KASHMIR PACKAGE

ABOUT KASHMIR…

Jammu and Kashmir is a region administered by India as a union territory and consists of the southern portion of the larger Kashmir region, which has been the subject of a dispute between India and Pakistan since 1947 and between India and China since 1959.

DAYWISE – TENTATIVE – ITINERARY

DAY 1: – ARRIVAL SRINAGAR Airport

you will be met by our representative at the Srinagar airport. Srinagar, popularly known as ‘Paradise on Earth’ and ‘Venice of the East’, is situated in the beautiful valley of Kashmir. Located on the banks of the River Jhelum, the city is renowned for its beautiful lakes, houseboats and numerous Mughal gardens. The word Srinagar is a combination of two Sanskrit words, ‘Sri’ meaning wealth and ‘Nagar’ meaning place. Therefore, the literal meaning of the term ‘Srinagar’ is ‘the city of wealth

DAY 2: -SRINAGAR –Sonmarg – Srinagar

After breakfast, embark on an excursion to Sonmarg which is situated at a height of 2740 meters, and is at a distance of 82 km which takes about 3 hrs to cover (one way). Relish a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. You can enjoy sightseeing at Thajiwas Glacier or other sightseeing points. Later, return to Srinagar after your excursion. In the evening, enjoy a comfortable overnight night stay at the hotel.

 DAY 3: – SRINAGAR –Gulmarg- Srinagar

After breakfast you will be transferred from Srinagar to Gulmarg. Gulmarg for Day sightSeeing, Local sightseeing of Gulmarg, enjoy pony ride or Gondola ride at your own cost. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and one of the highest golf courses in the world with 18 holes. View of Nanga Parbat if weather permits. Fascinating view from Tangmarg to Gulmarg. A short trek up to Khilanmarg, which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Is optional

 DAY 4: – SRINAGAR   – PAHALGAM

This Morning departure for Pahalgam. Also visit Awantipura Ruins, Mattan Temple enroute. In Pahalgam you will have a rare opportunity to visit the Saffron fields, Relax yourself at the bank of River Lidder

 DAY 5: – Pahalgam-Srinagar-Local sightseeing

After breakfast you will be transferred from Srinagar local sightseeing. where you visit the floating vegetable gardens. While riding the Shikara’s there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc, at afternoon Visit famous Mughal gardens (Nishat, Shalimar and Cheshma Shahi) and famous Shankaracharya temple.

DAY 6: – DEPARTURE

Transfer by car to Srinagar airport with sweet memories of Kashmir.