Kashmir Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Dal Lake
   30 minutes (10.5 km) from Srinagar

   Take a shikhara boat ride to explore one of Kashmir's most picturesque lakes, visit floating gardens and see beautiful aquatic vegetation.

2. Day 2: Mughal Gardens
   15 minutes (4.7 km) from Dal Lake

   Visit the three beautifully terraced gardens, Chashma Shahi, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, built centuries ago by Mughal emperors.

3. Day 3: Gulmarg
   2 hours and 15 minutes (52.7 km) from Srinagar

   Enjoy snow activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and gondola rides or take a scenic walk in the valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains.

4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   2 hours and 16 minutes (79.8 km) from Gulmarg

   Explore the Thajiwas Glacier by pony or hike, visit the Vishansar Lake or enjoy a picnic by the river on the Meadow of Gold.

5. Day 5: Pahalgam
   3 hours and 30 minutes (90.6 km) from Sonamarg

   Visit Betaab and Aru valleys, take a horse ride to Baisaran meadow, and go rafting on the Lidder River during summer.

6. Day 6: Saffron Fields of Pampore
   34 minutes (14.9 km) from Srinagar

   Learn how saffron is grown, harvested and processed and get a chance to buy some of the finest saffron while in Pampore.

7. Day 7: Shankaracharya Hill
   30 minutes (7.4 km) from Srinagar

   Visit the ancient temple built on a hilltop and enjoy stunning views of Dal Lake and the entire city.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dal Lake shikhara ride (2 hrs, INR 500-1000)
• Mughal Gardens entrance fee (1-2 hrs, INR 20-50)
• Gulmarg Gondola Ride (2-3 hrs INR 600-1200)
• Sonamarg pony ride (2-3 hrs, INR 500-1000)
• Pahalgam horse ride (1-2 hrs, INR 300-500)
• Saffron Fields of Pampore tour (1.5-2 hrs, INR 350-500)
• Shankaracharya Hill entry fee (1-2 hrs, INR 25-50)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 1745- 3270 (excluding food and accommodation)

Useful Tips

Consider adding a visit to the Hazratbal Shrine, Betab Valley or Dachigam National Park if you have more time. If you have less time, skip some of the gardens or select your favorite valley they offer similar scenery and activities for the family.