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Bengaluru, Kashmir Honeymoon Itinerary - July 2023

  1. Day 1: Dal Lake
    45 minutes (25 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    Enjoy a romantic shikara ride at sunrise or sunset. Visit the floating vegetable market and the Char Chinar island. Stay in a houseboat and indulge in authentic Kashmiri cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Gulmarg
    2 hours, 30 minutes (55 km) from Dal Lake

    Take a gondola ride to the peak of Apharwat for breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a picnic amidst alpine forests. Try your hand at skiing or snowboarding.

  3. Day 3: Pahalgam
    3 hours, 30 minutes (95 km) from Gulmarg

    Visit the Betaab Valley and Chandanwari for stunning scenery. Go for a horse ride or trek to the Kolahoi glacier. Spend the evening at a cozy cafe with a cup of kahwa.

  4. Day 4: Sonamarg
    4 hours, 30 minutes (130 km) from Pahalgam

    Explore the Thajiwas glacier and take a pony ride to the Krishnasar Lake. Try river rafting in the Sindh river. Enjoy a romantic dinner at a local restaurant.

  5. Day 5: Nishat Bagh
    1 hour (12 km) from Dal Lake

    Visit the beautiful Mughal garden and take a stroll amidst the fountains and flowers. Enjoy a cup of tea with a view of the Dal Lake. Head to the historic Shankaracharya temple for sunset.

  6. Day 6: Hazratbal Shrine
    30 minutes (10 km) from Nishat Bagh

    Visit the sacred shrine and learn about the history of the Islamic relic. Enjoy a picnic at the nearby Naseem Bagh. Head to the Lal Chowk market for souvenir shopping.

  7. Day 7: Shalimar Bagh
    30 minutes (8 km) from Hazratbal Shrine

    Visit the serene garden and admire the architecture and water features. Take a boat ride around the lake. Enjoy your last evening with a romantic dinner at a lakeside restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the nearby Aru Valley or spending an extra day in Gulmarg to fully experience the winter sports. For a unique experience, try a Kashmiri cooking class or a traditional Kashmiri wedding ceremony. Don't miss the opportunity to try the local saffron and walnut products.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dal Lake shikara ride (2 hours, £30)
  • Gondola ride in Gulmarg (4 hours, £50)
  • Trekking in Pahalgam (6 hours, £40)
  • Pony ride in Sonamarg (3 hours, £20)
  • Entry fee to Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh (£5 each)
  • Transportation costs for 7 days (£150)
  • Total Estimated Costs (£345)
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