Kashmir 6 Days Honeymoon Package (5N/6D)
Overview
This Kashmir 6 days honeymoon package gives couples a little of everything the valley offers: a night on a Dal Lake houseboat, a night each in Gulmarg and Pahalgam, and a final day out to Sonamarg. You are welcomed on the houseboat with a cup of traditional kahwa, spend the afternoon in the Mughal Gardens and end the first day with a romantic shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Day two takes you to Gulmarg, the "meadow of flowers", where you see the 18-hole Gulmarg Golf Course at the foot of the ski slopes and, in the snow season, can try skiing. From there you drive to Pahalgam with stops at the Awantipora ruins and the saffron fields, then return to Srinagar the next day, with the option of Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari by local taxi before you leave. Day five is an excursion to Sonamarg, the "meadow of gold", an alpine valley on the Sindh River where fishing and pony rides are optional extras.
The plan suits newly married couples who want variety – lake, snow, meadows and river – in under a week. You stay in 3-star properties on double occupancy with breakfast every morning, travel by private vehicle, and are picked up and dropped at Srinagar airport.
Package Features
A Dal Lake houseboat stay with traditional kahwa on arrival.
An evening on Dal Lake after the Mughal Gardens.
Golf course visit, with skiing in the snow season.
History and saffron country on the road to Pahalgam.
Alpine meadows on the Sindh, with optional pony rides.
Pick-up and drop at Srinagar airport.
Included
- 5 nights' stay in 3-star properties on double occupancy (1 night Dal Lake houseboat, 1 night Gulmarg, 1 night Pahalgam, 2 nights Srinagar hotel)
- Daily breakfast
- Welcome kahwa on arrival at the houseboat
- Pick-up and drop at Srinagar airport
- All transfers and sightseeing will be completed by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake on day 1
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary (items marked optional or at extra cost are not included)
- GST
Excluded
- Flights or train tickets to and from Srinagar
- Lunch and dinner
- Garden and monument entry tickets, unless specifically included
- Optional experiences: pony ride in Sonamarg (paid directly), fishing permit and gear, and the local taxi for Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under Included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Srinagar – Local Sightseeing
- On arrival at Srinagar airport, transfer to your houseboat on Dal Lake.
- Settle in with a warm welcome and a cup of traditional kahwa tea.
- In the afternoon, set out for local sightseeing and visit the Mughal Gardens.
- Spend the evening on a romantic shikara ride across Dal Lake. Overnight stay in a houseboat in Srinagar.
- Highlights of the Day: Houseboat night stay, Shikara ride, Mughal Gardens
Day 2 Srinagar to Gulmarg – Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, continue your scenic journey to Gulmarg, the "meadow of flowers" (about 50 km, 2 hours).
- Visit the Gulmarg Golf Course, a natural 18-hole course at the base of the ski slopes and one of the highest in the world.
- In the snow season (roughly December to March), try skiing on Gulmarg's slopes, one of India's best-known ski areas; ski gear and instructor charges are confirmed with your quotation.
- Rest after the day's activity. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.
- Highlights of the Day: Golf Course, Skiing (snow season)
Day 3 Gulmarg to Pahalgam – Sightseeing
- After breakfast, check out and start your drive to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds.
- Take a short detour to Awantipora to see the ruins of its 9th-century temples and learn about the area's history.
- Stroll through the saffron fields on the way – the crocus flowers bloom in late October and November.
- Arrive in Pahalgam and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
- Highlights of the Day: Awantipora detour, Saffron fields
Day 4 Pahalgam to Srinagar
- Start your day with a hearty breakfast.
- If you wish, visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari by local taxi before you leave (at additional cost).
- Drive back to Srinagar (about 95 km, 3 hours) and spend the evening at leisure, taking in the calm of the city.
- Check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Srinagar.
- Highlights of the Day: Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Chandanwari (optional, by local taxi at additional cost), drive to Srinagar, leisure evening
Day 5 Sonamarg Excursion
- After an early breakfast, drive to Sonamarg, the "meadow of gold" (about 80 km, 3 hours).
