Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Arrival SrinagarArrive at Srinagar Airport where our representative shall meet you and assist you in your transfer to pre-booked Houseboat.
As you drive from Srinagar Airport to the city, you would be mesmerised by the sheer scenic beauty of this paradise on Earth.
Later as you reach Srinagar city, proceed to the jetty where a Shikara (a small boat) will be waiting to take you to the houseboat.
Upon arrival at houseboat, check-in and relax.
Later, in the evening, enjoy another Shikara ride on Dal Lake and enjoy the sunset.
Dinner & overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 2: Local Sightseeing - SrinagarGet up early and enjoy your tea on the deck of your houseboat.
The serenity of the pristine waters of Dal Lake with reflections of houseboats and Shikara would make you feel as if heaven has descended on Earth.
Later, enjoy breakfast before leaving for a half day sightseeing tour of Srinagar.
Some of the must-visit places in Srinagar are the Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Pari Mahal, Chashme-Shahi, Shankaracharya Temple and Hazratbal Shrine.
After lunch, enjoy another Shikara ride on The Dal Lake.
Rest of the time shall be to relax in the houseboat.
Dinner and overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 3: Srinagar - Gulmarg After breakfast drive to Gulmarg, the most beautiful summer resort valley.
It is popular for its golf course which is the highest in the world and skiing during the winter season.
Enjoy the Gondola ride (cable car) up to Kungdoor or Mt. Afarwat
(prior bookings may be required for which one may visit the website of Gulmarg Gondola to pre-book your tickets for Gangola ride in Gulmarg).
Return ticket for the first phase is Rs 700/- per person and that of the second phase is Rs 900/- per person.
It takes about 10 minutes to reach the first stage of Kungdoor. There are horses which one may take to some hot springs from Kungdoor. However, remember that you get only about 3 hours and thus in case you wish to take the second stage to Mt. Afarwat also, do not stop at Kungdoor. Rather go upto Mt. Afarwat and if you are lucky and the weather is clear, you may also spot Nanga Parbat.
Return back to the hotel in the evening. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Gulmarg - PahalgamAfter breakfast, drive to Pahalgam.
Pahalgam is a beautiful and famous hill station in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir.
While you are driving to Pahalgam, you would find several Saffron fields and shops selling saffron and dry fruits adjacent to the road. You may stop over briefly and buy some saffron which is one of the famous things to buy while you are in Kashmir.
You may also savour Kahwah (Kahwah is a traditional green tea preparation consumed in Kashmir and is quite aromatic) which is generally served to the customers who stopover at these roadside shops.
As you drive a little further from Srinagar(about 35 Kms) you would find Awantipur ruins(Ruins of temples named after King Avantivarman, the founder of Utpala Dynasty who ruled Kashmir between 855 A.D to 883 A.D ) where you may stopover briefly.
Later continue your drive to Pahalgam.
Just about 20-25 Kms short of Pahalgam once you cross Sakhras, you would find a bridge over river Lidder with its crystal clear water flowing beside the road.
Stop over briefly for a photo opportunity as it is a very scenic place.
Slowly you will start realizing what makes people say that Kashmir is a paradise on Earth.
Drive further to reach Pahalgam.
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Dinner & Night stay in Pahalgam.
Day 5: Pahalgam This is the day to enjoy the beauty of the Pahalgam valley.
Pahalgam is surrounded by many places of tourist interest such as Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Baisaran and Chandanwari
Enjoy dinner & Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 6: Pahalgam - Srinagar After breakfast leave for Pahalgam and drive back to Srinagar.
Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day shall be free at leisure.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 7: Srinagar - Sonmarg - SrinagarAfter breakfast, proceed for a full day excursion to Sonmarg.
En-route a little further from Wayul, besides the river, stopover for Lunch and thereafter continue your drive to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold).
Sonmarg is the Gateway to Ladakh as it is on this road only that one can drive further to Kargil and Leh after crossing Zoji La pass.
Few of the places you may visit near Sonmarg are Thajiwas Glacier, Kheer Bhawani Temple and Gadsar Lake depending upon the time in hand.
Later return back to Srinagar and check-in at Houseboat in the evening, this time at Nigeen Lake.
Enjoy dinner & Overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 8: Srinagar - Departure
Morning after breakfast transfer to airport to board the onward flight.
Tour services end with memories to cherish for rest of your life.