Exotic Kashmir With Sonmarg
6 Nights
7 Days
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 Hotel - Standard Houseboat Or Similar in Srinagar Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink / Kashmiri kahwa Arrival in Srinagar Arrival in Srinagar Welcome to Srinagar and transfer to the houseboat. Check in to the houseboat and freshen up. Enjoy a romantic Shikara ride on the enchanting Dal Lake (Kashmir's iconic jewel, a serene houseboat haven) Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar at the houseboat Note: Room heating facilities in houseboats are available depending on weather conditions. Meals: Hotel:
Day 2
Day 2 Hotel - White Water Resorts Or Similar in Pahalgam Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink 1. 2. 1. 2. Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink Srinagar to Pahalgam (90 Km / ~03 hours drive) Morning breakfast at the houseboat and check out. Srinagar sightseeing, Shankaracharya Temple - Dedicated to Lord Shiva Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh - Mughal Gardens Drive to Pahalgam - A picturesque valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains, offering stunning natural beauty and adventure opportunities. En route visit, Pampore for saffron demonstration and shopping Avantipur Ruins (ancient temple complex) Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. Check in at the hotel and relax. Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam at the hotel. Meals: Hotel: 1. 2. 3.
Day 3
Day 3 Hotel - White Water Resorts Or Similar in Pahalgam Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink Pahalgam Morning breakfast at the hotel. Full Day city tour, visiting the below attractions : Aru Valley - Immerse yourself in lush meadows and stunning mountain views Betaab Valley - Known for its picturesque beauty, made famous by the Bollywood movie "Betaab" Chandanwari - Starting point for the Amarnath Yatra and a popular hiking spot Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. Enjoy leisure time, shopping at the local Pahalgam market - on your own. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Pahalgam Note: The half-Day excursion to Aru, Betaab, and Chandanwari is conducted by local taxis (Tavera/Sumo/Eeco) operating on a fixed schedule set by the Pahalgam Taxi Union. Meals: Hotel:
Day 4
Day 4 Hotel - The Sultan Resort Or Similar in Sonmarg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink Pahalgam to Sonmarg (168 Km / 04 hours drive) 1. 2. Pahalgam to Sonmarg (168 Km / 04 hours drive) Morning breakfast at the hotel and check out. Drive to Sonmarg (Golden Meadow) En route visit, Martand Sun Temple - Ancient ruins Kashmiri Cricket Bat Factory - Witness the craftsmanship of world-renowned cricket bats made from Kashmir willow Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. Check in at the hotel and relax. Dinner and overnight stay in Sonmarg at the hotel. Meals: Hotel: 1. 2. 3.
Day 5
Day 5 Hotel - Ennco Resorts Or Similar in Srinagar (Valid Till Jun 2024) Hotel - Hotel Grand Mahal Or Similar (Valid FromJul 2024 to Mar 2025) Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink Sonmarg to Srinagar (83 Km / 02 hours drive) Morning breakfast at the hotel and check out. Enjoy horse riding to Thajiwas Glacier - on direct payment basis Experience sledge riding on snow - on direct payment basis Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. Drive to Srinagar Check in to the hotel and relax Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar at the hotel. Meals: Hotel: 1. 2. 3.
Day 6
Day 6 Hotel - Ennco Resorts Or Similar in Srinagar (Valid Till Jun 2024) Hotel - Hotel Grand Mahal Or Similar (Valid FromJul 2024 to Mar 2025) Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Extra Toppings: - Snacks with Coffee / Tea / Cold Drink Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar (90 Km / 3.5 hours drive) Morning breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Gulmarg - Meadow of Flowers Experience the Gulmarg Gondola (Asia's highest cable car project) Enjoy panoramic views of the Pir Panjal Mountains and Valley. Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. 3. 1. 2. 3. Enjoy lunch, tea/coffee and snacks enroute. Optional: Sledge or snowmobile ride - on direct payment basis Visit a Handloom Emporium on the way back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar at the hotel. Note: In Gulmarg, our vehicle will only drop you at your hotel. For getting around within Gulmarg, you'll need to hire a pony or a local vehicle at your own expense. If there's heavy rain, extreme weather, or if the Gulmarg Gondola is closed due to bad weather or technical issues (as announced by the Gondola authorities without prior notice), we'll take you to Bota Patri instead, but this depends on vehicle permit availability. The Gulmarg Gondola ticket for Phase 1 is included in the package but is subject to availability when you book. Also, please note that the Gulmarg date might change as the itinerary can be adjusted. Meals: Hotel: Day 7 N/A Breakfast Depart Morning breakfast at the hotel and check out. Proceed to the airport for your onward journey, taking with you cherished memories of your Kashmir experience. Note: As this is a group tour, the airport transfer departs from the Srinagar hotel at 10:00 AM.
Highlights
Srinagar Houseboat Stay
Shikara Ride at Dal Lake
Mughal Gardens – Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh.
Tulip Gardens during the bloom time.
Avantipur Ruins and Martand Sun Temple
Orientation Tour of Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari.
Kashmiri Cricket Bat Factory
Complimentary value add on – Gondola Ride at Gulmarg (Phase 1) (Tickets subject to availability as limited
inventory)
Inclusions
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included as per the Inclusions
Inclusions
6 Breakfast and 6 Dinner at the hotel as per menu
05 Lunch at the local restaurant with fixed menu
Evening tea/coffee with snacks
Daily 500 ml water bottle per person per Day
Accommodation on twin sharing basis
All transfers and sightseeing by AC vehicle
All toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances
Seats Allotment in the Vehicle is on first come first serve basis at the venue, irrespective of the booking dates
Entry fees as per itinerary
Entry fees as per itinerary
Professional Tour Manager (Subject to Min. 15 Pax Travelling)
Orientation Tour of Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari
Travel Insurance (for age below 69yrs)
Exclusions
Additional / personal use of vehicle
Any personal expenses, room service and special orders, mineral water, alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages,
porterage, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary Camera fees
Any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions
GST will be applicable as per prevailing rates
SUPPLEMENT COST SRINAGR HOTEL WITH ONE WAY AIRPORT TRANSFER (HOTEL ENNCO RESORTS /
GRAND MAHAL OR SIMILAR)
Room Cost Per Person
Single Room 10,990
Double Room 11,990
Extra Bed 2990
Child Without Bed 1990
Supplement Cost Private Vehicle
Vehicle Cost
Small Car ( Airport
Transfer ) 2990
Swift Dzire/ Indigo or
Similar 9990
Innova /Xylo or similar
17990
THINGS TO NOTE
The tour price printed is dynamic and is purely on first come first serve basis. The person booking tour early is
likely to get the lowest price as communicated / offered by the Company, subject to availability of seats.
It is mandatory to carry photo ID card (except Pan Card) while you are on tour. Valid ID for Kashmir: Driving
License/ Voter ID/Passport/Aadhar Card
The vehicle used for transfers is not at disposal.
This is an indicative itinerary and subject to change depending upon circumstances. Please consult driver / local
representative for next day’s sightseeing schedule / transfers timings.
At Sonmarg, Gulmarg and Pahalgam the vehicles are allowed only up to the common parking lot. Thereafter
one has to walk or hire ponies/ local vehicles for local conveyance on direct payment basis.
Tour-program is subject to change depending upon circumstances
Please note that only post paid mobile number works in Kashmir