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Jammu to Kashmir Mini Tour Package

3N / 4D
  • 1Night in
    Srinagar
  • 1Night in
    Dal Lake houseboat
  • 1Night in
    Pahalgam

A 3 nights 4 days Jammu to Srinagar tour package: start in Jammu or Katra and travel on to the Kashmir Valley.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. Srinagar 1 night
  2. Dal Lake houseboat 1 night
  3. Pahalgam 1 night
01
Day 1
Srinagar Hotel Stay

Jammu / Katra Pickup — Scenic NH 44 Himalayan Expressway Drive to Srinagar

Our professional chauffeur warmly greets you at Jammu Tawi Railway Station, Jammu Airport, or your Katra hotel. Embark on a dramatic mountain road trip via the modern Chenani-Nashri Tunnel and Navyug Banihal-Qazigund Tunnel entering the Kashmir Valley. Pass through walnut groves and apple country into Srinagar. Check into your deluxe hotel and unwind with an authentic Kashmiri dinner.

Dedicated Jammu/Katra Pickup Scenic NH 44 Himalayan Highway Overnight Stay in Srinagar

Places on this day

  • Apple orchardsApple orchardsThe road to Pahalgam runs past orchards. Apples ripen from August to October.
02
Day 2
Heritage Houseboat Stay

Srinagar Mughal Gardens (Nishat & Shalimar Bagh) & Dal Lake Sunset Shikara Cruise

After breakfast, explore the world-renowned UNESCO-listed Mughal Gardens—Nishat Bagh (Garden of Bliss), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love), and the natural spring fountains at Chashma Shahi. Later, check into your traditional hand-carved cedarwood luxury Houseboat docked on the serene waters of Dal Lake. Experience a complimentary 1-hour sunset Shikara ride across Nehru Park and the vibrant floating market.

Royal Mughal Terraces & Fountains 1-Hour Sunset Shikara Cruise Deluxe Dal Lake Houseboat Night

Places on this day

  • Nishat BaghNishat BaghThe largest Mughal garden, built in 1633 in terraces down to Dal Lake.
  • Shalimar BaghShalimar BaghMughal garden laid out by Emperor Jahangir in 1619.
  • Chashme ShahiChashme ShahiA small Mughal garden built around a natural spring.
  • Dal LakeDal LakeHouseboats, floating gardens and shikara rides in the heart of Srinagar.
Dal Lake
Dal Lake
03
Day 3
Pahalgam Hotel Stay

Pahalgam Valley of Shepherds — Betaab Valley, Aru & Lidder River Exploration

Depart after breakfast towards scenic Pahalgam, passing through Pampore purple saffron fields and Avantipur temple ruins. Drive along the gushing turquoise Lidder River, visit the picturesque Betaab Valley, pine-shaded Aru Valley, or take a scenic pony ride up to Baisaran (Mini Switzerland). Check into your cozy Pahalgam riverside hotel for a peaceful alpine night beneath pine canopies.

Pampore Saffron & Apple Country Lidder River & Betaab Valley 1N Riverside Hotel in Pahalgam

Places on this day

  • Pampore saffron fieldsPampore saffron fieldsKashmir's saffron town. The fields flower purple in late October and November.
  • Awantipora ruinsAwantipora ruinsStone temples built by King Avantivarman in the 9th century.
  • Apple orchardsApple orchardsThe road to Pahalgam runs past orchards. Apples ripen from August to October.
  • PahalgamPahalgamPine-forest town on the Lidder River, the base for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari.
Pahalgam
Pahalgam
04
Day 4
Farewell & Drop

Pahalgam to Katra / Jammu Return Scenic Drive & Onward Departure

Wake up to crisp pine mountain air in Pahalgam. Following a hearty breakfast, begin the comfortable return journey across the Banihal expressway back towards Jammu or Katra. Our chauffeur provides timely drop-off at Katra or Jammu Tawi Railway Station / Jammu Airport (or Srinagar Airport if customized) with timeless memories of Kashmir.

Relaxed Pine Valley Breakfast Smooth Highway Return Drive Timely Drop at Jammu/Katra Station

Places on this day

  • PahalgamPahalgamPine-forest town on the Lidder River, the base for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari.

