Day 1 : Arrive Srinagar

Welcome onboard a wonderful tour to one of the most happening destinations – Kashmir! Arrival at the Srinagar Airport. Complimentary Transfer from Airport to the Houseboat at 12:00 Hrs and 14:00 Hrs.

Guests are requested to time their flight as per above transfer timings. If not possible to time their flights the guests can do either of the following

• They can book airport taxi to reach to the Houseboat
• They can book cab with us at the mentioned supplement

Arrive welcome and show you to your houseboat. After you check-in and freshen up, After freshen up Visit.

Visit – Dal Lake And Enjoy Shikara ride on Dal Lake , Srinagar

Houseboat for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Srinagar – Pahalgam (94 Kms / approx 03 hrs)

Today after an early breakfast.

Visit Shankaracharya Temple (It is dedicated to Lord Shiva)

Visit Nishat Bagh -The garden of pleasure

Visit Shalimar Bagh -Abode of Love

After Visit leave for Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds ,drive through saffron fields; enroute Pampore.

Stop by for a demonstration on Saffron cultivation. Also get a chance to buy Kashmiri Saffron.

In the evening, gather for a short Meet & Greet session.

(Note: During the Tulip season, we will visit the Tulip Garden, as an additional sightseeing in our itinerary.)

Day 3 : In Pahalgam ( Day trip to Aru valley , Betaab valley , Chandanwari )

Today after breakfast, depart for Visit.

Visit Aru valley – that offers some fantastic scenery that has beautiful lakes, lush meadows and mountains.

Visit Betaab valley – gives heavenly pleasure girdled with mountain ranges and pine and deodar forests.

Visit Chandanwari – is the starting point for Amarnath yatra and is a popular hiking destination.

Post Visit drive to pahalgam , In the evening free time to stroll at the Local market of Pahalgam.

Overnight at the hotel in Pahalgam.

Day 4 : Pahalgam -Sonmarg (168 Kms / approx. 04 hrs)

Today after breakfast enjoy a picturesque drive to Sonmarg (Golden Meadow).

Sonmarg lies in Sind Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes. Enjoy horse riding upto Thajiwas glacier and sledge riding on snow (on direct payment).

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel

Day 5 : Sonmarg – Srinagar (83 Kms / approx 02 hrs).

After breakfast, proceed for Srinagar.

On arrival check into your hotel. Day at leisure Or Free For Shopping at local market. Overnight stay at hotel

Day 6 : Srinagar – Excursion to Gulmarg (90 kms / 3 ½ hours one way)

After Buffet Breakfast, proceed for day excursion to Gulmarg – Meadow of Flowers,

Arrive Gulmarg Enjoy Asia’s Highest Cable Car Project Gulmarg Gondola – The Gondola offers all tourists, scenic views of Pir Panjal Mountains and Valley as you head towards Phase 1: KHILANMARG. You may enjoy an Sledge ride or Snow Mobile ride on the snow covered slopes (on direct payment basis)

Later proceed to Srinagar. En-route visit Handloom Emporium. Arrive into Srinagar and Check In Hotel.

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.

Note: –

1. In case of heavy snow fall and Gulmarg is not operational, we will take clients to Yusmarg.
2. Gulmarg Gondola Ticket is complimentary but subject to availability. Clients can also check and pre book on www.jammukashmircablecar.com. However, pls. be noted, Gulmarg date can change since itinerary is subject to shuffling.
3. In Gulmarg – The vehicle only provides drop to the Gulmarg. For local movement guest has to either hire the pony or local vehicle on direct payment basis. change since itinerary is subject to shuffling.

Day 7 : Departure from Srinagar

Today after breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport to board the return flight with Happy Memories!!!

Note: Being a Group tour, transfer to Airport departs from Srinagar Hotel at 1000 hrs.

Day 1 : Arrive Srinagar

Welcome onboard a wonderful tour to one of the most happening destinations – Kashmir! Arrival at the Srinagar Airport. Complimentary Transfer from Airport to the Houseboat at 12:00 Hrs and 14:00 Hrs.

