DAY 01 – Arrival Srinagar and Local Sightseeing
Arrival at the Srinagar international airport and proceed towards your houseboat/Hotel. It will be a 35 minute drive which will introduce you to the city. Along the way you will pass through the heart of the city and drive over Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jehlum river . On the way you will also come across the market of Dal Lake (regionally known as Dal gate) Leading you towards the famous Dal Lake. Enjoying a half day trip to Srinagar without visiting Mughal gardens is incomplete. Mesmerize yourself with the Mughal Gardens of Emperor Shah Jahan which include Shalimar Garden, Nishat Garden and Cheshma-shahi Garden. Later Check in to your hotel. Dinner overnight in Srinagar Hotel.
Day 02:- Srinagar – Sonmarg- Srinagar (85 Km / 3 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast process for a full day trip to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque countryside drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region. From Kangan, we will drive towards Mammar, famous for its trout farm and stopover for a warm cup of tea before we head towards Sonamarg. Visit the tourist spot of Gagangir. The spot is built in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island with snow glaciers covering one or the other spot. In Sonamarg we will take a 3 hour walk or horseback trip to the Thajwass glacier at your own cost . Evening drive back to srinagar. Dinner Overnight stay at Srinagar Hotel.
DAY 03 :- Srinagar – Gulmarg ( 60 kms 2 hrs )
After Breakfast Enjoy a picturesque drive to Gulmarg, the Meadow of Flowers, 2730 mts above sea level Gulmarg offers spectacular views of snow capped mountain peaks, conifer forests and green meadows; it is home to the highest 18 hole golf course of the world. Arrive & Enjoy a Gondola ride at your own cost (Gondola ride is subject to weather conditions) to Khilanmarg (1st Phase) for a breathtaking view of Nanga Parbat. One can opt for gondola cable car ride for 2nd level too on direct payment basis, subject to availability and weather conditions. Dinner overnight in Gulmarg Hotel
Day 04:- Gulmarg to Pahalgam (140 km / 4 Hours)
Day Schedule: Enjoy the morning views of Gulmarg while enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the most exciting drive of this tour. Though the drive for the day will be a longer one, the enchanting beauty along the route to Pahalgam will keep you engulfed and engrossed with never-ending fun and excitement. On the way to enjoy the Sightseening of Awantipora after that, leave for pahalgam and visit Baisaran Valley & Kashmir Valley by pony at your own cost.Dinner overnight in Pahalgam Hotel.
Day 05: Pahalgam Exploration
Day Schedule: After having breakfast in the hotel, you will get an option to visit the magnificent rocky valleys of Chandanwadi Aru Valley & Betab Valley, the Snow Point, which is around 14km from Pahalgam and a lively pony ride as well. However, these activities can only be arranged at an additional cost for which you have to take the local cab stand in pahalgam! After these activities , in the evening you will be driven back to the hotel .inner overnight in Pahalgam Hotel.
Day 06: Pahalgam – Srinagar houseboat
Enjoy the morning views of Pahalgam while enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel . check out from the hotel, drive back to Srinagar , check in hotel . Spend the rest of your time in your personal activities , in the evening enjoy a 1 hour free shikara ride. Dinner overnight in Houseboat.
Day 07: Srinagar Airport Drop
Day Schedule: As you wake up today morning, enjoy your last breakfast in the scenic vistas of Srinagar and after packing up your bags, get prepared to check-out from the hotel. Post this, you will be dropped either at the Srinagar Airport, from where you can proceed to your next destination or home.
