KASHMIR 6 DAYS - SPLENDID KASHMIR

Itinerary
5 Night -6 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Srinagar
Upon your arrival at Srinagar Airport, our representative will meet and assist you with transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival. Post lunch, embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Srinagar’s famous Mughal Gardens: Chashmi-e-Shahi (The Royal Spring), Nishat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure), and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love). In the evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel and overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 02: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar (86 Kms)
After breakfast, proceed on a full-day excursion to Sonamarg, located 98 km from Srinagar. The journey takes approximately 3 hours, and the drive is considered one of the most scenic in Kashmir. Sonamarg, meaning "Meadow of Gold," is situated at an altitude of 2,743 meters and marks the beginning of Ladakh territory. Enjoy the stunning views of snow-covered mountains and alpine forests. Optional activity: take a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier, where snow remains year-round. Return to Srinagar by evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03: Srinagar – Gulmarg (52 Kms)
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Gulmarg, one of the most beautiful hill resorts in Kashmir, located 52 km from Srinagar. Check in to your hotel on arrival. Gulmarg is known for its historic significance as a retreat for kings like Yousuf Shah Chak and Emperor Jahangir. Explore Gulmarg Gondola (Asia’s highest and longest cable car, additional cost), offering breathtaking views of Kongdoori Mountain and Afarwat Peak (4,200 m). Enjoy skiing on your own or visit the 18-hole golf course, the highest in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04: Gulmarg – Pahalgam (142 Kms)
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Gulmarg and proceed to Pahalgam, famously known as the "Village of Shepherds." On arrival, check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, soaking in the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Pahalgam Sightseeing & Return to Srinagar
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Pahalgam. Explore on foot or take a pony ride to nearby attractions. Recommended visit: Mamaleshwara Temple, a small Shiva temple dating back to the 12th century, located across the Lidder River. In the evening, return to Srinagar for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06: Departure from Srinagar
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions:

• 02 Nights stay in Srinagar hotels
• 01 Night stay in Pahalgam hotel
• 01 Night stay in Gulmarg hotel
• 01 Night stay in Srinagar houseboat
• Shikara ride for 60 minutes on Dal Lake
• Daily breakfast & dinner (Veg/Non-Veg)
• Transportation in Non-AC Etios/Swift/Tavera/Innova/Tempo Traveller (Innova for Deluxe/Superior/5-Star packages)

Exclusions:

• Any meals other than those specified in the ‘Inclusions’.
• Lunch
• Flight
• Entry fee charges
• Cab for Betaab Valley / Aru Chandanwari in Pahalgam
• Cable Car/Gondola in Gulmarg
• Personal expenses
• Chained vehicle from Tangmarg to Gulmarg.
• Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay or cancellation.
• Expenses of personal nature such as tips
• Guide and entrance fees
• Visit to Ganderbal and Thajiwas Glacier.
• Expenses of watersports
• Cable Car/Pony Ride in Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg.
• GST 5% Total Billing
• NOTE: Anything not mentioned in the inclusions is excluded.

Important Information

• Post paid sim is must for J&K. Pre-paid sim will not work in J&K
• In Katra for Pithu / Palki / Pony services Municipal Committee Katra has fixed the rates and they are displayed on the rate card outside their booking office at Banganga. If someone is over charging above the listed rates it’s up to you how hard you can bargain.
• In Srinagar if you are staying at the Houseboat:-Shikara Crossings are complimentary, do not pay for the same.
• Booking Gondola tickets online well in advance is advisable as it is mandatory to book online.
• Book Gondola tickets at www.jammuandkashmircablecar.com
• Our Cab will not do the local sightseeing at Gulmarg  
• It is not mandatory for guest to take ponies in Gulmarg & Pahalgam to visit all the important tourist spots, all the major tourist attraction point are in close proximity so you can walk it down. However if still, you wish to take poly ride / sledging / rafting etc the rates the highly negotiable. Please bargain to your max.