KASHMIR

8 Days
Itinerary

Day 1 :
SRINAGAR

Arrive at Srinagar meet and transfer to Houseboat.
Rest of the day free at leisure.

Morning after breakfast, proceed for your day excursion to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold).
On the way one can enjoy the beauty of the Sind valley.
Sonmarg is at a height of 2690mts above sea level. The blooming Valley has been chiselled over the ages by the mighty Indus River.
Two Lakes – Gadsar and Satsar are on the periphery of Sonmarg. Sonmarg is sheer scenic splendour.
Arrive Sonmarg and visit to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains throughout the year.
Late afternoon return to Srinagar.

Morning after breakfast, drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of flowers) at a height of 8 800 feet above sea-level.
Here you will witness the beauty of the natural surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll's village, Gulmarg used to be a favorite hunt of the British in Summer and you will find the old fashion Hotels and shops in the village.
Arrive and transfer to hotel rest of day at leisure.

Day 4 :
GULMARG

After breakfast your day is free for leisure.
You may go for famous Gondola Ride (Cable Car. Online booking in advance is recommended), Asia's highest and longest cable car.
Return in the afternoon to enjoy Pony ride and walking around the area OR visit Khilanmarg (A picnic spot nearby) a fragrant valley, full of color and charm).

Morning after breakfast drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds).
Enroute visit Pampore which is famous for saffron field, continue your drive and visit to cricket bat factory, apple orchids gardens.
Pahalgam is an idyllic resort located on the banks of river Lidder and Sheshnag.
On arrival transfer to hotel. Afternoon one can opt to Basaran valley by pony (on additional cost) is a large grassy meadow with small rolling hills, it is a eye-catching meadow and it’s also an ideal campsite for trekker who want to move further to Tulian lake.

Day 6 :
PAHALGAM

Morning after breakfast visit to Aru valley.
Aru valley is popular for its unique beautiful meadows .
It is famous amongst the tourist for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty.
The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier.
After that proceed for Betab valley.
The valley is surrounded by lush green meadows, Snow Mountain and dense forest.
Now drive back to pahalgam .Rest of the day free for personal activities.
Enjoy pahalgam mall road.

After breakfast drive to Srinagar.
Arrive Srinagar and enjoy local sightseeing Tour of Srinagar.
Visit Shankar Acharya Temple, famous Mughal Gardens Nishat ( Garden of pleasure ) overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar ( Garden of Love ).
You will walk along the terraced flower beds, past splashing of marble pavilions and fountains with snow capped peaks of the Himalayas & Cheshmaashahi (Royal Spring.) Also visit Hazratbal Mosque.
Evening enjoy Shikara ride on Dal lake , visit floating gardens , lotus gardens, vegetable gardens, back water of lake cruise will go through canals, also pay visit to paper machi and wood carving handicrafts .

Day 8 :
DEPARTURE

Morning free till departure, transfer for Srinagar Airport to board the flight to fly back home with wonderful memories!

Cost Includes / Excludes
  • Accommodation as per above
  • Daily Breakfast and Dinner at Hotel
  • All transfers by Tempo Traveller as per itinerary
  • 01 Hour Shikara Ride on Dal Lake (4 Pax to a Shikara)
  • Gandola Ride (Phase 1 & 2)
  • Pick up Drop from Srinagar Airport
  • Guide Charges
  • Anything extra for the services not mentioned in Inclusions
  • Visit to Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg
  • Expenses occurred due to bad weather, Flight or ferry cancellation, & political unrest
  • Usage of Vehicle other than the mentioned places in the itinerary
  • Pony Ride in Gulmarg/Pahalgam / Sonamarg
  • Visit to Aru, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari in Pahalgam
  • Lunches during the tour /Entrance Fee