ARRIVAL AT SRINAGAR
Meet upon arrival and transfer to Deluxe Houseboats/Hotel. Late afternoon Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating and Vegetable gardens etc. Also witness walnut woodcarving and papier machie making demonstration. Overnight in Hotel
IN SRINAGAR
Morning sightseeing of Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. All the gardens are situated on the bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12 and 15 kms re- spectively. Also visit Shankaracharya Temple to have Darshan and to have bird's eye view of Srinagar City and famous Dal Lake. Enroute visit carpet-weaving factory. Afternoon free for personal activities / shopping. Overnight in Hotel
SRINAGAR / SONAMARG/SRINAGAR
Full day excursion to Sonamarg (Golden Meadow) by Tata Sumo. The distance of about 83 kms will be covered about 2-½ hrs. Sonamarg lies in Sindh Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonamarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes. Enjoy horse riding upto Thajwas glacier and sledge riding on snow. Late afternoon drive back to Srinagar. Overnight in Hotel
SRINAGAR / PAHALGAM
After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds). The distance of about 96 kms will be covered in about 3 hrs. Enroute visiting Saffron fields, Awantipura ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman), see the beautiful countryside on the way and lot of rice fields. Drive through the pine forest. Arrive Pahalgam transfer to Hotel. Afternoon have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains. Overnight in hotel at Pahalgam
IN PAHALGAM
Free for individual activities. One can visit Chandanwari or Aru on ponies. Overnight in hotel
PAHALGAM/SRINAGAR / GULMARG
After breakfast drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea level. The distance of 160 kms will be covered in about 4-½ hrs. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek upto Khilangmarg which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Also enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available. Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
GULMARG /SRINAGAR
After breakfast drive back to Srinagar on arrival transfer to Houseboat/Hotel. Rest of the day free for personal activities and last mo-ment shopping. Overnight Houseboat
DEPART SRINAGAR (FLY OUT)
Transfer to airport to catch flight for onward destinationTERMS AND CONDITION
Inclusions
Assistance upon arrival and departure
Accommodation on Twin sharing basis as per itinerary listed above or similar
Daily Breakfast + Dinner
Return airport transfer along with all sightseeing by Ac Indigo /
Etios / Desire (02 Pax ) Ac Innova (04 - 06 Pax)
Only Pick up & Drop at Gulmarg / Pahalgam / Sonamarg , due to Union Issues
Shikara Ride on Dal Lake ( 04 Pax Per Shikara / 1 Hrs Ride )
All Hotel Taxes
Exclusions:
Any Airfare
Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Prices included".
The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary
Guide fee, Camera fee & any monument Entrances
Medical & Travel insurance
Any changes you may choose to make during your tour
Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc
