Srinagar 3 Days Nature - Culture - Comfort Tour

Morning:

Arrival in Srinagar (by flight or road).

Hotel/Houseboat Check-in

Stay options: Traditional houseboat on Dal Lake, luxury hotels, or cozy boutique stays.

Midday:

Shikara Ride on Dal Lake (1–2 hours)

Visit floating gardens, vegetable markets, and see the unique lake lifestyle.

Great photo ops with views of the Zabarwan mountains.

Afternoon:

Visit Mughal Gardens:

Nishat Bagh – "Garden of Joy", built along the lake with terraced lawns and fountains.

Shalimar Bagh – A historic garden built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir for his queen.

Chashme Shahi – Smallest garden, known for its natural spring water.

Evening:

Pari Mahal (optional)

Historical monument with views over Dal Lake and the city. Beautiful during sunset.

Local Market Visit (Lal Chowk or Polo View Market)

Shop for pashmina shawls, Kashmiri carpets, saffron, dried fruits, and handicrafts.

Dinner:

Enjoy authentic Kashmiri Wazwan (multi-course meal) at a local restaurant.

Dishes to try: Rogan Josh, Gushtaba, Dum Aloo, Yakhni.

Overnight Stay: Srinagar (Hotel or Houseboat)

Activities : Mountaineering

Morning:

Shankaracharya Temple Visit

Located on a hilltop with panoramic views of Srinagar and Dal Lake. (Note: stairs involved.)

Hazratbal Shrine

Beautiful white marble mosque located on the northern shores of Dal Lake. Revered by locals.

Afternoon:

Nigeen Lake (quieter than Dal Lake)

Take a peaceful shikara ride or relax by the lake.

Crafts Tour (Optional)

Visit local artisans' workshops to see carpet weaving, papier-mâché art, or wood carving.

Evening:

Sunset at Boulevard Road

Take a walk along the lakefront, grab some street food (like masala corn, kahwa), and enjoy views of the lit-up houseboats.

Dinner + Overnight Stay

Activities : Mountaineering

If time allows:

Morning walk or breakfast on a houseboat.

Short walk through old city alleys (Downtown Srinagar) – see traditional Kashmiri homes with jharokhas (wooden balconies), visit local bakeries (Kandur Waan) for traditional breads like Tsot & Girda.

Quick stop at Jamia Masjid (if open and time permits) – a historic wooden mosque with Indo-Islamic architecture.

Check out + Departure

Airport drop (reach 2 hours early, as there can be multiple security checks).

Activities : Mountaineering