Kashmir 7-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   From Srinagar International Airport
   10 km (25 minutes)

   Explore the iconic Mughal Gardens, a group of gardens built by Mughal Emperors in the 16th century. Visit the famous Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, which offer stunning views of the Dal Lake.

2. Day 2: Pahalgam
   From Srinagar
   95 km (2 hours 30 minutes)

   Enjoy the scenic beauty of Pahalgam. Visit the Betab Valley, a beautiful spot named after the Bollywood movie “Betaab”, and indulge in adventure activities like trekking, horse riding or rafting.

3. Day 3: Gulmarg
   From Pahalgam
   140 km (4 hours)

   Explore the “Meadow of Flowers”, Gulmarg, which is famous for its snow-capped peaks and ski resorts. Take a Gondola ride to the peak of Apharwat Mountain, which offers stunning panoramic views.

4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   From Gulmarg
   130 km (3 hours 30 minutes)

   Visit Sonamarg, also known as the “Meadow of Gold”. Trek to the Thajiwas Glacier, take a horse ride to the Vishansar Lake or simply enjoy the scenic beauty of the place.

5. Day 5: Leh
   From Sonamarg
   420 km (10 hours)

   Visit the beautiful town of Leh, located in the lap of the Himalayas. Explore the Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and the Hemis Monastery, which is famous for its annual Hemis festival.

6. Day 6: Nubra Valley
   From Leh
   120 km (5 hours)

   Visit the Nubra Valley, which is famous for its sand dunes and double-humped camels. Explore the Diskit Monastery, which houses a 32-metre statue of Maitreya Buddha, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the valley.

7. Day 7: Srinagar
   From Nubra Valley
   450 km (12 hours)

   Return to Srinagar and visit the Hazratbal Shrine, which houses a holy relic of the Prophet Muhammad. Take a shikara ride on the Dal Lake and enjoy the stunning views of the city.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 500)
• Betab Valley (3 hours, INR 300)
• Gondola ride in Gulmarg (2 hours, INR 1500)
• Horse ride in Sonamarg (2 hours, INR 800)
• Leh Palace (2 hours, INR 250)
• Camel ride in Nubra Valley (2 hours, INR 1000)
• Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,450