Kashmir - The Paradise on Earth

Highlights:

Srinagar City, Shankracharya Temple, Nishat & Mughal Gardens, Shikara Ride on Dal Lake, Sonmarg, Awantipura Ruins, Chandan Vari, Bettab Valley, Aru Valley, Famous Golf Course, Gandola Ride

• Welcome drink on arrival
• 05 Breakfast & 05 Dinner
• 01 Nights’ Accommodation in Srinagar houseboat on Twin sharing basis
• 01 Night Accommodation in Pahalgam on Twin sharing basis
• 01 Night Accommodation in Gulmarg on Twin sharing basis
• 02 Night Accommodation in Srinagar on Twin sharing basis
• Pick up & Drop from Srinagar Airport
• Complimentary use of Wi-Fi and hot & cold water in hotels/resorts
• All transfers & Sightseeing as per the given itinerary
• All toll tax, parking charges, driver charges, fuel cost inclusive
• All applicable hotel & transport taxes

Day 01: Arrive in Srinagar

On your arrival at the Srinagar airport, you will be taken for a 35 minutes’ drive through the heart of New Srinagar city, passing the Abdullah Bridge which connects the banks of the Jhelum River. Arrive and check-in at the hotel / houseboat. Evening is free for Shikara ride on Dal Lake and later drive back to the houseboat. 

Day 02: Srinagar–Sonamarg–Srinagar (2 hours dive approx.)

Morning proceed for day excursion to Sonamarg (Meadow of Gold). Sonmarg lies in Sindh Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude Himalayan Lakes. In the evening drive back from Sonmarg to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Day 03: Srinagar to Pahalgam (97 Kms approx. | 3 hrs)

Today after breakfast check out of the hotel and move to Pahalgam called as “Valley of Shepherds.  Enroute visiting the Awantipura Ruins of 9th Century & Mattan Temple Complex. On arrival check in at Hotel. In Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 04: Pahalgam to Gulmarg (150 Kms approx. | 5 hrs)

Early check out of the hotel and move to Gulmarg. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and highest golf course with 18 holes. If weather permits one can also have the view of Nanga Parbat, the naked mountain that is over 26,000 feets and dominates the entire region, also enjoy cable car (Gondola) for mountain ride up to khilangmarg. On arrival check in to the hotel and relax. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05: Gulmarg to Srinagar (60 Kms approx. | 2 hrs)

Transfers from Gulmarg to Srinagar. In Afternoon, visit Mogul Gardens "Nishat" (The Garden of Pleasure) and "Shalimar" (Abode of All). Drive along the Lake side on Boulevard On return visit a local Handicrafts Emporium for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, shawls, jewellery ornaments.  Also visit Shankaracharya Temple. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 06: Departure/transfers to Airport

After breakfast, In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for onwards destination.

Standard Category

Srinagar: Deluxe Houseboat

Srinagar: Triden Resort Kashmir/Similar

Pahalgam: Hotel Golden Residency/Similar

Gulmarg: Apple Tree Resort/Similar

Deluxe Category

Srinagar: Deluxe Houseboat

Srinagar:  Hotel K2 Inn /Similar

Pahalgam: Hotel Pahalgam Retreat/Similar

Gulmarg: Hotel Alpine Ridge/Similar