Included

  • 3 Nights Deluxe Accommodation (1N Srinagar Hotel, 1N Dal Lake Houseboat, 1N Pahalgam Riverside Hotel)
  • Pickup and Drop from Jammu Tawi Railway Station, Jammu Airport, or Katra Hotel
  • Daily Breakfast and Dinner (MAP Plan) with freshly prepared vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices
  • All Sightseeing Transfers in Dedicated Private Sanitized Vehicle (Dzire/Etios/Innova)
  • One Hour Complimentary Sunset Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
  • All Highway Toll Taxes, Green Cess, Parking Fees, Fuel Charges & Driver Allowances Included
  • 24/7 On-Ground Local Srinagar Support & Road Status Monitoring

Not included

  • Garden Tickets, Monument Entry Fees & Camera Permits
  • Local Taxi Union Cabs in Pahalgam (Aru, Betaab, Chandanwari)
  • Pony / Horse Riding, Sledging, Rafting or Gondola Cable Car Tickets
  • Lunches, Midday Snacks, and Personal Shopping / Laundry
  • Chained Snow Vehicles during extreme winter conditions (if required)

Good to know

  • Guests: Flexible. Couples, families & small groups.
  • Duration: 3 Nights, 4 Days. Pickup and drop from Jammu / Katra.
  • Transport: Dedicated Private Cab. Sedan / SUV for all transfers and drives.
  • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner. Daily morning and evening meals included.
  • Only postpaid mobile connections (Airtel, Jio, BSNL) work in J&K.
  • Valid government photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport) is required for hotel check-ins.
  • Pahalgam union cab rates are standardized by the local tourist taxi union.
  • Comfortable walking shoes and warm layering are recommended year-round.

Cancellation

More than 20 days before arrival
Change or cancel with no charge.
Within 20 days of arrival
50% of the package cost is charged.
No-show
Treated as a cancellation; the same charges apply.
PriceOn request

Pay a ₹5,000 token to secure your booking. The rest is paid before you travel.

Jammu to Kashmir Mini Tour FAQs

The tour begins with pickup at Jammu Tawi Railway Station or Jammu Airport, travels along the modern 4-lane Himalayan expressway (NH 44) through Udhampur, Patnitop, Ramban, and the Qazigund Tunnel into Srinagar, continuing on to Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Dal Lake.

With the opening of the Banihal-Qazigund Tunnel (Navyug Tunnel) and Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, travel time has reduced dramatically to around 5 to 6.5 hours of smooth, scenic mountain driving with panoramic vistas of the Chenab and Pir Panjal ranges.

Yes, our private cab allows leisurely stops at Patnitop for tea and pine valley views, Kud for famous hot Patisa sweets, and scenic river viewpoints along the Chenab river gorge.

Yes, you have a private, sanitized vehicle (Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, Innova Crysta, or Tempo Traveller) exclusively for your family with a licensed local driver experienced in Himalayan mountain routes.

The mini tour covers Srinagar (Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple, Old City), an overnight stay on a Dal Lake luxury houseboat, and full-day excursions to the meadow of flowers Gulmarg and the Lidder river valley in Pahalgam.

Yes, every Jiya Travels mini tour includes a 1-hour sunset Shikara ride across Dal Lake, gliding past floating gardens, lotus beds, and the vibrant floating bazaar with complimentary Kashmiri Kahwa.

Yes, this tour is designed as an open-jaw itinerary: start with pickup in Jammu and conclude with a direct drop-off at Srinagar Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR), saving you a return road trip.

Jiya Travels maintains 24/7 on-ground traffic monitoring with local highway authorities and traffic control rooms. In the rare event of landslide clearance or snow delays, our team immediately provides alternate routing or comfortable transit halts.

Yes, you can easily customize the mini tour to add a 1-night or 2-night stopover in Katra for Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan before proceeding to Srinagar.

Packages feature Modified American Plan (MAP - Daily Breakfast & Dinner) with stays at verified 3-star or 4-star boutique hotels and super-deluxe houseboats with room heating.

Jiya Travels is a Kashmir-based travel company, founded in 2022. The company has its headquarters in the summer capital Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. We listen to your interests, share our advice and recommendations, and then craft a personalized tour plan for you that covers everything you want in just the fashion you have thought of.