Kashmir Women-Only Trip – Srinagar, Gulmarg & Pahalgam

About this trip

Snow-capped peaks, golden meadows, shikara rides and cups of warm kahwa: experience the magic of Kashmir on a trip made only for women. Travel with a female Trip Captain and a group of like-minded women, so you can explore paradise on earth safely and stress-free.

Start with an evening by Dal Lake, a Kashmiri food walk and traditional kahwa in Srinagar. Spend a full day in the meadows of Gulmarg with an optional gondola ride, then head to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds, with its orchards and river views. End with the Mughal Gardens, shopping at Lal Chowk, a sunset shikara ride and a night on a deluxe houseboat.

Perfect for solo women and friends who want to see the best of Kashmir with everything planned, from Jammu pickup to drop.

Highlights

• Women-only group with a female Trip Captain
• Evening by Dal Lake and a sunset shikara ride
• Night stay on a deluxe houseboat
• Full day in the meadows of Gulmarg
• Optional Gulmarg Gondola ride
• Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds
• Mughal Gardens of Srinagar
• Kashmiri local food walk and traditional kahwa
• Shopping at Lal Chowk
• Pickup and drop at Jammu Railway Station

Day-wise plan

1. Day 1Arrival Jammu to Srinagar

   • Arrival at Jammu Railway Station
   • Meet your Trip Captain
   • Scenic transfer to Srinagar
   • Hotel check-in
   • Evening at Dal Lake
   • Kashmiri local food walk
   • Traditional kahwa experience
   • Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar
2. Day 2Gulmarg – Meadow of Flowers

   • Breakfast
   • Full day Gulmarg tour
   • Enjoy the Gulmarg meadows
   • Optional Gondola ride (extra cost)
   • Photography
   • Return to Srinagar
   • Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar
3. Day 3Pahalgam – Valley of Shepherds

   • Breakfast
   • Transfer to Pahalgam
   • Apple orchards
   • Saffron fields (seasonal)
   • Pahalgam market
   • Optional Betaab Valley / Aru Valley (local union taxi, extra cost)
   • Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam
4. Day 4Srinagar & Houseboat Night

   • Breakfast
   • Transfer back to Srinagar
   • Visit the Mughal Gardens
   • Lal Chowk shopping
   • Check in to a deluxe houseboat
   • Sunset shikara ride
   • Dinner and overnight stay on the houseboat
5. Day 5Departure

   • Breakfast and check-out
   • Transfer to Jammu Railway Station
   • Departure with unforgettable memories

What’s included and what’s not

Policies

• This is a women-only trip; male participants are not allowed.
• Carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, driving licence or passport) at all times. There are regular security checks in Kashmir.
• Prices are per person plus 5% GST.
• Prepaid mobile SIMs from outside Jammu & Kashmir do not work there. Please carry a postpaid connection or inform your family in advance.
• Kashmir is very cold in November and Gulmarg may have snow. Carry heavy woollens, thermals, gloves, a cap and warm, waterproof shoes.
• Gondola tickets in Gulmarg sell out fast. Your Trip Captain will guide you on booking them in advance.
• In Pahalgam, Betaab Valley and Aru Valley can only be visited in local union taxis, which are paid separately.
• Pony rides are optional. Agree the price before starting the ride.
• Saffron fields and apple orchards depend on the season and may not be in bloom or harvest during your visit.
• The Jammu–Srinagar highway can be slow or closed due to snow, landslides or traffic. Timings may change, and Day 1 is a long travel day.
• Please dress modestly and respect local customs.
• Sakhi Escapes follows a strict zero-tolerance policy on drugs. Anyone found with drugs will be removed from the trip without refund.
• Please book train tickets only after confirming reporting and departure timings with our team.
• The itinerary may change due to weather, road or security conditions, at the Trip Captain's decision.
• For payment and cancellation rules, see our Payment & Cancellation Policy page.