ENCHANTING KASHMIR TOUR
- Duration: 6 nights / 7 Days
- Destination: 3N Srinagar -2N Pahalgam -1N Houseboat
- Sightseeing Covered: Srinagar -Sonmarg - Gulmarg - Pahalgam
- Tour Start City: Srinagar Tour Ends City: Srinagar
An enchanting 6 Nights/7 Days Kashmir tour covers Srinagar's Mughal Gardens & Dal Lake (Shikara ride), day trips to Gulmarg (Gondola, snowy meadows), Pahalgam (Lidder Valley, Betaab Valley), and Sonamarg (Thajiwas Glacier), offering a perfect blend of serene lakes, snowy peaks, and lush valleys, ensuring an unforgettable experience of "Paradise on Earth" with cultural insights and adventure activities.
Srinagar:
A Srinagar trip is a journey to "Heaven on Earth," offering serene lakes (Dal, Nigeen) with iconic Shikara rides, floating markets, and unique houseboat stays, set amidst Mughal Gardens like Shalimar Bagh, with stunning Himalayan backdrops and rich Kashmiri culture. Visitors enjoy boating, exploring vibrant markets for pashmina/carpets, tasting local Wazwan cuisine (Rogan Josh, Kahwa), and experiencing seasonal beauty from spring tulips to winter snow, making it ideal for nature lovers and honeymooners.
Key Experiences:
Dal Lake & Shikara Rides: A must-do for cruising past floating gardens, markets, and houseboats.
Mughal Gardens: Explore Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi for stunning terraced landscapes.
Local Markets: Shop for spices, dry fruits, Kashmiri shawls, and carpets at Lal Chowk.
Culinary Delights: Savor authentic Wazwan, Rogan Josh, and Kashmiri Kahwa tea.
Festivals & Seasons: Visit during spring for the Tulip Festival or winter for snow.
Pahalgam
A Pahalgam trip is a stunning journey to Kashmir's "Valley of Shepherds," offering breathtaking Himalayan views, lush meadows (like Baisaran, Aru, Betaab Valleys), and the gurgling Lidder River, ideal for adventure (trekking, rafting, fishing) or peaceful nature walks, spiritual journeys (Amarnath Yatra base), and cinematic landscapes, with pony rides, golf, and winter sports as popular activities.
Key Highlights
Scenery: Verdant forests, meadows, gurgling rivers (Lidder), snow-capped peaks.
Adventure: Trekking (to Kolahoi Glacier, Aru Valley), river rafting, skiing, camping, trout fishing, zorbing.
Attraction: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Baisaran (Mini Switzerland), Mamaleshwar Temple, Sheshnag Lake
Pilgrimage: Base for the Amarnath Yatra (Chandanwari).
Gulmarg:
A Gulmarg trip is a Himalayan escape to the 'Meadow of Flowers,' famous for breathtaking views, skiing, and the iconic Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak, offering snowy adventures in winter and lush greenery in summer, plus cultural spots like St. Mary's Church and Maharani Temple.
Key Highlights:
Gulmarg Gondola: Ride Asia's highest cable car for panoramic valley views, reaching Kongdori (Phase 1) and Apharwat Peak (Phase 2) for snow activities.
Winter Sports: World-class skiing and snowboarding on slopes suitable for all levels.
Summer Activities: Lush meadows, golf at the world's highest golf course, trekking to Alpather Lake, and nature walks.
Sonmarg:
A Sonmarg trip is a scenic Kashmir journey to the 'Meadow of Gold,' featuring snow-capped peaks, green valleys, and the Sindh River, offering summer trekking to Thajiwas Glacier(snow activities, ponies) and winter skiing/camping, with adventure options like rafting, fishing, and gateway access to Zoji La Pass for Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, best visited May-October for lushness, or winter for snow sports.
Key Highlights:
Scenery: Majestic Himalayan backdrop, fir/pine forests, vibrant meadows (spring/summer), golden hues (autumn).
River: The Sindh River flows through, offering fishing (trout) and rafting.
Activities & Attractions:
Thajiwas Glacier: Accessible by pony or snowmobile (winter), offering snow play and views.
Trekking: Trails lead to high-altitude lakes like Vishansar, Krishansar, Gangabal, & Gadsar.
