4-Day Adventure Tour Of Srinagar, Gulmarg & Pahalgam
Description
Visit Kashmir, or the "Heaven on Earth", as it is known. Explore Srinagar, Gulmarg & Pahalgam, and get a closer view of the green mountain ranges with emerald lakes. Indulge in the scenic beauty of Srinagar, try skiing in the premier Ski resort in winter or make a visit to Awantipura Ruins, Saffron Fields, and cricket bat factories. Also, explore Pari Mahal, Shalimar Garden & sail on the beautiful Dal Lake.
Highlights
- Visit Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Garden & Shankar Acharya Temple
- Sail on the stunning Dal Lake
- Go skiing in Gulmarg Ski Resort
- Explore Awantipura ruins & Aru Valley or Chandanwari
- Head to the Betaab valley (Bollywood film shooting location)
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Srinagar expand_more
Pick up from Srinagar Airport and then proceed to the houseboat.
Local sightseeing includes:
A visit to the famous Mughal Gardens. Built by the Mughals in Persian style, it has typical features that include pools, fountains, and canals inside the gardens.
Visit Shankar Acharya Temple (built on the top of the mountain overlooking Dal Lake).
Then proceed to Pari Mahal (Palace of Fairies), Cheshma Shahi (Mughal Spring), Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan.
Next, proceed to Shalimar Garden, known as ‘Garden of love’ built in the 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jehangir for his beloved wife Noor Jehan or (Mehr-un-Nissa). Here, you will also enjoy a shikara ride on the world-famous Dal Lake.
While sailing on the Dal, you will cover the floating gardens, vegetable gardens, Golden lake, inner markets like Meena Bazaar, canals, etc., and enjoy the Zabarwan mountains' scenic view.
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Day 2: Gulmarg expand_more
After breakfast, leave for Gulmarg - “Meadow of Flowers”. Discovered by the Kashmiri romantic poet in the 16th century who was inspired by its grassy slopes covered with wildflowers. In winter, Gulmarg looks more beautiful due to heavy snowfall.
Then, turn to India’s premier Ski resort in winter, Gulmarg, which has one of the best ski slopes in the world and the highest golf course with 18 holes; enjoy your day by gondola ride (on your own expense).
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Day 3: Pahalgam expand_more
Drive to Pahalgam “Valley of Shepherds”.
En-route sightseeing: visit Awantipura ruins, saffron fields, and cricket bat factories.
Continue to drive towards Pahalgam, which is the most famous place for the Indian Film Industry. In Pahalgam, you can also visit Betaab valley (Betaab Valley is situated 15 kilometres from Pahalgam. The valley got its name from Sunny Deol-Amrita Singh's debut film Betaab.) The valley is surrounded by lush green meadows, snow-clad mountains and covered with dense vegetation.
Next, go to Aru Valley, a small yet self-sufficient scenic village located 12 km from Pahalgam; or you can visit Chandanwari, situated at a distance of 16 km from Pahalgam, and the starting point of the yatra that takes place every year in the month of (July to August). A local taxi has to be hired for these beautiful places (own your own expenses).
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Day 4: Srinagar expand_more
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Srinagar Airport to catch the flight for an onward journey with sweet holiday memories.
What's Included
Pick up & drop from the airport by vehicle
Breakfast & dinner
Accommodation for a couple on twin sharing basis as per the above itinerary
01-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
All sightseeing by a vehicle as per itinerary
Driver allowance / toll / parking / road tax / fuel charge / permit charges
Check-in and check-out 12.00 noon at all hotels
All applicable taxes & service charges
What's Excluded
Airfare/train fare and entry fees at sightseeing spots
Helicopter tickets for Vaishno Devi Darshan, Katra, or AmarnathYatra; Pahalgam or Sonamarg
Chain jeeps due to heavy snowfall to reach Gulmarg from Tangmarg
Any additional meals other than mentioned in the 'inclusive' column
Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry, telephone calls, mineral water
Monastery fee, garden fee
English-speaking Indian tour guide
Know before you go
Optional activities not mentioned in the specified cost: (All in Indian Rupees)
Betaab Valley, Aru Valley &Chandanwari (Pahalgam) @ 2200 Per 07 Seater vehicle.
Zojila Pass, Thajwas Glacier (Sonamarg) @ 4500/- Approx. Per 07 Seater Vehicle.
Gondola Ride (Gulmarg) @ 750 1st Phase / 1700 2nd Phase Per Person above 03 Years of Age.
Horse Ride @ 500 up to 2500.
Meeting Point
Srinagar
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 4 | INR 8400 Per Person |
This is a group tour |