The Houseboat Experience
Unlike standard tour packages that offer just 1 night on a houseboat, this specialty package centers your entire Kashmir experience around the lake. You'll stay 3 consecutive nights on a heritage cedar-wood houseboat.
Houseboats in Kashmir are floating palaces. They are intricately carved from walnut and cedar wood, featuring a front balcony (sun deck), a lavish lounge with Kashmiri carpets, a dining room, and en-suite bedrooms.
You have the choice of staying on the bustling, iconic Dal Lake or the quieter, more serene Nigeen Lake.
Sun Deck
Perfect for morning Kehwa
En-suite Baths
Western toilets, hot water
Shikara Access
Free crossings to bank
Home Dining
Meals cooked by the host
4-Day Houseboat Itinerary
1Day 1 — Welcome to the Lake
Airport Pickup · Shikara Transfer · Houseboat Check-in
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Day 1 — Welcome to the Lake
Airport Pickup · Shikara Transfer · Houseboat Check-in
Arrive at Srinagar Airport. Transfer to Boulevard Road / Ghat. Board a Shikara with your luggage to reach your floating home. Traditional Kashmiri welcome with Kehwa tea. Settle into your wood-carved room. Evening: 1-hour sunset Shikara ride exploring the inner canals, floating gardens, and Char Chinar. Dinner cooked by your houseboat host.
🏨 Premium Houseboat | 🍽️ Dinner | 🛶 Sunset Shikara
2Day 2 — Srinagar Gardens & Markets
Mughal Gardens · Old City · Floating Market
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Day 2 — Srinagar Gardens & Markets
Mughal Gardens · Old City · Floating Market
Early morning (optional): Pre-dawn Shikara ride to the Floating Vegetable Market — a photographer's dream. Return for breakfast on the sun deck. Shikara crossing to your waiting cab. Full day Srinagar tour: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Pari Mahal. Late afternoon: Walk through Old Srinagar (Jama Masjid area). Return to houseboat for dinner.
🏨 Premium Houseboat | 🍽️ Breakfast + Dinner
3Day 3 — Gulmarg Day Trip
Gondola Ride · Pine Forests · Snow Mountains
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Day 3 — Gulmarg Day Trip
Gondola Ride · Pine Forests · Snow Mountains
Breakfast on houseboat. Drive to Gulmarg (56km, ~1.5 hrs). Experience the world's highest operational cable car — the Gulmarg Gondola. Ride up to Phase 1 (Kongdori) or Phase 2 (Apharwat Peak) for breathtaking views and snow activities. Enjoy a pony ride or a walk around the circular road. Return to your houseboat in the evening. Final night dinner.
🏨 Premium Houseboat | 🍽️ Breakfast + Dinner | 🏔️ Gulmarg Excursion
4Day 4 — Departure
Farewell Breakfast · Airport Transfer
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Day 4 — Departure
Farewell Breakfast · Airport Transfer
Enjoy your final breakfast on the houseboat sun deck, watching the morning mist clear over the lake. Shikara transfer back to the mainland Ghat. Transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey, carrying memories of a unique Kashmiri lifestyle.
🍽️ Breakfast
Houseboat Package Pricing
Per person, twin sharing. Includes all houseboat nights and private cab. Peak season (Apr-Jun, Oct) +20%.
| Tier | Price/pp | Houseboat Category | Peak +20% | Inclusions |
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| Standard | ₹11,999 | Deluxe Houseboat | ₹14,399 | B+D, Cab, 1hr Shikara |
| Premium ⭐ Recommended | ₹15,499 | Super Deluxe / Nigeen Lake | ₹18,599 | B+D, Cab, Extended Shikara |
| Heritage Luxury | ₹22,999 | Premium Heritage Houseboat | ₹27,599 | Full Board, SUV, VIP Service |
Book Your Floating Stay
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