Premium Kashmir — Private Shikara, Phase 2 Gondola & Luxury Houseboat
Kashmir Luxury Escape (Houseboat, Gondola & Snow Adventure)
Day 1 — Private Arrival & Luxury Houseboat Check-In
Arrive in style — private transfer, premium cedar houseboat, sunset shikara.
Private Airport Transfer
Dedicated vehicle from Srinagar Airport to your luxury houseboat on Dal Lake.
Private Shikara Sunset Ride
1.5-hour private shikara with flower vendor market visit and sunset photography.
Wazwan Welcome Dinner On-Board
7-course Kashmiri wazwan served by private chef aboard your houseboat.
💡 Local Tip:Request a sunrise shikara at 5:30 AM — the mist over Dal Lake is magical and exclusive.
Day 2 — Gulmarg Gondola Phase 2 — Apharwat Summit
Ride to 13,780 ft — the world's second-highest cable car, exclusively in winter snow.
Gondola Phase 1 & 2
Full gondola experience to Apharwat Peak. Clear days offer views of Nanga Parbat.
Private Ski / Snow Experience
Private ski instructor for 2 hours on Gulmarg slopes (seasonal, Oct–Mar).
Meadow Picnic Lunch
Enjoy a curated picnic lunch on the Gulmarg meadow by your private guide.
💡 Local Tip:Book Phase 2 gondola tickets in advance — they sell out fast in peak season.
Day 3 — Pahalgam Private Valley Drive
Valley of shepherds — private cab, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari snowfields.
Betaab Valley Photography Stop
Dramatic valley backdrop made famous by Bollywood films. Private guide included.
Chandanwari Snowfields
Walk on perennial snow at 9,500 ft elevation at the gateway to Amarnath route.
Aru Valley Pony Ride
Short pony ride through apple orchards and shepherd meadows.
💡 Local Tip:Carry a windcheater — Chandanwari snow area is breezy even in May.
Day 4 — Mughal Gardens & Srinagar Heritage Day
Three Mughal gardens, Shankaracharya Temple & old city bazaar with a private guide.
Nishat, Shalimar & Chashme Shahi Gardens
All three Mughal terraced gardens in one guided morning. Best in spring bloom.
Shankaracharya Temple
Hilltop Hindu temple with panoramic 360° views of Dal Lake and snow peaks.
Polo View Market
Shop for Kashmiri saffron, pashmina shawls, papier-mâché boxes and walnuts.
💡 Local Tip:Nishat Bagh is most beautiful when fountains are running — verify timings on arrival.
Day 5 — Doodhpathri Meadow Day Excursion
Kashmir's hidden paradise — lush meadows, crystal streams and wildflower carpets.
Doodhpathri Meadow Walk
Walk through the Valley of Milk — emerald meadows named for the white glacial streams.
Horse Riding in the Meadow
30-minute pony ride through pristine alpine grasslands with zero crowds.
Kangri Kehwa High Tea
Traditional Kashmiri kehwa tea served with saffron and cardamom by local hosts.
💡 Local Tip:Doodhpathri is crowd-free compared to Gulmarg — carry your own packed lunch.
Day 6 — Departure Day — Last Shikara & Goodbye
Final morning shikara, shopping for saffron, and airport transfer.
Morning Floating Market Visit
Early morning shikara to the floating vegetable market — a unique Kashmiri experience.
Last-minute Shopping
Pick up Kashmiri saffron, dry fruits and hand-embroidered shawls at fixed-price stores.
Airport Transfer
Private vehicle drop-off at Srinagar Airport.
💡 Local Tip:Buy saffron from verified government-certified shops only — avoid tourist traps.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✓What's Included
- • 5 Nights handpicked hotel stays
- • All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
- • Daily breakfast + dinner in all properties
- • All state permit taxes, driver allowances
- • 24/7 client coordination support desk
- • Pre-booked entry tickets as per itinerary
✗What's Excluded
- • Flights (unless specified in package)
- • Lunch & beverages not specified in meals
- • Travel insurance (available as add-on)
- • Optional extreme adventure activities
- • Tips, personal laundry, telephone bills
Handpicked Stays
The Lalit Grand Palace Srinagar
📍 Dal Lake, Srinagar
Khyber Himalayan Resort Gulmarg
📍 Gulmarg
