2-Day Itinerary For Pahalgam Tour

Morning
Arrive in Pahalgam (if coming from Srinagar, it’s ~2-3 hours by car)

Check into your hotel or guesthouse

Freshen up and have breakfast

Mid-Morning – Betaab Valley
Visit Betaab Valley (about 7 km from Pahalgam)

Lush meadows, river views, surrounded by snow-capped mountains

Ideal for photography, short nature walks, or picnic

Entry Fee: Approx ₹100–₹150

Spend 1–2 hours here

Afternoon – Aru Valley
Head to Aru Valley (12 km from Pahalgam; can hire a local cab or pony)

Known for its peaceful setting, horse rides, and base camp for treks

Option for light trekking or relaxing by the Lidder River

Have lunch at a local restaurant or pack a picnic

Evening – Back to Pahalgam
Return to Pahalgam town

Visit the Lidder River for a quiet walk or riverside tea/snacks

Stroll through the local market for handicrafts and Kashmiri souvenirs

Dinner at a local restaurant (try Rogan Josh, Dum Aloo, or Kashmiri Wazwan)

Overnight: Stay in Pahalgam

Activities : Mountaineering

Morning – Chandanwari
After breakfast, visit Chandanwari (16 km; the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra)

Snow even in summer (sometimes), beautiful rock formations

Ideal for a short snow sledge ride or walking around

Duration: ~1–2 hours

Optional: Visit Mamleshwar Temple (ancient Shiva temple near Pahalgam)

Midday – Baisaran (Mini Switzerland)
Pony ride or trek (~5 km uphill) to Baisaran Valley

Lush green meadows surrounded by pine forests and mountains

Pony ride costs around ₹1000–₹1500 round trip (negotiable)

Adventure activities like zorbing or zip-lining may be available

Pack light snacks/water if trekking

Spend ~2–3 hours

Afternoon – Lunch & Relax
Return to Pahalgam town

Lunch at your hotel or a café (try trout fish if available)

Evening – Departure or Leisure
If heading back to Srinagar, start by 4–5 PM

If staying another night, relax by the Lidder River or take a short nature walk

Activities : Mountaineering