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The Mughal Gardens of Srinagar are among the finest legacies of imperial Kashmir — terraced paradises of fountains, chinar avenues and blossom laid out centuries ago along the shore of Dal Lake. Nishat Bagh climbs in grand terraces towards the mountains, Shalimar Bagh unfolds in royal symmetry, and the compact Chashme Shahi is fed by its own natural spring. This tour pairs the gardens with houseboats, shikara rides and the wider sights of Srinagar, a graceful, easy-paced introduction to the valley on a simple domestic trip.

Top things to see & do

Nishat Bagh — Kashmir
Nishat BaghThe grand 'garden of bliss', rising in terraces towards the hills with fountains, flowerbeds and Dal Lake views.
Shalimar Bagh — Kashmir
Shalimar BaghA royal Mughal garden of elegant symmetry, chinar avenues and cascading water channels.
Chashme Shahi — Kashmir
Chashme ShahiA compact terraced garden fed by a natural spring, prized for its cool, clear mountain water.
Pari Mahal — Kashmir
Pari MahalA terraced hillside garden and former school of astrology, offering sweeping views over the lake and city.
Tulip Garden — Kashmir
Tulip GardenAsia's celebrated tulip garden below Zabarwan hill, a blaze of colour in early spring.
Dal Lake shore — Kashmir
Dal Lake shoreThe lakeside setting that links the gardens, perfect for shikara rides between the terraces.
Terraced Mughal garden at Nishat Bagh with fountains, chinar trees and Dal Lake behind in Srinagar Kashmir

Suggested itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Srinagar

Fly into Srinagar (SXR), transfer to your hotel or houseboat and enjoy an evening shikara ride on Dal Lake.

Day 2
Mughal gardens tour

Visit Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashme Shahi and Pari Mahal, with time to stroll and photograph the terraces.

Day 3
Srinagar sights

Explore Shankaracharya Temple, Hazratbal shrine and the old-city handicraft workshops.

Day 4
Day trip to Gulmarg

Drive up to Gulmarg for the gondola and meadows before returning to your Srinagar base.

Day 5
Departure

A final lakeside morning before your transfer to Srinagar airport for your onward flight.

Indicative Kashmir package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):

Trip DurationIndicative Price (per person)
Short trip · 2 Nights / 3 Daysfrom ₹12,999
3 Nights / 4 Daysfrom ₹15,499
4 Nights / 5 Daysfrom ₹21,999
5 Nights / 6 Daysfrom ₹24,999
6 Nights / 7 Daysfrom ₹32,999

Indicative starting prices from our current Kashmir packages — your final quote depends on hotels/houseboat, season and flights. Share your dates for an exact, itemised quote.

Why visit the Mughal Gardens

The Mughal Gardens are Srinagar's most elegant sightseeing — living history set against lake and mountain, easy to enjoy at a gentle pace. They are perfect for families, couples and culture lovers, and combine naturally with Dal Lake and the city. As part of India, Srinagar needs no visa or permit for Indian travellers.

The great gardens

Each garden has its own character, and together they tell the story of imperial Kashmir.

  • Nishat Bagh — the grandest terraces with lake and mountain views
  • Shalimar Bagh — royal symmetry and cascading water
  • Chashme Shahi — an intimate spring-fed terrace
  • Pari Mahal — a hillside garden with panoramic views

Houseboats & Dal Lake

The gardens sit along Dal Lake, so a shikara ride between them, or a night on a houseboat, adds to the experience. Breakfast on deck and slow rides past the floating gardens make a lovely complement to a day among the terraces.

How to reach the gardens

Fly to Srinagar (SXR) — direct from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, or one stop via Delhi from other cities. The gardens are a short drive around the lakeshore, and all local travel by car or taxi is arranged within your package.

Best time & weather

March to October is loveliest, with spring tulips, summer blooms and golden chinar in autumn. The adjacent Tulip Garden peaks in early April. Winters are cold but atmospheric; carry warm layers, as garden mornings and lake evenings stay cool.

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