A 7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Kashmir in June 2023

1. Day 1: Srinagar
   20 minutes (9.5 km) from Srinagar International Airport

   Experience the beauty of Dal Lake with a Shikara ride in the morning. Head to Shankaracharya Hill for a picturesque view of the city. Spend the evening enjoying a traditional Kashmiri Wazwan meal at Mughal Darbar restaurant.

2. Day 2: Gulmarg
   1 hour 45 minutes (56 km) from Srinagar

   Visit the famous Gulmarg Gondola ride to enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas. Take a leisurely walk in the beautiful Gulmarg golf course and enjoy a cup of kahwa at the local tea stall. End the day with skiing or snowboarding (depending on the snow) at the Gulmarg ski resort.

3. Day 3: Pahalgam
   2 hours 40 minutes (96 km) from Gulmarg

   Explore the scenic beauty of Betaab Valley and Aru Valley in the morning. Enjoy a horse ride to Baisaran Valley and spend time enjoying the natural beauty. End your day at the Pahalgam Club with a game of golf or a relaxing dip in the swimming pool.

4. Day 4: Sonamarg
   2 hours 20 minutes (80 km) from Pahalgam

   Begin your day with a visit to the Thajiwas Glacier and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Take a pony ride to explore the scenic beauty of the area. End the day with a visit to the Gadsar Lake and enjoy a picnic with your family.

5. Day 5: Srinagar
   2 hours (80 km) from Sonamarg

   Explore the famous Mughal gardens of Srinagar including Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashma Shahi. Enjoy a Kashmiri Kahwa and snacks at the famous Mughal Darbar restaurant. End the day with some shopping in the local markets of Srinagar.

6. Day 6: Yusmarg
   1 hour 30 minutes (47 km) from Srinagar

   Enjoy a leisurely walk in the natural beauty of Yusmarg, including a visit to the Nilnag Lake and Sang-e-Safed Valley. Take a pony ride to Doodhpathri and enjoy a picnic with your family. End the day with some trout fishing in the Doodh Ganga river.

7. Day 7: Srinagar
   1 hour 10 minutes (21 km) from Yusmarg

   Visit the famous Hazratbal Shrine in the morning and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Dal Lake. Take a walk in the old city of Srinagar and visit the famous Jama Masjid. End your day with some shopping in the local markets of Srinagar.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider taking a side trip to the beautiful Dachigam National Park. You can also enjoy a Kashmiri Wazwan cooking class, or go on a trek to explore the natural beauty of Kashmir. To maximize your fun, try attending a local festival, such as the Tulip Festival or the Shikara Festival. Lastly, make sure to try some local Kashmiri cuisine like Rogan Josh or Gushtaba.

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