Our Representative will meet you at Srinagar airport for
pick up. Transfer directly to the Hotel and get refreshed.
If time allows visit various places in Srinagar or enjoy
evening Shikara ride. For beautiful experience visit Vivanta
by Taj or The Lalit for Lunch in Srinagar. Night Stay in
Srinagar Hotel.
Places of Interest in Srinagar:
Dal Lake , Mugal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chasma
Shahi),Pari Mahal, Botanical Garden, Char Chinari, Shankara
Charya Temple , Hari Parbat Fort, Hazrat Bal shrine, Jamia
Masjid, City Market etc.
Famous Restaurants:
Krishna Dhaba, Sonwar | Ahdoos Restaurant | Café Liberty
Note:
Two hours Shikara ride included in the package.
Srinagar is the heart of Kashmir Valley. With the Himalayan
Mountain Range forming a picturesque backdrop, the sparkling
Dal Lake and the rows of colourful houseboats and shikaras
on it, makes Srinagar a beautiful attraction. Lal Chowk, is
the commercial hub in the Srinagar City while as old city in
the Srinagar boats of monuments, old structures, heritage
sites, centuries old shrines.
Some of the top popular tourist attractions:
Mughal Gardens, Hari Parbat Fort, Chashme Shahi Garden and
Pari Mahal. Dachigam National Park, Dal Lake, Nigeen Lake,
Jamia Masjid, Hazratbal Shrine, Shankaracharya Temple,
handicraft workshops for Shawl and carpet weavings etc.
The Dachigam National Park is the main feature of the range
which holds the last viable population of Kashmir stag
(Hangul) and the largest population of black bear in
Asia.Permission to this park is needed a day before.
Note:
Most of the above places will be covered till evening 6pm
before shifting back to Hotel for Night Stay. Please inform
the driver well in advance, if there is any special
requirement in Srinagar sightseeing apart from the above
listed places.
After early breakfast, check out from the Pahalgam and set
out for Pahalgam Sightseeing.Pahalgam is one of the most
beautiful valley's in Kashmir having gushing river Lidder
flowing.Situated among lofty hills covered with evergreen
forests, its cool invigorating and pleasant climate, the
melodious flow of Lidder Nallah attract tourists not only
from within the country but also from abroad as well. It is
also an important transit camp on the way to holy Amar Nath
Ji Cave, which is 72 Kms away from the District
Head-Quarter.On the way to Pahalgam, one can visit some
interesting spots like Saffron Fields, Mustard Fields, Bat
Manufacturing Units, Awantipora Ruins, Apple Valley etc to
name a few.
One can also visit Village Aru Valley nestled quietly in the
mountains while the stream fed from the glaciers make it
beautiful. Another small Valley Betab Valley is also
beautiful. Later visit Chandanwanwari Village also to see
nature's bounty. Night Stay in Pahalgam.
Note:
Aru Valley, Betab Valley cab charges are not included in the
package cost.
After early breakfast, head for another beautiful Valley in
the Pahalgam which is called Baisaran. Baisaran is a small
Valley surrounded by mountains and high rise pine trees.The
Baisaran is reached by Pony. The guest can hire the pony at
Pahalgam for this sightseeing. Night Stay at Pahalgam.
Pakistan.
Note: Aru Valley, Batab Valley, Chandanwari, Baisaran
are away from Pahalgam are not included in the package cost.
The places can be covered at an additional cost to be paid
by the guest directly to the service providers at Pahalgam.
The service providers like union cabs or ponies are readily
available for such destinations.
After breakfast, visit Gulmarg.It is primarily a ski resort
where thousands of the skiers turn up during winter months.
During summers, the Gulmarg Bowl turns up a Valley of
flowers.
If time allows one can visit, strawberry Valley. Also visit
Rani Temple, St Mary's Church and other places.Enjoy the
beautiful snowcapped mountains from the hotel. Enjoy evening
time at the hotel and Night Stay.
