Overview
- Stay in scenic locations: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and/or Sonmarg.
- Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, floating gardens, and birdwatching.
- Guided sightseeing of the Mughal Gardens, historic sites & temples.
- Delicious Kashmiri cuisine, shopping for Pashmina, saffron & handicrafts.
Day Wise Itinerary
Day 1
You will be met by our representative at the Srinagar airport. He will assist and transfer you to the deluxe houseboat. In the afternoon, you will take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, where you will visit the floating vegetable gardens. While riding the Shikara, there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching with plentiful species, including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, and Grebe. Dinner and overnight stay in a deluxe houseboat/hotel.
Day 2
In the morning, leave for Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers), 2730 meters above sea level. The distance of 60 km will be covered in about 2 hours. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and the highest golf course with 18 holes. If weather permits, you can also have a view of Nanga Parbat, the naked mountain that is over 26,000 feet and dominates the entire region. Also, enjoy the cable car (Gondola) ride up to Khilangmarg. In the evening, drive back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 3
In the morning, proceed to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold). The distance of about 83 km will be covered in about 3 hours. Sonmarg lies in the Sindh Valley, streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to high-altitude Himalayan lakes. In the evening, drive back from Sonmarg. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 4
In the morning, enjoy sightseeing of the Mughal Gardens, visiting Nishat Bagh, built by Asaf Khan (the brother-in-law of Jehangir) in 1632 AD, and Shalimar Bagh, built by Jehangir for his wife, Empress Nur Jahan. All the gardens are situated on the banks of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan hills in the background. The afternoon will be at your leisure for individual activities. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or deluxe houseboat.
Day 5
After breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam (The Valley of Shepherds). The total distance of about 96 km will be covered in about 3 hours. En route, visit the saffron fields of Pampore, the Awantipura Ruins (a 1100-year-old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantivarman), and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Drive through the pine forests. Arrive at Pahalgam and enjoy the Lidder stream. Later, walk along pony trails with a magnificent view of the mountains. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 6
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport for your onward flight.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Hotels on Double sharing Basis
- Breakfast and Dinner
- All surface travelling by Taxi
- 01 Night Stay in Houseboat in Srinagar
- 03 Night stay in Hotel in Srinagar
- 01 Night stay in Hotel in Pahalgam
- 01 day trip to Sonmarg
- 01 day trip to Gulmarg
- 01 Shikara ride for One Hour Srinagar
Exclusions
- Any Airfare, Train fare, Overland Journey which is not mentioned in the Itinerary.
- Any Medical/rescue evacuation due to mishaps.
- Any personal nature items like Laundry, bar bills, table bills, camera fee, tips or any other item.
- Mineral water / Soft or hard drinks / Starters.
- Entrance Free
- Horse Riding
- Sightseeing of Chandanwari , Aru, Betaab Valley and Baisaran in Pahalgam.
- Gondola Ride in Gulmarg
- Chained Jeep from Tangmarg to Gulmarg and Vice versa