A Day in Kashmir

1. 9:00AM: Shalimar Bagh
   15 minutes (5.6 km) from Dal Lake

   Visit the Mughal era garden with terraces and fountains. Enjoy the stunning views of the Zabarwan hills and Dal Lake.

2. 11:00AM: Dal Lake
   10 minutes (3.6 km) from Shalimar Bagh

   Enjoy a serene shikara ride in the beautiful Dal Lake. Visit the floating vegetable market and experience the local life.

3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Ahdoos
   20 minutes (6.1 km) from Dal Lake

   Enjoy authentic Kashmiri cuisine at Ahdoos. Do try the Rogan Josh and Wazwan, a Kashmiri multi-course meal.

4. 2:00PM: Hari Parbat Fort
   25 minutes (8.8 km) from Ahdoos

   Visit the 18th century Mughal fort on the top of Hari Parbat hill. Enjoy the panoramic view of the city and explore the ancient temples and shrines inside the fort.

5. 4:00 PM: Hazratbal Shrine
   15 minutes (5.2 km) from Hari Parbat fort

   Visit the revered shrine containing a holy relic believed to be a hair of Prophet Muhammad. Enjoy the peaceful and serene environment of the place.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shalimar Bagh (2 hours, free)
• Dal Lake Shikara ride (1 hour, INR 400 per person)
• Lunch at Ahdoos (1 hour, INR 1000 for two)
• Hari Parbat Fort (1 hour, INR 300 per person)
• Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, free)
Total Estimated Cost: INR 2100 for two people

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add visiting Nishat Bagh and Pari Mahal to your itinerary. If you have less time, you can skip Hari Parbat Fort. Please note that all places mentioned in this itinerary close by sunset, so plan your day accordingly.