Kashmir

Day 1: Arrival/Srinagar + Local Sightseeing + Shikara Ride

On arrival at Srinagar, you will be met by our representative and transfer you to Houseboat. Afternoon free for personal activities. Half day tour of world-famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). In the evening Shikara ride on The Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city with which is often compared to Venice.

You will get a view of some very interesting places around the Lake. After sightseeing back to Houseboat, Overnight stay in Houseboat.

Day 2: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar

After breakfast Drive to Sonamarg, and full day excursion of Sonmarg which is one of the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. Sonmarg also called Meadow of Gold is located at a height of 2690 meters. You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Return to the Hotel by evening for overnight stay.

Day 3: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar

After Breakfast, check out hotel and drive to Gulmarg called as “Meadow of Flowers”. Gulmarg is 52 Kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ft. Gulmarg also referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort & the world’s highest 18-hole Golf Course.

The place was prominent during the British time. You can enjoy a Pony ride (Optional At your own cost) or experience Gondola ride (at own cost).
After sightseeing return to hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 4: Srinagar – Pahalgam

After Breakfast drive to the Pahalgam, Full Day excursion of Pahalgam called as “Valley of Shepherds” In Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Aru Valley , Betab Valley , and Chandanwari, Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage.

After sightseeing check in hotel, and Overnight stay in Hotel Pahalgam.

Day 5: Pahalgam Full Day Sightseeing

After Breakfast Full Day Sightseeing Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari and baisan (mini Switzerland) by horse ride Aru Valley is a small yet self-sufficient scenic village located 12 km from Pahalgam. The drive up to the village is alluring too. The location of the village among the grasslands, make this place a tourist delight. It is reachable by walking along a mountain path. The village also serves as the start point for trekking to Kolahoi glacier. Another long trek for the serious trekker is to Sonmarg, which can be covered in 3 days! Besides, the valley is also known to be a good site for camping. Instead of taking the regular pony ride it is recommended that tourists explore the surrounding valley on foot to get a full sense of its beauty.

Betaab Valley : Located on the way to Chandanwari, the valley was named Betaab after the Bollywood movie by the same name! Earlier known as Hajan Valley, after the release of the movie, it was renamed as major part of the movie was shot here. Set amid picture perfect environs complete with snowcapped mountains, gurgling streams, colorful willow trees & the warm sun, making it an ideal for an artist’s canvas! The valley is a walk-able distance from Pahalgam. The crystal clear & chilly water of the stream bubbling down from the snowy hills is a delight; locals here drink this water too. Baisaran and Tulian Lake are few nearby attractions that can be visited.

Chandanwari : Pahalgam to Chandanwari is easily accessible by taxi. From Chandanwari, pilgrims need to continue their Yatra on foot or pony, which will take at least 2 days to reach the cave and back, with an overnight stay in either Shishnag or Panchtarni.

After Sightseeing back to Hotel and Overnight stay in Hotel
Note: You are required to hire a local cab to visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari as per the rules passed by the Taxi Union of Pahalgam. (Approx. Cost Rs. 1800 – 2000 per vehicle)

Day 6: Pahalgam to Srinagar

After Breakfast check out Hotel and drive back to Srinagar, and Half Day Sightseeing and Shopping, and Evening is for leisure / shopping. Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar

Day 7: Pahalgam to Srinagar

After breakfast, you’ll be on your way to the Srinagar airport for your return journey.

Trip Ends here with wonderful memories for a lifetime 😊