Here’s a 5 Nights and 6 Days itinerary for a trip from Mumbai to Kashmir:
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar
- Flight from your place to Srinagar
- Catch a morning flight from your place to Srinagar.
- Check-in at Houseboat/Hotel
- Arrive in Srinagar and check-in at your houseboat or hotel.
- Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
- In the evening, enjoy a serene Shikara ride on Dal Lake, visiting floating gardens and the famous Char Chinar.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 2: Srinagar – Gulmarg
- Drive to Gulmarg (Approx. 2 hours)
- After breakfast, depart for Gulmarg, famous for its scenic landscapes and winter sports.
- Gondola Ride
- Take the world-famous Gulmarg Gondola ride up to Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak for breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
- Explore Gulmarg
- Visit Maharani Temple and St. Mary’s Church.
- If visiting in winter, you can try skiing or snowboarding.
- Overnight stay in Gulmarg.
Day 3: Gulmarg – Pahalgam
- Drive to Pahalgam (Approx. 4-5 hours)
- After breakfast, leave for Pahalgam, a scenic valley known for its lush greenery and rivers.
- Betaab Valley
- En route, visit the famous Betaab Valley, known for its Bollywood connections and stunning beauty.
- Check-in at Hotel in Pahalgam
- Leisure Time
- Stroll along the Lidder River or explore the local markets.
- Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 4: Pahalgam – Srinagar
- Aru Valley & Baisaran
- Spend the morning exploring Aru Valley or go for an optional pony ride to Baisaran Valley, also known as Mini Switzerland.
- Drive back to Srinagar
- After exploring Pahalgam, drive back to Srinagar.
- Mughal Gardens Tour
- Visit the famous Mughal Gardens: Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 5: Srinagar – Sonamarg
- Day Trip to Sonamarg (Approx. 2-3 hours)
- After breakfast, drive to Sonamarg, also known as the Meadow of Gold.
- Thajiwas Glacier
- You can opt for a pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier or enjoy the stunning views of snow-capped peaks and alpine meadows.
- Return to Srinagar
- In the evening, return to Srinagar.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 6: Departure from Srinagar
- Local Market & Handicrafts
- Depending on your flight time, you can visit the local handicraft market for souvenirs.
- Transfer to Srinagar Airport
- Catch your flight back to your place with beautiful memories of Kashmir.