Srinagar
Description
Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is a city of timeless beauty set against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas. Famous for its serene Dal Lake and charming shikara rides, Srinagar enchants visitors with its floating gardens, vibrant houseboats, and colorful Mughal gardens. The city is also home to centuries-old shrines, bustling bazaars, and the ever-changing beauty of Chinar trees. With its blend of natural splendor and rich cultural heritage, Srinagar offers a unique experience that captures the very essence of Kashmir.
| 4N/5D |
What to Expect
Meals, Sightseeing,Houseboat, Transfers
Day 1 - Arrival Srinagar airport + Local City Tour
On arrival at Srinagar airport. Our representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. Being your tour of 'Exotic Kashmir .After rest leave for sightseeing tour of Mughal Gardens visiting Cheshma Shahi (the royal spring ),Nishat (the garden of pleasure ) ,Shalimar (the abode of love) , & famous Shankaracharya temple, Dargah Hazratbal. Dinner & overnight in Hotel.
Day 2 - Srinagar –Sonmarg - Srinagar
After breakfast leave the Hotel for a full day tour of Sonamarg (Meadows of Gold), it has sheer scenic splendour. The very way-a metalled road snakes through massive mountains laden with forests and firs. After a breath-taking journey from Srinagar you come across River Sindh that is abounded with trout & Mahseer. Onwards the valley opens up to a meadow. Ponies can be hired for a trip up to Thajiwas glacier, a major attraction during the summer months. Sonamarg's importance lies in the fact that it is the last halt on the Kashmir side for the drive from Srinagar to Leh. You will be fascinated to see Snowy Mountains against a cerulean sky against its backdrop. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 3 - Srinagar – Gulmarg - Srinagar
After breakfast check out from the Hotel & proceed to Gulmarg also known as “Meadow Of Flowers “ & has a famous Golf course during summer (which is one if the highest 18-holes golf courses in the world) & Ski Resort during winter. One can have a gondola (cable car) ride from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg(at their own cost) to have a real view of the natural beauty of the summer and full snow view in winter. You can have a pony ride in the open fields to seven springs (at your own cost) and to a lake, which remains frozen until June. Dinner & overnight in Srinagar.
Day 4 - Srinagar – Doodhpathri- Srinagar
Doodhpathri, valley of milk, located in Budgam district, lies in a bowl shaped valley in Pir Panjal Range. It’s an alpine valley covered with snow-clad mountains. After some quiet and peaceful time at Doodhpathri, be back to Srinagar for overnight stay at Srinagar.
Day 5 - Pahalgam
After breakfast check –out from the hotel & proceed to pahalgam”VILLAGE OF SHEPHERDS “ enroute visiting the world famous Saffron growing fields , Awantipura ruins (9th century ). Pahalgam is famous for the Indian film industry, some trekking routes & also a base camp for Amarnath pilgrimage. Dinner & overnight in a hotel.
Day 6 - Departure
After breakfast check out & Proceed to Srinagar airport for onward destination.