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6-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Kashmir in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Srinagar
    20 minutes (11.4 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh. In the afternoon, take a shikara ride on Dal Lake and explore the floating market. In the evening, visit the Hazratbal Shrine and enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.

  2. Day 2: Sonamarg
    2 hours 30 minutes (80 km) from Srinagar

    Drive to Sonamarg, also known as the 'Meadow of Gold'. In the morning, trek to Thajiwas Glacier and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the afternoon, take a horse ride to visit the nearby waterfalls. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire and dinner at the hotel.

  3. Day 3: Pahalgam
    4 hours 30 minutes (159 km) from Sonamarg

    Drive to Pahalgam, also known as the 'Valley of Shepherds'. In the morning, visit the Betaab Valley and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Aru Valley and explore the local markets. In the evening, enjoy dinner and a cultural show at the hotel.

  4. Day 4: Gulmarg
    2 hours 40 minutes (142 km) from Pahalgam

    Drive to Gulmarg, also known as the 'Meadow of Flowers'. In the morning, take a gondola ride to the first phase of the Apharwat peak and enjoy the panoramic views. In the afternoon, go skiing or snowboarding at the Gulmarg Ski Resort. In the evening, enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.

  5. Day 5: Srinagar
    1 hour 50 minutes (52 km) from Gulmarg

    Return to Srinagar in the morning and visit the Shankaracharya Temple and the Jama Masjid. In the afternoon, explore the old city and visit the local markets. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kashmiri dinner at a local restaurant.

  6. Day 6: Yusmarg
    2 hours 30 minutes (47 km) from Srinagar

    Drive to Yusmarg, also known as the 'Meadow of Jesus'. In the morning, go for a nature walk and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the afternoon, go horse riding and explore the nearby forests. In the evening, return to Srinagar and enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Wular Lake, Manasbal Lake and the Lolab Valley. You can also consider taking a side trip to the Amarnath Cave or the Tarsar Marsar Trek. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, attend a cultural or folk music show and take lots of photographs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mughal Gardens (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Shikara ride (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Hazratbal Shrine (1 hour, free entry)
  • Thajiwas Glacier trek (4-5 hours, INR 2500)
  • Horse ride in Sonamarg (2-3 hours, INR 1500)
  • Betaab Valley (2-3 hours, INR 50)
  • Aru Valley (2-3 hours, INR 500)
  • Gondola ride in Gulmarg (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Skiing or snowboarding in Gulmarg (4-5 hours, INR 3000)
  • Shankaracharya Temple (1 hour, free entry)
  • Jama Masjid (1 hour, free entry)
  • Yusmarg nature walk (2-3 hours, INR 500)
  • Horse riding in Yusmarg (2-3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and travel): INR 10,540
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