal Valley
    Estimated Travel Time: 2 hours 40 min

    Embark on an adventure and drive to Sonamarg - the meadow of gold. Take a pony ride or drive to the Thajiwas Glacier. Cross the mighty Zojila Pass after which you arrive in Baltal Valley - a stunning valley packed with adventure activities.

  4. Day 4: Pahalgam - Betaab Valley - Aru Valley - Sheshnag Lake - Baisaran Valley
    Estimated Travel Time: 2 hours 40 min

    Today, head to the small town of Pahalgam. Visit the serene Betaab Valley named after the famous Bollywood movie, trek to the Aru Valley, and enjoy the sights and sounds of rapids and picturesque landscapes at the Sheshnag Lake. End your day by exploring miles of fresh green meadow called the Baisaran Valley.

  5. Day 5: Awantipora - Martand Sun Temple - Verinag Spring - Achabal Gardens
    Estimated Travel Time: 2 hours

    On your final day, visit the ancient Martand Sun Temple in Awantipora. Take a dip in the healing waters of the Verinag Spring and visit the historic Achabal Gardens for some beautiful photos and relaxation before you bid goodbye to this heavenly earth.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Dal Lake (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Alpather Lake (5 hours, INR 1000)
  • Thajiwas Glacier (3 hours, INR 800)
  • Betaab Valley (4 hours, INR 600)
  • Verinag Spring (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3200 per person

Useful Tips

For those with extra time, Srinagar has beautiful mosques for you to explore, such as Jamia Masjid, Baba Reshi Shrine, and Shankaracharya Temple. Pahalgam offers other adventure sports like white water rafting and zip lining. For those with less time, avoid Verinag Spring, Awantipora, and Achabal Gardens.

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