Guests are requested to time their flight as per above transfer timings. If not possible to time their flights the guests can do either of the following

• They can book airport taxi to reach to the Houseboat
• They can book cab with us at the mentioned supplement

Arrive welcome and show you to your houseboat. After you check-in and freshen up.

After freshen up Visit – Dal Lake And Enjoy Shikara ride on Dal Lake , Srinagar

Houseboat for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Srinagar – Pahalgam (94 Kms / approx 03 hrs)

Today after an early breakfast.

Visit Shankaracharya Temple (It is dedicated to Lord Shiva)

Visit Nishat Bagh – The garden of pleasure

Visit Shalimar Bagh -Abode of Love

After Visit leave for Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds ,drive through saffron fields; enroute Pampore.

Stop by for a demonstration on Saffron cultivation. Also get a chance to buy Kashmiri Saffron.

In the evening, gather for a short Meet & Greet session.

(Note: During the Tulip season, we will visit the Tulip Garden, as an additional sightseeing in our itinerary.)

Day 3 : In Pahalgam ( Day trip to Aru valley , Betaab valley , Chandanwari )

Today after breakfast, depart for Visit.

Visit Aru valley – that offers some fantastic scenery that has beautiful lakes, lush meadows and mountains.

Visit Betaab valley – gives heavenly pleasure girdled with mountain ranges and pine and deodar forests.

Chandanwari – is the starting point for Amarnath yatra and is a popular hiking destination.

Post Visit drive to pahalgam , In the evening free time to stroll at the Local market of Pahalgam.

Overnight at the hotel in Pahalgam.

Day 4 : Pahalgam – Gulmarg (140 Kms / approx 04 hrs)

Today after breakfast enjoy a picturesque drive to Gulmarg – Meadow of Flowers,

En-route we visit Avantipur ruins and Kashmiri Cricket Bat Factory.

Upon arrival at Gulmarg check-in and freshen up At Hotel.

Note: –

1. In case of heavy snow fall and Gulmarg is not operational, we will take clients to Yusmarg.
2. Gulmarg Gondola Ticket is complimentary but subject to availability. Clients can also check and pre book on www.jammukashmircablecar.com. However, pls. be noted, Gulmarg date can change since itinerary is subject to shuffling.
3. In Gulmarg – The vehicle only provides drop to the Gulmarg hotel. For local movement guest has to either hire the pony or local vehicle on direct payment basis.

Day 5 : Gulmarg – Srinagar (55Kms / approx 2 Hrs)

After Buffet Breakfast.

Enjoy Asia’s Highest Cable Car Project Gulmarg Gondola – The Gondola offers all tourists, scenic views of Pir Panjal Mountains and Valley as you head towards Phase 1: KHILANMARG. You may enjoy an Sledge ride or Snow Mobile ride on the snow covered slopes (on direct payment basis)

Later proceed to Srinagar. En-route visit Handloom Emporium. Arrive into Srinagar and Check In Hoel.

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.

Day 6 : Day Excursion to Sonmarg (83 Kms / approx 02 hrs).

After Buffet Breakfast, proceed for day excursion to Sonmarg – Golden Meadow. Sonmarg lies in Sind Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes. Enjoy riding on a pony up to Thajiwas Glacier (on direct payment basis & subject to Operation) or Sledge Riding on snow (on direct payment). Return back to Srinagar by evening. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7 : Departure from Srinagar:

Today after breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport to board the return flight with Happy Memories!

Note : Being a Group tour, transfer to Airport departs from Srinagar Hotel at 1000 hrs.

