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7 Days Offbeat Kashmir Gurez Keran Escape

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Starting from₹23,600per person · ex-flights

Day-wise plan

Every day runs on a private cab - the order and pace are yours to change.

1Day 1 - Trip begins at Srinagar - Arrival in Srinagar | Nigeen Lake Shikara.
  • Arrive in Srinagar and check in to your homestay.
  • Unwind by the quieter Nigeen Lake, away from the tourist crowds.
  • Sunset Shikara ride on the lake.
  • Overnight stay in Srinagar.
2Day 2 - Srinagar to Keran | Along the Line of Control.
  • Depart for Keran, a border village on the Kishanganga river near the LoC.
  • Scenic drive through lush valleys with a lunch stop near Kupwara (own cost).
  • Evening by the river with views across to the Neelam valley of PoK.
  • Overnight stay in Keran (homestay/camp).
3Day 3 - Keran Local Exploration.
  • Morning Kahwa and a village walk to meet the locals.
  • Short hike for views over the upper Neelam valley.
  • Visit the First Post Office of India and walk the Kishanganga riverbank.
  • Bonfire and local stories in the evening.
  • Overnight stay in Keran.
4Day 4 - Keran to Kupwara | Bangus Valley.
  • Leave Keran and drive towards Kupwara.
  • Explore the Bangus Valley, rolling meadows grazed by shepherds’ flocks.
  • Nature walk and photography among some of Kashmir’s most pristine pastures.
  • Overnight stay in Kupwara.
5Day 5 - Kupwara to Gurez Valley | Razdan Pass.
  • Drive to the remote Gurez Valley over the high Razdan Pass (3,558 m).
  • Lunch stop near Bandipora and a Wular Lake viewpoint if time permits.
  • Cross several army check-posts as you near the border.
  • Arrive in Gurez by evening for a bonfire and tea.
  • Overnight stay in Gurez.
6Day 6 - Gurez Sightseeing | Tulail & Habba Khatoon.
  • Wake to views of the Habba Khatoon peak over Dawar.
  • Explore the rugged Tulail Valley and Chakwali, the first village of India.
  • Traditional lunch at a local village and sunset from Khandiyal Top.
  • Tea at the Army Cafe in Dawar and the local market.
  • Overnight stay in Gurez.
7Day 7 - Trip ends at Srinagar - Gurez to Srinagar | Departure.
  • Farewell to Gurez and the drive back towards Srinagar.
  • Reach Dal Lake by evening for your onward departure.
  • This marks the end of your offbeat journey with Travloger.

About this plan

Past the tourist valleys, up to the villages along the Line of Control. Fully private · after you enquire, a planner fine-tunes stays, pace and extras around you.

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Included in 7D / 6N

  • Pick-up & Drop from Srinagar (Airport to Dal Lake).
  • Entire travel as per the itinerary in a private cab. (Innova / Scorpio)
  • Accommodation for 6 Nights as per required sharing:
  • 1 Night in Srinagar (homestay).
  • 2 Nights in Keran (homestay/camp).
  • 1 Night in Kupwara (homestay).
  • 2 Nights in Gurez (homestay/cottage/camp).
  • Complimentary 6 Breakfasts & 6 Dinners.
  • Complimentary Shikara Ride on Dal Lake (01 Hour).
  • Entire sightseeing as per mentioned itinerary only (point to point).
  • Inner-line / border-area permit assistance for Gurez & Keran (Indian nationals).
  • Experienced Driver & Driver Allowances.
  • All Tolls & Taxes.
  • Fuel Expenses & Permits.

Not included

  • To & Fro Fares of Airlines/Buses/Railways.
  • Any Entry Fees, Activities or Pony/Jeep Rides.
  • 5% GST.
  • Any Meals not mentioned (only Breakfast & Dinner are included).
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Any Extra Charges due to Natural Calamities, road blocks or border restrictions.
  • Anything not mentioned under Inclusions.

Sightseeing on this plan

01Srinagar02Dal Lake & Shikara Ride03Keran (LoC)04Bangus ValleyGurez Valley

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Your package7 Days Offbeat Kashmir Gurez Keran Escape · 7D / 6N1N Srinagar · 2N Keran · 1N Kupwara · 2N Gurez Valley · Standard stays · 2 travellers
Per person₹23,600twin sharing · ex-flights

Kashmir questions, answered

What are the stays like on the offbeat/Gurez route?
These are remote border areas, so accommodation is basic but clean, homestays, cottages and camps on twin-sharing, with breakfast and dinner included. Hot water and electricity can be limited and mobile network is patchy, which is part of the experience. Carry a power bank and some cash.
Are permits needed for the border/Gurez areas?
Gurez, Keran and the LoC villages sit in protected border zones with multiple army check-posts. Indian nationals need a valid government photo ID; foreign nationals face restrictions and should confirm eligibility with us well in advance. We handle the standard permits; carry several ID copies.
What is the best time to do this Gurez trip?
The route to Gurez crosses the Razdan Pass, which usually stays open from late May or June until the first heavy snow around November. June to August is the greenest window in Gurez and the Bangus meadows, and September to October brings crisp air and golden autumn light. In deep winter the pass normally shuts and this route does not run, so plan for the summer and autumn months.
What should we pack?
Even in summer the evenings in Keran and Gurez are cold, so carry a warm layer and a windproof jacket along with sunscreen and sunglasses for the daytime. In May, June, October and November add proper woollens, a cap and gloves. A power bank, a torch and some cash are essential, as electricity, mobile network and ATMs are limited beyond Bandipora and Kupwara.
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. We can add or drop nights, swap days, upgrade the Srinagar stay or add a houseboat night, or extend to Yusmarg, Doodhpathri or Dachigam. Tell your travel consultant what you have in mind and we will rework the plan and the quote.
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