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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Kashmir in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Dal Lake
    13 minutes (3.9 km) from Srinagar city center

    Experience the beauty of Kashmir by taking a shikara ride in the morning. Visit the floating vegetable market and enjoy a picnic lunch on a houseboat. In the evening, take a relaxing stroll along the lake and watch the sunset over the mountains.

  2. Day 2: Gulmarg
    2 hours and 20 minutes (52.8 km) from Srinagar

    Spend the morning visiting the Gulmarg Gondola, the highest cable car in the world. Take a pony ride and enjoy the scenic views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Maharani Temple and the Golf Course. End the day with a bonfire and stargazing.

  3. Day 3: Pahalgam
    1 hour and 45 minutes (92.8 km) from Srinagar

    Spend the morning visiting the Betaab Valley and the Aru Valley. Take a dip in the Lidder River and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Chandanwari and the Baisaran valley. End the day with a campfire and local music and dance performances.

  4. Day 4: Yusmarg
    1 hour and 5 minutes (47.3 km) from Srinagar

    Start the day with a visit to the Charar-e-Sharif Shrine. Spend the morning exploring the meadows, streams, and pine forests of Yusmarg. Enjoy a pony ride and a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Doodh Ganga waterfall. End the day with a sunset view from the Sunset Peak.

  5. Day 5: Sonamarg
    2 hours and 20 minutes (80.8 km) from Srinagar

    Spend the morning exploring the Thajiwas Glacier and the Vishansar Lake. Take a pony ride and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Zojila Pass and the Baltal Valley. End the day with a relaxing walk in the town center.

  6. Day 6: Martand Sun Temple
    1 hour and 16 minutes (48.9 km) from Srinagar

    Spend the morning visiting the ancient Martand Sun Temple. Explore the ruins and learn about its history. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the nearby orchards. In the afternoon, visit the Kheer Bhawani Temple and the Awantipora ruins. End the day with a visit to the Mattan Temple.

  7. Day 7: Srinagar City Tour
    City center

    Start the day with a visit to the Mughal Gardens, including Shalimar Bagh, Chashme Shahi, and Nishat Bagh. Enjoy a traditional Kashmiri breakfast. In the afternoon, visit the Hazratbal Shrine and the Jama Masjid. Go shopping for souvenirs in the local markets. End the day with a sunset view from the Shankaracharya Hill.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Wular Lake, the Manasbal Lake, and the Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary. For side trips, consider visiting Ladakh or the Amarnath Cave. To maximize your fun, try local Kashmiri cuisine, including Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and Kawa tea. Don't forget to try the local crafts such as Pashmina shawls and walnut wood carvings. And finally, make sure to interact with the friendly locals and learn about their culture and traditions.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dal Lake (1 day, 300 INR)
  • Gulmarg (1 day, 1500 INR)
  • Pahalgam (1 day, 1200 INR)
  • Yusmarg (1 day, 1000 INR)
  • Sonamarg (1 day, 1300 INR)
  • Martand Sun Temple (1 day, 500 INR)
  • Srinagar City Tour (1 day, 700 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 5500 INR
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