Best of Kashmir

08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS KASHMIR TOUR

DAY 01                             ARRIVE – SRINAGAR + LOCAL SIGHSTEEING 

Arrive Srinagar Airport. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel. Later, visit Mughal Garden "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.  After lunch, in second half day Visit Shankaracharya Temple. Evening, enjoy 01 Hour Boat Ride on Dal Lake by a gondola Boat called ”SHIKARA” witness the ride on lake, called Venice of India & experience the aquatic life of Srinagar. Also see the scenic extravaganza of the Kashmir and enjoy the profusion of colors in the Paradise on Earth. While returning visit to the local crafts market and see the fine carved hand-made articles from Paper Machie & wood of a walnut. Overnight at the Houseboat

DAY 02                             SRINAGAR – PAHALGAM

Transfers from Srinagar to Pahalgam called as “Valley of Shepherds”. Enjoy this mesmerizing drive through the scenic trails that connects Srinagar and Pahalgam. While en route, you might even get the opportunity to visit the saffron fields around. This spot is among one of the popular hill stations in India, and there is more than one reason for that. Also known as the Valley of Shepherds, Pahalgam will surprise you with its old world charm. Upon arrival at Pahalgam valley, you can check in at hotel, freshen up & leave for sightseeing to explore surrounding places & amazing market place of Pahalgam. 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. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.

DAY 03                             PAHALGAM

In Pahalgam. Day free to explore surrounding on own. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 04                             PAHALGAM – GULMARG 

After breakfast, explore more of Pahalgam. Check out in evening & transfer towards Gulmarg, called as “Meadow of Flowers” Gulmarg is 150 Kms from Pahalgam at an altitude of 8700-ft. Gulmarg also referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort & the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course. The place was prominent during the British time. Enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a Cable Car Ride – OPTIONAL (Gondola) Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 05                             GULMARG

In Gulmarg. Day free to explore surrounding on own. Overnight stay at hotel

DAY 06                             GULMARG – SRNAGAR 

Transfers from Gulmarg to Srinagar. Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 07                             SRINAGAR – SONAMARG – SRINAGAR 

After breakfast leave with full day excursion for Sonamarg. Situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonamarg – 84 Kms is also called as “The meadow of gold” has, as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River that meanders through the valley abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer. Return for Dinner & overnight stay at HB / Hotel

DAY 08                  SRINAGAR – DOODH PATHRI – SRINAGAR 

After breakfast leave with full day excursion for Doodhpathri or “Valley of Milk”, situated 40 kms from Srinagar is definitely an unexplored place in Kashmir. The beautiful and enchanting place, the green meadows, pristine environment and serenity. A river cascading down the pebbles is a walk of 5 minutes from the parking. The place is quite secluded, you can rent a tent and set up a camping station. The best thing to enjoy here is the ride on horses to the bottom of snow covered mountains and trekking. Return for Dinner & overnight stay at HB / Hotel.

DAY 09                             DEPARTURES 

Departure at Srinagar Airport to connect the flight for onwards destination. TOUR ENDS WITH SWEET MEMORIES!

The Above Cost Includes:-

08 Nights accommodation on Twin Sharing / MAP Basis on the above mentioned Hotels / HB.

01 NAC Etios/Dzire (02 Pax) NAC Ertiga/Tavera (04-07 Pax) & 01 Tempo Traveler (08-12 Pax) for Arrival & Departure from Srinagar International Airport to Hotel / HB & vice versa

01 NAC Etios/Dzire (02 Pax) NAC Ertiga/Tavera (04-07 Pax) & 01 Tempo Traveler (08-12 Pax) for all sightseeing & transfers as per package itinerary

01 Hour Boat (Shikara) Ride on Dal Lake – Srinagar (04 Person to 01 Boat)

Welcome drink on arrival

All applicable taxes