
Kashmir — Paradise on Earth
Shikara rides on Dal Lake, the meadows of Gulmarg and Pahalgam’s valleys — 6 nights with a Dil Se trip captain, houseboat stay included.
- 🗓️Duration6 Nights / 7 Days
- 🚩Next departure8 Nov 2026
- ☀️Best timeMarch–June for tulips and meadows; December–February for snow
- 👥Group size12–20 travellers
- 🥾DifficultyEasy
- 📍DestinationJammu & Kashmir
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Overview
Kashmir is best seen slowly — with a cup of kahwa on a houseboat, a gondola ride above Gulmarg and a lazy afternoon by the Lidder river. This fixed-date group trip covers Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg in 6 nights, with every stay, transfer and local cab arranged.
You travel with a small group of like-minded travellers and a Dil Se trip captain who handles timings, tickets and the occasional surprise, so all you have to do is enjoy the valley. Solo travellers are very welcome — most people join alone.
Highlights
- Overnight stay on a Dal Lake houseboat
- Gulmarg gondola (Phase 1) and snow point
- Pahalgam — Betaab & Aru valleys
- Mughal gardens and Shikara ride
- Bonfire and Kashmiri wazwan dinner
Day-wise itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Srinagar · Shikara ride
Pickup from Srinagar airport, check in to your houseboat and enjoy a sunset Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Day 2Srinagar sightseeing
Mughal gardens — Nishat, Shalimar and Chashme Shahi — and the old city.
Day 3Drive to Pahalgam
Saffron fields and Avantipura ruins on the way; evening by the Lidder river.
Day 4Pahalgam valleys
Betaab, Aru and Chandanwari valleys.
Day 5Sonamarg day trip
Thajiwas glacier and the Sindh river.
Day 6Departure
Drop at Srinagar airport with memories (and new friends).
Dates & seats
| 8 Nov – 14 Nov 2026Sun → Sat | Seats open | |
| 20 Dec – 26 Dec 2026Sun → Sat | Filling fast | |
| 10 Jan – 16 Jan 2027Sun → Sat | Seats open | |
| 14 Feb – 20 Feb 2027Sun → Sat | Seats open |
What's included
Included
- Stays on twin/triple sharing
- Breakfast & dinner every day
- All transfers in the trip vehicle
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Dil Se trip captain throughout
Not included
- Flights or trains to the start point
- Lunch and personal expenses
- Entry tickets not mentioned
- 5% GST
Stays & pickup
- Srinagar: Deluxe houseboat (1 night) + 3★ hotel
- Pahalgam: 3★ riverside hotel
- Srinagar airport · 11:00 AM
Best time to visit Jammu & Kashmir
March–June for tulips and meadows; December–February for snow
How to reach
Fly to Srinagar International Airport (SXR) — direct flights from Delhi take about 1 hr 30 min. We can add flights from your city. Trains to Srinagar run on the Katra–Srinagar line; Jammu Tawi is the main long-distance railhead.
Good to know
🎒 Things to carry
- Heavy jacket, thermals, gloves and a woollen cap
- Waterproof shoes or boots with good grip
- Sunglasses and SPF 50 sunscreen (snow glare is strong)
- Lip balm and moisturiser
- Personal medicines and a small first-aid kit
- Power bank and a government photo ID
💡 Know before you go
- Carry a government photo ID; foreign nationals need a passport.
- The itinerary may change due to weather, road or local conditions — your trip captain will choose the safest option.
- Rooms are shared with travellers of the same gender unless you book together.
- Please reach the pickup point 15 minutes early.
- Prepaid SIMs from outside J&K do not work in Kashmir — carry a postpaid number.
Payment & cancellation
Payment schedule
| When | At booking | 30 days before | 15 days before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amount due | Token ₹5,000 / person | 50% of trip cost | 100% (balance) |
Cancellation policy
| Days before departure | 30+ | 29–15 | 14–7 | 6–0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refund | 90% | 50% | 25% | No refund |
| Or shift batch | Free | Free once | ₹2,000 fee | — |
Token amount and GST are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes — most travellers join solo. We pair you with a roommate of the same gender.
How cold is it in December?
Days are around 5–10°C and nights go below zero. We share a packing list after booking.
Are the Gulmarg Gondola tickets included?
Phase 1 is included; Phase 2 can be added on the day, subject to weather and availability.
Can I add flights from my city?
Yes, tell us your city and we will add the best available fare.
Questions about this trip? Ask us.
Dates, hotels, food, safety — a Dil Se travel expert will answer everything, usually within minutes.
