5 nights across Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam, taking in the carved Avantipura temple ruins. Return flights and stays included.
Avantipura Ruins opens this 5-night Kashmir itinerary that links Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam. Travel runs through 4-star stays at a steady, family-friendly pace. Along the route there is time for the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake. A local team handles the ground logistics across Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam from start to finish.
What to see on a Kashmir trip
Sightseeing centres on the carved Avantipura temple ruins, the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake, the spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden and the hilltop Shankaracharya temple, drawn from 11 included activities across the 5 nights. One night is spent on a traditional Dal Lake houseboat.
Who this tour suits
Coverage runs to 5 nights in 4-star hotels, return airport transfers, 11 activities and daily breakfast. That mix suits families, couples and small groups who want Kashmir planned end to end. Lock in dates for Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam early, as the better rooms go first in season.
Trip Highlights
The carved Avantipura temple ruins
The Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh
Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake
The spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden
The hilltop Shankaracharya temple
Day 1: Pahalgam | Arrival & Check-in
Arrive in Pahalgam, transfer to the hotel and settle in for the stay.
Day 2: Pahalgam | Avantipura Ruins
Spend the day at the carved Avantipura temple ruins.
Day 3: Srinagar | Nishat Bagh
Today takes in the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake, the spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden and the hilltop Shankaracharya temple.
Day 4: Gulmarg | Gondola and Meadows
Ride the Gulmarg gondola up toward Apharwat and spend time on the high meadows and pine slopes.
Day 5: Srinagar | Dal Lake and Old City
Take a shikara ride on Dal Lake and walk the old-city lanes around the Jamia Masjid and Hazratbal shrine.
Day 6: Srinagar | Departure
Check out and transfer for your onward journey home.
Inclusions
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Deluxe Houseboats by Royal Group Holiday Selection (1 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Heevan Retreat - Gondola & Ski Slope Side - Alpine Luxury (1 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Heevan Pahalgam - River Front Luxury Retreat (2 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Radisson Srinagar (1 nights)
• Airport pickup and drop transfers
• Meals as per itinerary
• 11 activity passes (as per itinerary)
Avantipura Ruins opens this 5-night Kashmir itinerary that links Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam. Travel runs through 4-star stays at a steady, family-friendly pace. Along the route there is time for the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake. A local team handles the ground logistics across Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam from start to finish.
What to see on a Kashmir trip
Sightseeing centres on the carved Avantipura temple ruins, the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake, the spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden and the hilltop Shankaracharya temple, drawn from 11 included activities across the 5 nights. One night is spent on a traditional Dal Lake houseboat.
Who this tour suits
Coverage runs to 5 nights in 4-star hotels, return airport transfers, 11 activities and daily breakfast. That mix suits families, couples and small groups who want Kashmir planned end to end. Lock in dates for Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam early, as the better rooms go first in season.
Trip Highlights
The carved Avantipura temple ruins
The Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh
Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake
The spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden
The hilltop Shankaracharya temple
Itinerary
Day 01
Pahalgam | Arrival & Check-in
Arrive in Pahalgam, transfer to the hotel and settle in for the stay.
Overnight: Heevan Pahalgam - River Front Luxury Retreat
Day 02
Pahalgam | Avantipura Ruins
Spend the day at the carved Avantipura temple ruins.
Overnight: Heevan Pahalgam - River Front Luxury Retreat
Day 03
Srinagar | Nishat Bagh
Today takes in the Mughal terraces of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh laid out beside Dal Lake, the spring-fed Cheshma Shahi garden and the hilltop Shankaracharya temple.
Overnight: Deluxe Houseboats by Royal Group Holiday Selection
Day 04
Gulmarg | Gondola and Meadows
Ride the Gulmarg gondola up toward Apharwat and spend time on the high meadows and pine slopes.
Overnight: Heevan Pahalgam - River Front Luxury Retreat
Day 05
Srinagar | Dal Lake and Old City
Take a shikara ride on Dal Lake and walk the old-city lanes around the Jamia Masjid and Hazratbal shrine.
Overnight: Deluxe Houseboats by Royal Group Holiday Selection
Day 06
Srinagar | Departure
Check out and transfer for your onward journey home.
Cost Includes
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Deluxe Houseboats by Royal Group Holiday Selection (1 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Heevan Retreat - Gondola & Ski Slope Side - Alpine Luxury (1 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Heevan Pahalgam - River Front Luxury Retreat (2 nights)
• 4 Star-star hotel accommodation — Radisson Srinagar (1 nights)
• Airport pickup and drop transfers
• Meals as per itinerary
• 11 activity passes (as per itinerary)
Cost Excludes
• Airfare (book your own flights separately)
• Meals not mentioned in inclusions
• Personal expenses (laundry, tips, telephone, shopping)
• Entry fees to monuments/attractions unless specified
