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5N/6DKashmir, Jammu & Kashmir

Kashmir Backpacking from Delhi (5N/6D)

A group backpacking trip to Kashmir from Delhi, by overnight bus to Jammu and on to Srinagar: Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, the Mughal gardens and a houseboat night with a shikara ride on Dal Lake, led by a Trip Captain. You can also join from Jammu or Srinagar.

Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
Departs from
Delhi
Departures
8 upcoming dates
Transport
AC sleeper or deluxe bus from Delhi to Jammu and back; Tempo Traveller or cab (depending on group size) from Jammu onwards
Stay
5 nights on sharing basis – Srinagar (3 nights hotel, 1 night houseboat) and Pahalgam (1 night hotel)
Meals
5 breakfasts and 5 dinners

Trip overview

A group backpacking trip to Kashmir from Delhi, by overnight bus to Jammu and on to Srinagar: Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, the Mughal gardens and a houseboat night with a shikara ride on Dal Lake, led by a Trip Captain. You can also join from Jammu or Srinagar.

Trip highlights

  • Gulmarg Gondola
  • Sonamarg & Thajiwas Glacier
  • Pahalgam – Betaab, Aru & Chandanwari
  • Mughal Gardens
  • Shankaracharya Temple
  • Houseboat night on Dal Lake
  • Shikara ride

Day-wise itinerary

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  1. 0
    Day 0Delhi to Jammu+
    • Overnight Journey
    • Assemble at the boarding point in Delhi and meet your Trip Captain
    • Overnight journey to Jammu by AC sleeper or deluxe bus

    Night: Overnight journey

  2. 1
    Day 1Jammu to Srinagar+
    • Reach Jammu in the morning and change to a Tempo Traveller or cab
    • Scenic mountain drive to Srinagar along the Jammu–Srinagar highway
    • Check in at the hotel and rest after the journey
    • Dinner at the hotel

    Meals: DinnerNight: Srinagar

  3. 2
    Day 2Gulmarg Day Trip+
    • After breakfast, a full-day excursion to Gulmarg, known for its high-altitude golf course and ski slopes
    • Time for the Gulmarg Gondola, among the highest cable cars in Asia, with views towards Khilanmarg and, on a clear day, Nanga Parbat (tickets payable directly)
    • Return to the hotel in Srinagar in the evening

    Meals: Breakfast & DinnerNight: Srinagar

  4. 3
    Day 3Sonamarg Day Trip+
    • After breakfast, drive to Sonamarg, the 'Meadow of Gold', along the Sindh river
    • Take in the glacier views, or ride a pony to Thajiwas Glacier, where snow stays for most of the year (pony payable directly)
    • Return to Srinagar in the evening

    Meals: Breakfast & DinnerNight: Srinagar

  5. 4
    Day 4Srinagar to Pahalgam+
    • After breakfast, check out and drive to Pahalgam, the 'Valley of Shepherds'
    • Pass Pampore's saffron fields, Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara on the way
    • Explore Betaab Valley, Chandanwari and Aru Valley
    • Check in at the hotel in Pahalgam

    Meals: Breakfast & DinnerNight: Pahalgam

  6. 5
    Day 5Back to Srinagar+
    • Gardens, Houseboat & Shikara
    • After breakfast, drive back to Srinagar
    • Mughal gardens: Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi and Shalimar Bagh
    • Shankaracharya Temple, on a hilltop with a view over the Kashmir valley
    • Check in at a Dal Lake houseboat and take a one-hour shikara ride at sunset (included)

    Meals: Breakfast & DinnerNight: Srinagar (houseboat)

  7. 6
    Day 6Srinagar to Jammu+
    • Overnight to Delhi
    • After breakfast, check out and drive to Jammu
    • Board the overnight bus from Jammu to Delhi in the evening

    Meals: BreakfastNight: Overnight journey

  8. 7
    Day 7Arrive Delhi+
    • Reach Delhi early in the morning; the trip ends here

Important travel notes

  • All sightseeing depends on weather, road conditions and available time; the Trip Captain may change the order when needed.
  • A booking advance of ₹2,000 per person confirms your seat. You can pay the advance or the full amount online; the balance is due before departure.
  • Each batch has 20 seats, so we recommend booking early, especially for weekends and holidays.
  • Before departure we add all travellers to a WhatsApp group with the Trip Captain, boarding point and timings.
  • Carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar / Driving Licence / Passport) for every traveller.

