Pure snow — Gulmarg ski slopes, snowmobile rides and a Pheran cultural evening
Kashmir Winter Wonderland (Skiing & Snow Experience)
Day 1 — Arrival & Transfer to Gulmarg Snow Base
Direct to Gulmarg — the snow begins at the cable car station.
Srinagar Airport to Gulmarg
2-hour drive through pine forests. Snow levels rise dramatically in the last 10 km.
Hotel Check-In & Snow Walk
Check-in at your snow-view property. Take a short walk in the snow village.
Kashmiri Rogan Josh Dinner
Warming local dinner of rogan josh, tabak maaz and butter-crust bread at the hotel.
💡 Local Tip:Pack thermal inner layers — Gulmarg base temperature drops to -5°C at night in winter.
Day 2 — Ski Day — Slopes & Gondola Phase 1
A full day on Gulmarg's legendary ski slopes with a certified instructor.
Beginner Ski Lesson
2-hour group ski lesson on the nursery slope with GSSS-certified instructor.
Gondola Phase 1 Ride
Cable car to Kongdori Station for intermediate ski runs on groomed slopes.
Snow Activities — Snowmobile & Sledging
Snowmobile ride on the Gulmarg meadow and sledging on the natural slope.
💡 Local Tip:Rent ski boots and gear locally — it's cheaper and sizes are readily available.
Day 3 — Gondola Phase 2 — Apharwat Peak Summit
The world's second-highest cable car — views of Nanga Parbat in full glory.
Gondola Phase 2 Ticket
Ride to 13,780 ft. This is a bucket-list experience — clear skies needed.
Snow Photography Session
Capture the vast snowfields, frozen lakes and Himalayan panorama from the top.
Baba Reshi Shrine Visit
Historic Sufi shrine surrounded by ancient chinar trees at Gulmarg base.
💡 Local Tip:Phase 2 tickets are limited — buy at 7:00 AM opening to avoid sellout.
Day 4 — Dal Lake Shikara & Pheran Cultural Evening
Drive to Srinagar for a final Dal Lake shikara and a traditional Pheran evening.
Dal Lake Morning Shikara
Flat-bottomed shikara ride through the lotus beds, floating gardens and bird nesting areas.
Pheran Evening — Kashmiri Fire Pot
Try on the traditional Pheran woollen cloak and sit with a kangri (fire pot) — a true Kashmir winter ritual.
Polo View Market Shopping
Last-minute local shopping for saffron, walnuts, dry fruits and hand-woven shawls.
💡 Local Tip:The kangri experience is something tourists rarely get — ask your guide to arrange it.
Day 5 — Departure from Srinagar
Final morning, packed breakfast and airport drop-off.
Kashmiri Breakfast — Noon Chai & Tsot
Traditional pink salt tea and bread rings for a warm send-off.
Airport Transfer
Private vehicle to Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar.
💡 Local Tip:Winter flights can be delayed due to fog — arrive at the airport 3 hours early.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✓What's Included
- • 4 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
Khyber Himalayan Resort
📍 Gulmarg
Broadway Hotel Srinagar
📍 Dal Lake, Srinagar
