Kashmir Short Escape
Srinagar · Sonmarg · Gulmarg — the perfect quick getaway when you are short on days but still want the valley in full.
The valley in four days
Short on time but not on wonder. This compact escape gives you the essential Kashmir — the Mughal gardens and a shikara ride in Srinagar, the glaciers of Sonmarg, and the famous meadows of Gulmarg — all from a comfortable Srinagar base. Ideal for a long weekend or a first taste of the valley.
Itinerary
Arrive Srinagar · Gardens & Shikara
Airport pickup and check-in. Visit the Mughal Gardens — Nishat, Shalimar and Chashme Shahi. Evening shikara ride on Dal Lake. Overnight in Srinagar.
Sonmarg Day Trip
Full-day excursion to Sonmarg, the "Meadow of Gold," and the Thajiwas Glacier area with snow points (pony rides locally). Return to Srinagar. Overnight in Srinagar.
Gulmarg Day Trip
Drive to Gulmarg for the Gondola cable car (tickets at own cost), meadows and snow activities. Return to Srinagar. Overnight in Srinagar.
Departure
Breakfast, then transfer to Srinagar airport.
Silver · Gold · Diamond
Same itinerary, your choice of comfort. Starting prices, per person on twin-sharing.
- Comfortable 3-star hotels
- Standard rooms
- Private sedan (Dzire/Etios)
- Breakfast + dinner daily
- All transfers & sightseeing
- 4-star / premium hotels
- Better room category
- Private SUV (Innova)
- Breakfast + dinner daily
- Welcome drink
- 5-star / luxury stays
- Premium rooms
- Private Innova Crysta
- Breakfast + dinner daily
- Premium shikara & extras
Inclusions
- Airport meet & greet on arrival
- Accommodation for all nights (per chosen tier)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All transfers & sightseeing by private vehicle as per itinerary
- Driver allowance, fuel, parking and toll taxes
- One Shikara ride on Dal Lake (approx. 1 hour)
- 24×7 on-trip travel assistance
Exclusions
- Airfare / train fare to and from Srinagar
- GST (5%) — applicable extra
- Gulmarg Gondola ride tickets
- Pony, sledge rides and local union vehicles (Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam)
- Monument / garden entry fees
- Lunch and any meals not specified
- Personal expenses, tips, and travel insurance
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Frequently asked questions
Is 3 nights enough for Kashmir?
It covers the highlights — Srinagar, Sonmarg and Gulmarg — comfortably. If you also want Pahalgam, consider our 4N/5D or 5N/6D packages.
Does this package include Pahalgam?
No — to keep it short, this trip focuses on Srinagar, Sonmarg and Gulmarg. Pahalgam is included from the 4N/5D package onwards.
What's the difference between the three tiers?
Same route and sightseeing. Silver is 3-star + sedan, Gold is 4-star + SUV, Diamond is 5-star/luxury + private premium SUV.
Can we add a houseboat night?
Yes, we can add a Dal Lake houseboat night on request — just ask when you enquire and we will quote it.
Get your exact quote
Tell us your dates, group size and preferred tier. Our local team replies with a clear, no-obligation quote — usually within a few hours.