Family
ITINERARY
09 DAYS/ 08 NIGHTS
Day 1: Arrival in Amritsar
On arrival at Amritsar Airport or Railway Station, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, visit the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh, followed by some leisure time exploring the local markets of Amritsar. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Punjabi dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Amritsar.
Day 2: Amritsar to Katra
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Katra, a journey of about 6 to 7 hours by road. On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Katra.
Day 3: Vaishno Devi Darshan
After an early breakfast, proceed for the holy Vaishno Devi Darshan by trek, pony, or helicopter as per your choice. Visit the temple and seek blessings at the sacred shrine. Return to the hotel by evening and relax after the darshan. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Katra.
Day 4: Katra to Pahalgam
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Pahalgam, which takes about 7 to 8 hours. Enjoy the scenic beauty along the way with views of valleys and mountains. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Pahalgam.
Day 5: Pahalgam Sightseeing and Transfer to Srinagar
After breakfast, visit the beautiful Betaab Valley and Aru Valley, surrounded by lush green meadows and snow-clad peaks. Later in the afternoon, drive to Srinagar, which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Srinagar.
Day 6: Srinagar – Sonamarg Day Trip
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Sonamarg, known as the “Meadow of Gold.” Enjoy the breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, rivers, and valleys. You can also indulge in optional activities like short treks or sledging (seasonal). Return to Srinagar by evening and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Gulmarg Day Trip
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to Gulmarg, one of the most popular hill resorts in Kashmir. Experience the famous Gondola ride (Asia’s highest cable car) and admire the scenic beauty of snow-covered peaks. Return to Srinagar by evening and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Doodhpathri Sightseeing and Houseboat Stay
After breakfast, visit Doodhpathri, a lesser-known but stunning valley surrounded by lush meadows and pine trees, located around 2.5 to 3 hours from Srinagar. After exploring this picturesque spot, return to Srinagar and check in to a deluxe houseboat on Dal Lake. In the evening, enjoy a peaceful Shikara ride and a traditional Kashmiri dinner. Overnight stay will be on the houseboat.
Day 9: Departure to Jammu / Katra
After breakfast at the houseboat, check out and drive towards Jammu or Katra, which takes about 7 to 8 hours. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at the railway station or airport for your onward journey with wonderful memories of the trip.
Inclusions:
- Welcome drink upon arrival
- Accommodation as mentioned in the Hotel column
- Meals as specified in the Hotel column
- Tempo traveller
- Exclusive vehicle for transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary (A.C will not work in the Hills)
- Toll, Parking, Road Taxes & Drivers Allowance
- 01 Complimentary Shikara Ride 01 Hrs at Srinagar
- On ground assistance
- Sightseeing to Aru Valley / Beetab Valley / Chandanwari at Pahalgam will be by local taxi union only
Exclusions:
- Personal Expenses such as Insurance, Laundry, telephone, tips, gratuity, Mineral/soft/hard drinks
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary will be charged extra. Single Pick up & Departure is included in the cost. Multiple arrivals and departures will be charges extra
- Sightseeing by Union Cabs at Gulmarg/ sonamerg
- Snow jeep at gulmarg
- Camera fees, Guide / tour escort charges & Entrance Fees at monuments, parks, museums, gardens etc
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot)
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure
- Gondola Tickets will we booked as per the availability
- GST 5% Total Billing
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.
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