Kashmir

On your arrival at the Srinagar International Airport, you will be taken for a 35 minutes drive through the heart of New Srinagar city, passing the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jhelum River.

Check Inn in the pre booked lovely hotel.

Evening is free for exploring on your own. If time allows you can go for Shikara ride in Dal Lake.

Overnight stay in Srinagar.

After breakfast full day excursion of Sonmarg which is one of the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. Sonmarg is at 98 kms from Srinagar. We will take about 3 hours to reach Sonmarg. Sonmarg is the last stop of Kashmir. From here starts the territory of Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743 m above sea level, Sonmarg is absolutely true to its name, which means 'Meadow of Gold'. The moment you enter Sonmarg, the first thing that you will notice will be the snow-covered mountain that forms the backdrop of the town. Covered with alpine trees from all sides, Sonmarg has few of the loveliest flower collection in Jammu and Kashmir. You may take a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Return to Srinagar by the evening for overnight stay.

After breakfast checkout from hotel proceed to Gulmarg. Gulmarg is one of the most beautiful resorts in the valley. It is at 52kms from Srinagar. Gulmarg has been a resort for the kings like Yousuf  Shah Chak and Jahangir who used to visit frequently. Gulmarg boasts Asia's highest and longest cable car project, the Gulmarg Gondola. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of nearby Afarwat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft). You can also try skiing on your own (In winters). Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and also has highest golf course in the world with 18 holes. Later in the evening return back to Hotel dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar hotel.

After morning breakfast and enjoying the scenery drive to Nainital-Lake City

After breakfast, pack your bags and check out from the hotel. We will begin our trip towards Pahalgam and drive on the National Highway 1A. This road connects the Valley to the rest of the country. We drive past the saffron fields of Pampore, the marvelous ruins of Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. You can even sample a few exotic breads sold by vendors near the road. We switch the the national highway at Khanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag. From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder River flowing from the opposite direction. On arriving Pahalgam, we check in at the hotel and later do some nature walks to unwind ourselves. Later have dinner at the hotel.
 

After breakfast pack your bags and checkout from hotel. Now we head for half day of sightseeing by driving to the picturesque Chandanwari and Betaab valley or Aru Valley or ride by horseback across the wildlife sanctuary towards Baisaran meadows. After your return from the beautiful meadows, you we'll continue our drive to Gulmarg. In Gulmarg you will check in at the hotel and later have your dinner before going for a relaxed sleep.
Later return back to Srinagar.

After Breakfast you leave for day trip to local Srinagar sightseeing. local sightseeing that includes a visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat garden, Shalimar garden, Chashmashahi, Parimahal, also visit Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden Asia’s largest tulip garden hat will remain open for 01 month only. We will explore the gardens and later do some shopping in the local market.

Later drive to the Hotel/House Boat. Dinner and Overnight stay at Srinagar Hotel/House Boat.

After a late morning breakfast, pack your bags & check out from the hotel. We will drive to the airport for your flight home with wonderful memories. (Breakfast)

Note: - Above Itinerary is just indicative, do not consider it as a Final Schedule. It can be changed or swapped or rerouted.

Date & Time of Tours can be changed by Local Agent / Tour Operator.

Any Driving distance mentioned in the itinerary is tentative, actual time may vary depending on traffic condition and various other factors beyond our control.