Best of Kashmir Tour Itinerary

If you are planning to travel to Kashmir by air, you have to take a flight to Srinagar. Start your trip from Srinagar as it is easily accessible from all corners of the country. Srinagar is known for the beautiful Dal Lake and the houseboat stays. Check in to your luxury houseboat and relax for some time amid the beauty of nature.

Experience the beauty of Dal Lake with a Shikara ride, and this is surely going to be an unforgettable experience for you. Visit Shalimar Bagh, it is another major attraction of Srinagar, a Mughal Garden famous for its Mughal architecture, vibrant flowers, and its historical importance. Enjoy a local Kashmiri dinner in Srinagar and do not forget to shop for saffron, dry fruits, Pheran, and more from the local markets.

Gulmarg is a chilly place that is known for its snow sports and mainly the gondola ride. Enjoy the Gondola ride in Gulmarg, it is one of the world’s highest cable cars and you are going to thoroughly enjoy the experience of this ride and remember it for the rest of your lives.

Try some snow sports as well, as Gulmarg is famous for its adventurous snow sports. You can try skiing or snowboarding. If you are a golf freak or would like to experience golf, you can also pay a visit to the Gulmarg Golf Course.

Pahalgam is a destination full of greenery. The lush green meadows of the Aru valley in the Pahalgam look stunning in all seasons. Pahalgam is also known as the “Valley of Shepherds” and every view is majestic here. You can reach here in just 2.5-3 hours by road.

Start exploring Pahalgam with Aru Valley. You have a lot of activities to enjoy here. Try a pony ride and other fun activities, and enjoy the beauty of the valley. Visit another valley in Pahalgam, known as the ‘Betaab Valley’. It is said that the valley is named after the popular Bollywood movie, ‘Betaab’ as the movie was shot there. Enjoy the serene ambiance of the valley and click a lot of pictures.

Explore the local market of Pahalgam, you will get to experience the local culture of the place and buy souvenirs for your loved ones from these markets.

Kupwara is not a very commercial but an isolated destination, an ideal place for people who are looking for someplace away from the hustle of the city. Experience camping in the Bangus Valley in Kupwara and experience a raw vacation in the lush green meadows of the valley.

For nature lovers, Kupwara is the best outing destination. Lolab Valley in Kupwara is surrounded by dense forests, explore and have some really good hikes in the forest with the help of locals.

If your trip is planned around the month of April, you cannot miss visiting Pulwama. Pulwama is known for Asia’s highest tulip gardens, which are so captivating, and you might have never experienced something like this before. April is the correct month because tulips are in full bloom in this season.

If you are visiting Pulwama with your partner, what is going to be more romantic than strolling in these colorful tulip gardens holding the hand of your partner? Visit the hunting place of the Mughal emperors, known as Shikargarh. This place looks so green and serene, a day outing here is going to be super fun, enjoy a lovely picnic here with your loved ones.

Start your city tour with Shankaracharya Temple, the temple is situated at a place that gives you a panoramic view of the city. This is going to be an extraordinary experience. Your Kashmir trip cannot be completed without visiting the old city of Srinagar and especially the Jama Masjid. Enjoy the local Kashmiri food here.

If you are a non-vegetarian, you must try the Rogan Josh. Also, do try the Kahwa, which is a local drink. Spend your last evening in Srinagar at the beautiful Dal Lake and head to the airport to catch your flight.