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Kashmir Essentials

The valley's finest in four days: Mughal gardens, Sonamarg and Pahalgam, with a night on Dal Lake.

From₹11,880per person, party of two

3 nights · rates indicative, reconfirmed in your quotation

Preferred privilegesOnce you connect with a Ghumo Phiro travel specialist, we are delighted to extend preferred pricing, seasonal privileges and considered complimentary touches, shaped around your party and your dates.

Day by day

  1. 1

    Arrival in Srinagar · The Mughal Gardens

    Welcomed at Srinagar airport and transferred to your hotel. The day's tour takes in the great Mughal gardens on the shores of Dal Lake: Shalimar, Nishat and Chashme Shahi, along with the botanical garden, the Tulip Garden (in bloom in spring) and the Shankaracharya Temple, all set against the Zabarwan Hills. Dinner and overnight in Srinagar.

  2. 2

    Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar

    After breakfast, a day excursion to Sonamarg, the 'Meadow of Gold', in the Sindh Valley. Wildflowers and mountains frame the setting, and it is the base for treks to the high Himalayan lakes. Ride on horseback to Thajiwas Glacier or sledge on the snow (payable directly). Return to Srinagar in the evening.

  3. 3

    Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar

    Drive to Pahalgam, the 'Valley of Shepherds'. Along the way, see the saffron fields of Pampore and the Awantipura ruins, a 1,100-year-old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantivarman. Wander beside the Lidder stream and along pony trails with mountain views, then return to Srinagar.

  4. 4

    Departure

    Transfer to Srinagar airport. From the meadows of Gulmarg to the valleys of Pahalgam and Sonamarg, you leave with the memory of Kashmir's lakes, springs and mountain peaks.

Rates

Per person, by size of party · hotel and transport taxes included

Semi DeluxeDeluxeSuper Deluxe
2 guests₹11,880₹14,380₹15,630
4 guests₹9,000₹11,250₹12,250
6 guests₹8,630₹10,630₹11,880
8 guests₹8,380₹11,130₹12,250
10 guests₹8,130₹10,500₹11,750
12 guests₹7,750₹10,000₹11,250
14 guests₹7,500₹9,880₹11,130
  • · Rates are indicative, quoted for the 2026 season, and are reconfirmed in your written quotation.
  • · Each row is the per-person rate for a party of that size travelling together.
  • · Guest-paid extras on the ground (indicative): Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 ₹950 and Phase 2 ₹1,250 per person; Sonamarg pony to Thajiwas Glacier ₹2,500–3,500; Pahalgam local taxi to Aru, Chandanwari and Betaab from ₹3,000; Baisaran pony ₹2,500; snow-chain vehicle Tangmarg–Gulmarg in winter ₹4,500 per vehicle.
  • · Preferred pricing and privileges are extended once you connect with a Ghumo Phiro travel specialist.

Where you will stay

Choose the category that suits you; properties are as listed or similar of equal standard.

Semi Deluxe

  • Srinagar, 2 nights: Hotel Novella Residency / City Residency or similar
  • Dal Lake, 1 night: Standard houseboat or similar

Deluxe

  • Srinagar, 2 nights: Hotel Vilasta / Shaf Excellency / The Karims or similar
  • Dal Lake, 1 night: Deluxe houseboat or similar

Super Deluxe

  • Srinagar, 2 nights: Hotel Spring City Inn / GM Castle / Heritage Luxury or similar
  • Dal Lake, 1 night: Super Deluxe houseboat or similar

Highlights

  • · Mughal gardens of Srinagar
  • · Sonamarg and Pahalgam
  • · Houseboat night on Dal Lake
  • · Shikara ride on Dal Lake

Included

  • · 3 nights: 2 in Srinagar and 1 on a Dal Lake houseboat
  • · Accommodation in the hotels listed, or similar
  • · Breakfast and dinner daily (Modified American Plan)
  • · All sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • · Private vehicle for the entire journey: Swift or Etios (2–4 guests), Innova (4–7), Tempo Traveller (7–10)
  • · A 60-minute Shikara ride on Dal Lake
  • · Hotel and transport taxes, tolls, parking and driver allowances
  • · 24×7 travel assistance

Not included

  • · Air and rail fares
  • · Travel insurance
  • · Garden entrance fees and guide charges, where applicable
  • · Local union taxis for sightseeing within Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg
  • · Gondola, pony and horse rides, safaris, rafting, skiing, skating, helicopter rides and other activities, payable directly
  • · Snow-chain vehicle from Tangmarg to Gulmarg in winter
  • · Air-conditioning in the vehicle (available at a supplement)
  • · Tips, laundry, room service, telephone, beverages and room-heater charges