**DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN SRINAGAR**

**Morning:**
– Arrive at Srinagar Airport where you will be greeted by our representative.
– Transfer to your houseboat or hotel and check-in.

**Afternoon:**
– Enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, visiting floating gardens, lotus gardens, and the local market.

**Evening:**
– Stroll through the Mughal Gardens, including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi.
– Return to the houseboat/hotel for dinner.
– Overnight stay in Srinagar.

**DAY 2: SRINAGAR TO GULMARG**

**Morning:**
– After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg (about 2 hours).
– Check-in at the hotel in Gulmarg.

**Afternoon:**
– Visit the famous Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest cable cars in the world. Enjoy panoramic views and optional activities like skiing or snowboarding (seasonal).

**Evening:**
– Take a leisurely walk through the beautiful meadows and enjoy the serene surroundings.
– Return to the hotel for dinner.
– Overnight stay in Gulmarg.

**DAY 3: GULMARG TO PAHALGAM**

**Morning:**
– Have breakfast and check out from the hotel.
– Drive to Pahalgam (about 4 hours).
– On the way, visit the saffron fields and the historic Awantipora Ruins.

**Afternoon:**
– Arrive in Pahalgam and check in at the hotel.
– Visit Betaab Valley, named after the Bollywood movie “Betaab” which was shot here.

**Evening:**
– Enjoy a walk along the Lidder River.
– Return to the hotel for dinner.
– Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

**DAY 4: PAHALGAM TO SRINAGAR**

**Morning:**
– Have breakfast and check out from the hotel.
– Explore Aru Valley and Chandanwari, known for their scenic beauty and as starting points for various treks.

**Afternoon:**
– Drive back to Srinagar (about 2.5 hours).
– Check in at the hotel in Srinagar.

**Evening:**
– Visit the local market for shopping traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and souvenirs.
– Enjoy a traditional Kashmiri Wazwan dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.
– Overnight stay in Srinagar.

**DAY 5: DEPARTURE FROM SRINAGAR**

**Morning:**
– Have breakfast at the hotel.
– Depending on your flight schedule, visit the Hazratbal Shrine or take a last walk along the Dal Lake.

**Afternoon:**
– Check out from the hotel and transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.