8-Day Kashmir Honeymoon Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Srinagar
   0 minutes from Srinagar International Airport

   Start your honeymoon exploring the beautiful Srinagar city, renowned for its lakes, houseboats, and Mughal gardens.

2. Day 2: Dal Lake and Shalimar Bagh
   40 minutes (7.9 km) from Srinagar

   Wake up to views of the beautiful Dal Lake and take a shikara ride while enjoying the breathtaking view. Then visit the Mughal-era Shalimar Bagh.

3. Day 3: Gulmarg Ski Resort
   42 minutes (49.7 km) from Srinagar

   Head to the picturesque Gulmarg Ski Resort, covered in snow, and indulge in thrilling winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, and sightseeing.

4. Day 4: Check-in at Pahalgam
   3 hours (92.2 km) from Gulmarg Ski Resort

   Check-in at the romantic Pahalgam that offers serene natural beauty and plenty of activities like rafting, trekking, camping, and golfing.

5. Day 5: Betaab Valley and Aru Valley
   30 minutes (15.9 km) from Pahalgam

   Visit the beautiful Betaab Valley to see the greenery and snow-capped mountains, and then head to the picturesque Aru Valley for horse rides and trekking.

6. Day 6: Chandanwari and Baisaran
   1 hour (9.2 km) from Pahalgam

   Go on a pony ride from Pahalgam to reach Chandanwari to trek and enjoy the snow-capped mountains while on your way to Baisaran.

7. Day 7: Sonamarg and Thajiwas Glacier
   4.5 hours (126 km) from Pahalgam

   Visit the famous Sonamarg and then take a pony ride to see the stunning Thajiwas Glacier in the Great Himalayas.

8. Day 8: Departure
   1 hour and 45 minutes (63.5 km) from Srinagar

   End your honeymoon with a heart full of memories as you depart from Srinagar International Airport.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake shikara ride ($12 for an hour)
• Gondola ride at Gulmarg Ski Resort ($10 for one-way)
• Rafting in Pahalgam ($30 per person)
• Horse riding from Chandanwari to Baisaran ($25 per person)
• Pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier in Sonamarg ($40 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: $117 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a day trip to Katra to visit the Vaishno Devi Temple. Add another day to explore Srinagar city or go for mountain biking in Pahalgam. If you have less time, you can skip Aru Valley and Baisaran or reduce your stay in Pahalgam.