
Kashmir Budget Tour: Big Beauty, Smart Budget
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₹6,500
About this Kashmir 3 Nights 4 Days package
Kashmir Budget Tour: Big Beauty, Smart Budget is a 3-night, 4-day Kashmir group tour, starting at ₹6,500 per person, next departing 4 February 2027.
A 4-day, 3-night group tour covering Srinagar's Mughal gardens, Dal Lake houseboat night, and a day trip to Gulmarg - built for travelers who want Kashmir's essentials without the premium price tag. Shared vehicle, group departures, smart pacing.
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Kashmir 3 Nights 4 Days itinerary, day by day
Day 1 — Arrival in Srinagar, Dal Lake Houseboat Route: Srinagar Airport → Dal Lake
Arrive at Srinagar Airport (SXR) by midday and transfer to your houseboat on Dal Lake - 20-30 minutes depending on traffic at Ram Munshi Bagh. After check-in and lunch, take a shikara ride through the lake's interior channels, past the floating vegetable gardens. Evening is free - walk along Boulevard Road, or visit the nearby Nehru Park. Dinner on the houseboat. Group briefing after dinner: Gulmarg departure time, what to carry, and the gondola ticket situation.
Places & Experiences:
Dal Lake houseboat stay (walnut-wood interiors)
Shikara ride (shared boat, 1-2 hours)
Boulevard Road walk
Nehru Park (optional)
Travel Flow: Afternoon arrival → houseboat check-in → evening shikara → dinner and group briefing
Overnight: Srinagar (Deluxe houseboat, twin/triple sharing)
Meals: Dinner
Important: This is a group package. Room allocation is on twin/triple sharing basis. Single supplement available at extra cost on request. Budget houseboats are simpler than deluxe ones — check photos before booking if decor matters to you.
Day 2 — Srinagar to Gulmarg Day Trip Route: Srinagar → Tangmarg → Gulmarg (approx. 50 km, 1.5–2 hours) → Srinagar
Leave Srinagar by 7 AM to reach Gulmarg before the gondola queues build. The drive climbs through Tangmarg and then up a switchback road lined with pine. Gulmarg sits at 2,650 m. The gondola here is one of the highest cable cars in Asia - Phase 1 to Kongdoori (3,080 m), Phase 2 to Apharwat (3,980 m). Phase 2 operates only in fair weather, typically April-October. In winter, Gulmarg is a ski destination; in summer, the meadow is green and the golf course (one of the world's highest) is open. Return to Srinagar by evening.
Places & Experiences:
Gulmarg Gondola (Phase 1 + Phase 2, tickets ~₹800-₹1,700 depending on phase and season)
Apharwat Peak views (seasonal)
Gulmarg Golf Course (18-hole, highest in the world)
Sledge rides or skiing in winter (~₹500-₹1,500)
Baba Reshi shrine en route
Travel Flow: Early morning drive → Gulmarg → gondola ride → lunch in Gulmarg → meadow walk → return to Srinagar by evening
Overnight: Srinagar (Deluxe houseboat or 3-star hotel)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Important: Gondola tickets are not included - they cost ~₹800-₹1,700 per person and sell out on clear weekends. Pre-book online through the J&K Cable Car Corporation website. Carry cash - card machines are unreliable at the counter. If the gondola is sold out, the meadow walk and golf course are still open.
Day 3 — Mughal Gardens and Old Srinagar Route: Srinagar → Nishat Bagh → Shalimar Bagh → Chashme Shahi → Hazratbal → Srinagar
A relaxed city day covering Srinagar's heritage. Start at Nishat Bagh (Garden of Gladness), built in 1633 by Asaf Khan - 12 terraces facing the lake. Then Shalimar Bagh, laid out by Jahangir for Nur Jahan in 1619 - the black marble pavilion here is worth a slow walk. Chashme Shahi is smaller, fed by a natural spring. Break for lunch at a Mughlai restaurant near Dal Gate. In the afternoon, drive to Hazratbal Dargah on the western shore - the shrine houses a relic of the Prophet and sits on the lake. Return via the handicraft emporiums on Boulevard Road if you want to see papier-mâché and pashmina work. Evening free.
