A short 2 Nights / 3 Days break built around a Dal Lake houseboat and the best of Srinagar.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Dal Lake houseboat 2 nights
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Day 1
Dal Lake Houseboat
Arrive in Srinagar, Houseboat Check-In & Sunset Shikara
Airport pickup and transfer to your cedarwood houseboat on Dal Lake. Settle in with Kahwa on the deck, then take a one-hour Shikara ride at sunset past the floating gardens and lake markets.
Dal LakeHouseboats, floating gardens and shikara rides in the heart of Srinagar.
Dal Lake
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Day 2
Dal Lake Houseboat
Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple & Old City
Visit Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Cheshma Shahi, then the Shankaracharya Temple hill for valley views. In the afternoon, walk through Srinagar's old city for Pashmina, walnut wood craft and saffron shopping.
Mughal Gardens Temple Viewpoint Old City Bazaars
Places on this day
Shankaracharya TempleHilltop Shiva temple with views over Srinagar, about 240 steps up.
Nishat BaghThe largest Mughal garden, built in 1633 in terraces down to Dal Lake.
Shalimar BaghMughal garden laid out by Emperor Jahangir in 1619.
Pampore saffron fieldsKashmir's saffron town. The fields flower purple in late October and November.
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Day 3
Farewell
Morning on the Lake & Departure
Enjoy an unhurried breakfast on the houseboat with morning views of the lake, then transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.
Lakeside Breakfast Shopping Stop If Time Allows Airport Drop
Places on this day
Dal LakeHouseboats, floating gardens and shikara rides in the heart of Srinagar.
Included
2 nights in a Dal Lake houseboat
Daily breakfast and dinner
One-hour sunset Shikara ride
Private cab for sightseeing and airport transfers
Fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance
24/7 on-ground assistance
Not included
Flights or trains to and from Srinagar
Garden and monument entry tickets
Lunch, snacks, shopping and tips
Good to know
Guests: Couples & Short Breaks. Private tour from 2 travellers.
Duration: 2 Nights, 3 Days. 2N Dal Lake Houseboat
Transport: Private Cab. Dedicated vehicle with fuel & driver.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner. Daily at your stays.
Only postpaid mobile connections work reliably in Jammu & Kashmir.
Houseboats are reached by a short Shikara transfer, so please pack light where possible.
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.
Pay a ₹5,000 token to secure your booking. The rest is paid before you travel.
Srinagar Houseboat Getaway FAQs
Yes, for Srinagar alone. Two nights cover a houseboat stay, a Shikara ride, the Mughal Gardens and the old city. To add Gulmarg or Pahalgam, choose a 3-night or longer package.
Yes. A one-hour sunset Shikara ride on Dal Lake is included.
Yes. Most guests add a Gulmarg or Pahalgam day. Tell us your dates and we will adjust the plan.
Houseboats are moored and stable, but boarding is by Shikara. Tell us about any mobility needs and we can suggest a suitable boat or a lakeside hotel.
Dal LakeHouseboats, floating gardens and shikara rides in the heart of Srinagar.
Shankaracharya Temple
Nishat Bagh
Shalimar Bagh
Pampore saffron fields
Dal Lake