Winter Sports: Skiing, snowboarding, and snow biking in winter.
Zoji La Pass: Gateway to Ladakh, a significant nearby excursion.
Best Time to Visit:
May - October (Summer/Autumn): Ideal for lush meadows, flowers, trekking, sightseeing (Temperatures 10°C-25°C).
November - April (Winter): Heavy snow, transforms into a winter wonderland for skiing & snow adventures, road access may be limited.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 01: Srinagar local sightseeing
On Arrival Srinagar Airport pick up ad drop at Srinagar Hotel after Check In leaving from Srinagar Local sightseeing the famous Lake City. Being your tour of 'Exotic Kashmir .Tour of Mughal Gardens visiting Cheshma-Shahi (The royal spring),Nishant ( The garden of Pleasure), Shalimar( The above of love) & overnight stay at Hotel .
Day 02: Srinagar-Sonmarg - (85 kms one way) – Srinagar –Day Trip
After breakfast and leave for full day excursion tour of Sonmarg (9000 fts a.s.l) the. “The Golden Meadow “. Sonmarg is the beginning of the enchanted journey into a natural wonder and Surrounded by mountains up to 5300 meters high the valley is divided by a spur of the “Thajiwas Range “. Return back to Srinagar chk-in at Srinagar hotel. Dinner & overnight in Hotel
Day 03: Srinagar –Gulmarg- (60 kms one way) – Srinagar – Day Trip
After Breakfast proceed for Full Day Gulmarg Excursion Tour.Gulmarg is also known as “Meadow Of Flowers “ & has a famous Golf course during summer (which is one if the highest 18-holes golf course in the world). The day you can visit famous temple of Shiv by walk. One can go for Gondola ride (cable car), Khilanmarg , Kongdoori , Alpather Lake , Seven Springs & Aparwat ( at your own cost) . Evening drive back to Srinagar. Dinner & Overnight at hotel
Day 04: Srinagar –Pahalgam-(96 kms / 03 Hrs )
After Breakfast check-out from Hotel and drive to Pahalgam. Pahalgam is”VILLAGE OF SHEPHERDS on Arrival Check-in at Hotel. Afternoon one can go for Horse riding (at own Cast) Evening Back to Hotel Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Pahalgam –Sightseeing (96 kms / 03 Hrs)
Today morning after the breakfast Leaves For Pahalgam Sightseeing one can go for Betaab Valley ,Chandanwari & Aru By Union Taxi on Direct Payment Basis (at own Cast ) Evening Back to Hotel & Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel .
Day 06: Pahalgam - Srinagar – (96 kms / 3 Hrs)
Today morning after the breakfast leaves for Pahalgam to Srinagar After reaches Srinagar one can go Shopping & Late take 01 Hour Shikara Ride. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Srinagar Airport Drop
After breakfast Chk-out from hotel and proceed to Airport for your Onwards Journey
End of Tour.
- 6 night’s accommodation on Twin Sharing basis.
- 6 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners at Hotel & Houseboat.
- Pick-up and drop from Srinagar Airport
- Day trip to Gulmarg & Sonmarg.
- All Sightseeing Tour as per itinerary.
- 01 Hrs Shikara Ride on Dal Lake.
- All Transportation by non A/c Pvt Car / Tempo as per Plan.
- All toll Tax, Parking, and State Tax and Driver allowance.
- Inclusive all Hotel Taxes.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone & table Drinks etc.
- Internal Airfare.
- Garden entrance fee Rs 20 -50 per person per garden.
- Pony Ride in Gulmarg/Pahalgam/ Sonamarg Rs. 850 – 1500 depend on place
- Cable Car rides in Gulmarg Phase -1 –Rs.810.PP & Phase -2 –Rs.1010.PP
- Day Excursion to Chandanwari, Beetab Valley & Aru Valley in Pahalgam – Rs.850-1000. Per Point Depend on Cab you Hire.
- Local Taxi from Zero point in Sonamarg. Rs. 3500 – 4000 depends on cab you hire.
- Above given rates are subject to change as per tourism department.
- Chain jeep in case of snow in Gulmarg 800/- per head( In Winter Season)
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