Amazing Kashmir Tour 8 Days 7 Nights

Arrival Srinagar airport meet & assitt transfer to premium class Houseboat, the summer capital of Kashmir at the height of 5200 ft above sea level. In the afternoon take shikara cruise to Famous Dal Lake visit Floating Gardens, Lotus Gardens, Vegetable Gardens and back water canals. Dinner & overnight stay at Houseboat.

Morning visit to Shankracharya temple. Half day tour of famous Mughal Gardens of Nishat (Gardenof pleasure) Shalimar (Garden of Love)built by Mughal Emperor during 16th century. During spring until autumn these gardens are full of flowers. Also pay a visit to Kashmir Famous Hand knotted Silk carpet weaving factory Afternoon: Free for Shopping / Personal activities.Dinner & overnight stay at Houseboat.

After breakfast enjoys an excursion to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) at a height of 8800ft above sea level. The drive approx 56 kms will take 2hrs with photo stops .One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat (26,600 ft) if weather permits. Gulmarg has highest 18 hole golf course in the world and has developed into a famous Ski resort. After lunch take a gondola ride from Gulmarg to Kongdoori 10,050 ft high, return back to Srinagar, take shikara cruise to Famous Dal Lake visit Floating Gardens, Lotus Gardens, Vegetable Gardens and back water canals. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.

After breakfast leave Gulmarg and drive to Pahalgam 140 Kms (Vale of Shepherds) Enroute visit Saffron fields, Awantipora Ruins (dedicated to lord Vishnu). This was capital of Kashmir during 9th Century and Mattan temple (with its Holy fishes). Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian film industry. Enjoy the nature charm of the valley. Overnight and dinner at Hotel.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

After breakfast Optional pony ride to Baisaran Kashmir Valley or its surroundings. Overnight and dinner at Hotel.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

After breakfast Leave Pahalgam and drive to Srinagar. Check in at Hotel. Overnight and dinner at Hotel.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

After breakfast, leave with Picnic for Sonmarg 86 kms (Meadow of Gold) 8950 feet high from sea level via Kangan town, beautiful drive along the Sindh River. The drive is very spectacular withbeautiful sceneries along the way.Sonamarg is the gate way to Leh/Ladakh and base for many trekking areas. On reaching Sonmarg you feel like you are in Swiss Alps. After lunch take a short trek toThajwas glacier on foot or on ponies (own expenses). Evening return back to Srinagar, overnight stay in Hotel.

Activities : Trekking

Morning after breakfast leave Hotel and later transfer to airport for flight to Delhi.

Activities : Trekking