Kashmir by Air: 5N Snow-Fed Valleys Of Kashmir

6 Days 5 Nights

Spend 5 nights and 6 days across Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam, from a shikara ride across Dal Lake to easy days at your own pace. Flights, 3 star hotels, daily

Why This Trip

This 5-night, 6-day journey through the snow-fed valleys of Kashmir brings together Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam in one well-paced plan. You move from Srinagar to Pahalgam without the hassle of arranging your own transport, hotels or routing. Private transfers connect each leg, and the daily plan leaves space to wander.

What You'll See and Do

Expect to take in a shikara ride across Dal Lake, the terraced Nishat and Shalimar Bagh, the Gulmarg Gondola to Apharwat Peak, the green meadow bowl ringed by deodar pines, the Lidder River banks and Betaab Valley. Between sights, local food is part of the experience — try kahwa tea. Sightseeing is included as listed, and free time is built in so the days never feel like a checklist.

Where You'll Stay

You'll be in 3 Star hotels: Hotel Royal Plaza (10 min Walk to Dal Lake) (1 night); Hotel Gulmarg House (1 night); RIVIERA By Mountview - RiverFront (2 nights); Hotel Royal Plaza (10 min Walk to Dal Lake) (1 night). Rooms come with daily breakfast, so mornings start without a scramble and evenings end with a proper meal.

Travel and Transfers

Airport or station pickup, drop and air-conditioned intercity transfers are included, so you never have to negotiate a ride or hunt for directions.

Ready to Go

Dates and prices vary by departure, and popular slots fill quickly. Talk to Kangaroo Travels to lock in your preferred date and tailor the plan to your group. With Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam on a single itinerary and the logistics already arranged, this is an easy way to experience Kashmir without the planning load — well suited to families, couples and first-time visitors who want a smooth, memorable trip.

Trip Highlights

• Take in a shikara ride across Dal Lake
• Explore Gulmarg: the Gulmarg Gondola to Apharwat Peak
• 3 Star stays with daily breakfast
• Airport pickup, drop and AC transfers included
• 5 nights across Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam

Day 1: Srinagar — Dal Lake & Mughal Gardens

Arrive in Srinagar and settle into your hotel. See a shikara ride across Dal Lake, the terraced Nishat and Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi spring. Make time for kahwa tea before the day winds down.

Day 2: Srinagar — Dal Lake & Mughal Gardens

A full day to explore Srinagar. See a shikara ride across Dal Lake, the terraced Nishat and Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi spring. Make time for kahwa tea before the day winds down.

Day 3: Pahalgam — Lidder Valley & Pine Forests

A full day to explore Pahalgam. Today's highlight is Avantipura Ruins. Make time for grilled trout before the day winds down.

Day 4: Pahalgam — Lidder Valley & Pine Forests

A full day to explore Pahalgam. See the Lidder River banks, Betaab Valley and Aru and Baisaran meadows. Make time for grilled trout before the day winds down.

Day 5: Srinagar — Dal Lake & Mughal Gardens

A full day to explore Srinagar. See Cheshma Shahi, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Garden and Shankaracharya Temple. Make time for kahwa tea before the day winds down.

Day 6: Pahalgam — Lidder Valley & Pine Forests

Enjoy a relaxed final morning in Pahalgam before your onward journey. See the Lidder River banks, Betaab Valley and Aru and Baisaran meadows. Make time for grilled trout before the day winds down.

Inclusions

• 3 Star-star hotel accommodation — Hotel Royal Plaza (10 min Walk to Dal Lake) (1 nights)
• 3 Star-star hotel accommodation — Hotel Gulmarg House (1 nights)
• 3 Star-star hotel accommodation — RIVIERA By Mountview - RiverFront (2 nights)
• 3 Star-star hotel accommodation — Hotel Royal Plaza (10 min Walk to Dal Lake) (1 nights)
• Airport pickup and drop transfers
• Intercity transfers by AC vehicle
• Meals as per itinerary
• 7 activity passes (as per itinerary)