Day 1 - ARRIVE SRINAGAR
Srinagar
You will be met by our representative at the Srinagar airport. . He will
assist and transfer you to the deluxe houseboat. Enjoy the 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.you can be a part of Tulip festival too. Afternoon will be
at your leisure for individual activities. In the afternoon you take a
shikara ride on Dal Lake, where you visit the floating vegetable
gardens. While riding the Shikara’s there are plenty of opportunities
for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little
Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc. Dinner and overnight in a
deluxe houseboat.
Activities
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Meals Included
Day 2 - SRINAGAR – PAHALGAM
Pahalgam
After breakfast proceeds to Pahalgam (The valley of shepherds).The
total distance is about 96 kms, and will be covered in about 3 hours.
En-route, visit the saffron fields of pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100
years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the 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. Overnight in a hotel.
Activities
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Meals Included
Day 3 - PAHALGAM – SRINAGAR
Srinagar
After breakfast, one can also enjoy a pony ride to nearby places like
Chandanwadi, aru valley, betaab valley (On a direct hire basis) or if
you are an avid nature lover you may take pleasure in a peaceful
walk along the River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking
routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Later drive
back to Srinagar Overnight in Hotel.
Activities
Pahalgam
Behold some eye-catching scenery on your drive to Pahalgam, as you go past beautiful gushing streams and houses on the slope of the hill. On the way, you will also visit like the beautiful Saffron fields, Avantipora Ruins and Anantnag Sulpher Springs. Explore the area as you go into the forests and walk past River Lidder. In the afternoon, you will get to explore the Betaab Valley, Chandanwadi, Aru Valley or Baisaran (Mini Switzerland). Then have a pleasant sleep in Pahalgam.
Meals Included
Day 4 - SRINAGAR – GULMARG – SRINAGAR
Srinagar
Morning leave for Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 mts. above the
sea level. The distance of 60 kms 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 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 khilanmarg. (On direct hire basis) In the evening
drive back to Srinagar. Overnight in the hotel
Activities
Gulmarg
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel and travel to Gulmarg. Enjoy the view of Kunzar, Magam and Tangmarg. It is an enthralling experience to go on a pony ride on the beautiful green pastures or ride in the Gondola ( highest ropeway in the world) up to Khilanmarg and Affarwat (at your own cost). The area also offers numerous adventure activities like horse riding, skiing, snow sledging, snowmobiles, ATV motorbikes, snow scooters etc (snow activities in winter only). Finally, return to Srinagar in the evening.
Meals Included
Day 5 - SRINAGAR – SONMARG – SRINAGAR
Srinagar
Morning proceeds for Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold). Sonamarg is (2800
Meters above from sea level), which means (Meadow of Golden) has, as its
backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh meanders
along here and abounds with trout and mahseer, snow trout can be caught
in the mail river, the visitors can have access to snow which is furnished all
over like a white carpet. Ponies can be hired on a direct hire basis for the
trip up to Thajiwas glacier, a major attraction during the summer months. In
the evening return back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight in a deluxe
hotel.
Activities
Sonmarg
After arrival at the tourist spot of Gagangir, a village located in the middle of Sindh River that appears like an island enveloped by snow glaciers on all sides, we get to Sonmarg and enjoy a 3-hour walk or horse ride/local union cab to the Thajiwas Glacier (on direct payment basis). On return, you will visit the town market for snacks and witness the locals in their daily routine. Then drive back to Srinagar in the evening.
Meals Included
Day 6 - DEPARTURE: Return home with happy memories
Srinagar
After breakfast transfer to Srinagar airport for onward flight
Activities
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Meals Included