Kashmir Grand Circuit
6 nights, 7 days. The full valley in one week: a houseboat night, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Srinagar.
The Kashmir Grand Circuit is a 6-night, 7-day private trip covering Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg. It starts at Srinagar airport and ends at Srinagar airport. Prices start at ₹22,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 920), 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
- Pahalgam2 nights
- 150 km via Srinagar, about 4.5 hours
- Gulmarg1 night
- 140 km via Srinagar, about 4 hours
- Sonamarg1 night
- 80 km, about 2.5 hours
- Srinagar1 night , hotel
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 6 nights, 7 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 4.5 hours, Pahalgam to Gulmarg |
| Highest point | Gulmarg, about 2,650 m. The optional gondola goes to about 3,980 m. |
| 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, 2N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
| Gulmarg, 1N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
| Sonamarg, 1N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | Best available resort |
| Srinagar, 1N | 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 (in bloom late October to early November) and the Awantipora temple ruins. Evening by the Lidder river.
- Day 3
Pahalgam valleys
Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari. Local rules require a Pahalgam union taxi for these, paid on the spot.
- Day 4
Pahalgam to Gulmarg
Drive through Srinagar to Gulmarg. Evening free.
- Day 5
Gulmarg to Sonamarg
Morning gondola ride (tickets extra, book online early). Afternoon drive to Sonamarg.
- Day 6
Sonamarg to Srinagar
Morning at Thajiwas glacier, on foot or by pony. Drive to Srinagar for the Nishat and Shalimar Mughal gardens.
- Day 7
Departure
Breakfast, then drop at Srinagar airport.
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 Grand Circuit cost?
Standard from ₹22,000, Deluxe from ₹35,000, Premium from ₹65,000 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 Grand Circuit run?
April to October. A winter version runs December to March.
Is the Kashmir Grand Circuit suitable for elderly parents?
Yes. No stop is above 2,750 m and the longest drive is about 4.5 hours. Tell us about mobility needs and we choose ground-floor rooms and skip pony routes.
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.