10-Day City Experiences Itinerary in Kashmir, India

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   30 minutes (12.7 km) from Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport Srinagar

   Take a relaxing shikara boat ride on Dal Lake and visit the Mughal Gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, a must-visit attraction in Srinagar.

2. Day 2: Srinagar
   20 minutes (5.6 km) from Srinagar Railway Station

   Explore the historic Jama Masjid and enjoy traditional Kashmiri cuisines with a cup of kahwah at the famous Mughal Darbar Restaurant.

3. Day 3: Gulmarg
   1 hour 30 minutes (55.8 km) from Srinagar International Airport

   Experience a heavenly paradise and enjoy breathtaking sceneries while skiing or taking the Gondola ride in the world's highest cable car at Gulmarg.

4. Day 4: Gulmarg
   15 minutes (4.5 km) from Gulmarg Gondola Base Station

   Take a relaxing stroll to the picturesque Alpather Lake, situated amidst snow-clad mountains and lush green forests.

5. Day 5: Pahalgam
   2 hours 30 minutes (93.7 km) from Srinagar Railway Station

   Enjoy river rafting at Lidder River and visit the Betaab Valley, where many Bollywood movies were shot like Betaab, Kashmir Ki Kali, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, and more.

6. Day 6: Pahalgam
   20 minutes (4.9 km) from Lidder Amusement Park

   Hang out in the beautiful environs at Aru Valley and visit Chandanwari, where the famous Amarnath Yatra starts.

7. Day 7: Patnitop
   6 hours 30 minutes (265 km) from Pahalgam

   Drive through the scenic and famous Pine and Deodar forest and experience the tranquility at Sanasar Lake.

8. Day 8: Jammu
   2 hours 30 minutes (120 km) from Patnitop

   Visit the grand Bahu Fort, built by Raja Bahulochan around 3,000 years ago, and enjoy shopping and dining at Vir Marg Market. Jammu is famous for Dogra art, so don't forget to buy some souvenirs.

9. Day 9: Patnitop
   2 hours (55.1 km) from Jammu Tawi Railway Station

   Go on a trek to the famous Natha Top, located at an altitude of 2,610 meters above sea level, and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.

10. Day 10: Patnitop
    20 minutes (9.3 km) from Natha Top

    Get an adrenaline rush with Paragliding at Sanasar and savor some tasty street food at the Kud Market.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shikara boat ride (2 hours, ₹800)
• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, ₹50)
• Jama Masjid (1 hour, free entry)
• Mughal Darbar Restaurant (1 hour, ₹400)
• Gulmarg Gondola ride (2 hours, ₹700)
• Alpather Lake (2 hours, ₹100)
• River Rafting at Lidder River (2 hours, ₹600)
• Betaab Valley (1 hour, ₹20)
• Aru Valley (2 hours, ₹200)
• Sanasar Lake (1 hour, free entry)
• Bahu Fort (1 hour, free entry)
• Shopping at Vir Marg Market (2 hours, ₹1000)
• Trekking to Natha Top (4 hours, ₹400)
• Paragliding at Sanasar (1 hour, ₹2000)
• Total Estimated Costs: ₹6,340 (~$86)

Useful tips

You can extend your stay at any of these locations to enjoy their beauty more or skip any destinations to fit in your travel schedule more comfortably.