Glorious Kashmir Family Package

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• Package - Budget
• Sightseeing

The Glorious Kashmir Family Package is a 4 nights, 5 days trip for families who want to see the valley's lakes, gardens, meadows and snow without rushing the children or the grandparents. You begin with a night on a Dal Lake houseboat, spend a night in Pahalgam, visit Gulmarg and Sonmarg, and travel in a private vehicle that stays with your family for the whole trip.

We are a registered travel agency based in Srinagar, and we host around 800 to 900 families every year, from couples with small children to joint families of up to 100 people. You can choose a Standard, Deluxe or Premium version, and we adjust the hotels, rooms and vehicle to your budget.

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day 1Srinagar: Arrival and Dal Lake houseboat night

   Our representative meets you at Srinagar Airport and takes you to Dal Lake. Check in to your houseboat and rest after the journey. In the evening, enjoy the complimentary one-hour shikara ride on the lake. If you arrive early, we can add Srinagar sightseeing, such as the Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple and Lal Chowk. In April, the Tulip Garden is also open. Dinner and overnight stay on the houseboat.

2. Day 2Srinagar to Pahalgam

   After breakfast, drive to Pahalgam, about 90 km from Srinagar. On the way, stop at the saffron fields (depending on the season) and the Awantipora ruins, as time permits. In Pahalgam, visit Betaab Valley and the nearby sights of the ABC circuit: Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari. Children can enjoy optional pony rides and the amusement park, and Baisaran Valley is an optional attraction, subject to local access. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Pahalgam.

3. Day 3Pahalgam to Gulmarg and Srinagar

   After breakfast, check out and drive to Gulmarg. Enjoy the meadows, the mountain views and some family photographs. You can also take the optional Gulmarg gondola from Kongdori to Apharwat. Gondola tickets are not included, the queue can take two to three hours in peak season, and the ride depends on the weather. In the evening, drive to Srinagar for hotel check-in, dinner and overnight stay.

4. Day 4Srinagar to Sonmarg

   After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg, about 80 km from Srinagar, a mountain meadow along the Sindh River. Visit the Thajiwas Glacier area. Pony rides and snow activities are optional where available, and an excursion towards Zero Point is possible, subject to access and local conditions. Enjoy the mountain scenery and return to Srinagar in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

5. Day 5Srinagar: Departure

   After breakfast, check out and we transfer you to Srinagar Airport for your journey home. If your flight is later in the day, we can fit in some Srinagar sightseeing before the transfer. Tour concludes.
   
   TIP: Please leave for the airport at least 4 hours before your flight. There are several security checkpoints before the terminal, and traffic outside the airport often builds up.

Specific sightseeing depends on the weather, the season, local transport rules and the time available.

Standard, Deluxe or Premium: choose the stay that fits your family

Your nights are one on a Dal Lake houseboat, one in Pahalgam and two in Srinagar. Here is what each version offers. If a property is full, we provide a similar one in the same category.

• Standard, from about ₹4,500 per person: Srinagar at Your Hive or similar, Pahalgam at Fresh Wave Resort or similar, and the Humayun Palace Houseboat.
• Deluxe (3-star), up to about ₹14,000 per person: Srinagar at Sideeq Palace or similar, Pahalgam at Arabian Nights or similar, and the Safina Heritage Houseboat.
• Premium (4-star), up to about ₹30,000 per person: Srinagar at The Kabo, Pahalgam at Eaden Resort, and the Wagnoo Sheraton Houseboat.

These prices are indicative. The final quote depends on the season, your group size, the vehicle and your requirements, and we quote for your actual travel dates. Prices rise in peak periods such as May to June and around Christmas and New Year, especially 31 December and 1 January.

Children, rooms and family needs

• Children up to 6 years stay free of charge.
• Children up to 8 years can share a bed with their parents.
• Children above 8 years need an extra bed or a mattress.
• Children's meals are charged separately.
• On request, we arrange connecting or adjoining rooms for larger families, hotels that suit senior citizens, and special meal arrangements for children.
• We take family groups from 2 people up to 100 people.

Meals and food

Breakfast and dinner are included. Lunch is generally not included. If your family eats only vegetarian or only Jain food, we arrange exactly that. Please tell us your dietary needs in advance so that your hotels are ready for you.

Your private vehicle

The vehicle is private to your family for the whole trip, and you never share it with unrelated tourists. We choose it according to your group size, luggage and budget.

• 2 to 4 guests: Maruti Ertiga, Toyota Innova or Innova Crysta
• 5 to 7 guests: Toyota Innova or Innova Crysta, depending on budget and luggage
• 8 guests or more: Tempo Traveller or Force Urbania

Best time for a Kashmir family package

• December: the best month for snow, snow-covered mountains and winter activities.
• April: spring flowers, greenery and snow views on the mountains, and the Tulip Garden is a major attraction. It is our top pick for families who want a bit of everything.
• May to June: green valleys, pleasant weather and gardens. It is also a busy season, so book early.

A real family: Mr. Sukant and his family

About three years ago, Mr. Sukant and his family travelled with us on a 4 nights, 5 days package. What they remembered most was our prompt service during the trip. They later shared their experience in a video on YouTube, and you can watch it to hear it in their own words.

Watch Mr. Sukant's video

Before you book: tips for families

• Do not choose only by price. Very cheap packages can mean poor hotels and surprise costs. Check which hotels you get and what is included.
• Confirm in advance. Make sure your hotels and transport are confirmed before you pay in full.
• Use a registered agency. Book with a registered and reliable travel agency, and not with a driver or an unregistered agent.
• Carry ID. Adults need a valid Aadhaar card for booking. Parents should carry suitable ID for children, and keep all ID handy for hotel check-ins and airport travel.
• Pack for the season. In winter, carry gloves, socks, jackets and thermals for everyone, including children and elders.

Booking and payment

To confirm your booking, we take a token of ₹5,000. When your hotel vouchers are issued, a further 10% is due. Requirements can vary with each hotel's policy. Cancellation and refunds depend on the hotel policies and our terms, so please read our cancellation and refund policy before you confirm. For a longer trip, see our 5 nights 6 days and 6 nights 7 days family packages, or the shorter 3 nights 4 days one.

Places covered

• Srinagar
• Pahalgam
• Gulmarg
• Sonmarg
• Dal Lake
• Aru Valley
• Betaab Valley

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