Western India
Discover Kashmir
Kashmir's beauty is hard to describe and easy to fall for — mirror-still lakes, pine forests, snow-capped peaks and Mughal gardens in full bloom. Srinagar's houseboats and shikaras are an experience in themselves.
We plan Kashmir holidays for families, honeymooners and groups, with comfortable hotels or houseboats, a private vehicle and a day-wise plan that balances sightseeing with time to simply enjoy the views.
Popular attractions
Srinagar & Dal Lake
Shikara rides, houseboat stays, floating markets and the Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar.
Gulmarg
Meadows in summer and snow in winter, with the Gulmarg Gondola cable car.
Pahalgam
The Lidder river, Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari.
Sonamarg
The 'meadow of gold', gateway to the Thajiwas glacier.
Doodhpathri
A quieter valley of streams and grassland.
Shankaracharya Temple
Hilltop temple with views over Srinagar.
Best time to visit
Tulip season and blossoming gardens.
Pleasant days, ideal for sightseeing and meadows.
Golden chinar trees and clear skies.
Snowfall at Gulmarg; cold but magical.
Suggested experiences
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Night on a houseboat
- Gulmarg Gondola
- Pony ride in Pahalgam
- Tulip garden visit (spring)
- Kashmiri wazwan meal
Suggested itinerary
Indicative plan for reference only. Your final itinerary, hotels and price are customised to your dates and preferences.
- Day
1Arrive Srinagar
Airport pickup, check in to hotel or houseboat, evening shikara ride on Dal Lake.
- Day
2Srinagar sightseeing
Mughal gardens, Shankaracharya Temple and local markets.
- Day
3Gulmarg day trip
Meadows and the Gondola cable car (subject to weather).
- Day
4Pahalgam
Drive to Pahalgam; visit Betaab Valley and Aru Valley.
- Day
5Sonamarg day trip
Riverside drive and views of the Thajiwas glacier.
- Day
6Departure
Transfer to Srinagar airport.
Stay & transport
Accommodation
Choose between hotels in Srinagar and Pahalgam, traditional houseboats on Dal or Nigeen Lake, or a mix of both. We arrange hotels to suit your budget — from comfortable standard stays to premium properties — and can include breakfast or meal plans. Homestays and resorts are available on request.
Getting there & around
Srinagar is well connected by flights from Pune (usually with a connection) and Mumbai. Sightseeing is by private vehicle; local union taxis are required for certain spots in Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg as per local rules.
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Uttarakhand
Ganga aarti in Haridwar, yoga and rafting in Rishikesh, lakes of Nainital and the Char Dham yatra.