Gurez Offbeat
6 nights, 7 days. Three nights in the Gurez Valley near the Kishanganga river, with Srinagar at both ends.
The Gurez Offbeat is a 6-night, 7-day private trip covering Srinagar and Gurez (Dawar). It starts at Srinagar airport and ends at Srinagar airport. Prices start at ₹25,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 1,040), land only, before 5% GST. Season: May to October. The road is closed by snow in winter.
Route
- Srinagar1 night , Dal Lake houseboat
- 130 km via Bandipora and Razdan Pass, about 6 hours
- Gurez (Dawar)3 nights
- 130 km via Razdan Pass, about 6 hours
- Srinagar2 nights , hotel
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 6 nights, 7 days |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Srinagar airport (SXR) |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Innova, Xylo or similar. The road has rough sections. |
| Longest drive | About 6 hours, Srinagar to Gurez |
| Highest point | Razdan Pass, about 3,500 m |
| Permits | Carry original photo ID for army checkpoints. Foreign nationals need prior permission, which we help arrange. |
| Stays in Gurez | Guesthouses and a few small hotels. There are no luxury properties. |
| Phone signal | Limited in Gurez. Tell family before you go. |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | May to October. The road is closed by snow in winter. |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Srinagar houseboat, 1N | A-category houseboat | Deluxe-category houseboat |
| Gurez, 3N | Guesthouse | Best available hotel |
| Srinagar, 2N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel |
Hotel and houseboat names are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Srinagar
Pickup at the airport. Houseboat check-in and a one-hour shikara ride.
- Day 2
Srinagar to Gurez
Drive past Wular Lake and over Razdan Pass to Dawar, the main village of Gurez.
- Day 3
Dawar
Habba Khatoon peak, the Kishanganga riverbank and a walk through the log-house villages.
- Day 4
Tulail Valley
Day trip deeper into the valley, about two hours each way, through villages built of timber.
- Day 5
Gurez to Srinagar
Drive back over Razdan Pass. Evening free in Srinagar.
- Day 6
Srinagar
Mughal gardens and the old city, or a day trip to Doodhpathri.
- Day 7
Departure
Breakfast, then drop at Srinagar airport.
What the price covers
Included
- Stays in your chosen category, twin sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Private car with driver for all transfers and the sightseeing listed
- Airport pickup and drop
- Driver costs, fuel, tolls and parking
- One-hour shikara ride
Not included
- Ponies and local guides
- Flights or trains
- Lunch and entry fees
- 5% GST
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included
Payment and cancellation
30% advance confirms your booking. The balance is due 15 days before arrival.
| You cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before | 10% |
| 15 to 29 days before | 25% |
| 7 to 14 days before | 50% |
| 3 to 6 days before | 75% |
| 0 to 2 days, or no-show | 100% |
If roads close or a government advisory stops travel, you get a credit note valid for 12 months, or a refund minus costs suppliers will not return. Read the full policy.
Questions and answers
How much does the Gurez Offbeat cost?
Standard from ₹25,000, Deluxe from ₹38,000 per person on twin sharing, land only, before 5% GST. Prices are valid until 31 March 2027 and are confirmed on enquiry.
Are flights included?
No. The price covers stays, breakfast and dinner, and a private car with driver. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan.
When does the Gurez Offbeat run?
May to October. The road is closed by snow in winter.
Is Gurez open all year?
No. Snow closes Razdan Pass for most of the winter. We run this trip from May to October and confirm road status before you travel.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or the form on this page. We reply with a written plan that names the hotels. A 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is due 15 days before arrival.