7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Kashmir

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   Arrive in the morning at Srinagar Airport
   1 hour (14 km) drive from the airport to Dal Lake

   Take a Shikara Ride on the Dal Lake, explore the floating markets, and stay overnight in a Houseboat.

2. Day 2: Gulmarg
   2 hours 30 minutes (54 km) drive from Dal Lake to Gulmarg

   Enjoy skiing, cable car ride for the panoramic view of mountains and indulge in Adventure sports at the highest golf course in the world.

3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   3 hours 15 minutes (145 km) drive from Gulmarg to Pahalgam

   Embark on a thrilling white water rafting trip at Lidder River, visit Baisaran Valley and the ancient Aishmuqam Shrine.

4. Day 4: Sonmarg
   4 hours (102 km) drive from Pahalgam to Sonmarg

   Take a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier, trek and camp amid the Himalayan ranges in the Thajiwas Valley.

5. Day 5: Doodhpathri
   2 hours 30 minutes (60 km) drive from Sonmarg to Doodhpathri

   Hike through meadows and forests to the highest point of Doodhpathri, enjoy a picnic lunch by the river, and experience the nomadic lifestyle.

6. Day 6: Kokernag
   3 hours 30 minutes (105 km) drive from Doodhpathri to Kokernag

   Camp or lodge in the lush botanical gardens around the Kokernag springs, trek to the Kokerdhok Temple, and indulge in trout fishing at Brengi Nalla.

7. Day 7: Srinagar
   2 hours (77 km) drive from Kokernag to Srinagar

   Visit the Mughal Gardens, enjoy bird watching at the Hokersar Wetland Reserve and head to the airport for departure.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake Shikara Ride (3 hours, INR 1300 for the boat)
• Gulmarg Gondola Ride(2-3 hours, INR 2200 per person)
• White water rafting in Pahalgam (2-3 hours, INR 1000 per person)
• Sonamarg pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier (3-4 hours, INR 600 per person)
• Doodhpathri hike (3-4 hours, INR 500 per person)
• Trout fishing at Brengi Nalla (3-4 hours, INR 900 per person)
• Entry ticket for Mughal Gardens (INR 50 per person)
• Approximate total cost per person: INR 11,950

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Amarnath Temple, Yusmarg, the Betaab Valley, and the Avantipur ruins. If you have less time, skip Doodhpathri and Kokernag, and spend an extra day in Gulmarg and Pahalgam for a more leisurely experience.