Srinagar - India-6-day-itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar

  • Morning: Arrive at Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR)
  • Transportation: Take a taxi or shuttle from the airport to your hotel (approximately 30-40 minutes, INR 200-300)
  • Where to stay: Hotel Pine Palace (3-star) or similar
  • Breakfast: Have breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant or try some local cuisine like Halwa and Kahwah at a nearby café
  • Places to go: Visit the beautiful Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Bagh (open from 9 am to 5 pm)
  • Lunch: Try some traditional Kashmiri food at Hotel Pine Palace’s restaurant or take an order from a local eatery
  • Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk around the gardens and enjoy the serene atmosphere
  • Things to know:
    • Be respectful of the local culture and customs, especially when visiting mosques and temples.
    • Try to haggle while shopping at the local markets for a better price.
    • Don’t drink tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water.

Day 2: Srinagar City Tour

  • Morning: Start your day with breakfast at the hotel
  • Transportation: Take a taxi (approximately INR 500-700) or use public transport like buses (INR 5-10) to reach the city center
  • Places to go:
    • Visit the stunning Jamia Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India
    • Explore the bustling markets and bazaars for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and souvenirs
    • Stop by the Shankaracharya Temple (open from 6 am to 7 pm)
  • Lunch: Enjoy some local street food or take an order at a nearby eatery
  • Afternoon: Visit the Srinagar City Centre for shopping, dining, and people-watching

Day 3: Gulmarg Day Trip

  • Morning: Take breakfast at the hotel
  • Transportation: Hire a taxi (approximately INR 800-1000) or take a public bus (INR 20-30) to reach Gulmarg (approximately 1 hour)
  • Places to go:
    • Visit the breathtakingly beautiful Gulmarg ski resort and meadows
    • Take a gondola ride (optional) for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
    • Enjoy horse riding or trekking in the picturesque landscape
  • Lunch: Try some local cuisine at a nearby eatery or take an order from your hotel
  • Afternoon: Return to Srinagar and spend some time relaxing at the hotel

Day 4: Pahalgam Day Trip

  • Morning: Have breakfast at the hotel
  • Transportation: Take a taxi (approximately INR 1000-1200) or public bus (INR 20-30) to reach Pahalgam (approximately 2 hours)
  • Places to go:
    • Visit the picturesque Betaab Valley for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains
    • Explore the tranquil Lidder River and take a leisurely walk along its banks
    • Stop by the Pahalgam Golf Course (optional) for a game or simply to enjoy the scenery
  • Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine at a nearby eatery or take an order from your hotel
  • Afternoon: Return to Srinagar and spend some time relaxing at the hotel

Day 5: Houseboat Stay

  • Morning: Take breakfast at the hotel
  • Transportation: Hire a taxi (approximately INR 500-700) or public bus (INR 10-20) to reach Dal Lake (approximately 30 minutes)
  • Where to stay: Stay on a traditional Kashmiri houseboat for a night, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake
  • Places to go:
    • Visit the Nishat Garden (open from 9 am to 5 pm)
    • Take a leisurely walk around Dal Lake and enjoy the serene atmosphere
    • Stop by the Shankaracharya Temple (open from 6 am to 7 pm) for some last-minute sightseeing
  • Lunch: Enjoy some local cuisine on the houseboat or take an order at a nearby eatery

Day 6: Departure

  • Morning: Have breakfast on the houseboat
  • Transportation: Take a taxi (approximately INR 200-300) or shuttle from Dal Lake to Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR)
  • Departure: Depart for your onward destination, bringing back memories of your amazing Srinagar trip.