Important Points to be noted:

• Kashmir is witnessing unprecedented demand for travel in recent months . Due to limited hotel supply in Kashmir , hotels offered at the booking stage may be changed at the time of actual travel. This may also lead to an increase in the price which will be informed to you prior to travel.
• Being a group tour package, the departures will be operated on meeting the minimum operating strength of 6 passengers. Otherwise, passengers will be given an option of shifting to another operatin departure or continue on the same departure by paying the private vehicle supplement as applicable
• Airfare budgeted Per person from Delhi@ 22500 / Mumbai @ 30000 / Bangalore @ 33000. In case of any difference in fare guest will be informed about the supplement within 24 hrs of booking.
• Flight timing will be informed by seller after the booking.
• We suggest keeping a gap of 4 hrs in case guest is booking connecting flights.

Day 1 : Arrive in Srinagar

On your arrival at the Srinagar International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative or Driver who will assist and escort you to your waiting vehicle. From the airport it is a 35 minutes drive through the heart of New Srinagar city. The drive takes you past the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jehlum river, snaking its way towards the North-Western frontier of Kashmir.

Arrive welcome and show you to your houseboat or hotel. After you check-in and freshen up, you can move out to visit your first tourist spot.A walk around the scenic Boulevard Road will be your first sightseeing location. The road gives you a view of Dal Lake. Besides that, the majestic Zabarwan Mountain Ranges will also charm you. After the walk, it’s time to relax and take a 2-hour Shikara ride in Dal Lake. Keep your camera ready to click some heart-warming pictures of the mountains. Also, you will notice a beautiful carpet of lotus flowers all over the lake. These flowers enhance the aura of Dal Lake. End your day by making your way back to your Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Srinagar to Pahalgam: (97 kilometers / 3-4 hrs drive)

We will begin our trip towards Pahalgam and drive past the saffron fields of Pampore, the marvellous ruins of Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. You can even sample a few exotic breads sold by vendors near the road. We switch the the national highway at Khanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag.

From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder river flowing from the opposite direction. In Pahalgam we check in at the hotel and later do some nature walks to unwind ourselves. dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 3 : In Pahalgam

After breakfast at the hotel, you can opt to spend your day of sightseeing by driving to the picturesque Betab valley & Aru Valley respectively.

Betaab valley is a gorgeous expanse by the Lidder river, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas. Its landscape looks picture-perfect with a carpet of emerald green interrupted by a river flowing through it and the snow-clad mountains in the background. It is covered by a thick forest of deodar and pine trees and is dotted with colourful flowers. The valley also serves as a base camp for trekkers and is a good place to start a further exploration of the mountains. Betaab Valley gained prominence after the Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh starrer film, Betaab, was shot here in 1983. Thus, the valley was named after the hit film. The valley falls on the way to the famed Amarnath temple yatra and is one of the three stunning valleys of Pahalgam

Aru Valley is a famous tourist place in Jammu & Kashmir located in the Anantnag district around 12 kilometers from Pahalgam. Tourists are attracted towards it because of its lush meadows, pristine lakes & mountains, and it also serves as a base camp for trekking to the Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake.

Rest of the day will be at leisure for individual activities ( All activities Cost Own ). Dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4 : Pahalgam to Gulmarg: (140 kilometers / 4 hrs drive)

After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. We arrive at a small picturesue market town of Tangmarg and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. We arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon.

In Gulmarg we will board the Gondola cable car system, and ascend towards the Mountain range. The 04-05 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the peak. From here you can click lots of photos (Own Cost) of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley. We descend back to Gulmarg base after an hour or so and Post this tiring day, Check In Hotel And Dinner And overnight stay.

Gulmarg Gondola Ticket – www.jammukashmircablecar.com

Note :- Also note that for local movement guest has to either hire the pony or local vehicle on direct payment basis, the vehicle used in the itinerary only drops the guest in Gulmarg hotel.

