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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Kashmir in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Dal Lake
    20 minutes (8.4 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    Take a morning shikara ride on the Dal Lake, visit the floating market and enjoy a cup of Kashmiri Kahwa. In the afternoon, explore the Mughal Gardens and witness the sunset at Shankaracharya Hill.

  2. Day 2: Gulmarg
    52 minutes (50.1 km) from Dal Lake

    Hit the slopes at Gulmarg Ski Resort in the morning. In the afternoon, take a gondola ride to the top and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas. In the evening, enjoy a cozy bonfire at a local hotel.

  3. Day 3: Sonamarg
    2 hours (80.5 km) from Gulmarg

    Take a scenic drive to Sonamarg in the morning. Go on a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier and enjoy the snow in the afternoon. In the evening, visit the Gangbal Shrine and enjoy the local cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Pahalgam
    2 hours 30 minutes (95.5 km) from Sonamarg

    Take a morning stroll on Baisaran and Aru Valley. Go white water rafting in the afternoon. In the evening, visit the Betaab Valley and enjoy the scenic views of the Himalayas.

  5. Day 5: Srinagar Old City
    1 hour (38 km) from Pahalgam

    Explore the history and culture of Srinagar Old City in the morning. Visit the Jama Masjid and the Hazratbal Shrine. In the afternoon, shop at the local markets and take a cooking class to learn how to make Kashmiri dishes. In the evening, enjoy a performance of traditional Kashmiri music and dance.

  6. Day 6: Yusmarg
    1 hour 30 minutes (47.2 km) from Srinagar Old City

    Take a morning hike to Doodhpathri and enjoy the scenic views of the meadows and streams. In the afternoon, have a picnic lunch at Charari Sharief and go fishing in the Doodh Ganga river. In the evening, visit the Aishmuqam Shrine and enjoy the local food.

  7. Day 7: Kokernag
    1 hour 40 minutes (68.4 km) from Yusmarg

    Visit the Kokernag Botanical Garden in the morning. In the afternoon, take a dip in the natural springs and relax. In the evening, visit the Daksum Forest and enjoy the scenic views of the mountains.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider are the Dachigam National Park, the Wular Lake, and the Gurez Valley. You can also take a side trip to Ladakh or visit the Vaishno Devi Shrine. To maximize your fun, try some adventure sports like paragliding, trekking, and mountaineering. Don't forget to try the local delicacies like Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, and Dum Aloo. Finally, make sure to stay warm and comfortable as the temperature can drop to below freezing point in December.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Dal Lake (6 hours, INR 500)
  • Gulmarg Ski Resort (8 hours, INR 2000)
  • Sonamarg Pony Ride (4 hours, INR 1000)
  • Pahalgam White Water Rafting (5 hours, INR 1500)
  • Srinagar Old City Cooking Class (3 hours, INR 700)
  • Yusmarg Hiking (5 hours, INR 800)
  • Kokernag Botanical Garden (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7500
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