Places & Experiences:
Nishat Bagh (entry ~₹24 per person)
Shalimar Bagh (entry ~₹24 per person)
Chashme Shahi (entry ~₹24 per person)
Hazratbal Dargah
Kashmir handicraft showrooms (papier-mâché, carpets, pashmina)
Travel Flow: Morning gardens → lunch at Dal Gate → afternoon shrine → evening at leisure
Overnight: Srinagar (3-star hotel)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Important: Gardens are busiest 11 AM-2 PM. Go early if you want photographs without crowds. Combined ticket for all three Mughal gardens is available at the first garden's counter - ask for it.
Day 4 — Departure from Srinagar Route: Srinagar → Srinagar Airport
Check out after breakfast and transfer to SXR. Most flights leave before noon. If your flight is later, add a quick visit to the Government Arts Emporium near Lal Chowk for pashmina and saffron. Pack liquids in checked luggage - security sometimes questions large quantities of saffron in hand baggage.
Places & Experiences:
Government Arts Emporium (optional)
Lal Chowk (optional, if time permits)
Travel Flow: Morning checkout → airport transfer
Overnight: None
Meals: Breakfast
What's included in this Kashmir 3 Nights 4 Days package
- Accommodation: 2 nights Srinagar (deluxe houseboat/hotel), 1 night Srinagar (3-star hotel) - on twin/triple sharing basis
- Breakfast and dinner on all days (starting with dinner on Day 1, ending with breakfast on Day 4)
- Transfers: Shared AC vehicle (Tempo Traveller or SUV) for all road transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Sightseeing: Gulmarg day trip, Mughal gardens, Hazratbal Dargah, shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake (shared boat, 1–2 hours)
- Driver-cum-coordinator for the entire trip
- All toll taxes, parking, driver allowance and fuel
- 24/7 on-ground coordinator in Srinagar
Not included
- Airfare / train tickets to/from Srinagar
- Lunches on all days
- All applicable taxes (GST, etc.)
- Gulmarg Gondola tickets (~₹800–₹1,700 per person)
- Entry tickets to Mughal gardens (~₹24 per person per garden)
- Sledge rides, skiing, pony rides or any adventure activity
- Shikara rides beyond the included one
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, tips, shopping)
- Travel insurance
- Medical expenses
- Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Pickup & drop details
Srinagar Airport - Srinagar Airport
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Cancellation & refund policy
Cancellation, Amendment & Refund Policy
1. Booking Confirmation & Advance Payment
A booking shall be considered confirmed only upon receipt of the required advance payment. The company reserves the right to release unconfirmed bookings without prior notice. All payments made towards booking confirmation are subject to the cancellation terms mentioned below.
2. Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email or official communication channels. Cancellation charges will be calculated based on the total package cost and the date on which the written cancellation request is received by the company.
Cancellation Charges
| Cancellation Period | Retention Charges |
| More than 60 days prior to arrival | 25% of total package cost |
| Between 30–60 days prior to arrival | 50% of total package cost |
| Between 15–29 days prior to arrival | 75% of total package cost |
| Within 14 days prior to arrival / No Show | 100% retention |
3. Non-Refundable Components
The following components shall be strictly non-refundable once confirmed:
- Flight/train tickets (if applicable)
- Visa fees
- Permit charges
- Peak season hotel bookings
- Houseboat bookings during high season
- Adventure/activity tickets
- Any special event or festive season supplement
- Service fees, processing fees, and convenience charges
The company reserves the right to deduct supplier-imposed cancellation charges in addition to the above retention charges wherever applicable.
4. Amendment / Rescheduling Policy
Any amendment, modification, postponement, or rescheduling request must be submitted in writing and shall be subject to availability and supplier approval. The company does not guarantee acceptance of amendment requests after booking confirmation. Any fare difference, seasonal surcharge, hotel rate revision, transport cost escalation, or supplier-imposed amendment fee shall be payable additionally by the client/agent. Amendments requested within 30 days of arrival may be treated as a cancellation and rebooking at the sole discretion of the company.
