Day 1 – Arrival in Srinagar | Airport Pickup, Dal Lake & Shikara Ride
Our representative will meet you at Srinagar Airport and transfer you to your houseboat on Dal Lake.After checking in and taking some time to relax, enjoy a traditional Shikara ride on Dal Lake. You can explore the floating gardens, waterways and local life around the lake.
Overnight: Houseboat, Srinagar
Day 2 – Srinagar to Aru Valley | Hike to Kothpathri
After breakfast, drive from Srinagar to Aru Valley, a beautiful mountain village near Pahalgam. The drive takes around 3–4 hours.From Aru, begin a gentle hike towards the upper reaches of the valley. The trail gradually leaves the village behind and enters quieter mountain surroundings, with forests, open meadows and views of the surrounding peaks.Continue towards Kothpathri, where we make our first camp.
Trek: Approximately 1½ hours
Overnight: Camp at Kothpathri
Day 3 – Kothpathri to Lidderwat
After breakfast, continue deeper into the Lidder Valley.The trail passes through green meadows and forested sections as we follow the mountain landscape towards Lidderwat. The sound of the Lidder River accompanies much of the walk.
Lidderwat is a beautiful open valley surrounded by mountains and is an important camping area for several treks in this region.
Overnight: Camp at Lidderwat
Day 4 – Lidderwat to Tarsar Lake
Today the trail climbs gradually away from Lidderwat towards Tarsar Lake.As we gain height, the landscape changes from forest and lower meadows to open alpine terrain. Tarsar appears between the mountains as we approach the lake.
Spend the evening beside the lake and enjoy the quiet surroundings.
Overnight: Camp near Tarsar Lake
Day 5 – Tarsar to Marsar & Sundarsar
Leave Tarsar behind and continue towards Marsar Lake. The trail takes us through high mountain terrain before reaching the beautiful Marsar basin.
After spending time around Marsar, continue towards Sundarsar. The route includes a high crossing and some demanding sections, making this one of the more adventurous days of the trek.
Overnight: Camp near Sundarsar
Day 6 – Sundarsar to Sumbal | Continue to Sonamarg
After breakfast, begin the descent from the high alpine country.The trail gradually moves down through meadows and mountain valleys towards Sumbal. From there, we continue by vehicle towards Sonamarg, where we spend the night and prepare for the second part of our journey.
Overnight: Sonamarg
Day 7 – Sonamarg to Nichinai
Today we begin the Kashmir Great Lakes section.The trail climbs gradually from Sonamarg through beautiful meadows and mountain scenery. We continue towards Nichinai, crossing the high mountain terrain on the way.
The views become increasingly dramatic as we move deeper into the Great Lakes region.
Overnight: Camp at Nichinai
Day 8 – Nichinai to Vishansar Lake
Today is one of the highlights of the trek.We cross the high pass above Nichinai and descend towards the beautiful alpine lakes of the Great Lakes region. The trail eventually brings us to Vishansar Lake, surrounded by mountains and open green slopes.
Depending on conditions, the lake may appear different in colour and character throughout the day.
Overnight: Camp near Vishansar Lake
Day 9 – Rest Day at Vishansar
After several demanding trekking days, today is kept easier.You can relax around the campsite and explore the surroundings of Vishansar and Krishansar Lakes. If the group is interested and conditions allow, we can also make a short exploratory walk towards a quieter lake and higher ground above Vishansar.
This gives everyone some time to recover while still enjoying the high-altitude landscape.
Overnight: Camp near Vishansar
Day 10 – Vishansar to Gadsar
Today we continue across the Great Lakes.The trail climbs towards Gadsar Pass, one of the major high points of the route. After crossing the pass, we descend towards the beautiful Gadsar area.
The surrounding mountains, meadows and lakes make this a memorable section of the journey.
Overnight: Camp near Gadsar
Day 11 – Gadsar to Satsar
Continue through the high alpine landscape towards Satsar.The trail passes through broad mountain meadows and several smaller water bodies. The scenery changes constantly as we cross one valley after another.
By evening, we reach the Satsar camping area.
Overnight: Camp at Satsar
Day 12 – Satsar to Gangabal
Today we continue towards the final major lake area of the Great Lakes route.The trail takes us through more alpine meadows and over another high section before reaching the Gangabal area. The surrounding peaks and the large mountain lake create an impressive setting for our final night in the high country.
Overnight: Camp near Gangabal
Day 13 – Gangabal to Srinagar
After breakfast, begin the final walk down from the mountains.We descend towards Naranag, where our vehicle will meet us for the drive back to Srinagar.After reaching Srinagar, check into your accommodation and enjoy a comfortable evening after the long trek.
Overnight: Hotel/houseboat in Srinagar
Day 14 – Srinagar | Departure or Extra Day
Today can be arranged according to your flight schedule.If your flight is later in the day, you can enjoy some free time in Srinagar for shopping, sightseeing or relaxing by Dal Lake.
For guests with a later departure or an extended Kashmir stay, an additional day can also be arranged according to their interests.
Departure: Srinagar Airport