DURATION
6 DAYSTYPE OF TRIP
ROAD TRIPSTART CITY
SRINAGAREND CITY
SRINAGARKashmir was the heaven for Jahangir. His famous words, “Gar firdaus, ruhe zamin ast, hamin asto, hamin asto, hamin ast” (If there is ever a heaven on earth, it's here, it's here, it's here), are now the tourism signature line for the State! Kashmir is dotted with beautiful lakes, surrounded by magnificent valleys.
DAYS ITINERARY & SUMMARY
01 Arrive Srinagar
02 Srinagar - Sonamarg- Srinagar
03 Srinagar - Gulmarg
04 Gulmarg - Pahalgam
05 Pahalgam - Srinagar
06 Return Home With Memories
Arrive Srinagar
Welcome to the Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at Srinagar Airport, being your tour of Enchanting Kashmir'. Proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankracharya temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, Hazratbal Shrine. These gardens were Mughal Emperors concept of Paradise and today these are popular picnic spots. Also visit a handicraft shop where you can purchase local Hand Crafted items-Shawls, Jackets, Bed Covers, Paper Mache, Carpets & much more! In the evening leisurely stroll alongside the Dal Lake exploring the local markets. Return to the Hotel in Srinagar in the evening and enjoy comfortable overnight stay
Srinagar - Sonamarg - Srinagar
Today you embark on a full day excursion to the picturesque 'meadow of gold’ Sonamarg. Sonamarg is last stop of Kashmir district. From here starts the territory of ladhakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743m above sea level. The fast flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout and masher fishing in summer. You can opt for a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (by your own payment). Over Night stay at hotel in srinagar.
Srinagar - Gulmarg
After having Breakfast drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. The route from Srinagar to Gulmarg is fascinating. You will be mesmerized by its beauty. Gulmarg is famous all over the world for Skiing and Snowboarding. During the British Raj, Gulmarg hosted the British and Europeans and as such they created a European hill resort and named it Gulmarg. In Gulmarg you would be able to find European surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course. Enjoy Gondola Cable Car Ride world’s highest and the Asia’s longest cable car (at your own cost). Enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point. In the evening return to Hotel and enjoy comfortable overnight stay
Gulmarg - Pahalgham
After Breakfast You will be transferred to Pahalgham the 'valley of shepherds' which is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from river Lidder and Sheeshnag Lake. En route visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100 year old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman. On arrival into Pahalgam enjoy the surrounding beauty or walk to Baisaren, which is about 2 km from Pahalgam.
A small village set in pine and fir forest is pleasing and offers good view. for Aru valley, and chandanwari by car (at your own cost). Aru is small village, 11 kms upstream the Lidder River, is a beautiful locality. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine .Hajan and Beetab valley on the way to chandanwari. Night halt at Hotel in Pahalgam.
Pahalgam - Srinagar
After Breakfast drive towards Srinagar, Do on the Way Sight Seen .The route is picturesque with ample campsites. This village is the starting point for treks to the Kolahoi glacier. In Evening Return to Srinagar Houseboat and enjoy Comfortable Overnight Stay.
Departure
After breakfast transfer to Srinagar Airport to board your flight with Everlasting Memories of Kashmir.