7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Kashmir

1. Day 1: Gulmarg Ski Resort
   50 minutes (30.2 km) from Srinagar

   Ski and snowboard on the slopes surrounded by scenic mountain views in winter season from December to February.

2. Day 2: Sonamarg Glacier Trek
   3 hours (80.7 km) from Gulmarg Ski Resort

   Trek your way through snow-covered trails and reach the breathtaking Thajwas Glacier surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.

3. Day 3: White Water Rafting at Lidder River
   2 hours 15 minutes (77.9 km) from Sonamarg Glacier Trek

   Experience the thrill of rafting through foaming rapids along the Lidder River, surrounded by lush forests and scenic landscapes.

4. Day 4: Explore Srinagar City
   1 hour 15 minutes (56.8 km) from Lidder River Rafting

   Visit famous landmarks like Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, and Hazratbal Shrine while enjoying local cuisine and shopping at markets.

5. Day 5: Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
   15 minute (6.6 km) from Srinagar City

   Relax and take in the stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains while floating on a traditional wooden boat.

6. Day 6: Betab Valley Trek
   3 hours 15 minutes (87.7 km) from Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   Trek through scenic mountain trails to reach the beautiful Betab Valley, named after a famous Bollywood film that was shot here.

7. Day 7: Thajiwas Glacier Trek
   5 hours 30 minutes (138.6 km) from Betab Valley Trek

   End your trip with a trek to the stunning Thajiwas Glacier, where you can see ice formations and glacier-fed streams.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Gulmarg Ski Resort (4 hours, INR 1000)
• Sonamarg Glacier Trek (8 hours, INR 2500)
• Lidder River Rafting (4 hours, INR 1500)
• Dal Lake Shikara Ride (1 hour, INR 500)
• Betab Valley Trek (9 hours, INR 3000)
• Thajiwas Glacier Trek (12 hours, INR 3500)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Dachigam National Park for a wildlife safari or trekking in the Tarsar Lake area for stunning alpine lake views. If you have less time, consider skipping the Betab Valley Trek and spending more time in Srinagar City exploring its markets and local cuisine.