Kashmir Summer Grand (7 Nights & 8 Days)
Overview
Our most complete valley tour, covering every major spot. This 7N / 8D Kashmir tour is fully customizable β the itinerary, category of hotels and travel dates can all be tailored to you. You travel with a trusted local team, comfortable hand-picked stays and a private cab throughout, so you can enjoy the valley at a relaxed, well-planned pace with no hidden costs.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar
Arrive at Srinagar airport, meet our representative and transfer to your houseboat on Dal Lake. Evening at leisure with a welcome shikara ride.
Day 2: Houseboat & Dal Lake
A relaxed morning on the houseboat, visit the floating vegetable market at sunrise and enjoy a shikara ride across Dal Lake.
Day 3: Srinagar local sightseeing
Visit the Mughal Gardens β Nishat, Shalimar and Chashme Shahi β Shankaracharya Temple and the local markets for pashmina and walnut-wood crafts.
Day 4: Srinagar to Gulmarg
Drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. Ride the famous gondola cable-car and soak in views of snow-capped peaks. Overnight in Gulmarg or back to Srinagar.
Day 5: Srinagar to Pahalgam
Drive to Pahalgam via the saffron fields of Pampore and apple orchards. Explore Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari.
Day 6: Day trip to Sonmarg
Excursion to Sonmarg, the meadow of gold and gateway to Himalayan glaciers. Optional pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier.
Day 7: Doodhpathri excursion
Day trip to the lush, quieter meadows of Doodhpathri with its streams and rolling green slopes.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport for your onward journey with sweet memories of the valley.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- β Accommodation in hotels + a deluxe houseboat
- β Daily breakfast & dinner
- β Private air-conditioned cab for all transfers & sightseeing
- β Complimentary welcome shikara ride
- β All toll, parking and driver charges
- β All applicable taxes
- β Airport pick-up & drop
- β Airfare / train fare
- β Gondola cable-car & entry tickets
- β Lunch
- β Pony / palki / helicopter charges where applicable
- β Personal expenses & tips
- β Anything not mentioned in inclusions