Kashmir Classic
4 nights, 5 days. A short first trip: a houseboat night on Dal Lake, a night in Pahalgam and a day in Gulmarg.
The Kashmir Classic is a 4-night, 5-day private trip covering Srinagar and Pahalgam. It starts at Srinagar airport and ends at Srinagar airport. Prices start at ₹16,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 670), land only, before 5% GST. Season: April to October. A winter version runs December to March.
Route
- Srinagar1 night , Dal Lake houseboat
- 95 km, about 3 hours
- Pahalgam1 night
- 95 km, about 3 hours
- Srinagar2 nights , hotel
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 4 nights, 5 days |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Srinagar airport (SXR) |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Etios or Dzire for 2 to 3 people. Innova Crysta for 4 to 6. |
| Longest drive | About 3 hours, Srinagar to Pahalgam |
| Highest point | Gulmarg, about 2,650 m, on a day trip |
| Permits | None needed |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | April to October. A winter version runs December to March. |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srinagar houseboat, 1N | A-category houseboat | Deluxe-category houseboat | Top-rated deluxe houseboat |
| Pahalgam, 1N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
| Srinagar, 2N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel |
Hotel and houseboat names are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Srinagar
Pickup at Srinagar airport. Check in to the houseboat. One-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake in the evening.
- Day 2
Srinagar to Pahalgam
Stops at the Pampore saffron fields and the Awantipora temple ruins. Afternoon by the Lidder river.
- Day 3
Pahalgam to Srinagar
Morning visit to Aru, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari by local union taxi, paid on the spot. Drive back to Srinagar.
- Day 4
Gulmarg day trip
About two hours each way. The gondola ride is optional and tickets are extra. Sonamarg can replace Gulmarg on request.
- Day 5
Departure
Breakfast, then drop at Srinagar airport. With a late flight there is time for Nishat and Shalimar gardens.
What the price covers
Included
- Stays in your chosen category, twin sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Private car with driver for all transfers and the sightseeing listed
- Airport pickup and drop
- Driver costs, fuel, tolls and parking
- One-hour shikara ride
Not included
- Gulmarg gondola tickets
- Pahalgam union taxi for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari
- Ponies, sledges and guides
- Flights or trains
- Lunch and entry fees
- 5% GST
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included
Payment and cancellation
30% advance confirms your booking. The balance is due 15 days before arrival.
| You cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before | 10% |
| 15 to 29 days before | 25% |
| 7 to 14 days before | 50% |
| 3 to 6 days before | 75% |
| 0 to 2 days, or no-show | 100% |
If roads close or a government advisory stops travel, you get a credit note valid for 12 months, or a refund minus costs suppliers will not return. Read the full policy.
Questions and answers
How much does the Kashmir Classic cost?
Standard from ₹16,000, Deluxe from ₹26,000, Premium from ₹45,000 per person on twin sharing, land only, before 5% GST. Prices are valid until 31 March 2027 and are confirmed on enquiry.
Are flights included?
No. The price covers stays, breakfast and dinner, and a private car with driver. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan.
When does the Kashmir Classic run?
April to October. A winter version runs December to March.
Is four nights enough for Kashmir?
Four nights covers Srinagar, Pahalgam and one day in Gulmarg at a comfortable pace. For Sonamarg as well, choose the six-night Kashmir Grand Circuit.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or the form on this page. We reply with a written plan that names the hotels. A 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is due 15 days before arrival.