Srinagar - India-7-day-itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar

  • Morning: Arrive at Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport (SXR) in Srinagar.
  • 9:00 AM: Proceed to your hotel for check-in. Recommended hotels:
    • Hotel Heevan (Rs. 3,000 - Rs. 5,000 per night)
    • The Grand Palace (Rs. 4,500 - Rs. 7,000 per night)
    • Villa Montecarlo (Rs. 2,500 - Rs. 4,000 per night)
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch at local restaurant:
    • Kebabs and More
    • Mughal Darbar Restaurant
    • Cafe Oasis
  • Afternoon: Visit the famous Shankaracharya Temple (Dakshinashwara Mahadev) - a 11th-century temple with stunning views of Srinagar. Hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw from your hotel.
  • Evening: Enjoy Shikara ride on Dal Lake - book in advance to avoid last-minute hassles.

Day 2: Explore Srinagar City

  • 9:00 AM: Visit the Mughal Gardens at Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, beautiful examples of Islamic garden architecture.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch at one of the following restaurants:
    • Khana Khazana
    • Paradise Garden Restaurant
    • The Grand Plaza Hotel’s restaurant
  • Afternoon: Visit the Srinagar Museum to learn about the history and culture of Kashmir.
  • Evening: Enjoy traditional Kashmiri cuisine and folk music performance at a local eatery.

Day 3: Gulmarg Day Trip

  • 9:00 AM: Depart for Gulmarg (45-60 minutes by car) - one of India’s premier ski resorts in winter, and a haven for nature lovers year-round.
  • 10:00 AM: Take a cable car ride to the top of Mount Apharwat (Rs. 400 per person).
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant:
    • The Grill Restaurant
    • Himalayan Restaurant
    • Snow View Restaurant
  • Afternoon: Visit the Gulmarg Golf Course and enjoy horse-riding, or simply take in the breathtaking views.
  • Evening: Return to Srinagar.

Day 4: Day Trip to Sonamarg

  • 9:00 AM: Depart for Sonamarg (2 hours by car) - a scenic hill station at an altitude of 3,000 meters.
  • 10:30 AM: Visit the Thajwas Glacier and enjoy horse-riding or trekking in the surrounding meadows.
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant:
    • Cafe Monalisa
    • Khazana Restaurant
    • Hotel Alpen Echo’s restaurant
  • Afternoon: Explore the valley, visit the Shepherds’ huts and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

Day 5: Yousmarg Day Trip

  • 9:00 AM: Depart for Yousmarg (1 hour by car) - a picturesque hill station at an altitude of 2,500 meters.
  • 10:30 AM: Visit the Nilagrad River and enjoy trekking or horse-riding in the surrounding meadows.
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant:
    • Cafe Saffron
    • The Village Restaurant
    • Hotel Shepherds’ Inn’s restaurant

Day 6: Explore Srinagar City

  • 9:00 AM: Visit the famous Hazratbal Shrine, one of Islam’s most revered shrines.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch at a local eatery:
    • Karvaan Restaurant
    • Bhatkoti Cafe
    • Hotel Pahalgam’s restaurant
  • Afternoon: Explore the city, visit the Fatah Sahib shopping complex, and enjoy some souvenir shopping.

Day 7: Departure from Srinagar

  • 9:00 AM: Check-out of your hotel.
  • 10:00 AM: Depart for Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport (SXR) for your return journey.