Best Of Kashmir

Welcome to Srinagar airport and proceed to your hotel. In evening enjoy the Shikara Ride in Dal Lake visiting floating gardens and Charchinari (The Golden Island) - an island in the Dal Lake which is known for its 4 majestic Chinar trees. Here you can photograph yourself in traditional Kashmiri outfits on your own.

After little rest visit Moghul Gardens - the Nishat Bagh- the garden of pleasure and Shalimar Bagh- abode of love, Pari Mahal, Jamia Masjid, Shah Hamdan Mosque, Shankar Acharya Temple.

Overnight stay at Srinagar.

Day 02: Srinagar to Doodhpathri Day Trip (02 hrs / 45 kms one way)

After breakfast leave for Doodhpathri, valley of milk, located in Budgam district, lies in 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 hotel.

Day 03: Srinagar to Yousmarg Day Trip (02 hrs / 50 kms one way)

After breakfast today you will drive to Yousmarg. Yousmarg is one of the captivating meadows of Kashmir, situated at an elevation of 7,500 feet above sea-level. Yousmarg is not just a meadow but a cluster of meadows bounded by magnificent trees in the lap of Pir Panjal Mountain Range. On the way visit Dargah Charar Sharief.

In Yousmarg you can ride on pony in the meadows.

After visiting Yousmarg you will drive back to Srinagar. Overnight stay in hotel at Srinagar.

Day 04: Srinagar to Sonamarg Day Trip (80 kms / 02 hrs one way)

Today we do full day excursion to Sonamarg - known as 'Meadow of Gold', is a picturesque hill station located at a height of 2692 meters in the Kashmir Valley. Upon arrival we explore Sonamarg and admire the sparkling lakes and snow-capped mountains.

You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year.

Evening return back to Srinagar hotel.

Day 05: Srinagar to Gulmarg (60 kms / 1½ hrs)

Arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check in at the hotel. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the Gondola Cable Car (optional) (08 minutes rope way). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding.
Stay overnight at hotel in Gulmarg.

Day 06: Gulmarg to Pahalgam (140 kms / 3½ hrs)

After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds). Drive through Saffron fields, enroute you visit Avantipur Ruins, view Pampore saffron fields (Flowering starts in the month of October), Bat Factory. Evening free at leisure.
Overnight in Pahalgam.

Day 07: Pahalgam Local Sightseeing

After breakfast proceed to full day excursion of Pahalgam to visit the Chandanwari, Aru Vally. Also visit Betab Valley enjoy the bounty of nature at Pahalgam, located on the bank of beautiful Lidder River, in the evening return back to hotel.

Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

The day trip to Chandanwari will be done by local vehicles of the taxi union at extra cost

Day 08: Pahalgam to Srinagar Airport (100 kms / 03 hrs)

After your breakfast, we will assist you with transfers to Srinagar Airport. However, on your way, you can make a brief stopover for shopping and then for your onward flight.

Inclusions

04 nights accommodation in Srinagar Hotel
01 night accommodation in Gulmarg
02 nights accommodation in Pahalgam
Srinagar Houseboat stay available on request only
Meals: Daily Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel
Srinagar: Dal Lake & Local Sightseeing
Sonamarg Day Trip: Thajiwas Glacier
Doodhpathri Day Trip
Yousmarg Day Trip
Gulmarg: Gondola Cable Car (optional cost)
Pahalgam: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Chandanwari
Accommodation on double sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar
Transportation: Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the above itinerary
Vehicles not at disposal
Vehicle Charges are inclusive of all toll taxes / parking and driver allowance

Optional Approximate Cost:

Gondola Tickets (Phase 01: Gulmarg to Kongdori (3500 fts) @ INR 700/- per person
Gondola Tickets (Phase 02: Kongdori to Affarwat Peak (14000 fts) @ INR 900/- per person
Pony/Horse Ride @ INR 700/- per person per hour (negotiable on the spot)
Local Taxi charges for local points sightseeing at Pahalgam for 03 points (Aru, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari on sharing basis) will be INR 2000/- by Tavera/Tata Sumo
Local Sightseeing Charges at Sonamarg (for visiting Thajiwas Glacier and Zero Point) by local taxi is around INR 3000 to 8000 (negotiable on the spot)
Sledge Ride Charges @ INR 150/- per person per ride (negotiable on the spot )
Guide Charges at Gulmarg @ INR 800/- per day approx.
Any sightseeing in Gulmarg (it is done by Union Taxi at Gulmarg or by pony ride and is on direct payment basis)
Any sightseeing in Pahalgam for Aru Chandanwari and Betaab Valley Trip (it is done by Union Taxi at Pahalgam and is on direct payment basis)
Any sightseeing in Sonamarg for Zero Point / Thajiwas Glacier Trip (it is done by Union Taxi at Sonamarg or by pony ride and is on direct payment basis)

Exclusions

GST
Any airfare / train fare
Any meal plan not mentioned
Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Camera Fee (Still or Movie)
Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
Travel Insurance
Cable Car Tickets
Pony Ride/ Sledging (it is done by Bargaining)
Monument Entry Fees at all places
Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like ferry and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Inclusions' box.