After breakfast, proceed for Gulmarg. Gulmarg is primarily a
ski resort where thousands of the skiers turn up during
winter months.
Head towards Gondola - one of the prime attractions in the
Gulmarg - that takes you to mountain peaks.
Take a joy ride to Mount Kongdoori and Affarwat (14,403 ft)
above the sea level, though Gulmarg Gondola. The highest
cable car in the world. The Line of Control (LOC) is barely
a few kilometers from here. The visit to Kashmir is
incomplete without visiting this peak from where once can
see mountain ranges from Pakistan and Ladakh. The view from
Apharwat Peak is impressive. On a clear day you can see our
three neighbors in order of appearance from left to right,
Nanga Parbat (8,126m), Harmukh (5,142m) and Nun Kun (7,135m-
Ladakh).Nanga Parbat is the ninth-highest mountain on Earth,
its summit at 8,126 m (26,660 ft) above sea level located in
Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
Note: Booking Gondola tickets online well in advance
is advisable (Can be cancelled for refund a day before of
the ride day. No cancellation is entertained on the same
day.) Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice-hockey, ice-skating,
snow scooters, snowtubes, snow sledges, etc.
After early breakfast, check out from the hotel with and
head to Kashmir's capital city, Srinagar. The hotel is
nestled on the foothill of Zabrwan mountain Range. Leisurely
enjoy the views of the place.
The Zabarwan Range is a short sub-mountain range between Pir
Panjal and the Great Himalayan Range in the central part of
the Kashmir Valley.Specifically, the range is known to be
what overlooks the Dal Lake and holds the Mughal gardens of
Srinagar.
The Shankaracharya Temple is built on the edge of the
central part of the Zabarwan Range.On the northern slopes of
the central part of the range, there are three Mughal
gardens built by Emperor Shah Jahan. These include Chashma
Shahi, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Garden alongside the Pari
Mahal (the fairy palace).
The Dachigam National Park is the main feature of the range
which holds the last viable population of Kashmir stag
(Hangul) and the largest population of black bear in Asia.
Inform the travel consultant in advance about entry tickets.
After breakfast, set out for most beautiful journeys as the
road leading to Sonmarg runs parallel through gushing river
Sindh. The journey in itself is mesmerizing.
Take a stroll on the beautiful bund of the river Sindh. The
River Sindh is the main attraction of the Sonmarg trip.
Sonmarg is the gateway to Ladakh and is known for its
verdant and picturesque valleys and snow-clad peaks. River
Sindh winds its way through the valley and takes care of the
flora of the region that include silver birch, fir, pine and
alpine flowers. For hikers, Sonmarg is a base point for
Kashmir's famous great lakes which takes seven days to
complete.
At Sonmarg, one can take pony or hire a cab (at your own
cost) to Thajiwas Glacier of Zero point. Visit Baltal
Valley, Thajiwas Glacier and enjoy the breathtaking beauty
of the snow laden mountain. Night Stay in Sonmarg Hotel
After Early Breakfast, visit Rafting point and enjoy the joy
rides in river rafts. Advisable for only those who have good
balance and are very agile.
Later, in the afternoon, return back to Srinagar. Whatever
time allows, visit Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake and enjoy
Shikara ride.
On the way visit, Apple Valley. Night Stay at Srinagar
Hotel.
After Breakfast set out for another beautiful location
Aharbal Waterfall. Aharbal is a unique destination apart
from other places as a high-rise waterfall from a giant
cliff giving it a beautiful sight.
Aharbal looks more stunning in winters during snow season. A
day trip to Aharbal enriching.
Aharbal is easily accessible from Srinagar, and it takes
about two hours by car or bus via Shopian to reach there. An
alternate route will take you to Aharbal via Kulgam.
After Early Breakfast, head towards Srinagar Airport to catch the afternoon flight back home. This way the memorable tour ends.