Kashmir Grand Circuit
Srinagar 2N · Pahalgam 2N · Gulmarg 1N · Sonamarg 1N
Overview
Six nights, starting in Srinagar and ending in Srinagar: two nights in Srinagar, two nights in Pahalgam, one night in Gulmarg, one night in Sonamarg. A private vehicle and driver stay with you from arrival to drop-off. Hotels are 3-star on a breakfast and dinner plan, with Standard and Premium options in the price table.
Highlights
- Dal Lake and Nishat Bagh in Srinagar
- Aru Valley and Betaab Valley in Pahalgam
- Gulmarg Gondola and Kongdoori in Gulmarg
- Thajiwas glacier and Sindh river in Sonamarg
Day-wise plan
DAY1Arrive SrinagarSrinagar · Houseboat or hotel
Altitude 1,585 m
Morning
Arrive at Srinagar airport, where your driver meets you.
Afternoon
Check in and rest after the journey.
Evening
Check in to your houseboat or hotel. At sunset, a one-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake past the floating gardens and Char Chinar.
Tip: Mughal gardens close at sunset; mornings are less crowded.
DAY2Srinagar sightseeingSrinagar · Houseboat or hotel
Altitude 1,585 m
Morning
Mughal gardens: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi, laid out in terraces facing Dal Lake.
Afternoon
Shankaracharya temple on the hill above the city, and the Hazratbal shrine on the lake’s northern shore.
Evening
Old city bazaars for pashmina, papier-mâché and dry fruits; dinner of Kashmiri wazwan.
Sightseeing
Dal Lake · Nishat Bagh · Shalimar Bagh · Chashme Shahi · Shankaracharya temple · Hazratbal
Optional, paid locally
Extra shikara hour: ₹600–800
Mughal garden entry: ₹25–50 each
Tip: Mughal gardens close at sunset; mornings are less crowded.
DAY3Srinagar to Pahalgam95 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Pampore saffron fields and Avantipora ruins
95 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Pampore saffron fields and Avantipora ruins · Altitude 2,740 m
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Drive to Pahalgam.
Evening
Check in by the Lidder river. Evening walk in the market.
Tip: Outside cabs cannot enter Aru and Betaab; the local union cab is mandatory.
DAY4Pahalgam sightseeingPahalgam · Hotel
Altitude 2,740 m
Morning
Local union cab to Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari.
Afternoon
Pony ride to Baisaran meadow above the town.
Evening
Evening by the river.
Sightseeing
Aru Valley · Betaab Valley · Chandanwari · Baisaran
Optional, paid locally
Union cab for Aru, Betaab, Chandanwari: ₹2,500–3,500 per cab
Pony to Baisaran: ₹1,200–1,500
Tip: Outside cabs cannot enter Aru and Betaab; the local union cab is mandatory.
DAY5Pahalgam to Gulmarg140 km, about 4 hrs · via Srinagar bypass
140 km, about 4 hrs · via Srinagar bypass · Altitude 2,650 m
Morning
Morning walk along the Lidder river before checkout.
Afternoon
Drive to Gulmarg.
Evening
Check in. Evening walk on the meadow to St Mary’s Church.
Tip: Book Gondola tickets online a day ahead; Phase 2 closes in high wind.
DAY6Gulmarg to Sonamarg135 km, about 4 hrs · via Ganderbal
135 km, about 4 hrs · via Ganderbal · Altitude 2,800 m
Morning
Gulmarg Gondola: Phase 1 to Kongdoori (3,080 m), and Phase 2 to Apharwat (3,980 m) when weather allows. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Sonamarg.
Evening
Check in and walk along the Sindh river.
Sightseeing
Gulmarg Gondola · Kongdoori · Maharani temple · Gulmarg meadow
Tip: The Zoji La road beyond Sonamarg opens around May.
DAY7Sonamarg to Srinagar80 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via the Sindh valley
80 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via the Sindh valley
Morning
Pony ride or walk to the Thajiwas glacier; in winter, snow play on the meadow. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Srinagar. Drop at Srinagar airport, railway station or hotel.
Sightseeing
Thajiwas glacier · Sindh river
Inclusions
Included
- 6 nights’ stay on twin sharing, as listed under Hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner, from Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast
- Private sedan (Dzire or similar) for 2–3 guests or Innova for 4–6, with driver, for all transfers and sightseeing in the itinerary
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and state entry taxes
- One-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
Not included
- Travel to Srinagar and back
- Lunch, and meals not listed in the meal plan
- Entry fees, ropeways, safaris and activities marked optional in the itinerary
- Local union cabs at Sonamarg and Pahalgam, where outside vehicles are not allowed
- Gulmarg Gondola tickets
- Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance and 5% GST
- Air, rail or road bookings can be done by us at an additional cost, as per actuals.
- Anything not listed under Included
Hotels
| Where | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srinagar · Nights 1–2 Houseboat or hotel | B-class houseboat or 2–3 star hotel | Deluxe houseboat or 3 star hotel | Premium houseboat or 4 star hotel |
| Pahalgam · Nights 3–4 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Gulmarg · Night 5 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Sonamarg · Night 6 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
Hotel names are confirmed in your quote. If a listed hotel is full, we book one of the same category and tell you before you pay.
Prices
| Per person | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin sharing | ₹23,100 pp | ₹26,900 pp | ₹35,700 pp |
| Triple sharing | ₹21,000 pp | ₹24,400 pp | ₹32,300 pp |
| Single occupancy | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹56,100 |
| Child with bed (5–11) | ₹16,700 | ₹19,400 | ₹25,500 |
| Child without bed (5–11) | ₹12,400 | ₹14,300 | ₹18,700 |
Valid for travel till 31 March 2027. 5% GST extra. Peak-date supplements apply at Christmas, New Year, Diwali, Holi and long weekends.
Policies
Booking and payment
Book with a 25% advance. The balance is due 15 days before travel. Payments are received by Agrima Holidays Private Limited through its bank account or a secure payment link, and are acknowledged with a tax invoice.
Cancellation and refund
30 or more days before travel: 10% of the package cost is retained. 15–29 days: 25%. 7–14 days: 50%. Under 7 days: no refund. Refunds go to the original payment method within 10 working days.
Children
Children under 5 travel free when sharing the parents’ bed. Children 5–11 pay the child rate in the price table. 12 and above pay the adult rate.
Changes on the road
Weather or road closures can change the order of sightseeing. Your driver and trip planner will agree changes with you on the day.
FAQ
Can I stay on a houseboat?
Yes. Choose a houseboat for one or both Srinagar nights when you request the quote.
Can I change the hotels?
Yes. Choose Standard, Deluxe or Premium and your planner will send hotel options in that category.
Is the vehicle private?
Yes, the vehicle and driver are for your group only, from the first pickup to the last drop.
Can I add or drop a night?
Yes. Your trip planner will revise the itinerary and quote.
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