Seasonal Package of Kashmir 4N/5D
Known as ‘Paradise on Earth’, Jammu and Kashmir is one of India’s most favoured tourist destinations. The state is popular for its picturesque beauty, the pashmina shawls and the many blue lakes that dot the Himalayan terrain here.
Trip Highlights
- Awantipura Ruins
- Gulmarg
- Nanga Parbat
- Dal Lake
Itinerary
After arrival meet our representatives & proceed to Pahalgam (The valley of Shepherds)[Total Distance is about 96 kms] will be covered in about 3 hours. En-route, visiting the saffron fields of pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantivarman) and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Drive through the Pine Forests. Arrive at Pahalgam and enjoy Lidder Stream. You can take Pony Ride to Baisaran, Mini Switzerland and Waterfall. Later walk along the Pony trails with a magnificent view of the mountains. Overnight in the hotel.
After Breakfast enjoy the day at the “Valley of Shepherds”. In Pahalgam enjoy the nature and admire the beauty of this quiet place and be in AWE!! of the serene surroundings. One can also enjoy a Cab ride to nearby places like Aru Valley, Betab Valley, Chandanwadi (on a direct hire basis) or if you are an avid nature lover you may take pleasure in a peaceful walk along the River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also and it is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Later drive to Srinagar. Overnight in Hotel
Morning proceed for Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 meters above the sea level. The distance of 60 kms will be covered in about 2 hours. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski Slopes in the world and highest Gold Course with 18 holes. If weather permits one can also have the view of Nanga Parbat (the naked mountain that is over 26,000 feet and dominates the entire region) also enjoy Cable Car (Gondola) for mountain ride upto Khilangmarg. In the evening drive back to Srinagar. Overnight in Hotel.
Morning sightseeing of Mughal Gardens (Nishat Bagh built by Asaf Khan, the brother-in-law of Jehangir in1632 AD)(Shalimar Bagh built by Jehangir for his wife empress Nur Jahan)(Cheshma Shahi Garden, Pari Mahal, Old City Hazrat Bal Shrine). All the gardens are situated on the banks of the Dal Lake with Zabarwan Hills in the background. Afternoon will be at Leisure for Individual Activities. In the Evening you will take a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake, where you visit the floating vegetable gardens. While riding the Shikara there are plenty of opportunities of Bird Watching species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc. Dinner and overnight in Houseboat.
After Breakfast transfer to Srinagar Airport
Includes/Excludes
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 4 Nights
- Breakfast, Dinner included everywhere
- Transport services as per the itinerary
- Pick up & Drop - Srinagar Airport
- All Toll Taxes/Driver's Allowance
- Parking Charge
- 1 Hour Shikra Ride in a famous Dal Lake
Exclusions
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone & table drinks etc
- Internal Airfare
- Garden Entrance fee Rs20-50 per Person/per Garden
- Pony Ride in Gulmarg/Pahalgam/Sonamarg Rs 850-1500 depend on place
- Cable Car rides in Gulmarg. Phase 1 Rs 750 & Phase 2 Rs 950
- Trip to Chandanwari, Beetab Valley & Aru in Pahalgam( Rs 850-1000 per place depends on cab hiring)
- 5% GST