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Srinagar Family-Friendly 6-Day Itinerary in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Shalimar Bagh
    30 minutes (7.5 km) from Srinagar International Airport

    In the morning, stroll through the beautiful terraced Mughal garden built by Emperor Jahangir for his wife Nur Jahan. Admire the stunning views of Dal Lake and the Zabarwan Mountains. In the afternoon, take a shikara ride on Dal Lake and visit the Floating Market. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kashmiri Wazwan dinner at Mughal Darbar.

  2. Day 2: Nishat Bagh
    20 minutes (5.1 km) from Shalimar Bagh

    Start your day at the second-largest Mughal garden in the valley. Enjoy a cup of Kahwa in the garden's tea house as you take in the tranquil surroundings. In the afternoon, visit the Hazratbal Shrine, which houses a holy relic of the Prophet Muhammad. In the evening, head to the Zero Bridge for a sunset view of the Jhelum river.

  3. Day 3: Pari Mahal
    30 minutes (9.3 km) from Nishat Bagh

    Visit the "Palace of the Fairies" in the morning, situated on a hill overlooking Srinagar. Take a guided tour to learn about the history of the monument and its architecture. In the afternoon, visit the Shankaracharya Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy a cup of Kashmiri kahwa at the Mughal Gardens.

  4. Day 4: Dal Lake
    20 minutes (5.4 km) from Pari Mahal

    In the morning, take a shikara ride to Char Chinar island. Admire the four ancient Chinar trees that give the island its name. In the afternoon, visit the Chashme Shahi Gardens and its famous natural spring. In the evening, enjoy a Kashmiri music and dance performance at the Tagore Hall.

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

    Take a scenic drive to the "Meadow of Gold" in the morning. Enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas and the Thajiwas Glacier. In the afternoon, go trekking or horse riding in the valley. In the evening, head back to Srinagar and have dinner at the famous Ahdoos restaurant.

  6. Day 6: Dachigam National Park
    50 minutes (22.5 km) from Sonamarg

    Explore the beautiful wildlife sanctuary in the morning. Take a guided tour of the park and try to spot the rare Kashmir stag, Himalayan black bear, and leopard. In the afternoon, head back to Srinagar and visit the Jama Masjid mosque. In the evening, shop for souvenirs in the Lal Chowk market.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Pahalgam Valley or Gulmarg. You can also try out some adventure sports like skiing, snowboarding, and paragliding. To maximize your fun, make sure to sample the local cuisine, including Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, and Tabak Maaz. We recommend booking your hotels and flights through this link for the best prices and deals.

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