5. No Show Policy
Failure of the guest/client to arrive, utilize booked services, or join the tour on the scheduled date without prior written intimation shall be treated as a “No Show”.
In such cases:
- 100% of the total booking amount shall be forfeited
- No refund, amendment, or credit note shall be applicable
- Unused services, early departures, or missed sightseeing tours shall not qualify for any refund.
6. Force Majeure / Unforeseen Circumstances
Poise Travel and Tourism shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, alteration, loss, or additional expense arising due to circumstances beyond the company’s control, including but not limited to:
- Natural disasters
- Floods, snowfall, landslides, road blockages
- Political unrest, strikes, curfews
- Flight cancellations or operational disruptions
- Pandemic-related restrictions
- Government orders or travel advisories
Under such circumstances:
- Refunds, if any, shall strictly depend upon recoveries received from hotels, transporters, and other suppliers.
- Administrative, processing, and operational charges shall remain non-refundable.
- The company reserves the absolute right to alter itineraries in the interest of guest safety and operational feasibility.
7. Refund Policy
Eligible refunds, if any, shall be processed within 30–45 working days from the date of cancellation confirmation. Refund timelines are subject to receipt of funds from respective suppliers/vendors. Refunds shall be processed only through the original payment mode unless otherwise agreed in writing. Bank charges, payment gateway fees, foreign exchange fluctuations, and transaction charges shall be deducted from the refundable amount.
8. Pricing & Supplier Protection Clause
All package rates are dynamic and subject to availability at the time of confirmation. In case of sudden supplier tariff revisions, fuel hikes, government taxes, or hotel policy changes, the company reserves the right to revise package pricing prior to final confirmation. Confirmed bookings shall remain protected unless impacted by force majeure or supplier default.
9. Jurisdiction
Any dispute arising in relation to bookings, payments, or services shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir only.
10. Hotel Damage & Liability Clause
Any loss, damage, breakage, theft, or misuse of hotel/houseboat property caused by guests shall be the sole responsibility of the guest and/or the booking agent. Charges imposed by the hotel/houseboat management for damages, excessive cleaning, missing items, or misconduct must be settled directly by the guest or agent before check-out. Poise Travel and Tourism shall not be held liable for disputes arising between guests and hotel management regarding damages or conduct. The company reserves the right to recover any unpaid damage charges from the booking agent in case the guest departs without settlement.
11. Guest Conduct Policy
Guests are expected to maintain respectful and lawful behavior throughout the tour. Any misconduct including but not limited to:
- Abuse towards staff/drivers/hotel employees
- Illegal activities
- Consumption of prohibited substances
- Damage to public or private property
- Disturbance to other guests
May result in immediate termination of services without any refund. Any fines, penalties, legal consequences, or damages arising due to guest behavior shall be borne entirely by the guest and/or (b2b) booking agent. The company reserves the right to deny services to intoxicated, abusive, or disruptive guests if deemed necessary for operational safety.
12. Payment Default Clause
All payments must be cleared within the agreed timeline prior to guest arrival unless otherwise approved in writing. Failure to clear pending dues may result in:
- Release of hotel bookings
- Suspension of services
- Denial of check-in/check-out assistance
- Cancellation of transport arrangements without further liability on the company.
In case of delayed payments:
- The company reserves the right to levy interest/late payment charges.
- Any supplier penalties arising due to delayed payment shall be recoverable from the booking agent/client.
- Vouchers and confirmations issued prior to full payment shall remain provisional until payment realization.
13. Peak Season / Blackout Cancellation Policy
The following periods shall be treated as Peak Season / Blackout Dates:
- Christmas & New Year
- Eid Holidays
- Long weekends
- National holidays
- Heavy snowfall periods
- Festival dates
- Any dates specifically notified by the company
During these periods:
- Hotel bookings, transport services, and houseboats may carry stricter cancellation terms imposed by suppliers.
- Certain bookings may become completely non-refundable immediately after confirmation.
- Advance payments during blackout periods may be non-transferable and non-adjustable.
