City Tour

• Dal Lake & Shikara Ride: Scenic lake surrounded by mountains, famous for traditional Shikara boats, floating gardens and markets, and waterside life. Guests can opt for a peaceful Shikara ride to experience the lake from close quarters.
• Mughal Gardens Circuit: Visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi and often the nearby Tulip or Botanical Garden (seasonal), all set against the Zabarwan Hills. These historic terraced gardens are known for fountains, flower beds, chinar trees, and panoramic lake views.
• Shankaracharya Temple / Hilltop Viewpoint: Ancient hilltop temple (or city viewpoint) offering wide views of Srinagar, Dal Lake, and the valley. It is an important spiritual spot and a perfect place for sunrise or sunset photographs.
• Hazratbal Shrine & Local Culture: Stop at the revered Hazratbal Shrine area on the banks of Dal Lake, an important religious and cultural landmark in Srinagar. The surrounding lanes offer a glimpse of local life and traditional Kashmiri architecture.
• Shopping at Lal Chowk / Local Markets: Time for shopping pashmina shawls, carpets, papier-mâché items, dry fruits and Kashmiri spices in popular markets like Lal Chowk and nearby bazaars. This is also a good time to try local street snacks and bakery products.