Srinagar Honeymoon Packages — Love Floats on Dal Lake

Of all the destinations in India, Srinagar holds a uniquely romantic soul. The city is built on water — connected by canals and shikaras, perfumed by chinar blossoms and saffron, and draped in the grandeur of Mughal gardens designed explicitly as gifts of love. The Shalimar Bagh was built by Emperor Jahangir for his beloved Empress Nur Jahan — and that spirit of devoted romance permeates every corner of the city.

A Srinagar honeymoon package from Hiatus Holidays centers on the single most romantic experience in India: waking up on a private heritage houseboat floating on Nigeen Lake. You step out onto your private deck at dawn, watch the mist lift from the Himalayas, and receive your morning Kehwa from a smiling attendant. Nothing in the world compares to this.

Day 1: Airport arrival ? Romantic welcome with flower petals and Kehwa ? Private houseboat check-in on Nigeen Lake ? Evening Shikara ride at sunset ? Candlelit dinner on the houseboat deck with Dal Lake views.

Day 2: Morning sunrise Shikara through the floating vegetable market ? Visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh (Mughal Gardens) ? Lunch at a lakeside restaurant ? Hazratbal Shrine ? Afternoon free for strolling Old Srinagar's craft bazaars ? Special anniversary/honeymoon cake on return.

Day 3: Half-day trip to Pari Mahal (Angel's Abode) for panoramic views ? Old City walk through Shah Hamdan Mosque and Jhelum River ? Private shopping experience at carpet and Pashmina workshops ? Farewell Wazwan dinner at a curated local restaurant.

Day 4: Leisurely morning on the houseboat ? Departure with curated Kashmiri honeymoon hamper (saffron, Kahwa, Pashmina).

Package from ?16,500 per couple — includes houseboat (3 nights), all breakfasts + 1 special dinner, private vehicle, guided sightseeing, Shikara ride, and honeymoon setup.