Kashmir Honeymoon Itinerary

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   Start your day with a romantic Shikara ride (1 hour, 500 INR) on the beautiful Dal Lake. Explore the opulent Mughal Gardens including Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh (2 hours, 400 INR). Finish the day with a visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque (1 hour, free admission) and shopping in the local markets (2 hours).
2. Day 2: Pahalgam
   Take a scenic drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam (3 hours, 85 km) and enjoy horseback riding (2 hours, 1000 INR) to explore the stunning countryside. Relax at the Lidder View Park (1 hour, free admission) and visit the historic Aru Village (2 hours, free admission).
3. Day 3: Gulmarg
   Enjoy skiing in the slopes of Gulmarg Ski Resort (4 hours, 3500 INR) at the base of Mt. Apharwat. Take the scenic Gondola Cable Car ride (1.5 hours, 740 INR) for an unforgettable view of the Himalayas. Visit the stunning Ningli Nalla Reservoir (2 hours, free admission) to relax and unwind.
4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   Take a day trip to Sonamarg (2.5 hours, 80 km) for a scenic picnic by the sparkling Thajiwas Glacier (4 hours, 2500 INR). Visit the Zoji-La Pass (1.5 hours, free admission) for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and a short 15-minute ride on Shikara Boats (200 INR).

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shikara ride (1 hour, 500 INR)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, 400 INR)
• Jama Masjid Mosque (1 hour, free admission)
• Shopping in local markets (2 hours)
• Horseback riding in Pahalgam (2 hours, 1000 INR)
• Lidder View Park (1 hour, free admission)
• Aru Village (2 hours, free admission)
• Gulmarg Ski Resort (4 hours, 3500 INR)
• Gondola Cable Car (1.5 hours, 740 INR)
• Ningli Nalla Reservoir (2 hours, free admission)
• Thajiwas Glacier (4 hours, 2500 INR)
• Zoji-La Pass (1.5 hours, free admission)
• Shikara Boats (15 min, 200 INR)
Total Estimated Costs: 9,080 INR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider spending an extra day in Pahalgam to visit the Baisaran Valley for a scenic view of the mountains and forests. If you have less time, consider skipping the Shikara ride in Srinagar and shopping in local markets, or reducing the time spent horseback riding in Pahalgam.