Kashmir Xmas & New Year Tour Package
Celebrate Christmas & New Year Amid Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam & Sonmarg
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About This Journey
Celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year with Go Alive on an unforgettable winter journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir.
This festive escape brings together Srinagar’s peaceful Dal Lake, a traditional houseboat experience, the snow-covered mountain scenery of Gulmarg, the beautiful valleys of Pahalgam and a scenic excursion towards Sonmarg.
Experience a Shikara ride across Dal Lake, explore Srinagar’s famous Mughal Gardens, ride the Gulmarg Gondola subject to availability, discover Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari, and experience the dramatic Himalayan scenery that makes Kashmir one of India’s most memorable winter destinations.
With comfortable stays, scenic road journeys, cultural experiences and a festive group atmosphere, this Go Alive journey is designed for travellers who want to experience Kashmir in its beautiful winter season.
Trip Highlights
- 6 Days / 5 Nights Kashmir Winter Journey
- Traditional Houseboat Stay in Srinagar
- 1-Hour Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
- Shalimar Bagh Visit
- Nishat Bagh Visit
- Chashme Shahi Visit
- Gulmarg Winter Experience
- Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 Ticket Subject to Availability
- Scenic Drive Through Tangmarg
- Avantipur Ruins Visit
- Pahalgam Stay
- Aru Valley Experience
- Betaab Valley Experience
- Chandanwari Visit
- Sonmarg Excursion
- Optional Thajiwas Glacier Pony Ride
- 5 Breakfasts + 5 Dinners
- Private Sightseeing Vehicle
- Experienced Trip Captain
Tour Itinerary
Day 0: Delhi to Srinagar | Overnight Volvo Journey
Travellers choosing the Delhi-to-Delhi package will report at the designated boarding point in Delhi and board the sleeper Volvo for the overnight journey towards Srinagar.
The scheduled departure is generally between approximately 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. A roadside stop may be provided during the journey for refreshments or dinner at your own expense.
Travellers joining directly in Srinagar can skip this overnight journey and join according to the confirmed Srinagar pickup schedule.
Stay: Overnight Volvo Journey for Delhi-to-Delhi Package
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar | Mughal Gardens | Dal Lake & Houseboat
Arrive in Srinagar and begin your Kashmir journey with a transfer towards your traditional houseboat accommodation.
Travellers arriving directly by flight are advised to reach Srinagar by approximately 12:00 PM, as the reference package provides one scheduled airport pickup around 12:30 PM.
After settling in, visit Srinagar’s famous Mughal Gardens including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh and Chashme Shahi.
Later, enjoy a peaceful one-hour Shikara ride across Dal Lake and experience the floating surroundings, traditional houseboats and Himalayan scenery.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight Stay: Houseboat in Srinagar
Day 2: Srinagar to Gulmarg | Gondola Ride & Leisure
After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Gulmarg through Tangmarg, surrounded by pine forests and beautiful mountain scenery.
Experience the famous Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1, subject to ticket availability, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape.
Later, check in to your hotel and spend the remaining day at leisure. You may explore local cafés and markets or choose optional pony activities at additional cost.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Gulmarg
Day 3: Gulmarg to Pahalgam | Avantipur Ruins
Enjoy breakfast and begin the scenic drive from Gulmarg towards Pahalgam.
En route, stop at the historic Avantipur Ruins in Pulwama and discover the remains of ancient temple architecture.
Continue through Kashmir’s beautiful countryside before reaching Pahalgam. Check in to the hotel and spend the evening relaxing amid the mountain surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Pahalgam
Day 4: Aru Valley | Betaab Valley | Chandanwari | Srinagar
After breakfast, set out to explore the scenic valleys surrounding Pahalgam.
Visit Aru Valley, known for its peaceful mountain scenery, followed by Betaab Valley and Chandanwari.
Internal union vehicle transfers for these sightseeing points are included according to the referenced package.
After completing the excursion, proceed back towards Srinagar and check in to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Srinagar
Day 5: Sonmarg Excursion | Optional Thajiwas Glacier
Enjoy breakfast before beginning a scenic excursion towards Sonmarg.
Travel alongside beautiful mountain roads and the Sindh River while enjoying views of valleys and snow-covered peaks.
After reaching Sonmarg, enjoy the surrounding Himalayan landscapes. Travellers may choose an optional pony ride towards Thajiwas Glacier at additional cost, subject to weather and local conditions.
Return to Srinagar in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast + Dinner
Overnight Stay: Srinagar
Day 6: Departure from Srinagar
Enjoy your final breakfast and complete the hotel check-out formalities.
One fixed departure transfer will be provided either towards Srinagar Airport or the designated Srinagar Bus Stand according to the confirmed travel arrangement.
Travellers departing by flight are advised to select a return flight after approximately 2:00 PM for a comfortable transfer.
