Kashmir Budget Backpacker Escape
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Pickup & Drop: Srinagar Airport
Destinations Covered: Srinagar | Gulmarg | Pahalgam
(Perfect for Students | Solo Travelers | Budget-Friendly Group Trips)
Backpacker-Friendly Itinerary
Day 1: Srinagar – A Local Flavored Start
Pick-up from Srinagar Airport
Check-in at a budget homestay or cozy hostel
Evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake (shared boat)
Stroll through local markets & grab Kashmiri street snacks
Overnight: Srinagar
Day 2: Gulmarg – Chill in the Snow
Early shared cab ride to Gulmarg
Explore meadows, snow, and local bazaars
Optional: Group Gondola Ride (at own cost)
Return by sunset to Srinagar
Overnight: Srinagar
Day 3: Pahalgam – Valley Vibes
Depart for Pahalgam in a shared vehicle
Visit Betaab Valley & Lidder River
Local hike or pony ride (optional)
Overnight: Budget Guesthouse or shared camp in Pahalgam
Day 4: Pahalgam to Srinagar – Easy Day
Free morning in Pahalgam – relax, sip tea by the river
Afternoon drive back to Srinagar
Café hopping & group bonding
Overnight: Srinagar
Day 5: Bye Bye, but Not Forever
Breakfast and airport drop with new friends & priceless memories
Inclusions ✅
4 Nights Stay in Hostels / Guesthouses (shared rooms)
All Intercity Transfers (Shared Cab / Tempo)
Shikara Ride (Shared)
Breakfast (Simple local meals)
Local guide support (on-call)
Travel Assistance by Friday Team
Exclusions ❌
Gondola Tickets, Optional Activities
Lunch & Dinner
Personal Expenses & Shopping
Tips, Entry Fees
Perfect For: Students, friends, solo backpackers, and budget-conscious travelers who want experiences over luxury, vibes over vanity, and stories to tell for life!
Because travel isn't about money spent – it's about moments collected.