Timeless Kashmir Retreat – Srinagar, Gulmarg & Pahalgam Experience
5D/4N
Day inSrinagar Day inGulmarg (day trip)Day inSonamarg (day trip)+2 more
Day inPahalgamDay inSrinagar
Highlights
- Signature quartet: Srinagar • Gulmarg • Sonamarg • Pahalgam covered in comfort
- Private sunset Shikara on Dal/Nigeen (60 min) with flower décor & saffron Kahwa
- Gulmarg Gondola Phase‑1 tickets included; priority pre‑booking for Phase‑2
Itinerary
Airport/Station welcome and check‑in at your 4★/5★ lakefront hotel. Explore Shankaracharya Temple (city panorama) and the Mughal trio — Shalimar, Nishat, Chashme Shahi. Sunset: private Shikara on Dal/Nigeen with flower décor + saffron Kahwa & cookies (included).
Private pickup: Airport/Station → Hotel (SUV)
10:00 - 11:00
Srinagar
Shankaracharya Temple viewpoint
12:00 - 13:00
Srinagar
Mughal Gardens — Shalimar, Nishat, Chashme Shahi
13:30 - 16:30
Srinagar
Private Shikara 60 minutes (sunset; décor + Kahwa & cookies)
17:30 - 18:30
Dal/Nigeen Lake
Overnight: Srinagar (4★/5★ hotel)
21:00 - 07:00
Srinagar
Inclusions
- Accommodation: 4 nights — Srinagar 2N (4★/5★ hotel) + 1N Luxury AC Houseboat (Dal/Nigeen) + Pahalgam 1N (4★/5★ resort)
- Rooms & services: Private bathrooms, daily housekeeping, premium amenities
- Meals (MAP): 4 breakfasts + 4 dinners at hotels/resort
- Houseboat night: welcome drink, evening snacks, candle‑light dinner, breakfast (all included)
- Transport: Private premium AC SUV for 5 days as per itinerary (D1: pickup + Srinagar sightseeing, D2: Gulmarg excursion, D3: Sonamarg excursion, D4: Srinagar → Pahalgam transfer, D5: departure drop)
- Airport/Rail transfers: 2 (arrival + departure)
- Bottled water: 2 bottles per guest per day in vehicle
- Cold towels: provided daily in vehicle (subject to availability)
- Included experiences: Private Shikara 60 minutes (sunset; décor + Kahwa & cookies)
- Tickets included: Gulmarg Gondola Phase‑1 (Kongdori) — subject to weather/slot availability
- Driver & logistics: English‑speaking chauffeur, driver bata, tolls, parking, fuel (all included)
- Support: White‑glove 24×7 WhatsApp concierge
- Taxes: All applicable taxes including 5% GST
Exclusions
- Gondola Phase‑2 (Apharwat) tickets; Pahalgam/Sonamarg union cabs; ponies/ATVs/sledges; garden/temple/park entries; camera fees
- Flights/trains; lunches, snacks, beverages; spa treatments; tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance (recommended but not included)
- Early check‑in/late checkout; peak/festival surcharges
- Anything not mentioned under Inclusions
Your Trip in a Nutshell
- Duration
- 4 Nights / 5 Days
- Start / End Point
- Start: Srinagar (SXR/SINA); End: Srinagar (SXR/SINA)
- Stay
- Srinagar 3N — 2N 4★/5★ hotel + 1N Luxury AC houseboat (Dal/Nigeen) • Pahalgam 1N — 4★/5★ resort
- Meals
- MAP (Breakfast & Dinner): 4 breakfasts + 4 dinners; houseboat night includes welcome drink, evening snacks, candle‑light dinner & breakfast
- Main Highlight
- Signature Kashmir quartet with luxury houseboat night, private premium SUV, sunset Shikara with décor & Kahwa, Gulmarg Gondola Phase‑1 included, and minimal hotel changes
- Best Season
- Apr–Jun bloom | Jul–Sep lush | Dec–Mar snow magic (pack warm)
- Ideal For
- Honeymooners and discerning travellers seeking Kashmir’s icons with comfort and calm
Know Before You Go
- Gondola: Phase‑1 included; weekends fill fast — we pre‑book; carry photo ID & warm layers (snow glare → sunglasses)
- Union rules: Pahalgam (Aru/Betaab/Chandanwari) & Sonamarg (Thajiwas/Zero Point) run on union vehicles/ponies/ATVs — pay directly at official counters; our chauffeur assists
- Houseboat comfort: Luxury boats offer AC/heat as per policy; Nigeen is calmer for sleep, Dal is livelier for views
- Winter ops: Snow may cause brief closures; we resequence or route via Yusmarg/Doodhpathri as alternates; heating may be chargeable at some properties
- Arrivals/Departures: Choose Airport (SXR) or Railway (SINA). Security is layered — keep buffers
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we upgrade to an ultra‑luxury palace stay?
Yes — subject to dates; we’ll propose flagship 5★ options in Srinagar & Pahalgam with view rooms or suites.
Is a private Gondola cabin available?
Gondola is public. Phase‑1 tickets are included; for Phase‑2 (extra), we time slots to avoid peak queues.
What about a private photoshoot?
We can add a professional photographer for lake and garden frames (sunrise/sunset slots recommended).
Can we add skiing or snowboarding in winter?
Absolutely — Gulmarg offers rentals and lessons (direct pay). Your chauffeur helps with vetted vendors.
Is the itinerary flexible day‑to‑day?
Yes — within weather/road realities, your driver and concierge can re‑sequence to keep days smooth and scenic.
Package Policies
Confirmation Policy
- Payment for your booking can be made in multiple parts.
- Once your first payment is received, you'll get an official email confirmation with your booking summary.
- After completing 100% payment, your final Travel Coffee voucher will be issued — containing hotel details, transport arrangements, inclusions, and emergency contact information.
- Please double-check traveller names, ID proofs, and travel dates before confirming the booking.
Refund Policy
- Eligible refunds will be processed within 10 business days of approval.
- Refunds are credited to your original payment method or Travel Coffee wallet, as applicable.
- Refund timelines may vary if third-party suppliers (like hotels or transport partners) are involved.
- Convenience fees, taxes, and gateway charges are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy
- 30 days or more before travel: 25% of total booking cost charged as cancellation fees.
- 15 to 29 days before travel: 50% of total booking cost charged as cancellation fees.
- Within 14 days of travel: 100% of total booking cost charged as cancellation fees.
- No-show or last-minute cancellations (after trip start) are non-refundable.
- In case of weather disruptions, government restrictions, strikes, or other force-majeure events, alternate arrangements will be offered whenever possible. However, cash refunds are not available in such scenarios.
Payment Term Policy
- A minimum 25–50% advance payment is required at the time of booking to block your slots.
- The remaining balance must be cleared at least 30 days before travel for domestic trips and 45 days before for international trips.
- Last-minute bookings (within 10 days) require 100% upfront payment at confirmation.
- All payments must be made only via official Travel Coffee channels (links, UPI, or bank accounts) listed on our website. Payments made to personal accounts or unofficial representatives are not recognised by Travel Coffee.