Day 5 : Gulmarg to Sonamarg: (125 kilometers / 4 hrs drive)

We begin our day with a sumptous breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast we will drive to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque country side drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region. From Kangan, we will drive towards Mammar, famous for its trout farm and stopover for a warm cup of tea ( Own Cost ) before we head towards Sonamarg. We will once again alight from our vehicles at the tourist spot of Gagangir. The spot is built in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island with snow glaciers covering one or the other spot. In Sonamarg we will take a 3 hour walk or horseback (Own Cost ) trip to the Thajwass glacier. After our return we will visit the small town market for some snacks or just pay a visit observing the local people going with thier daily routine. Post this tiring day, Check in Hotel and Dinner and overnight stay.

Note :- (All activities Or Entrance Fee Own Cost)

Day 6 : In Sonmarg to Srinagar (Afternoon Local Sightseeing)

After breakfast at the hotel, Drive to srinagar , Arrive Srinagar Today we will do some half a day of local sightseeing that includes a visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar. Built in between a period of 14 years the two gardens are a heritage left behind by the erstwhile Mughals, whose taste for laying exquisite gardens was fascinating. With a backdrop of the sprawling Zabarwan mountains, the gardens boast of green turfs, blooming flowers and cascading water fountains. We will explore the gardens and later drive for Shankaracharya Temple situated on top of the Shankaracharya Hill in the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a height of 1,000 feet above the valley floor and overlooks the city of Srinagar. Dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 7 : Srinagar to DoodhPatri: (Day Trip)

After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards The name “doodpathri” means Valley of Milk. It is said that the famous saint of Kashmir Sheikh ul Aalam Sheikh Noor din Noorani has prayed here and once when he was in search of water in the meadows,to offer prayers, he pricked the ground with his stick to search for water and milk came out. He asked the milk that you can only be used for drinking and not performing ablution.Hearing this milk at once changed its state to water and the meadow got its name Doodpathri.The water which is at present flowing through the meadows has a milky appearance from the distance and remains very cold throughout the year.The lush green grasses over the vast meadows and silver shining streams running over the large stones further increase its beauty. Doodhpathri is sloping grassy landscapes with a diversity of multicolored flowers up to Chang. The famous Tosamaidanlies in the west of Doodpathri. Doodhpathri lies in a bowl shaped valley in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, at an altitude of 2,730 m (8,957 ft) above sea level. It is an alpine valley covered with snow clad mountains and the meadows of Pine Fir and Deodar. The natural meadows, which are covered with snow in winter, allow the growth of wild flowers such as daisies, forget-me-nots and butter cups during spring and summer .hotel for our overnight stay.

Day 8 :  Departure transfer to Airport

After a late morning breakfast, we will drive to the airport for your flight home. On your way to the airport you can make a brief stopover for some last minute shopping in the city center. At the airport the driver will assist you with your luggage screening and drop you at outside the terminal gate.

Special Note: Hotels in any Seasonal hill Station / weekend destination in Srinagar) follow dynamic pricing method – the price may vary from month to month, day to day, depending on the festivals, functions, events, long weekends, occasions and market demand. The above mentioned rates are for your reference – however, the same may change at the time of booking. Request you to re-check the availability and the prevailing rates at the time of actual booking

Day 1 : Jammu – Katra (50 kms / 2 hours)

On your arrival at the Jammu Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative or Driver who will assist and escort you to your waiting vehicle. we start a scenic drive from Jammu Airport towards Katra, Katra or Katra Vaishno Devi, as it is popularly known, is a small town in Reasi district in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India, situated in the foothills of the Trikuta mountains, where the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi is located. In the evening arrive and Check into the hotel. Overnight stay will in Katra. You can also proceed to Mata Vaishnodevi shrine in the night.

Day 2 : In Katra (Visit Mata Vaishnodevi Temple)

After Breakfast, proceed for Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan – one of the most popular pilgrimage of India situated in the lap of Trikuta mountains across Katra town, at an altitude of around 5200 feet.

Yatra involves a trek of nearly 14 Kms from base camp at Katra known as Ban Ganga. Alternate way to perform darshans is by battery operated cars, Ponies/Palkis/ Helicopter. If time permits, visit Ardhkuwari & Bhairo Temple, now you can go by ropeway from Vaishno Devi Bhavan to Bhairon temple. After visiting the temples, return back to the hotel in Katra and relax for an overnight stay.

