Destination Guide

Paradise on Earth

Explore the valleys that poets write about and travelers dream of.

Srinagar

The Venice of the East

Distance

0 km (Base)

Must Visit

Why Srinagar?

Drift through the silent waters of Dal Lake on a Shikara, surrounded by the Zabarwan mountains. A city where Mughal gardens bloom and heritage floats.

Altitude

1,585m

Best Time

Apr - Oct

Experiences

Shikara RideHouseboat StayMughal GardensOld City Walk

Gulmarg

The Meadow of Flowers

Distance

51 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Gulmarg?

Ride the world's second-highest gondola to Mt. Apharwat. In winter, it's a white wonderland for skiing; in summer, a lush green paradise.

Altitude

2,650m

Best Time

Dec - Mar (Snow)

Experiences

Gondola RideSkiingGolfingATV Ride

Pahalgam

Valley of Shepherds

Distance

90 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Pahalgam?

The sound of the Lidder River follows you everywhere. Famous for its pine forests, Betaab Valley, and as the starting point for Amarnath Yatra.

Altitude

2,740m

Best Time

Mar - Nov

Experiences

Betaab ValleyRiver RaftingPony RideAru Valley

Sonamarg

The Meadow of Gold

Distance

80 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Sonamarg?

A gateway to the ancient Silk Road. Rugged mountains, glaciers that touch the road, and the mighty Sindh river make it a trekker's dream.

Altitude

2,800m

Best Time

Apr - Oct

Experiences

Thajiwas GlacierSledgingZero PointCamping

Gurez Valley

The Ultimate Offbeat Frontier

Distance

123 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Gurez Valley?

Hidden behind the high Razdan Pass, Gurez is a fortress of nature. Famous for the pyramid-shaped Habba Khatoon peak and the pristine Kishanganga river.

Altitude

2,400m

Best Time

May - Sep

Experiences

CampingKishanganga RiverHabba KhatoonStargazing

Yusmarg

The Meadow of Jesus

Distance

47 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Yusmarg?

A quiet, serene meadow surrounded by dense pine forests. Less crowded than Gulmarg, it offers pure tranquility and the beautiful Doodhganga river.

Altitude

2,396m

Best Time

May - Sep

Experiences

Doodhganga TrekHorse RidingPicnicNilnag Lake

Doodhpathri

The Valley of Milk

Distance

42 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Doodhpathri?

An untouched bowl-shaped valley where the water crashes against rocks so white it looks like milk. Peaceful, pristine, and crowd-free.

Altitude

2,730m

Best Time

May - Sep

Experiences

PicnicNature WalkStream CrossingRelaxation

Sinthan Top

Distance

90 km from Srinagar

Must Visit

Why Sinthan Top?

Altitude

Best Time

May - Sep

Experiences

Snow PlayPhotographyDrive through the PassTrekking

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