- Sonamarg is an alpine valley on the banks of the Sindh River, with wide meadows and snow-capped peaks.
- In summer you can try fishing in the Sindh, known for its trout (an angling permit is needed), or take a pony ride paid directly to the operator (optional).
- Return to your hotel in Srinagar in the evening. Overnight stay in Srinagar.
- Highlights of the Day: Fishing in the Sindh River (optional), meadow views, Pony ride (optional)
Day 6 Departure
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Check out and transfer to Srinagar airport.
- Depart with memories of your first trip together that will last for years.
- Highlights of the Day: Departure from Srinagar Airport
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking; the balance is paid as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Your booking is only confirmed once the itinerary has been agreed, the advance has been received and Luxe Trail Holidays have sent you a written confirmation.
- Full payment may be required at the time of booking for peak season dates, special hotel rates and certain activities.
- If payment is not received by the due date the booking is subject to the relevant cancellation terms.
- Package price is per person sharing and includes GST.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation charges will vary depending on when we receive your request, the individual hotel and transport supplier policies and any peak season restrictions. The applicable charges are shared with your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers approve them, so timelines can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original payment method or another method agreed with you.
- Non-refundable amounts, supplier fees and bank or payment-processing charges may be deducted.
- If a service cannot be provided because of weather, road closures, government orders or other events beyond our control, a refund or an alternative arrangement is offered as per the supplier's terms.
Policy & Important Terms
- Every traveller must carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence). Foreign nationals need a passport with a valid Indian visa.
- Prepaid mobile connections from outside Jammu & Kashmir do not work in the region, so carry a postpaid connection.
- Skiing in Gulmarg is possible only when there is enough snow, roughly December to March; outside this season day 2 is spent on the meadows and at the golf course.
- Fishing in the Sindh river is a summer pursuit which requires an angling permit (the permit and gear are not included).
- Mountain roads can close at short notice due to snow, rain or landslides and the order of the sights will of course be subject to change as a result of weather, traffic or local events.
- The vehicle is provided for the routes in the itinerary. Any additional trips or detours will be charged separately.
- Standard hotel and houseboat check-in and check-out times apply (early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this 6-day Kashmir honeymoon different?
It's four settings in six days: first night on a houseboat on Dal Lake, then a night in Gulmarg (in the ski area and the meadows), a night in Pahalgam and a full day out to Sonamarg on the Sindh River. You finish off with two nights in a hotel in Srinagar which is a very easy, relaxed way to finish.
Can we ski in Gulmarg on this package?
Yes, in the snow season (roughly December to March) Gulmarg is one of India's most famous ski areas. Beginners can of course take a lesson with an instructor on the easier slopes. Ski equipment and instructor fees are all confirmed in your quotation. Outside of the snow season day two is spent on the meadows and at the golf course.
When is the best time for a Kashmir honeymoon?
It depends on what you're after really. Dec to March is all about snow in Gulmarg and the opportunity to ski. Apr to Jun is all about the green meadows, the gardens in flower and the lovely days in Pahalgam and Sonamarg. Sep and Oct are clear and calm and the saffron fields come into flower in late Oct.
Is the houseboat stay included?
Yes, your first night is on a houseboat on Dal Lake (you're greeted with a cup of kahwa and then a shikara ride in the evening). The rest of the nights are in 3 star hotels in Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar (all on double occupancy with breakfast).
Are the pony ride and fishing in Sonamarg included?
No, the pony ride in Sonamarg is optional and you pay the operator directly for that. Fishing in the Sindh river is a summer activity and you will need an angling permit for that (this is not included in the package). You can of course just walk the meadows and the river banks at no extra cost.
Can you add a special touch for our honeymoon?
Yes we can provide flower decoration, a cake or a candlelit dinner (all at additional cost) and where possible we can upgrade your houseboat or hotels. Just let us know your dates and requirements and we'll send you a revised quotation.
