Kashmir — Heaven on Earth
A Dal Lake houseboat, Gulmarg’s gondola, Pahalgam’s valleys and a Shikara at sunset — a private 5-night Kashmir holiday, customisable for families and couples.
- 🗓️Duration5 Nights / 6 Days
- ☀️Best timeMarch–June and September–October; December–February for snow
- 🥾DifficultyEasy
- 📍DestinationJammu & Kashmir
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Overview
Kashmir Heaven on Earth is our most-booked private Kashmir package — perfect for families, honeymooners and first-time visitors. You stay on a Dal Lake houseboat, ride the Gulmarg Gondola, explore Pahalgam’s valleys and wander the Mughal gardens.
Everything is private: your own car and driver, handpicked hotels and the freedom to change the pace. In winter we turn it into a snow holiday; in spring we add the Tulip Garden.
Highlights
- Night on a Dal Lake houseboat
- Sunset Shikara ride
- Gulmarg Gondola (Phase 1)
- Betaab & Aru valleys in Pahalgam
- Mughal gardens of Srinagar
- Snow in winter, meadows in summer
Day-wise itinerary
Day 1Arrive Srinagar · houseboat
Airport pickup, check in to your houseboat and enjoy a sunset Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Day 2Srinagar → Gulmarg
Drive to Gulmarg; Gondola Phase 1 and snow or meadow activities.
Day 3Gulmarg → Pahalgam
Drive to Pahalgam via saffron fields and Avantipura ruins.
Day 4Pahalgam valleys
Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari by local cab.
Day 5Pahalgam → Srinagar
Return to Srinagar; Mughal gardens and the old city.
Day 6Departure
Airport drop.
What's included
Included
- 5 nights: 1 houseboat + 4 hotels (Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Srinagar)
- Breakfast & dinner every day
- Private vehicle for all transfers
- Shikara ride
- Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 tickets
- 24×7 on-trip support
Not included
- Flights (we can add them)
- Union cabs for Pahalgam valleys and Sonamarg (as per local rules)
- Pony rides and adventure activities
- Lunches and personal expenses
- 5% GST
Stays & pickup
- Srinagar: deluxe houseboat (1 night) + 3★/4★ hotel (1 night)
- Gulmarg: 3★/4★ hotel (1 night)
- Pahalgam: riverside hotel (2 nights)
Best time to visit Jammu & Kashmir
March–June and September–October; December–February for snow
How to reach
Fly to Srinagar (SXR). We add flights from your city and pick you up from the airport.
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
- In summer: light jacket and comfortable walking shoes
💡 Know before you go
- Hotel check-in is usually 2 PM and check-out 11 AM.
- Prices change with dates and availability — we confirm the final quote before booking.
- The sightseeing order may change with local conditions.
- Prepaid SIMs from outside J&K do not work — 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
Can we add Sonamarg?
Yes — add a day trip to Sonamarg or an extra night.
Is this package good for a honeymoon?
Yes — we add a premium houseboat, flower decoration and a candle-light dinner on request.
Is it suitable for elderly parents?
Yes, the pace is relaxed and we can arrange ponies or palkis for short walks.
Questions about this trip? Ask us.
Dates, hotels, food, safety — a Dil Se travel expert will answer everything, usually within minutes.