Kashmir Honeymoon
5 nights, 6 days. Five nights for couples: a houseboat night, Gulmarg, two slow days in Pahalgam and a last night in Srinagar.
The Kashmir Honeymoon is a 5-night, 6-day private trip covering Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam. It starts at Srinagar airport and ends at Srinagar airport. Prices start at ₹20,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 830), land only, before 5% GST. Season: March to November. December to February for snow.
Route
- Srinagar1 night , Dal Lake houseboat
- 50 km, about 2 hours
- Gulmarg1 night
- 150 km via Srinagar, about 4.5 hours
- Pahalgam2 nights
- 95 km, about 3 hours
- Srinagar1 night , hotel
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 5 nights, 6 days |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Srinagar airport (SXR) |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Private Etios, Dzire or similar for the couple |
| Longest drive | About 4.5 hours, Gulmarg to Pahalgam |
| Highest point | Gulmarg, about 2,650 m |
| Permits | None needed |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | March to November. December to February for snow. |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srinagar houseboat, 1N | A-category houseboat | Deluxe-category houseboat | Top-rated deluxe houseboat |
| Gulmarg, 1N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
| Pahalgam, 2N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury 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 the airport. Check in to the houseboat. Private shikara ride at sunset.
- Day 2
Srinagar to Gulmarg
Two-hour drive. Afternoon gondola ride (tickets extra) or a walk on the meadow.
- Day 3
Gulmarg to Pahalgam
Drive through Srinagar to Pahalgam. Evening by the Lidder river.
- Day 4
Pahalgam
A slow day. Aru and Betaab Valley by local union taxi, or stay by the river.
- Day 5
Pahalgam to Srinagar
Drive back with stops at the Mughal gardens. Evening free for the old city markets.
- Day 6
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 private shikara ride
- Room decoration on the first night
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 Honeymoon cost?
Standard from ₹20,000, Deluxe from ₹32,000, Premium from ₹60,000 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 Honeymoon run?
March to November. December to February for snow.
Is the houseboat private?
You get a private room with its own bathroom on a houseboat shared with a few other guests. A fully private houseboat is available at extra cost.
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.