Kashmir Trip

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 Early Breakfast, head towards Srinagar Airport to catch the afternoon flight back home. This way the memorable tour ends.