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Kashmir Escape

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Kashmir Escape

Rs.22500

per person

• 04 Nights / 05 Days
• Tour Code: KAS007
• Srinagar (2) → Pahalgam (2)

Highlights

  • Srinagar: Dal Lake & Local Sightseeing
  • Pahalgam: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Chandanwari
  • We only suggest hotels having good ratings on TripAdvisor
  • Departure
    Ex-Srinagar
  • Departure Time
    All Year Round
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Day 01: Arrival Srinagar Airport to Pahalgam (90 kms / 02½ hrs)

Upon arrival, proceed to the Pahalgam – known as the ‘Valley of Shepherds’, is a scenic hill station in Kashmir where many Bollywood movies have been shot.

Drive through Saffron fields, en-route you visit Avantipur Ruins, view Pampore saffron fields (Flowering starts in the month of October), Bat Factory. Evening free at leisure.
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Day 02: 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
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Day 03: Pahalgam to Srinagar (90 kms / 02½ hrs)

Today we proceed to Srinagar. En-route we visit the Avantipura Ruins - remnants of a number of ancient Hindu temples, constructed by King Awanti Varman who ruled Jammu and Kashmir during the 9th Century and Cricket Bat Factory.

In the evening we drive pass the Pampore Saffron Fields, and the Lidder River which flows along our route and literally accompanies us all the way to Srinagar. Overnight in Srinagar hotel.
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Day 04: Srinagar Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, 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.

Evening enjoy 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.
Overnight stay at Srinagar.
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Day 05: Departure from Srinagar

After your breakfast, we will assist you with transfers to Srinagar Airport.

Kashmir Tour concludes with mixed feelings!

Inclusions

  1. 02 nights accommodation in Srinagar Hotel
  2. 02 nights accommodation in Pahalgam
  3. Srinagar Houseboat stay available on request only
  4. Meals: Daily Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel
  5. Srinagar: Dal Lake & Local Sightseeing
  6. Pahalgam: Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, Chandanwari
  7. Accommodation on double sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar
  8. Transportation: Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the above itinerary
  9. Vehicles not at disposal
  10. 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
  1. GST
  2. Any airfare / train fare
  3. Any meal plan not mentioned
  4. Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  5. Camera Fee (Still or Movie)
  6. Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
  7. Travel Insurance
  8. Cable Car Tickets
  9. Pony Ride/ Sledging (it is done by Bargaining)
  10. Monument Entry Fees at all places
  11. Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
  12. Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
  13. Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like ferry and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
  14. Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Inclusions' box.
 

Hotels

  1. 3* Star Hotels
Extra Adult/Child
  1. Extra cost for adult will be 40% of the package cost (with extra bed)
  2. Child below 5 years will be complimentary (without extra bed)
  3. Kindly request for rates of child above 5 years (with extra bed)