About the trip
This is an itinerary popular with holiday travellers that combines three most visited destinations of Kashmir i.e. Srinagar (Lakes, Houseboats), Gulmarg (Himalayan views) and Pahalgam (Riverside himalayan beauty) for guests looking to arrive at Jammu and depart from Srinagar.
Accommodation
Vardaan Hotels - PatniTop
1 nights in Patnitop
Hotel Mount View
2 nights in Pahalgam
Royal Park Hotel
2 nights in Gulmarg
Hotel Brown Palace
3 nights in Srinagar
Included in the price
Patnitop
- Intercity transfer and Sightseeing by Non AC Indica. Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
- All applicable hotel taxes.
Patnitop
- Intercity transfer and Sightseeing by Non AC Indica. Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
- All applicable hotel taxes.
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrive At Jammu - Patnitop
Transfer to Patnitop. Patnitop enjoys excellent views and is a good stopover en-route to Kashmir.
Day 2: Patnitop - Pahalgam
Transfer to Pahalgam (180 kms - 6 hours - 7000+ ft asl). En-route visit Matrand Sun Temple. On arrival time permitting walk around the area to local markets.
Day 3: Pahalgam Sightseeing / Walking / Rafting
Enjoy white water rafting (possible in Summer) or walk around the riverside or undertake sightseeing around Pahalgam to spots like Baisaran, Tulian Lake, Chandanwari (16 kms - 8000+ ft asl - close range views) where you can find snow even in summer, Betaab Valley and Aru Valley etc.
Day 4: Pahalgam - Gulmarg
Proceed to Gulmarg (150 kms - 5 hrs - 8000 ft asl). Possible evening visit to Khilanmarg (View point), time permitting.
Day 5: Gulmarg Gondola Visit Possible Excursion To Khilanmarg
Go for famous Gondola Ride (Cable Car. Online booking in advance is recommended), Asia's highest and longest cable car. Its a two-stage rope-way. The first stage transfers from Gulmarg to Kongdoori Station. The second stage takes skiers to a height of 3,747 m (12,293 ft). The timing of the gondola is 10 AM to 5 PM (It's highly dependent upon the weather at both stages). Return in the afternoon to enjoy Pony ride and walking around the area OR visit Khilanmarg (a picnic spot nearby) a fragrant valley, full of color and charm).
Day 6: Gulmarg - Srinagar Possible Excursions To Avantipur Or Manasbal Lake
Gulmarg to Srinagar (50 kms - 1.5 hours). Visit Avantipur ruins (29 kms) or Mahasbal Lake (30 kms) or Visit Dal Lake and enjoy the Shikara ride in the evening. Time permitting visit local markets.
Day 7: Sightseeing In Srinagar
Day sightseeing in Srinagar visiting Mughal Gardens (Chesmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar), Jama Masjid, Shankaracharya Temple, Hari Parbat etc.
Day 8: Excursion Around Srinagar
Full day excursion to Sonmarg (85 kms - 3.5 hours - 8500+ ft asl) and Baltal valley. Alternatively guests have an option to visit Manasbal lake (30 kms) where there are water-sports on offer. Back to Srinagar in evening.
Day 9: Departure
Depart for the onward journey.
Exclusions
Expand- 3.09% Govt service tax is chargeable extra. Additional Kms above 800 kms would be charged @ Rs.7 per km payable direct at the end of the trip. Any extra meals at the hotels. Environmental Fees and Innerline Permits (to be paid directly). Any extra sightseeing that is not mentioned in the tour program. Any personal expenses like, bar bills, telephone bills, tips, beverages, medical / travel insurance, still/video camera fee, costs or any other cost not included above.
