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5-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Srinagar
    18 minutes (11.3 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    Start your day with a visit to the famous Mughal Gardens. Explore the Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, which are both breathtaking with their vibrant colors of flowers. Have a romantic Shikara ride on Dal Lake in the afternoon, and watch the sunset. End your evening with a warm cup of Kahwa, a traditional Kashmiri tea, accompanied by some local savories.

  2. Day 2: Pahalgam
    2 hours 35 minutes (93 km) from Srinagar

    Drive to Pahalgam, which is known as the valley of shepherds. Visit the picturesque Betaab Valley, named after a Bollywood film shot here. Horseback ride at the Aru Valley in the afternoon. End your day with a romantic candle-lit dinner at The Chinar Resort & Spa.

  3. Day 3: Gulmarg
    3 hours 5 minutes (118 km) from Pahalgam

    Drive to Gulmarg, known as the meadow of flowers. Take a romantic Gondola ride to Khilanmarg for a spectacular view of the mountains. Go on a short trek to the Alpather Lake in the afternoon. End your day with a cozy bonfire at the Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa.

  4. Day 4: Sonmarg
    3 hours (100 km) from Gulmarg

    Drive to Sonmarg, known as the golden meadow. Visit the Thajiwas Glacier in the morning, which provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Go on a pony ride in the afternoon to explore the meadow. End your day with a romantic walk along the Sindh River.

  5. Day 5: Srinagar
    2 hours 35 minutes (98 km) from Sonmarg

    Drive back to Srinagar and visit the Hazratbal Shrine in the morning. Have a traditional Wazwan lunch at Mughal Darbar. Visit the Shankaracharya Hill Temple in the afternoon for a panoramic view of the city. End your honeymoon with a romantic dinner at the Cafe De Linz.

Recommendations

Do not miss out on visiting the floating vegetable market on Dal Lake if you have time. Take a side trip to Kokernag, known for its natural springs and botanical gardens. Try out some local Kashmiri handicrafts and souvenirs at the Residency Road Market. Do not forget to try out the traditional Kashmiri cuisine and tea at Ahdoos or Mughal Darbar.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mughal Gardens (2-3 hours, ₹500)
  • Shikara ride (1-2 hours, ₹700)
  • Betaab Valley (2-3 hours, ₹200)
  • Horseback riding (1-2 hours, ₹1000)
  • Gondola ride (2-3 hours, ₹1500)
  • Trekking (3-4 hours, ₹300)
  • Pony ride (1-2 hours, ₹700)
  • Thajiwas Glacier (2-3 hours, ₹500)
  • Hazratbal Shrine (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Wazwan Lunch at Mughal Darbar (1-2 hours, ₹1200)
  • Shankaracharya Hill Temple (1-2 hours, ₹100)
  • Dinner at Cafe De Linz (2-3 hours, ₹1500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹8700
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