Kashmir Exploration

Your wonderful India trip will start upon your flight arrives at Srinagar, which is called the "Kashmiri Venice". Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to the Houseboat or hotel for one night stay. Following a short break, we will visit the Shankaracharya Temple and the Mughal Gardens including Nishat (Garden of Pleasure), Shalimar (Adobe of Love) and Chashme Shahi (Royal Spring). In the early evening, we will visit the handicraft and handloom centers for its popular products. (D)

Following breakfast at the hotel, we will drive about 60kms to Gulmarg (Meadows of Flower), which has an altitude of 2730 m above sea level. Gulmarg has been endowed with a lot of highest, among which the highest green Golf Course in the world attracts many visitors. In the winter season from December to early February, Gulmarg is blanketed by snow and it is a fabulous spot to ski and enjoy the beautiful scenery. You will have a brief city tour in the afternoon. (B+L+D)

Breakfast is served at the hotel. You will have the whole day free to explore the city at leisure on your own. You may take a visit to the enchanting Alpather Lake, which is just 13kms away from Gulmarg. (B)

Today we will get up early to drive for 160kms to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds). Although the transfer between the two cities takes about 5 hours, you won't feel boring as we will visit the Saffron fields of Pampore, the Avantipur ruins and the 1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Avantiwareman on the way. In addition, we will encounter some picturesque views, such as the dense pine forest, paddy fields, authentic rural scenery and so on. Being ringed with mountains, Pahalgam lies in a valley with breathtaking views to travelers. After having a short rest at the hotel, we will have a walk around the town and enjoy the views at leisure in the afternoon. You can also pay extra cost to ride a horse. (B+L+D)

You will have the whole day's sightseeing by your own arrangement. There are many places of interests can be covered in a day trekking. Alternatively, you can choose a horse or pony ride to make your exploration easier. (B)

Following breakfast, we will drive for 96kms back to Srinagar and check in at the Houseboat or hotel for two nights stay. You will have some free time to do some shopping. In the late afternoon, we will guide you to visit the Dal Lake. You can enjoy the charming scenery of its waterways and also the floating vegetable market in a traditional Shikara boat. (B+D)

After having a big breakfast, we set out for an excursion to Sonmarg. The one way transfer is 190kms and takes about 6 hours. There are many beautiful things to see along the way. The verdant green valleys, glaciers, lakes and mountains covering by snow all year round make Sonmarg an ideal destination. We will return to Srinagar in the evening. (B+L+D)

This morning, we will visit the old Srinagar city. Afterwards, we will see you off at the airport for your onward flight. Our service ends here. We are happy to make other tour arrangements or hotel bookings if you need. (B)