- Begin your journey early in the morning from Chandigarh by road to Srinagar, which takes around 9 to 10 hours, passing through picturesque landscapes along the way.
- Arrive in Srinagar by evening, check-in to your hotel, and take some rest after the long journey.
- In the evening, enjoy a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake and soak in the views of the majestic mountains surrounding the lake.
- Overnight stay at a hotel in Srinagar.
- After breakfast, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour in Srinagar. Visit the famous Mughal Gardens, including Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi, and marvel at their stunning beauty and historical significance.
- Explore the ancient Shankaracharya Temple, which offers a panoramic view of the city and Dal Lake.
- Take a stroll through the colorful local markets of Srinagar, where you can buy traditional Kashmiri handicrafts like Pashmina shawls, carpets, and saffron.
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of Dal Lake from various angles, and consider visiting Hazratbal Shrine, located on the northern shores of the lake.
- Overnight stay at your hotel in Srinagar.
- After breakfast, drive from Srinagar to Sonmarg, which is about 80 kilometers away. The drive takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, with beautiful views of valleys, rivers, and alpine forests along the way.
- Arrive in Sonmarg and check in to your hotel or campsite. Sonmarg, known as the 'Meadow of Gold,' is famous for its breathtaking meadows, snow-capped peaks, and crystal-clear rivers.
- After lunch, enjoy a short trek or take a relaxing walk around the meadows of Sonmarg, surrounded by majestic mountains.
- You can also visit the Thajiwas Glacier, located near Sonmarg, for a thrilling and scenic excursion.
- Overnight stay in Sonmarg.
- After breakfast, enjoy a day of leisure in Sonmarg, with options for short treks or local exploration. For adventure enthusiasts, you can opt for a pony ride or a longer trek to the nearby meadows.
- In the afternoon, start your return journey to Srinagar, retracing the same scenic route.
- Arrive in Srinagar by evening and check in to your hotel for the night.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
- After breakfast, embark on your return journey from Srinagar to Chandigarh.
- Arrive in Chandigarh by late evening, marking the end of your scenic getaway to Srinagar and Sonmarg with Northern Travels.