Charismatic Kashmir

06 Nights | 07 Days | 1N Srinagar HB – 2N Pahalgam – 1N Gulmarg – 2N Srinagar

Price 

This package is valid from till 31st March’24

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

• In Pahalgam, visit Aru valley, Betaab Valley and 

  Chandanwari (start point of Amarnath-yatra)

• Mughal Gardens & Shikara Ride in Srinagar
• Gondola Ride in Gulmarg
• Excursion to Thajiwas Glacier, Sonmarg
• Sightseeing tours by private vehicle
• Start and End in Srinagar

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar

Meet our representative upon arrival in Srinagar and proceed to your houseboat. This place is famous for its lakes and the charming houseboats, Srinagar is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts. The lake comprises a series of water bodies, including the Nagin Lake. One can take in the panoramic view of the mountains surrounding Srinagar from this lake. Kashmiri boats called Shikara, are used to explore the intricate maze of waterways on this lake. In the evening, enjoy visit to Mughal Gardens followed by a Shikara-ride on Dal Lake. 

Day 2: – Drive from Srinagar – Pahalgam (90 kms / 3.5 hours)

After breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam, also called the Valley of Shepherds. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In Pahalgam, admire the beauty of nature as you walk along the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is also famous for some trekking routes and is the base camp for the Amarnath Pilgrimage. 

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Sightseeing in Pahalgam

After breakfast, enjoy panoramic views of Pahalgam town and Lidder Valley. Start with Aru Valley, which is a small village, 15 km upstream the Lidder River, the route is picturesque with ample campsites. This village is the starting point for treks to the Kolahoi glacier. Later, visit Chandanwari, 16 Km which is the starting point of sacred Amarnath Yatra. Chandanwari is famous for snow sledging on a snow bridge, enroute you can visit Hajan, an idyllic picnic spot and Betaab valley. 

Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel. 

Day 4: Pahalgam – Gulmarg (130 kms / approx. 4 hours)

After breakfast drive to Gulmarg, ‘Meadow of Flowers’ situated at an altitude of 2730 meters, full day at leisure to take walks on the lush green meadows of flowers with a backdrop of the snow-capped mountains. 

Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5: Sightseeing in Gulmarg I Drive back to Srinagar (58 kms / approx. 3 hours)

After breakfast, enjoy local sightseeing of Gulmarg and Gondola-ride (cable car). Later, drive back to Srinagar. Arrive and check-in at the hotel. Spend evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6: Sonamarg Excursion (One way – 55 kms / approx. 2.5 hours)

After breakfast depart for full day excursion to the Sonmarg, ‘Meadow of Gold’ on Srinagar-Leh Road, a gushing river is the highlight of this meadow, flowing down from snowy heights into the dense woodlands of firs and silver birches. Glaciers pour down from this stream from the Himalayas on to the many camping sites in Sonmarg. A thick forest-cover of sycamore, alpine flowers, silver birch, fir and pine, Sonmarg offers adventure in the form of treks, sledging, angling, alpine skiing and white-water rafting. Upon arrival visit Thajiwas Glacier. 

Later return to Srinagar for dinner & overnight stay in hotel.

Day 7: Departure from Srinagar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Srinagar airport for return flight back home. End of Services.

Hotel Details or Similar

Package Inclusion 

•5-night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent

•1 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above houseboat or equivalent.

•Meal plan as mentioned above. 

•1 Hour of Shikara-ride at Dal Lake

•Gondola ride (up to Phase 1) in Gulmarg

•Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle

•Drivers’ allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax

Exclusions 

•International airfares or domestic Airfare and airport taxes

•Entrance fees to monuments and Gardens

•Pony Ride Charges

•Guide service

•Our vehicle is not allowed in Gulmarg & Pahalgam for local. 

•sightseeing, either the client can hire a local vehicle or 

•Pony from the market for local sightseeing.

•Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.

•Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monument.

Note 

•Check Inn & Check out time as per Hotel Policy

•Package cost will not be valid from 15th December 2023 – 10th January 2024. Also, during public holidays, festivals, 

•Exhibitions and long-weekends 

•A surcharge will be levied and will be advised at the time of booking.

•All tourist places are open and state body reserves right to close any places if found necessary.

•Issued Boarding Passes for Gondola ride in Gulmarg are valid for the period of 03 Hours only, Visitors boarding between Gulmarg to Kungdoori

• (Phase 1) from 1400 Hrs. to 1600 Hrs. can stay at G2 Station till 1700 HRS Only and Visitors boarding between Kungdoori (Phase 1) to Apharwat 
• (Phase 2) from 1400 Hrs. to 1500 Hrs. can stay at Apharwat (Phase 2) - G4 Station till 1600 HRS Only.

•Car cannot be used inside Gulmarg.

•In case of Snow fall snow vehicle needs to be booked on direct payment basis

•Medium vehicle will be provided for 1-3 travellers and Innova will be provided for 4-5 travellers.

Terms & Conditions 

•All Rooms & Offers are subject to availability at the time of confirmation. 

•Flight & Hote rate may fluctuate at the time of booking, rate may vary. 

•COVID restrictions & PCR guidelines can change anytime without notice. 

•The rates and options for increasing the passenger are subject to availability. 

•Bookings will only be confirmed upon the receipt of the complete payment as per the booking terms.

•Passengers are solely responsible for meeting the passport and visa requirements of the country they are planning the travel to. 

•The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of departure. 

•Due to the several circumstances that remain out of our control and jurisdiction like currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes, etc. The displayed price tag is subject to change without any prior notice. 

•In accordance with the immigration rules of the destination, passengers are responsible for ensuring that they possess a valid passport both before and during the period of travel. The same applies to any visa requirements that the traveller must obtain before travelling to the Country for which the package is being booked. 

•Company does not take any responsibility if the passenger is unable to travel due to issues related to their passport or visa. The cancellation policy will be applicable as per the booking terms and conditions.

•Itinerary is subject to change / swap without any prior notice. 

•There will not be any refund for any unutilized service or sightseeing. 

•In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel. 

•Fix Departure date, no amendment and changes possible. 

•Check In to the hotel is always 1600/1700 hours & Check Out is always 1100/ 1200 Hours. Early Check in and late checkout is subject to availability unless & otherwise specified in the inclusion column.