- The company reserves the right to apply special cancellation policies for peak dates irrespective of the standard cancellation policy mentioned above.
14. Kashmir Weather / Snowfall Disclaimer
Kashmir is a weather-sensitive destination and operations may be affected due to:
- Snowfall
- Landslides
- Road closures
- Avalanches
- Traffic restrictions
- Flight disruptions
- Government-imposed movement restrictions
Poise Travel and Tourism shall not be responsible for:
- Non-availability of sightseeing
- Gondola closure
- Missed flights/trains
- Route diversions
- Hotel changes caused by weather conditions
- Delay or cancellation of activities due to snowfall or road blockage
Additional expenses arising due to:
- Extra hotel nights
- Alternative transport
- Route changes
- Vehicle chain charges during snow
- Flight rescheduling
Shall be borne directly by the guest/client. No refund shall be applicable for unused services caused due to weather conditions or government restrictions beyond operational control.
15. Supplier Substitution Clause
In case any confirmed hotel, houseboat, or transport provider becomes unavailable due to operational reasons, overbooking, weather conditions, maintenance, or force majeure, the company reserves the right to provide a similar category alternative without prior liability. Every effort shall be made to maintain service standards and comfort levels.
16. B2B Confidentiality Clause
All contracted rates, quotations, and pricing shared with agents/partners are strictly confidential and intended solely for B2B business use. Redistribution of net rates directly to suppliers, competitors, or unauthorized third parties is strictly prohibited. The company reserves the right to terminate business relationships in case of rate misuse or breach of confidentiality.
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"This package uses shared vehicles instead of private, budget houseboats instead of deluxe ones, and a compact Srinagar-and-Gulmarg itinerary instead of multi-destination tours. Meals are limited to breakfast and dinner. Gondola tickets, garden entries and lunches are excluded. You get the essentials - Dal Lake, Gulmarg, Mughal gardens - without the premium price tag. If you want Pahalgam, Sonmarg or offbeat valleys, look at our other packages."
"Gondola tickets are not included - they cost approximately ₹800–₹1,700 per person depending on which phases you take. Pre-book online through the J&K Cable Car Corporation website, especially on weekends and holidays. Phase 2 (to Apharwat, 3,980 m) operates only when weather permits, typically April–October. If the gondola is sold out, the meadow walk and golf course are still open and worth the visit."
"Budget deluxe houseboats on Dal Lake with walnut-wood interiors, basic amenities and shared decks. They are simpler than premium houseboats - no central heating, limited hot water in winter, and generator noise possible at night. We only work with properties we've inspected. If decor matters to you, ask for photos before booking. Upgrades to premium houseboats available on request."
"Jio and Airtel work well in Srinagar and Gulmarg. Only postpaid SIMs work reliably in J&K - prepaid SIMs from other states may not. ATMs exist in Srinagar but are unreliable. Carry enough cash (₹5,000-₹10,000) for gondola tickets, garden entries, lunches and incidentals. Gulmarg has limited ATMs."
"Breakfast and dinner are included on all days. Lunches are not included - budget ₹200–₹400 per person per lunch. Srinagar has plenty of Mughlai and Kashmiri restaurants near Dal Gate and Lal Chowk. Vegetarian and Jain food is available at all hotels we use; inform us in advance. Alcohol is not widely available in Kashmir - arrange it through your hotel in advance if needed."
"Yes. Driving days are short (1.5–2 hours each way to Gulmarg). Srinagar sits at 1,585 m and Gulmarg at 2,650 m - low enough that altitude sickness is not a concern. The itinerary is relaxed with plenty of free time. Children of all ages are fine. The houseboat stay is usually the highlight for kids."
"Cancellation charges are calculated on the total package cost: more than 60 days before arrival - 25% retention; 30-60 days - 50%; 15-29 days - 75%; within 14 days or no-show - 100% retention. Peak-season hotel and houseboat bookings and activity tickets are non-refundable once confirmed. Eligible refunds are processed within 30-45 working days, subject to supplier recoveries, and are made via the original payment mode."




