10 DAYS – 9 NIGHTS BEST OF KASHMIR TOUR

Day 1:- Srinagar 

Arrive Srinagar the summer capital of Kashmir situated at 5200 ft above sea level in the Himalayan Mountains, on arrival at Srinagar airport meet and transfer to Deluxe Houseboats, which are anchored on famous Dal Lake, After noon: Shikara cruise on Dal lake in Shikara (local Gondola) visiting Floating gardens, lotus gardens, vegetable gardens (Summer) back waters of the lake and cruise will go through canals, Dinner & overnight stay in  Houseboat.

Day 2:- Srinagar ( Local sightseeing) 

After breakfast visit  famous Mughal Gardens built by Mughal Emperors during their rule of Kashmir First visit Nishat(Garden of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jahangir in 1632 AD overlooking the crystal clear Emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar (Garden of Love) built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir for his wife Empress Nur Jehan. During spring until autumn these gardens are full of flowers   Also visit Srinagar city  of historical Jamia Masjid built during 13thcentury by sultan Skinder with its four pagoda type minimarts, central Asian and Chinese architect, later take a heritage walk around the spice bazaar dinner and overnight stay in houseboat

 Day 3:  Srinagar / Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds)  

After breakfast drive  to Pahalgam  96 Kms  one way The drive through Pine Mountains and cascading Lidder river and idyllic resort for relaxation. The Lidder river offers an excellent opportunity for trout fishing. Enroute visit Pampore Saffron fields, Anantnag town, the second largest town of Kashmir. The walk through Anantnag town will be very interesting one, going through small lanes and witnessing Kashmiri countryside life, visit Mattan Holy fish temple, continue drive along Lidder river and 45 kms is breathtaking views all around, Rafting Point sightseeing, stop at many beautiful spots for photo shoot, drive through apple orchards and continue to drive to Pahalgam is known for take off point for treks in the surrounding Himalayan Mountains. Arrive Pahalgam check in hotel freshen up and enjoy the beautiful sceneries all around, ,Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam resort Hotel

Day 4: Pahalgam around 45 kms 

After breakfast, enjoy trip to Betaab valley  and Aru valley by a local Jeep famous for Indian Bollywood. Afternoon  enjoy ( optional ) pony ride to Baisaran kashmir  valley  OR around the Pahalgam. overnight stay in a hotel .

 Day 5: Pahalgam -– Gulmarg 

 After breakfast, drive  150 km to Gulmarg  ("Meadow of Flowers'') . Here you will witness the beauty of Nature surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll’s village. Stop at Tangmarg village for Tea/ coffee / washroom ( on your own) . Then proceed to Gulmarg 13kms through pine forests.   On reaching  check in hotel  overnight stay

Day 6:- Gulmarg-( OWN ACTIVITES) 

After breakfast  enjoy ( Optional)  1st phase  Gondola ride  ( Cable Car) from 8800ft to 10200ft  Kongdoori point high above the meadows and snow covered slopes of Apherwat  mountain  ,SLEDGE RIDE, PONY RIDE   ( ON YOUR OWN EXPENSES )   dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

 Day 7:- Gulmarg- Sonmarg

 After breakfast, enjoy the surrounding snow capped mountain and later drive to drive to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold) .Sonmarg which goes along the Sindh River.  It is also known as the Sindh Valley Tour. The drive is very spectacular with beautiful scenery. Enroute stop for wonderful pictures of snow capped mountains from Gagangir till Sonmarg  the view is fantastic . Once you reach Sonmarg you will feel like you are in the Swiss Alps. The meadows of Sonmarg have a spectacular beauty from the strewn with the loveliest of Alpine flowers, lots of fir and pine and silver birch trees.  Later drive back to Srinagar, overnight stay in hotel

Day 8:- Sonmarg – Srinagar

 After breakfast, ( Optional) pony ride to Thajwas glacier.   Afternoon drive to Srinagar, enjoy , check in hotel free and easy dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat .

Day 9:-- Srinagar  – Doodhpathri- Srinagar

After breakfast, drive to Doodhpathri .Dhoodhpathari or “Valley of Milk”, situated 42 Kms from Srinagar is definitely included in the list of unexplored places in Kashmir. It is located in Budgam district of Jammu & Kashmir. Doodhpathri welcomes you with open arms. You will certainly love the green meadows, beautiful river, pristine environment and serenity. It will at most take about an hour from Srinagar. Later drive back to Srinagar, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. 

Day 10:- Departure

 After breakfast ,  transfer to Srinagar airport as per your flight timing for a spectacular mountain flight to Delhi, for onward journey to your  sweet home  with all sweet memories of your tour. 

For Tours

• 7 days before Start of the tour No Charge
• 3 Days before start of the tour 50 % of the amount will be refunded. 
• Cancellation 48 hours or lesser no refund. 
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable 

For Transfers

• 24 Hours  before Start of the transfer.  
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable