Thrilling 7-Day Itinerary For Adventure Seekers in Srinagar

1. Day 1: Exploring Dal Lake
   20 mins (16.7 km) from Srinagar International airport

   Experience the famous shikara boat ride amidst the scenic Dal Lake and visit floating gardens and markets for amazing photo opportunities.

2. Day 2: Hiking at Shankaracharya Hill
   30 mins (7.6 km) from Dal Lake

   Get ready for an adventurous hike to the top of the hill for stunning panoramic views of Dal Lake and Srinagar City. It takes around 2 hours to complete the round hike.

3. Day 3: Gondola Ride at Gulmarg
   2 hours (49.8 km) from Shankaracharya Hill

   Experience the world's second-highest Gondola. Take a ride to the Apharwat Peak, and witness the amazing snow-capped Himalayan ranges and valleys.

4. Day 4: River Rafting at Lidder River
   2 hours (58.5 km) from Gulmarg

   Enjoy the thrilling River Rafting experience on the Lidder River with a beautiful view of snow-peaked mountains and green valleys.

5. Day 5: Trek to Zanskar Valley
   3 hours (145.5 km) from Lidder River

   A serene trek through the verdant Zanskar Valley offers magnificent views of snow-capped mountains and glacial rivers.

6. Day 6: Mountain Biking at Pahalgam
   2 hours (25.3 km) from Zanskar Valley

   Get the adrenaline pumping with thrilling mountain biking along the muddy, rocky terrains in the beautiful green meadows of Pahalgam.

7. Day 7: Paragliding at Sanasar
   4 hours (129.8 km) from Pahalgam

   Experience the freedom of flying with the thrilling Paragliding experience at Sanasar over the pine forests and meadows.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake (2-3 hours, INR 500 per hour)
• Shankaracharya Hill (2-3 hours, INR 300 entry fee)
• Gulmarg Gondola Ride (2 hours, INR 750)
• River Rafting at Lidder River (2-3 hours, INR 2000 per person)
• Trek to Zanskar Valley (6-8 hours, INR 4000 per person)
• Mountain Biking at Pahalgam (3-4 hours, INR 1500-2000 per person)
• Paragliding at Sanasar (2 hours, INR 3000-4000 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,550-15,000 per person

Useful Tips

For travellers with less than 7 days, we recommend skipping Pahalgam and Sanasar. For more than 7 days, add visiting Sonamarg and Yusmarg to your list. Do not forget to carry comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing for each activity.