Kashmir famous for its mesmerizing beauty and the stunning lakes is the most revered tourist destination. Kashmir Holidays offers a halt at Sonamarg where adventure buffs have the opportunity to stay at the base camp while trekking. Known as ‘Valley of Shepherds’, Pahalgam Tourism lets you enjoy a panoramic view with steep hills and lush green surroundings. Gulmarg Tourism includes some sports activities like golf and skiing to excite the tourists. Thus, beauty continues to enchant the tourists with Kashmir Tourism offering the tour of land of Lakes, Srinagar Tourism takes you around the famous for Dal Lake and Mughal Gardens and Sankaracharya’s temple. Thus, Kashmir is the best place to escape the summers of the city.
Itinerary (Srinagar - Pahalgam - Gulmarg)
Day 1: Arrival Srinagar
Arrive by flight to Srinagar & transfer to hotel. Take a Shikara (gondola boat) ride across the pristine Dal Lake and enjoy the water-life of Srinagar. Visit the local crafts market and shop for unique Papier-mâché and Walnut Wood items. Stay overnight at deluxe Houseboat.
Day 2: Srinagar
Enjoy city tour of Srinagar, which includes: Mogul Garden "Nishat" (The Garden of Pleasure) and "Shalimar" (Abode of All). Also enjoy a drive along the lake side on the Boulevard can be rewarding. On your way back, shop at the local Handicrafts Emporium, where you can pick up some silk carpets, shawls and ornaments. Also visit Shankaracharya Temple in the later half of the day. Stay overnight at Houseboat.
Day 3: Srinagar - Sonamarg (100 kms)
After breakfast, check into hotel in Srinagar, followed by departure for Sonamarg. Also called 'Meadow of Gold', Sonamarg is located at 9000 ft. against snow-clad mountains, with the Sindh River rich in trout and mahseer flowing. Available on hire are ponies that can take you upto the Thajiwas Glacier, a major attraction especially during the summers. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Srinagar – Pahalgam (96 Kms/3 hrs – One Way; 7200 Feet)
Depart Srinagar for Pahalgam or the "Valley of Shepherds" and check into hotel. Pahalgam is known for the lovely trekking routes that it provides. A walk on the banks of River Lidder can be rewarding too. Pahalgam is also known as a base camp for those embarking on the Amarnath Pilgrimage. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Pahalgam
Spend day at leisure, exploring the surrounding areas of Pahalgam. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Pahalgam – Gulmarg
After breakfast, transfer to Gulmarg . Also called 'Meadow of Flowers', Gulmarg is located 53 kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ft. The place is known for its Ski Resort and the world’s highest 18-hole Golf Course. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Gulmarg
Spend day at leisure with an optional Cable Car Ride to enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Gulmarg – Srinagar
Return from Gulmarg to Srinagar and check into Deluxe Houseboat on arrival. Spend rest of the day at leisure enjoying the scenic beauty of Kashmir. Dinner and overnight stay at houseboat.
Accommodation on twin sharing for 8 Nights / 9 Days at above mentioned Hotels or similar
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Meals – Breakfast and Dinner
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NAC qualis (02- 06 Pax) Arr & Dep transfer from Apt to HB & Vice Versa
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Transfer from Srinagar – Pahalgam, Gulmarg and back to Srinagar
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Half day sightseeing tour of Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple
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Full day excursion to Sonamarg
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02 Hours Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
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Heating stoves on houseboat
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Meeting & assistance on arrival / departure by Travelguru Rep
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All applicable tax
Package excludes
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Airfare/train fare
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Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating and Gondola / joy rides
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Any other item not specified in "Cost Includes"
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Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
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Car not included for sightseeing of Aru and Chandanwari in Pahalgam
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Car will drop the client at one point at Gulmarg and then sightseeing to be managed on your own by pony or nature walks
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Guides and entrance fees
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot)
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to increase in surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure
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Please note that incase of heavy snow, clients have to take 4X4 Snow Jeep from Tangmarg (a place 12 Kms. before of Gulmarg – incase trip to Gulmarg). The supplement charges for the same is INR 1, 450/- Per Jeep for To & Fro transfers.
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Above rates are subject to availability
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Cancellation charges as per company policy
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Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
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In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
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