What's included

  • Transport: AC sleeper or deluxe bus from Delhi to Jammu and back; Tempo Traveller or cab (depending on group size) from Jammu onwards
  • Stay: 5 nights on sharing basis – Srinagar (3 nights hotel, 1 night houseboat) and Pahalgam (1 night hotel)
  • Meals: 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners
  • One-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
  • Trip Captain or local assistance throughout
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Experienced local drivers for mountain roads
  • Driver allowance, tolls, parking and state taxes

Not included

  • 5% GST
  • Flights or train tickets to and from the starting point
  • Lunch and any meals not listed under inclusions
  • Gondola tickets, pony rides, sledging, snow activities and other optional activities, unless listed under inclusions
  • Local union cabs for Aru, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari in Pahalgam, and for Thajiwas Glacier in Sonamarg, unless listed under inclusions
  • Entry tickets to gardens and monuments
  • Room heaters where the hotel charges for them
  • Travel insurance, tips, porterage, laundry and other personal expenses
  • Costs arising from bad weather, snowfall, road closures, landslides or anything else outside our control
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Dates & prices

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Pickup pointTriple sharingDouble sharing
DelhiMain₹22,499₹23,499
Jammu / Srinagar to Srinagar₹16,499₹17,499

Per person + 5% GST. Choose your pickup point when you book.

Things to carry

  • Valid government photo ID
  • Comfortable walking / trekking shoes
  • Warm layers or jacket (mountain evenings get cold)
  • Rain jacket or poncho
  • Sunglasses, cap and sunscreen
  • Personal medicines
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Power bank and charger
  • Toiletries and personal essentials
  • Small backpack for day trips

Cancellation policy

  • The booking amount / advance is non-refundable in any case.
  • 30 or more days before departure: 80% refund (excluding the advance).
  • 15–29 days before departure: 50% refund (excluding the advance).
  • 7–14 days before departure: 25% refund (excluding the advance).
  • Less than 7 days before departure: no refund.
  • No-shows and late arrivals: no refund.
  • If Aquilla Hikes cancels or reschedules for unavoidable reasons, you get another date or a trip of equal value (no cash refund). Rescheduling credit is valid for 12 months.
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Important instructions

  • Carry a valid government photo ID.
  • The balance must be cleared before boarding.
  • Itineraries may change due to weather, road conditions or local restrictions.
  • Follow your Trip Captain's instructions — their decision on safety is final.
  • AC is switched off on hill roads for safety.
Terms & conditions

Questions about this trip

What is the price of the Kashmir Backpacking from Delhi (5N/6D)?+

Triple sharing (3 per room): ₹22,499; Double sharing (2 per room): ₹23,499 per person. 5% GST is extra. A booking advance of ₹2,000 per person confirms your seat.

Where is the pickup / boarding point?+

Departure from Delhi. Exact boarding details, vehicle number and your Trip Captain's contact are shared in the trip WhatsApp group a day before departure.

What stay and meals are included?+

Stay: 5 nights on sharing basis – Srinagar (3 nights hotel, 1 night houseboat) and Pahalgam (1 night hotel). Meals: 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners. See the full inclusions list on this page.

How will we travel?+

By AC sleeper or deluxe bus from Delhi to Jammu and back; Tempo Traveller or cab (depending on group size) from Jammu onwards, as per the itinerary. AC is switched off on hill roads for safety.

Can I join solo?+

Yes — book a single seat on quad or triple sharing and you'll share with fellow travellers from the group.

What if I need to cancel?+

The booking amount / advance is non-refundable in any case. 30 or more days before departure: 80% refund (excluding the advance). 15–29 days before departure: 50% refund (excluding the advance). 7–14 days before departure: 25% refund (excluding the advance). Less than 7 days before departure: no refund.

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