Kashmir on a Budget

  • Srinagar 3 nights
  • Srinagar-Pahalgam- Gulmarg
  • Tour Itinerary
  • North India
  • Indus Holidays Bestseller
Suitable for

Family / Couple

Duration

3 Nights 4 Days

Category

Nature / Adventure

Package type

Customisable

This no frill package offers you a window to get up close with the magnificent mountains, extraordinary lake, charming Mughal gardens and all that which makes Kashmir the Paradise on Earth.

Starting from

9000

/person

Experience Highlights

  • Mountains
  • Dal lake
  • Mughal Garden
  • Spend a couple of nights in the capital city Srinagar, admiring the calm lakes and beautiful Mughal gardens
  • Visit the Meadow of flowers, Gulmarg
  • Fly over the picturesque snow-clad mountains in a Gondola (Optional)
  • Soak-in the beauty of alpine meadows of Pehalgam
  • Float on Dal lake in a Shikara

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Tour Summary

  • 4 Days
  • 3 Destinations
  • Short daily travel
  • Day 1 - Srinagar on Arrival
  • Day 2 - Gulmarg Day tour
  • Day 3 - Pahalgam Day tour
  • Day 4 - Departure from Srinagar

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

  • Arrive Srinagar - Local Sightseeing
  • Full Day
  • In Town

Ringed by an arc of mountains, the mesmerizingly placid Dal Lake with its colourful shikaras and bright array of stationary houseboats are Srinagar’s greatest draw. Add in its charming gardens, old town bazaars, apple orchards, soulful sufi shrines and feisty Kashmiri cuisine, you have one of India’s top romantic chillouts.

  • MORNING Meet Indus tour manager at the airport and proceed to your hotel.
  • Start at the charming Mughal gardens that dot Dal lake's eastern shore
  • Visit the Nishat garden, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi (consider Pari mahal), you won't be disappointed.
  • AFTERNOON Try out an authentic local Kashmiri lunch
  • Later, drive up to Shankaracharya Hill, which also affords you a scenic view of the entire lake city.
  • Optionally, take a shikara ride on the Dal Lake sipping on Kahwa tea (or save it for later)
  • In the evening, head to the Lal Chowk and the Polo View Market to indulge in shopping. for wool, silk, spices, souvenirs and more

Stay at Srinagar

Non AC Private Cab

Hotel Holiday Villa

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

If you are visiting in the month of April, you will be treated to rows of colourful tulips at Asia largest tulip garden.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kashmir

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Activity Add-ons

Day 2

  • Gulmarg (Day tour)
  • 2 hrs
  • 56 kms

The summer time ‘meadow of flowers’, Gulmarg, transforms every year into a white winter wonderland. Scenic snow covered slopes in the mighty himalayan backdrop, the Gondola - second highest cable car ride in the world and its winter adventure sports scene (read skiing) together make Gulmarg one compelling destination.

  • MORNING Take a drive through the countryside, ascend winding roads from Tangmarg to Gulmarg
  • Walk to the entry point of the Gondola cable car to phase-1 Kungdoor
  • At Phase 1, enjoy panoramic views of the valley, have lunch from local eateries or take up adventure sports like jet ski, sledging or snow boarding.
  • Alternatively, head straight to the much more splendid Phase-2 Gondala to Apharwat
  • Take a 2 km trek to Alpather frozen lake, consider a horseback ride or try skiing.
  • Head back to Gulmarg by Cable car
  • EVENING If time permits visit other sites like Nanga Parbat view point (Khilanmarg), strawberry fields, Gulmarg Golf course and more.
  • Drive down to Srinagar, enjoy dinner and relax at your hotel

Stay at Srinagar

Non AC Private Cab

Hotel Holiday Villa

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

If you arrive late at Gulmarg, better to go for Gondola rides next day morning.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kashmir

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 3

  • Pahalgam (Day tour)
  • 3 hrs
  • 96 kms

Surrounded by alpine peaks, blue-green streams tumble down deep-cut mountain valleys covered with giant conifers. Alongside this natural beauty is Pahalgam, a sprawling town at the river junction, popular as base for hiking, rafting, activities and for its access to multiple picturesque valley view points.

  • MORNING Drive along the countryside, enroute visit the the Saffron fields of pampore
  • Consider stops at Cricket bat units, apple orchards (seasonal) and the 1100 year-old temple ruins of Awantipura
  • Travel through dense pine forests to reach Pahalgam and relax for a while.
  • AFTERNOON Explore the valley including Baisaran on the popular 5 spots Pony trail
  • Alternatively, go for half day exploration on private vehicle to the scenic Aru, betaab valley and chandanwari
  • Evening enjoy the beauty of Lidder stream and indulge in shopping for pashmina shawls or wooden craft
  • Return to Srinagar for the night.

Stay at Srinagar

Non AC Private Cab

Hotel Holiday Villa

(See our stay selections)

Executive Cottage

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Pahalgam is also the starting point of the annual pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Pahalgam

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Activity Add-ons

Day 4

  • Departure from Srinagar
  • In Town

After breakfast, you will proceed to Airport on time for your onward destination or return home with wonderful memories of your holiday.

  • Consider an early morning visit to floating market or shopping.
  • If time permits for a day excursion consider a visit to Doodhpatri
  • Drop back at the Airport/Rail station.

Departure from Srinagar

Non AC Private Cab

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Due to strict security, you are requested to leave from the hotel at least 4 hours before the departure time. You will have to pass 4 security barriers enroute, this often leads to long traffic jams right outside the airport.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kashmir

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Offers & Packages

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  • Srinagar 3 nights
  • Srinagar-Pahalgam- Gulmarg

3 Nights Economy Package

Starting From

11000 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Deluxe Package

Starting From

12500 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Luxury Package

Starting From

15000 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Group Package

Starting From

8500 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

We handle each booking individually to get best possible prices and inclusions. This means our negotiating power can often lower prices or get more inclusions than indicated here. Give us a try!

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