8 Days Kashmir Itinerary (7N/8D)

Once in Srinagar, our representative will greet and help you before transporting you to your hotel or houseboat. a day off for recreation.

After breakfast, proceed to Sonamarg for a full-day excursion. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Sind Valley, surrounded by mountains, forests and riverside landscapes. On arrival, explore the main Sonamarg area and enjoy views towards the Thajiwas Glacier region. Local ponies, activities and transport services are arranged separately unless specifically included in the confirmed quotation. Return to Srinagar in the evening.

After breakfast, drive from Srinagar to Gulmarg, one of Kashmir's best-known mountain destinations. Enjoy the alpine scenery, meadows and views of the surrounding mountains. Gulmarg is known for winter sports, its golf course and the Gulmarg Gondola. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

After breakfast, enjoy time in Gulmarg for sightseeing and optional activities. The Gulmarg Gondola operates in stages towards Kongdoori and the upper mountain area. Tickets for Phase 1 or Phase 2 are included only when specifically confirmed in the quotation and remain subject to official availability, weather, maintenance and operating conditions. Pony rides and other local activities can also be arranged separately according to guest preference and local rules.

After breakfast, depart for Pahalgam (Shepherds' Valley). Visit Pampore, which is known for its saffron fields, along the way. Then, keep driving and stop at a cricket bat factory and an apple orchard. On the banks of the rivers Lidder and Sheshnag, there lies a picturesque resort called Pahalgam. It serves as the starting point for a number of local treks as well as the yearly pilgrimage to the Holy Cave Shrine of Amarnath.

The ideal setting promotes leisure and relaxation in the truest sense of a typical hill resort. Transfer to the hotel upon arrival. Afternoon hikers might choose to travel by pony to Basaran Valley, which is an attractive meadow with small, rolling hills. It serves as a great camping for those who want to continue on to Tulian Lake.

Breakfast followed by a trip to the Aru Valley. Aru Valley is well known for its distinctively lovely meadows. It is well-known among tourists for its tranquil setting and breathtaking scenery. A base camp for hikers to the Kolahoi Glacier is the settlement. then make your way to Betaab Valley. The film Betab gave the valley its name. Snow Mountain, rich green meadows, and a deep forest all around the valley. Continue on to Chandanwari, the Amarnath yatra's base camp, later. Return now to Pahalgam via car. The remainder of the day is free for personal pursuits. Pahalgam Mall Road is fun.

Take a drive to Srinagar after breakfast. When you get to Srinagar, take a local sightseeing tour. Visit the Shankar Acharya Temple, the well-known Mughal Gardens Nishat (Garden of Pleasure), which looks out over the Dal Lake's crystal-clear, emerald-green waters, and Shalimar (Garden of Love). Each is more stunning than the previous one that was seen.

You will stroll by marble pavilions and fountains that are splashing as you pass terraced flower beds with snow-capped Himalayan peaks and Cheshmaashahi (Royal Spring). Visit Hazratbal Mosque as well. Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in the evening while touring floating gardens, lotus gardens, vegetable gardens, the lake's backwaters, and handicraft shops that specialise in paper mache and wood carving. Sleep on a houseboat.

Free time in the morning until departure. Transfer to Srinagar Airport to catch the scheduled flight home.