Kashmir situated to the northwestern part of India; dazzles with deep valleys, snow-clad mountains and shimmering lakes. Termed as paradise on earth, Kashmir which captivates the tourists with lovely Dal Lake and beautiful temples makes Kashmir Tours Packages a must for all those who love to enjoy natural beauty. Shopping for woolen clothes, hand-made shawls and Kashmiri style ornaments can be exciting and fascinating for the tourists when on Kashmir Packages Tours. The Srinagar packages take you around beautifully decorated house boats paving through the lovely lakes and make for a romantic ride when in Srinagar. Apart from this, the snow-capped mountains peaks present an opportunity for skiing when on Gulmarg Tours. Another place which entices the tourists is Pahalagam, a town in Anantnag district which boasts of beautiful landscaping sights is included in Pahalgam tourism.
Itinerary (Srinagar - Pahalgam)
Day 1: ARRIVE SRINAGAR
Arrive by flight to Srinagar & transfer to houseboat. Take a Shikara ride for 1 hour (gondola boat), ride across the pristine Dal Lake and enjoy the water-life of Srinagar. Visit the local crafts market and shop for unique Papier-mâché and Walnut Wood items. Stay overnight at deluxe Houseboat.
Day 2: SRINAGAR - SONAMARG - SRINAGAR
After breakfast proceed for full day excursion for Sonamarg - situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonamarg – 84 Kms is - also called 'Meadow of Gold', Sonamarg is located at 9000 ft. against snow-clad mountains, with the Sindh River rich in trout and mahseer flowing. Available on hire are ponies that can take you upto the Thajiwas Glacier, a major attraction especially during the summers. Return Srinagar for overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 3: SRINAGAR - PAHALGAM
Transfers from Srinagar to Pahalgam - "Valley of Shepherds". On arrival check in at Hotel. In Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: PAHALGAM - SRINAGAR
Transfers from Pahalgam to Srinagar. Enroute visiting the Awantipura Ruins of 9th Century & Mattan Temple Complex. In Afternoon, visit Mogul Gardens "Nishat" (The Garden of Pleasure) and "Shalimar" (Abode of All). Drive along the Lake side on Boulevard On return visit a local Handicrafts Emporium for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, shawls, jewellery ornaments. Also visit Shankaracharya Temple. Overnight at the Hotel
Day 5: SRINAGAR - GULMARG - SRINAGAR
Enjoy a full-day trip to Gulmarg or the "Meadow of Flowers" which is located at an altitude of 8700-ft. The place is known for its Ski Resort and the world's highest 18-hole Golf Course. You can also enjoy a Cable Car Ride or a Gondola ride. Return to Srinagar for dinner and stay overnight at hotel
Day 6: DEPARTURE
After breakfast check out and transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination.
05 Nights accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis on the above mentioned Hotels / HB
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Meals – Breakfast and DInner
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01 NAC Tavera for Arrival & Departure from Srinagar International Airport to Hotel / HB & vice versa
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01 NAC Tavera for Full day trip to Mughal Gardens & Shankaracharya temple
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01 NAC Tavera for Full day excursion trip to Gulmarg & Sonamarg; Srinagar to Pahalgam & back
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01 Hour Boat (Shikara) Ride on Dal Lake – Srinagar (04 Person to 01 Boat)
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All applicable taxes including 13.5% VAT on F&B
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Meeting & Assistance on Arrival & Departure by our Representative
Package excludes
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Airfare/train fare
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Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating and Gondola / joy rides
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Any other item not specified in "Cost Includes"
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Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
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Car not included for sightseeing of Aru and Chandanwari in Pahalgam.
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Car will drop the client at one point at Gulmarg/ Pahalgam/Sonmarg and then sightseeing to be managed on your own by pony or nature walks.
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Guides and entrance fees
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot)
Note
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Above rates are subject to availability
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Cancellation charges as per company policy
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Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
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In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