Return home with unforgettable memories of Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg and Kashmir’s beautiful winter landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 5 Nights Accommodation on Double / Triple Sharing Basis
- 1 Night Traditional Houseboat Stay in Srinagar
- 2 Nights Hotel Stay in Srinagar
- 1 Night Hotel Stay in Gulmarg
- 1 Night Hotel Stay in Pahalgam
- 5 Breakfasts
- 5 Dinners
- Entire Sightseeing & Travel as per Itinerary in Private Vehicle
- 1-Hour Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
- Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 Ticket Subject to Availability
- Internal Union Vehicle for Aru Valley, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari
- One-Time Srinagar Airport Pickup
- One Fixed Airport / Bus Stand Drop in Srinagar
- All Applicable Permits & Inner Line Permits
- Driver Allowance
- Toll Taxes
- Parking Charges
- Fuel Expenses
- Experienced Trip Captain
- Basic Medical Kit During the Journey
- Delhi to Srinagar Sleeper Volvo for Delhi-to-Delhi Package Only
- Srinagar to Delhi Sleeper Volvo for Delhi-to-Delhi Package Only
Not Included
- 5% GST
- Airfare Unless Specifically Added to the Final Booking
- Entry Tickets Unless Specifically Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Meals & Beverages Not Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Pony Rides
- Optional Thajiwas Glacier Pony Ride
- Adventure Activities Not Specifically Included
- Personal Shopping & Expenses
- Laundry & Telephone Charges
- Camera / Video Charges
- Porter Charges & Tips
- Expenses Caused by Roadblocks, Landslides, Weather or Other Unforeseen Conditions
- Anything Not Specifically Mentioned Under Package Inclusions
Package Costing
Triple Sharing
Package Price: ₹28,999 Per Person
Occupancy: Triple Sharing
Double Sharing
Package Price: ₹30,999 Per Person
Occupancy: Double Sharing
Package Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Meals: 5 Breakfasts + 5 Dinners
Taxes: 5% GST Extra
Delhi to Srinagar and Srinagar to Delhi sleeper Volvo transfers apply only when the Delhi-to-Delhi package option is selected.
Final Go Alive package pricing is subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
Available Batches
Christmas Special Departure
Travel Dates: 20 December 2026 – 26 December 2026
Duration: 7 Calendar Days
Trip Mode: Group Departure
New Year Special Departure
Travel Dates: 30 December 2026 – 05 January 2027
Duration: 7 Calendar Days
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Starting Price: ₹28,999 Per Person
Availability: Limited Festive Departures
Please confirm final seat availability, Srinagar arrival timing and Delhi Volvo option with the Go Alive team before booking your onward travel.
- Please confirm final package and batch availability before booking flights, trains or onward travel.
- Travellers joining the Delhi Volvo departure are advised to reach Delhi before approximately 1:00 PM.
- The reference package states an age range of 18 to 42 years for the group departure. Travellers outside this range may require a customised arrangement.
- Travellers flying directly to Srinagar are advised to arrive by approximately 12:00 PM.
- Only one scheduled airport pickup will operate according to the confirmed group timing.
- Guests missing the scheduled pickup because of late arrival or flight delay may need to arrange their own transfer at additional cost.
- Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 tickets are subject to availability.
- The stay sequence between Gulmarg and Pahalgam may be interchanged due to weather or hotel availability.
- Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Chandanwari, Sonmarg and other winter sightseeing points remain subject to weather, snow, road conditions and local regulations.
- Snowfall cannot be guaranteed on a particular date.
- The itinerary may be modified due to weather, road conditions, operational requirements or participant safety.
- Only one fixed departure transfer will be provided either to Srinagar Airport or Srinagar Bus Stand.
- Travellers departing by flight should preferably book their return flight after approximately 2:00 PM.
- Heavy winter clothing, thermal wear, gloves and suitable waterproof footwear are recommended for December and January travel.
- Final hotel names, pickup points, Volvo details and operational timings will be communicated before departure.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be communicated to Go Alive through an official communication channel.
- Booking amounts paid towards confirmed reservations may be non-refundable.
- Cancellation charges will depend on the date of cancellation and amounts already committed towards hotels, houseboats, Volvo tickets, private vehicles and activity providers.
- Christmas and New Year departures may carry stricter cancellation conditions because they operate during peak travel dates.
- Cancellation close to departure may attract substantial or complete cancellation charges.
- No-show bookings may be treated as non-refundable.
- Airline, transportation and other third-party services will follow their respective cancellation conditions.
The final cancellation conditions applicable to your Go Alive booking will be communicated before confirmation.
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Where necessary to complete a booking, relevant traveller information may be shared with accommodation providers, transportation operators, activity partners and other travel-service suppliers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
6 QuestionsEverything you may want to know before booking this journey.
01 Is the Shikara ride included in the Kashmir package?
Yes. The package includes a one-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake during the Srinagar stay.
02 Is the Gulmarg Gondola included?
Yes. Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 is listed as included, but tickets are subject to availability. If tickets are unavailable, the final arrangement will depend on the available alternatives.
03 Are Delhi to Srinagar and return Volvo tickets included?
They are included only when the Delhi-to-Delhi package option is selected. Travellers joining directly in Srinagar can use the Srinagar-based package arrangement.
04 Are Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari transfers included?
Yes. Internal union vehicle transfers for Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari sightseeing are included according to the package inclusions.
05 Is snowfall guaranteed during the Christmas or New Year trip?
No. Snowfall cannot be guaranteed on a specific date. Winter conditions depend on weather and can vary across Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg.
06 What meals are included in the Kashmir package?
The package includes 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners. Other meals and beverages are not included unless specifically mentioned in your final Go Alive booking confirmation.