| Location | Key Highlights |
| Srinagar | Traditional Kashmiri welcome with Kahwah, Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar, Chashm-e-Shahi), Hazratbal Shrine, Shankaracharya Temple, Shikara Ride on Dal Lake |
| Sonamarg | Scenic drive through Sindh Valley, Thajiwas Glacier pony ride, Alpine scenery |
| Trek: Sonamarg to Nichnai via Shekdur | Trek through pine & maple forests, Shekdur meadows, alongside Sindh River |
| Nichnai | Cross Nichnai Pass (13,500 ft), wildflower meadows, reach Vishansar Lake |
| Vishansar (Rest Day) | Acclimatization, exploration around Vishansar & optional hike to Kishansar Lake |
| Vishansar | Trek past Kishansar Lake, cross Gadsar Pass (13,800 ft), arrive at stunning Gadsar Lake |
| Gadsar | Trek through alpine meadows and pass army post, explore cluster of seven Satsar Lakes |
| Satsar | Traverse boulder terrain, reach Gangabal & Nundkol twin lakes beneath Mt. Harmukh |
| Gangabal | Descent through pine forests, optional Naranag Temple visit, return to Srinagar |
Day 01ARRIVE SRINAGAR – WELCOME TO PARADISE
Highlights: Chashm-e-Shahi, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Hazratbal Shrine, Shankaracharya Temple, Shikara Ride
Experience: Arrive in Srinagar, the crown jewel of Kashmir. Enjoy a warm Kashmiri welcome with Kahwah, followed by a guided tour of the famed Mughal Gardens, spiritual shrines, and a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
Overnight: Traditional Houseboat – Srinagar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 02SRINAGAR – SONAMARG – THE GOLDEN MEADOW
Highlights: Scenic Drive, Sindh River Valley, Thajiwas Glacier
Drive through charming valleys to reach Sonamarg (2743m), meaning ‘Meadow of Gold’. Enjoy a pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and alpine beauty.
Overnight: Hotel/Campsite – Sonamarg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 03TREK TO NICHNAI VIA SHEKDUR – INTO THE WILD
Trek: Approx. 9–10 km | 6–7 hours
Highlights: Maple & Pine Forests, Shekdur Meadows, Sindh River
Begin your Kashmir Great Lakes Trek! Ascend through lush forests of maple and pine, pass through peaceful meadows of Shekdur, and follow the river to reach Nichnai.
Overnight: Camp – Nichnai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04NICHNAI TO VISHANSAR LAKE – THE LAKE BECKONS
Trek: Approx. 13 km | 7–8 hours
Highlights: Nichnai Pass (13,500 ft), Alpine Meadows, Wildflowers
Climb over the Nichnai Pass, marvel at snow bridges, and descend into colorful meadows dotted with flowers and streams to reach the surreal Vishansar Lake.
Overnight: Camp – Vishansar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05REST DAY AT VISHANSAR – ACCLIMATIZE & ADMIRE
Highlights: Acclimatization, Lakeside Exploration
Spend the day relaxing by the vibrant blue Vishansar Lake. Explore the area, capture panoramic views, and prepare your body for higher altitudes. Optional hike to Kishansar Lake.
Overnight: Camp – Vishansar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06VISHANSAR TO GADSAR VIA KISHANSAR – LAKES & LEGENDS
Trek: Approx. 11 km | 6–7 hours
Highlights: Kishansar Lake, Gadsar Pass (13,800 ft), Gadsar Lake
Cross the highest point of the trek at Gadsar Pass with incredible views of the twin lakes. Descend to the serene and lesser-known Gadsar Lake, rich with local lore.
Overnight: Camp – Gadsar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07GADSAR TO SATSAR – SEVEN HIDDEN GEMS
Trek: Approx. 12 km | 6–7 hours
Highlights: Army Checkpoint, Rolling Meadows, Satsar Lakes
Cross wildflower fields and forested trails to reach Satsar, a hidden cluster of seven alpine lakes surrounded by rugged peaks.
Overnight: Camp – Satsar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08SATSAR TO GANGABAL – NATURE’S MASTERPIECE
Trek: Approx. 9 km | 6–7 hours
Highlights: Bouldered Ridge Trail, Gangabal & Nundkol Lakes
Traverse challenging boulder-strewn ridges and descend into the breathtaking valley of Gangabal and Nundkol Lakes, nestled below Mt. Harmukh.
Overnight: Camp – Gangabal
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09GANGABAL TO NARANAG – DESCENT INTO TRANQUILITY
Trek: Approx. 12 km | 5–6 hours
Highlights: Pine Forest Descent, Optional Naranag Temple Visit
Descend through whispering pine forests to Naranag, where ancient temples stand quietly among the hills. End the trek and drive back to Srinagar.
Overnight: Houseboat/Guesthouse – Srinagar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10DEPARTURE – UNTIL NEXT TIME
Highlights: Leisure Time, Airport Transfer
Enjoy your final morning in Srinagar with some shopping or relaxation. Transfer to the Srinagar Airport for your flight home, carrying unforgettable memories of Kashmir’s wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast
