A Day in the Paradise: Kashmir Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Srinagar

Srinagar, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Café Style

Start your day with a traditional Kashmiri breakfast at the famous 'Café Style', known for its Rogan Josh and Lassi, offering a delicious preview of the local flavors.
Located in the heart of Srinagar, and easily accessible.
INR400, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Mughal Gardens

After breakfast, head to the stunning Mughal Gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, which showcase exquisite landscapes and breathtaking views of Dal Lake.
Take a short cab ride or a local bus from Café Style to the gardens, roughly 20 minutes.
INR100, 2 hours

10:30AM

Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

Indulge in a peaceful shikara ride on Dal Lake, where you can admire the floating gardens and vibrant houseboats that Kashmir is famous for.
Board your shikara from the nearby ghat; a local vendor will assist you.
INR800, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Gandhi Memorial

Enjoy a delightful Kashmiri Wazwan at 'Gandhi Memorial', known for its sumptuous lunch spread, featuring dishes like Yakhni and Dum Aloo.
It's a short 15-minute walk from Dal Lake's disembarkation point.
INR600, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Explore Local Markets

Post-lunch, wander through local markets such as Lal Chowk, where you can shop for exquisite Pashmina shawls and handcrafted souvenirs.
Easily walkable from Gandhi Memorial, approximately 10 minutes away.
Free, but shopping costs may vary, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Shankaracharya Temple

Climb up to Shankaracharya Temple, perched on a hilltop, and enjoy panoramic views of the entire Srinagar city and Dal Lake.
Take a short taxi ride of about 10 minutes to reach the base of the hill.
INR50, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Sunset at Pari Mahal

Savor the enchanting sunset at Pari Mahal, a historic garden that offers stunning vistas, particularly as the sun sets over the mountains.
A quick taxi ride from Shankaracharya Temple, around 15 minutes away.
INR20, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at The Chinar

Conclude your day with dinner at 'The Chinar', where you can enjoy traditional Kashmiri dishes while overlooking the serene landscape.
A 20-minute drive from Pari Mahal back to the city center.
INR800, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Evening Stroll

End your day with an evening stroll along the banks of Dal Lake, allowing the cool breeze and the reflections in the water to bring peace to your day.
Head directly to Dal Lake, which is nearby.
Free, 1 hour
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