Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Srinagar Arrival Arrive at the airport in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir. Our representative will meet you and help you transfer at the houseboat accommodation. After getting familiar with the charming property on the picturesque Dal Lake, get ready to explore the grandeur of Mughal Gardens – Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh located in the close proximity to the lake. Feel speechless with the overpowering nature, pleasing layout and the scenic backdrops of Zabarwan Hills.
Wait till evening, when you join the captivating ride in the beautifully decorated shikara boat on Dal. Get mesmerized by the sights like floating vegetable gardens and melodious sounds of water being splashed. You may also come across a variety of birds like kingfishers, bitterns, kites and grebes. Return to the houseboat for dinner.
Day 2: Srinagar-Sonmarg-Srinagar (83 km.) Have breakfast and join the excursion to Sonmarg, literally the gold meadow with unbelievable beauty. Feel blessed while exploring the place surrounded by mountains and boasting of beautiful river banks and flower meadows. You will be flabbergasted by the unspoiled Sindh Valley, which also acts as the starting point for trekking to high-altitude alpine lakes. Drive back to Srinagar and enjoy dinner at the houseboat.
Day 3: Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar (60 km.) Get ready for another amazing excursion after breakfast, this time to Gulmarg, literally the meadow of flowers. Admire the fascinating ski slopes and visit the 18-hole golf course, one of the highest in the world. Depending on the weather, enjoy the breathtaking views of the 26,000 ft. high Nanga Parbat. Ride Gondola, the famous cable car which lets you to feast your eyes on the unbound splendour of the region from top. Drive back to Srinagar and stay at the hotel or the houseboat.
Day 4: Srinagar-Pahalgam-Srinagar (96 km.)Have breakfast at the start of the day and visit Pahalgam, another magnificent destination with abundant natural charm. On the way, you will be visiting the Awantipura Ruins featuring centuries-old Vishnu Temple. Get mesmerized by the majesty of saffron fields at Pampore. Drive through imposing pine forests and invigorating country side to reach Pahalgam. Spend relaxing moments near the meandering Lidder Stream and cherish the remarkable views of mountains before returning to Srinagar and stay at hotel/houseboat.
Day 5: Srinagar DepartureHave breakfast before we transfer you to the airport. Board the scheduled flight which ends the tour.