Kashmir is not just a destination; it’s an unforgettable experience that everyone dreams of! The beauty of the Kashmir Valley is simply breathtaking, with its sparkling rivers, stunning waterfalls, lovely scenery, and lush green forests.
Kashmir boasts a diverse range of landscapes, featuring tranquil lakes and snow-capped mountains alongside charming hills covered in conifers and rivers nourished by glaciers. On one side, you can experience wild, untouched nature, while on the other, vibrant saffron fields and blossoming apple orchards await. It’s a place that truly captures the heart!
What is included in the tour
- 4 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent
- 1 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above houseboat or equivalent
- Assistance at the airport
- 1 session of Shikara-ride
- Gandola ride (up to Phase 1) in Gulmarg
- Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle
- Drivers allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax
What is NOT included in the tour
- Air tickets and airport taxes
- Entrance fees to monuments and Gardens
- Guide service
- Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.
- Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments
- In Pahalgam, be sure to visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari, which is the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra.
- Mughal Gardens & Shikara Ride in Srinagar
- Gondola Ride in Gulmarg
- Assistance at the airport and sightseeing tours by private vehicle
- Start and End in Srinagar
Day 01 Arrival in Srinagar
Meet our representative upon arrival in Srinagar and proceed to your houseboat. This place is famous for its lakes and charming houseboats, Srinagar is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts. The lake comprises a series of water bodies, including the Nagin Lake. One can take in the panoramic view of the mountains surrounding Srinagar from this lake. Kashmiri boats called Shikara, are used to explore the intricate maze of waterways on this lake. In the evening, enjoy a visit to Mughal Gardens followed by a Shikara-ride on Dal Lake. Overnight stay in Srinagar Houseboat.
Day 02 Drive from Srinagar – Pahalgam (90 kms / 3.5 hours)
After breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam, also called the Valley of Shepherds. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In Pahalgam, admire the beauty of nature as you walk along the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is also famous for some trekking routes and is the base camp for the Amarnath Pilgrimage. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 Sightseeing in Pahalgam
After breakfast, enjoy panoramic views of Pahalgam town and Lidder Valley. Start with Aru Valley which is a small village, 15 km upstream the Lidder River, The route is picturesque with ample campsites. This village is the starting point for treks to the Kolahoi glacier. Later, visit Chandanwari, 16 Km which is the starting point of sacred Amarnath Yatra. Chandanwari is famous for snow sledging on a snow bridge, enroute you can visit Hajan, an idyllic picnic spot and Betaab valley. Dinner & overnight in the hotel.
Day 04 Pahalgam – Gulmarg (130 kms / approx. 4 hours)
After breakfast drive to Gulmarg, ‘Meadow of Flowers’ situated at an altitude of 2730 meters, full day at leisure to take walks on the lush green meadows of flowers with a backdrop of the snow-capped mountains. Dinner & overnight in the hotel.
Day 05 Sightseeing in Gulmarg I Drive back to Srinagar (58 kms / approx. 3 hours)
After breakfast, enjoy local sightseeing of Gulmarg and Gondola-ride (cable car). Later, drive back to Srinagar. Arrive and check-in at the hotel. Spend evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 06 Departure from Srinagar
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Srinagar airport for return flight back home.
