Premium Kashmir Culinary Week (8 Nights): Wazwan Masterclasses & Market Tours | 8 Nights and 9 Days Kashmir Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival, Shikara Welcome and Orientation
Arrive at Srinagar Airport and transfer to a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake. Settle in and enjoy a relaxing shikara ride at sunset. Orientation with your culinary host who will outline the week's masterclasses and market tours. Evening welcome dinner featuring a light Kashmiri spread and introduction to the Wazwan tradition.
Tip: Carry light layers—mornings and evenings on the lake can be cool.
Old Srinagar Market Tour & Kashmiri Snack Walk
Guided walk through Lal Chowk and the narrow lanes of the old city to discover spice stalls, nut merchants, and bakeries. Taste street snacks like Kashmiri kahwa, noon chai, and freshly baked breads. Workshop-style stop at a spice vendor to learn about Kashmiri masalas used in Wazwan.
Evening: Relax on your houseboat with a short demo — preparing modur pulav (sweet pulao) and local breads.
Wazwan Masterclass — Meats & Masalas
Full-day hands-on Wazwan masterclass with a local wazwan chef. Learn to prepare signature meat dishes including Rista, Gushtaba, and marination techniques for Yakhni. Session includes:
- Spice grinding and masala blending
- Demonstration on meat preparation techniques
- Supervised cooking and plating
Dinner: Sit down to the full Wazwan feast you helped prepare. Dietary note: vegetarian alternatives available on request.
Houseboat Baking & Saffron Field Visit
Morning visit to nearby saffron fields (seasonal) with a short talk on saffron harvesting and uses in Kashmiri sweets and pulao. Return to the houseboat for a baking session focusing on Kashmiri breads and desserts, including sheermal and phirni.
Evening leisure: Optional cultural performance or walk along the Dal Lake promenade.
Transfer to Gulmarg: Gondola and Alpine Cooking
Scenic drive to Gulmarg through pine forests and mountain vistas. Check in and take the Gulmarg Gondola (weather permitting) to the alpine meadows. Picnic-style culinary session focusing on high-altitude cooking techniques, foraging notes (seasonal herbs), and a simple meadow lunch featuring grilled kebabs and mountain salads.
Evening: Free time to explore Gulmarg village or relax at the hotel.
Farmers' Market Visit & Kashmiri Baking in Gulmarg
Morning visit to a local farmers' market to source fresh produce—apples, berries (seasonal), dairy products. Return for a hands-on baking session focusing on rustic Kashmiri breads and milk-based desserts. Afternoon optional activities include short nature walks or pony rides.
Tip: Carry comfortable walking shoes for meadow trails.
Drive to Pahalgam: Village Visit & Lamb Workshop
Depart Gulmarg for Pahalgam, stopping en route for photo points. On arrival, visit a hill village to meet local families and learn about sheep-rearing traditions. Participate in a focused workshop on Kashmiri lamb dishes—preparing Rogan Josh and regional stews using slow-cooking techniques and yogurt-based gravies.
Evening: Warm family-style dinner with local hosts.
Return to Srinagar: Final Culinary Walk & Farewell Dinner
Drive back to Srinagar. Afternoon culinary walk through a different neighborhood market to pick final souvenirs and ingredients. Final hands-on session to assemble a multi-course menu blending what you've learned—rice, bread, a meat dish, and dessert. Farewell dinner on the houseboat or boutique hotel featuring certificate presentation.
Special note: Recipes and a souvenir spice kit provided to all participants.
Departure and Optional Shopping
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward flight. Those with later departures can enjoy optional shopping for Kashmiri saffron, dry fruits, pashmina (verify authenticity), and souvenirs in curated shops.
Tip: Allow extra time for airport procedures during peak season.
Inclusions
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- 8 nights accommodation as per itinerary (houseboat & hotels)
- Daily breakfast, 6 chef-led masterclass meals, 5 curated lunches, welcome & farewell dinners
- All cooking class ingredients, aprons, recipes, and a souvenir spice kit
- Guided market tours, shikara ride on Dal Lake, Gondola tickets (one ascent per person), and local entrance fees
- Experienced culinary hosts/chefs and local English-speaking guides
- All ground transportation between destinations as per itinerary
- Applicable local taxes (unless stated otherwise)
Note: Private family masterclass scheduling can be arranged at an extra cost.
Exclusions
- International or domestic flights to/from Srinagar
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, tips, and porterage
- Optional activities (horse/pony rides, extra Gondola rides, snow activities) not listed in inclusions
- Alcoholic beverages and specific premium items purchased locally
- GST or additional government levies introduced after booking
Important: Any special dietary requirements must be informed at the time of booking to arrange alternatives.
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