Duration
7 Days and 6 Night
Tour type
Private Tour
Location
INDIA
Itinerary
Day 1
Srinagar 1N (225 kms / 7 hours)
Pick up from Srinagar airport and transfer to the houseboat. Check-in upon arrival and enjoy an overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 2
Srinagar – Pahalgam 2N (210 kms / 7 hours)
In the morning, enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake to take in the city's breathtaking beauty, often compared to Venice (at your own cost). You'll see some fascinating sights around the lake.
Today, visit the famous Nishat Garden, also known as the 'Garden of Pleasure,' built in 1633 by Mughal King Asif Khan. Next, explore Shalimar Garden, the 'Garden of Love,' constructed in 1619 by Mughal King Jehangir for his beloved wife Noor Jehan (Mehr-un-Nissa). Later, visit the renowned Shankaracharya Temple, situated on a mountain overlooking Dal Lake. Afterward, proceed to Pahalgam and check in at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 3
Pahalgam
After breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam sightseeing. Enjoy a Walk & Click tour of Aru Valley and a photo stop at Betaab Valley. Later, spend some time playing in the snow at Chandawari. In the evening, you'll have free time to stroll along the mall Road in Pahalgam. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Note: A union vehicle will need to be hired for local sightseeing.
Day 4
Pahalgam - Gulmarg 1N (140 kms / 4 hours)
Check out from the hotel and proceed to Gulmarg. En route, visit the Avantipur ruins and a Kashmiri cricket bat factory. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival.
Overnight stay in Gulmarg.
Day 5
Gulmarg – Srinagar 2N (60 kms – 1.30 hours)
Check out from the hotel and proceed for Gulmarg sightseeing. Gulmarg is especially beautiful after a heavy snowfall, transforming into India's premier ski resort in winter. The optional Gondola Cable Car ride offers breathtaking views, taking you to the upland meadows of Kongdori and further up to the top of the Apharwat range, reaching a height of 14,000 feet for spectacular views of the Himalayan peaks in summer and thrilling downhill skiing in winter. You can take the Gondola ride (direct payment required) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg.
Later, drive to Srinagar, check in to the hotel, and enjoy an overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 6
Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar (80 Kms – 2 to 3 hours)
Embark on a day excursion to Sonmarg, known for being one of the most beautiful drives from Srinagar. Continue to Sonmarg, located at 2,690 meters (Meadow of Gold). You can ride a horse to visit the Thajiwas Glacier, where snow remains year-round. Sonmarg is also known as the Gateway of Ladakh.
Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7
Srinagar
Check out of the hotel and transfer to Srinagar airport for your departure.
Inclusions
- 06 night’s accommodation at the hotel
- Daily Breakfast & dinner
- Shikara ride for 1 hour
- Pick up and drop from Srinagar airport.
- All transfer & sightseeing by AC Sedan / Innova (AC will not work in hilly areas)
- GST
Exclusions
- Rail/Air Fare/Travel Insurance
- Any meals other than specified and any expenditure personal kind of nature.
- Item not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Aru valley, chandanwari, betaab valley at pahalgam @ Rs. 3,000/- per Car
- Extra hotel nights due to flight cancellations, and extra expenses incurred due to mishandled luggage.
- Room Heater Charges
- Entry Fee & Guide Charges
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to an increase in the cost of surface transportation & land arrangements, may come into effect prior to the department.
NOTE: Link for Gondola tickets online book yourself (https://www.jammukashmircablecar.com/)
Overview
Tour Highlights:
Srinagar
- Shikara rides on The Dal Lake
- Nishat Garden
- Shalimar Garden
- Shankaracharya Temple
Gulmarg
- Tour of Aru valley
- Photo stop at Betaab Valley
- Playing in the snow at Chandawari
Pahalgam
- Visit Avantipur ruins and Kashmiri Cricket Bat Factory
- Gondola Ride
- Thajiwas Glacier
A customizable option is available.
Extra Information
Important Note:
- Vehicles with luggage carriers, bench seats, or bucket seats will be provided to the guest as per availability. If guests have any specific requirements, please let us know before the booking.
- Vehicle windows will be closed when the vehicle is moving.
- AC will operate only when the vehicle is moving.
- Consumption of alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited inside vehicles.
- In case of Non-availability of rooms, efforts will be made to provide similar category hotels, also in case there is any price difference for the same arising due to different category of hotel, a higher category of rooms being booked etc., that will have to be borne by the client.
- Bookings are subject to confirmation only once the full payment is deposited at least 7 days prior to departure.
- Cost is subject to change without prior notice, the travel management company shall not be held responsible for the same in any manner whatsoever.
- Cancelled bookings will be liable for full retention, if cancelled within 7 Days before departure, in case of cancellation before 7 Days, there will be 50 % of Package cost charged as retention.
- The company will not assume any liability for cancellations arising due to Natural or Man-Made disasters on or before the tour, any extra expenses arising out of such situations will have to be borne by the clients.