Kashmir Culture & Cuisine Week: Markets, Crafts & Wazwan Evenings | 7 Nights and 8 Days Kashmir Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival in Srinagar — Houseboat Welcome & Shikara Ride
Arrive at Srinagar Airport where you will be greeted and transferred to a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake. Relax and unwind with a late afternoon shikara ride through floating gardens and markets. Evening welcome briefing and a gentle walk along the lakeside.
Tip: Carry light warm layers; mornings and evenings can be chilly even in summer.
Srinagar: Mughal Gardens, Old City & Craft Bazaars
Spend the day exploring the famous Mughal Gardens — Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh — followed by a guided walk through the Old City. Visit local craft workshops to see pashmina weaving, papier-mâché artisans and copperware makers. Evening reserved for your first authentic Wazwan tasting — a multicourse Kashmiri feast prepared by local chefs.
Note: Wazwan evenings are communal and a highlight of this Kashmir Honeymoon tour package — please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance.
Transfer to Gulmarg — Gondola to Apharwat Peak
Drive to Gulmarg (approx. 2 hours). After hotel check-in, take the iconic Gulmarg Gondola up to Apharwat Peak for panoramic views and photo opportunities. Options include short meadow walks, pony rides or, season permitting, skiing and snow activities.
Tip: The gondola operates in phases; the higher phase can be weather-dependent.
Leisure Morning in Gulmarg — Return to Srinagar
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Gulmarg with optional activities (golf, horseback ride or nature walk). After lunch, drive back to Srinagar. Evening at leisure — consider a second, intimate Wazwan or dine at a lakeside restaurant to sample local kahwa and rogan josh.
Note: This day is deliberately relaxed to balance activity with leisurely cultural immersion.
Srinagar to Pahalgam — Enroute Crafts & Riverside Walks
Drive to Pahalgam (approx. 2.5–3 hours). Enroute, stop at small artisan hubs to observe walnut wood carving and local embroidery. Arrive at Pahalgam and explore the Lidder River promenade, local bazaars and small artisan stalls selling Kashmiri souvenirs.
Tip: Carry small change for local markets and support local artisans — bargaining is common but respectful.
Pahalgam: Betaab Valley, Aru & Traditional Cuisine Evening
Full day exploring Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, and scenic meadows. Enjoy a picnic-style lunch beside the river or dine at a local dhaba to sample rustic Kashmiri specialities. Evening features a curated dine-in where you can meet a local cook/host to learn basics of making a Kashmiri dish — part of the 'Cuisine Week' experience.
Note: Valley walks are gentle; ponies are available for steeper stretches.
Return to Srinagar via Sonamarg — Thajiwas Glacier View (Day Trip)
Drive back toward Srinagar with a scenic detour to Sonamarg. Stroll to Thajiwas Glacier (short walk or local pony/jeep) and enjoy Himalayan valley vistas. Late afternoon return to Srinagar for a farewell lakeside evening — optional final Wazwan or private candlelit dinner onboard your houseboat.
Tip: Sonamarg's glacier walk can be muddy; wear sturdy footwear and a waterproof layer during rains.
Departure from Srinagar — Farewell
Morning at leisure — last-minute shopping in Srinagar's craft lanes or a short shikara ride if time permits. Transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward flight, carrying memories (and handicrafts) from this immersive Kashmir tour package focusing on markets, crafts and Wazwan evenings.
Important: Confirm flight times; we recommend morning departures to avoid evening weather-related delays.
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation (houseboat & hotels as per itinerary)
- Daily breakfast, 4 specially curated dinners including Wazwan evenings (as per itinerary)
- All transfers & sightseeing by private AC vehicle
- Local English-speaking guide for city & market walks
- Gulmarg Gondola tickets (one round trip, subject to operational hours)
- All applicable taxes and entry fees
- One hands-on Kashmiri cooking experience in Pahalgam
Note: Meals listed as included are subject to local availability and festival closures.
Exclusions
- Airfare / Train fares to/from Srinagar
- Personal expenses, tips and porterage
- Additional meals not mentioned in inclusions
- Adventure activities (skiing, snowmobile, pony rides) unless specified as optional
- Travel insurance and emergency evacuation cover
- Any permits or fees for special activities not listed above
Important: Optional experiences (pony rides, additional gondola phases) are payable locally and may be seasonal.
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