Luxury Srinagar & Gulmarg Highlights

Explore the iconic floating morning markets and historic Mughal garden grounds before heading towards the slopes.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Observe local vendors trading fresh produce and regional handicrafts from boats on Dal Lake.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ahdoos Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional Kashmiri tea and fresh bakeries at a classic riverside venue.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Take a tranquil private wooden boat ride across the open waters of Dal Lake.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Walk through the terraced Mughal garden on the eastern side of Dal Lake.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mughal Darbar

   13:00 – 14:30

   Savour authentic Kashmiri Wazwan dishes in a traditional setting.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Tour the seven-terraced garden observatory looking out over Srinagar.

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7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Hit the snow-covered slopes of Gulmarg with an instructor.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Chinar at The Lalit Grand Palace

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on premium north Indian cuisine surrounded by historic palace gardens.

Discover waterborne trading posts and historical architecture followed by an afternoon in the high country.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Browse floating flower and vegetable stalls at sunrise.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chai Jaai Tea Room

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sample Kashmiri noon chai and local breads in an artisan tea lounge.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Glide through narrow water channels lined with houseboats.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Stroll around the central water channel and historic stone pavilion.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Stream Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:30

   Dine on continental and regional dishes along Boulevard Road.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Examine Islamic architectural ruins overlooking the Zabarwan range.

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7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Spend late afternoon practicing backcountry ski lines.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Lhasa Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy Tibetan and Chinese specialties in a cozy setting.

Combine scenic lakeside walks with historic monuments and downhill skiing.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Shop for saffron, dried fruits, and crafts directly from waterborne vendors.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Le Delice French Bakery

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy freshly baked croissants and specialty coffee by the lake.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Cruising towards quiet lotus gardens and peaceful waterways.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Photograph the ancient chinar trees and grand mountain vistas.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Shamyana Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:30

   Relax with Indian curries and tandoori classics along the lake boulevard.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Walk through serene stone arcades built in the 17th century.

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7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Enjoy evening ski runs across powdered trails in Gulmarg.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Jade Dragon at The Lalit Grand Palace

   19:30 – 21:00

   Taste refined Asian fare inside a restored heritage property.

A classic day of morning trade boats, landscape gardens, and snow activity.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Experience sunrise commerce on the water among local boatmen.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Liberty

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sip handcrafted coffee and light breakfast items in modern surroundings.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Navigate scenic spots around Char Chinar island.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Explore symmetrical lawns and historic water fountains.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Ahdoos Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:30

   Sample aromatic rogan josh and Kashmiri pilaf.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Capture panoramic views of Srinagar city and Dal Lake.

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7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Take guided ski lessons on gentle alpine slopes.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Solace Fine Dining

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in gourmet multi-course Kashmiri and international dishes.

Connect with local market traditions and mountain activities across the valley.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Purchase handmade wooden souvenirs and fresh Kashmiri produce.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ahdoos Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with warm Kashmiri flatbreads and hot kehwa tea.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Enjoy a tranquil mid-morning wooden boat trip across serene waters.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Observe Persian garden design elements surrounded by high peaks.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Crescent Lake View Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:30

   Enjoy traditional food with sweeping views of the lake shore.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Walk among vaulted arches and historic stone terraces.

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7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Skim down snowy slopes with expert equipment and guide support.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Stream Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on grilled kebabs and local specialties in an elegant venue.

Revisit favorite garden viewpoints and embark on late afternoon snow runs.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Watch early morning trade activity along the lake's lotus channels.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chai Jaai Tea Room

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional breakfast bakes alongside brewed Kashmiri spices.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Relax on a custom-cushioned shikara ride across open waters.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Tour the garden's twelve distinct terraced levels.

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5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mughal Darbar

   13:00 – 14:30

   Taste standard Kashmiri delicacies and freshly made naan.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Study historical architecture and view the surrounding mountains.

   • entryFree
7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Experience winter sports along high-altitude snow tracks.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Sultan's Dining

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample grilled meats and rich Kashmiri gravies in comfortable surroundings.

Conclude your trip with a final lake market excursion and an afternoon on the slopes.

1. 06:00|07:30
   

   Shopping

   Floating Market Experience

   06:00 – 07:30

   Enjoy a final sunrise trip through the bustling water market.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Le Delice French Bakery

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savour French pastries and local coffee on the boulevard.

3. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dal Lake Shikara Ride

   09:30 – 11:00

   Take a last peaceful boat ride across Dal Lake's clear waters.

4. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishat Bagh Visit

   11:30 – 13:00

   Walk along water channels framed by majestic mountain backdrops.

   • entryFree
5. 13:00|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Shamyana Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:30

   Enjoy a leisurely final lunch by the water.

6. 15:00|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Pari Mahal Exploration

   15:00 – 16:30

   Take in final garden panorama photos overlooking the valley.

   • entryFree
7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Gulmarg Skiing

   17:00 – 19:00

   Wrap up the week with a final afternoon skiing session.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Chinar at The Lalit Grand Palace

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the journey with a fine dining meal at the palace.