Day 3 : Katra – Patnitop (60 kms / 2 ½ hours)

After breakfast check out from Katra and drive to Patnitop, the only hill station of Jammu district. On arrival, check into your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore the nearby areas on foot or pony back (on direct payment). Dinner & overnight stay will be in the hotel. 

Day 4 :  Patnitop – Pahalgam (160 kms / 5 hours)

Today after breakfast, check out from Katra and proceed for Pahalgam. On arrival at Pahalgam, check in to your hotel. Evening is free for leisure activities.  Overnight stay will at the hotel in Pahalgam.

Day 5 : In Pahalgam

After breakfast at the hotel, you can opt to spend your day of sightseeing by driving to the picturesque Betab valley & Aru Valley respectively.

Betaab valley is a gorgeous expanse by the Lidder river, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas. Its landscape looks picture-perfect with a carpet of emerald green interrupted by a river flowing through it and the snow-clad mountains in the background. It is covered by a thick forest of deodar and pine trees and is dotted with colourful flowers. The valley also serves as a base camp for trekkers and is a good place to start a further exploration of the mountains. Betaab Valley gained prominence after the Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh starrer film, Betaab, was shot here in 1983. Thus, the valley was named after the hit film. The valley falls on the way to the famed Amarnath temple yatra and is one of the three stunning valleys of Pahalgam

Aru Valley is a famous tourist place in Jammu & Kashmir located in the Anantnag district around 12 kilometers from Pahalgam. Tourists are attracted towards it because of its lush meadows, pristine lakes & mountains, and it also serves as a base camp for trekking to the Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake.

Rest of the day will be at leisure for individual activities ( All activities Cost Own ). Dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 6 : Pahalgam to Gulmarg: (140 kilometers /4 hrs drive)

After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. We arrive at a small picturesue market town of Tangmarg and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. We arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon.

In Gulmarg we will board the Gondola cable car system, and ascend towards the Mountain range. The 04-05 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the peak. From here you can click lots of photos (Own Cost) of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley. We descend back to Gulmarg base after an hour or so and Post this tiring day, Check in hotel overnight stay.

Gulmarg Gondola Ticket – www.jammukashmircablecar.com

Note :- Also note that for local movement guest has to either hire the pony or local vehicle on direct payment basis, the vehicle used in the itinerary only drops the guest in Gulmarg hotel.

Day 7 : In Gulmarg to Srinagar (Afternoon Local Sightseeing)

After breakfast at the hotel, Drive to srinagar , Arrive Srinagar Today we will do some half a day of local sightseeing that includes a visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar. Built in between a period of 14 years the two gardens are a heritage left behind by the erstwhile Mughals, whose taste for laying exquisite gardens was fascinating. With a backdrop of the sprawling Zabarwan mountains, the gardens boast of green turfs, blooming flowers and cascading water fountains. We will explore the gardens and later drive for Shankaracharya Temple situated on top of the Shankaracharya Hill in the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a height of 1,000 feet above the valley floor and overlooks the city of Srinagar. Arrive welcome and show you to your hotel. After you check-in and freshen up, Dinner And Overnight at Hotel

Day 8 : Departure transfer to Airport

After a late morning breakfast, we will drive to the airport for your flight home. On your way to the airport you can make a brief stopover for some last minute shopping in the city center. At the airport the driver will assist you with your luggage screening and drop you at outside the terminal gate.

Special Note: Hotels in any Seasonal hill Station / weekend destination in Srinagar) follow dynamic pricing method – the price may vary from month to month, day to day, depending on the festivals, functions, events, long weekends, occasions and market demand. The above mentioned rates are for your reference – however, the same may change at the time of booking. Request you to re-check the availability and the prevailing rates at the time of actual booking.