Low Budget

Night stay: Srinagar (Homestay)

• Arrival at Srinagar Airport

• Transfer to homestay

• Rest & local walk around neighborhood

• Evening visit:

  • Dal Lake (free lakeside walk)

  • Optional budget shikara ride (share if possible)

• Dinner at homestay or local dhaba

Budget tip: Skip houseboat stay → homestay saves a lot ?

Night stay: Srinagar

• Early morning drive to Gulmarg (approx. 2 hrs)

• Enjoy:

  • Snow views / meadows

  • Walking trails (free)

• Tea & snacks at local cafés

• Return to Srinagar by evening

Save money: Gondola is optional—Gulmarg is beautiful even without it.

Night stay: Srinagar

• Drive to Pahalgam (approx. 3 hrs)

• En route sightseeing:

  • Awantipora ruins

  • Saffron fields (seasonal)

• In Pahalgam:

  • Lidder River

  • Local walks

• Return to Srinagar in the evening

Tip: Avoid expensive ponies & taxis inside Pahalgam.

Night stay: Srinagar

• Visit:

  • Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar – low entry fee)

  • Chashme Shahi

• Afternoon:

  • Old Srinagar walk

  • Jamia Masjid

  • Local markets (Lal Chowk)

• Evening free time near Dal Lake

• Breakfast at homestay

• Airport drop

• Tour ends with memories ❤️