Magical Kashmir (5N6D)
Inclusions:
-🧳 Pick up and drop from at Srinagar Airport
-🏨 3 Nights stay in a hotel in Srinagar and 1 night stay at pahalgam
-🛳️ 1 Night stay in a traditional houseboat on Dal Lake/Nigeen Lake
-🍽️ Daily breakfast and dinner (5 Breakfasts + 5 Dinners)
-🚗 All transfers and sightseeing by private cab
-🚤 Shikara ride on Dal Lake
-🌄 Sightseeing tours to Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonmarg
Exclusions:
– 🛫 Airfare or train tickets to and from Srinagar
– 🎫 Entry fees to monuments, parks, Gondola ride, pony rides, rafting, or any other activities
– 🍔 Lunches, snacks, and beverages not mentioned
– 🧳 Personal expenses like laundry, tips, phone calls, room service, etc.
– 🚑 Travel insurance, medical expenses, or emergency evacuation
– ❄️ Costs arising due to natural calamities, roadblocks, political disturbances, or anything beyond our control
Details
Upon arrival at Srinagar Airport, our representative will meet and assist you with a transfer to your hotel. After checking in and freshening up, you'll embark on a local sightseeing tour of Srinagar, including visits to the famous Mughal Gardens: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Enjoy views of the Zabarwan Hills and the calm waters of Dal Lake. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, you’ll head out for a full-day excursion to Sonmarg, known as the “Meadow of Gold.” Explore this breathtaking valley and take an optional pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier, which remains snow-covered almost all year round. In the evening, return to Srinagar for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Today, post breakfast, you’ll drive to Gulmarg, one of Kashmir’s most beautiful destinations. Famed for its ski resorts and the world’s highest golf course, Gulmarg also offers the option to ride the Gondola up to Phase 1 or 2 for incredible mountain views. After a day filled with scenic beauty and optional adventures, you’ll return to Srinagar for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, begin your day with a picturesque drive towards Pahalgam, famously known as the "Valley of Shepherds." On the way, you’ll pass through Pulwama and Pampore, renowned for their vibrant saffron fields—if you're traveling during the blooming season (October-November), you’ll witness the stunning purple flowers stretching across the land.
As you continue your journey, you’ll also pass by the apple orchards of Anantnag, especially beautiful from late summer to early autumn when the trees are heavy with red and golden apples. If in season, you may even stop at a local orchard to taste or buy fresh apples straight from the farm.
Once in Pahalgam, enjoy the tranquil ambiance of this charming town nestled along the Lidder River. You can also explore the nearby Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, or Chandanwari (optional, at your own cost), all of which are surrounded by pine forests and snow-capped mountains.
After a full day of sightseeing and nature, Then dinner and an overnight stay at the Pahalgam
Today, you’ll check out from your hotel and transfer to a beautiful houseboat on Dal Lake. After settling in, enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on the lake, passing floating gardens, shops, and the Mughal architecture that surrounds the lake. Soak in the peaceful vibes and enjoy a traditional dinner before spending the night on the houseboat.
After breakfast on the houseboat, it’s time to say goodbye to the paradise that is Kashmir. You’ll be transferred to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories and the serenity of the mountains.