Srinagar Family Road Trip Nature Day Trip

Day 1: Nature Day Explorations

Srinagar, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Dal Lake

Embark on a serene Shikara boat ride and enjoy a traditional Kashmiri breakfast with the family amidst the floating market.
Head to Dal Lake by car or hired local transport.
INR 500, 2 hours

10:00AM

Shalimar Bagh

Visit the Mughal Garden of Shalimar Bagh with its terraced lawns, beautiful flowers, and stunning views of the Dal Lake.
Travel by car to Shalimar Bagh, approximately 20 minutes away.
INR 30, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Nishat Bagh

Have a picnic lunch at the picturesque Nishat Bagh, the 'Garden of Bliss', overlooking the Zabarwan Mountains.
Drive to Nishat Bagh, a short 10-minute drive from Shalimar Bagh.
INR 300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Shankaracharya Temple

Explore the ancient Shankaracharya Temple located on a hilltop offering panoramic views of Srinagar and the surrounding mountains.
Drive to the temple, around 30 minutes from Nishat Bagh.
INR 50, 1 hour

3:00PM

Hazratbal Shrine

Visit the Hazratbal Shrine, a revered Muslim shrine on the Northern shores of the Dal Lake, known for its peaceful ambiance.
Drive to the shrine, approximately 20 minutes away.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Pari Mahal

Head to the Pari Mahal, the 'Palace of Fairies', for a leisurely walk in the terraced garden with stunning views of the Dal Lake.
Drive to Pari Mahal, around 15 minutes from Hazratbal Shrine.
INR 20, 1 hour

6:00PM

Kheer Bhawani Temple

End the day with a visit to the Kheer Bhawani Temple, a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to the Goddess Ragnya Devi.
Drive to the temple, approximately 30 minutes from Pari Mahal.
Free, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner back at Dal Lake

Enjoy a delicious Kashmiri dinner on a houseboat as you watch the sunset over the tranquil waters of Dal Lake, ending the day on a peaceful note.
Return to Dal Lake for dinner, approximately 40 minutes from Kheer Bhawani Temple.
INR 800, 2 hours
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