Popularly known as the "Paradise on Earth", Jammu and Kashmir is world famous for its scenic splendor, snow-capped mountains, exquisite monuments, hospitable people and local handicrafts. Kashmir is dotted with the most beautiful mountain peaks, massive glaciers, splendid monasteries, blue lakes, rivers, forests, verdant meadows and tall pine trees. While sports like Skiing, golf, trekking, river rafting, paragliding, camping make the trip to Jammu and Kashmir more adventurous, Amarnath and Vaishno Devi attract a large number of pilgrims every year. Dal Lake, Kashmir Valley, Khardung La Pass, Gulmarg, Shalimar Bagh are some of the major attractions of the state. The unparalleled beauty and charm of the state and the sweetness of the residents will remain etched in your memory forever.
Arrival at Srinagar Airport and transfer to the hotel. Srinagar is famous for its beautiful Dal Lake, Kashmiri cuisine, scenic beauty, and houseboats. It is undoubtedly a fascinating city one should experience at least once in a lifetime. Afternoon proceed for visit to Mughal - Shalimar Bagh, Nishant bagh, Chashme Shahi. Drive along the Lake side on Boulevard. Overnight stay in Srinagar hotel.
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After breakfast drive to Sonamarg, Located at an altitude of 2,740 m, Sonmarg is an ideal stopover for nature lovers who want to enjoy camping in a hill station. Known as the Meadow of Gold, Sonmarg is the gateway to Ladakh and is known for its verdant and picturesque valleys and snow-clad peaks. Visit to Thajiwas Glacier - located 3 km from Sonmarg and is known for its mystic views and its risky trek. The destination is Jammu and Kashmir's treasure with its magnificent frozen lake, mountains covered in a thicket of snow, its fir and pine trees, and alpine meadows and Zero Point - Good place to enjoy in snow & can use other activities snow bike, ski , slides etc. Return back to Srinagar & overnight at Srinagar hotel.
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After Breakfast, transfer to Gulmarg called as “Meadow of Flowers” . Gulmarg is 52 Kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ft. Gulmarg also referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort & the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course. One of the main attractions in Gulmarg is the Gulmarg Gondola, the Highest Cable Car in the world. Enjoy the Gondola Ride – The Gulmarg Gondola is famous for being one of the world’s second highest and Asia’s highest and longest cable car rides. The first phase of the ride takes tourists to 8530ft, and the second phase takes them to 12293ft. The ride offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped Himalayas. You can also enjoy the adventure activities like Ski, ATV Ride, Snowboarding, Snowmobile Ride, Sledging etc. Evening return back Srinagar. Overnight stay in Srinagar hotel.
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After breakfast drive for Doodhpathri / Sonmarg.
Doodhpathri know as a valley of milk, located in Budgam district, lies in bowl shaped valley in Pir Panjal Range. Its an alpine valley covered with snow clad mountains. Not a lot of tourists come to this place, since the road conditions are not favorable. After some quiet and peaceful time at Doodhpathri, be back to Srinagar for overnight stay at hotel.
Sonamarg, Located at an altitude of 2,740 m, Sonmarg is an ideal stopover for nature lovers who want to enjoy camping in a hill station. Known as the Meadow of Gold, Sonmarg is the gateway to Ladakh and is known for its verdant and picturesque valleys and snow-clad peaks. Visit to Thajiwas Glacier - located 3 km from Sonmarg and is known for its mystic views and its risky trek. The destination is Jammu and Kashmir's treasure with its magnificent frozen lake, mountains covered in a thicket of snow, its fir and pine trees, and alpine meadows and Zero Point - Good place to enjoy in snow & can use other activities snow bike, ski , slides etc. Return back to Srinagar & overnight at Srinagar hotel.
After breakfast, check out from Hotel & drive straight to Pahalgam. Known as the “Valley of Shepherds”. Pahalgam is famous for its scenic beauty and is the jewel of the picturesque Liddar valley in the high Himalayas. It provides an ideal setting for hiking, trekking, and fishing. Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. You can visit to Baisaran (own your own cost) - Baisaran Valley is famous as 'Mini Switzerland' because of its long, dark meadows looking similar those found in Switzerland. The thick pine timberland that lends the green-carpet look to the glade gives a differentiating hue to snow-topped crests of the encircling mountains. Here you ca enjoy the Horse rides, Pony ride, Ziplining, Zorbing. Overnight stay at Hotel in Pahalgam.
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Today after breakfast proceed for visit to Aru Valley, Chandanwari and Betab Valley. (on your own cost). Overnight stay at Hotel in Pahalgam.
The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. It is popular among the tourists for its natural environment and scenery. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier, the Tarsar-Marsar lakes and the Katrinag valley.
Betaab Valley - The valley also serves as a base camp for trekkers and is a good place to start a further exploration of the mountains. Betaab Valley gained prominence after the Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh starrer film, Betaab, was shot here in 1983. Thus, the valley was named after the hit film.
Chandanwari - The place is known for its serene atmosphere and is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Chandanwari valley is also the Gateway of the Holy Amarnath Yatra. As you drive to chandanwari you’ll be greeted by stunning views of snow-capped peaks and the Lidder River flowing through the valley.
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Today morning after breakfast check out from hotel and drive for Srinagar. On arrival transfer to Srinagar Airport to board the flight for your onward destinations.
Cities
Srinagar, Pahalgam, Kargil, Leh, Nubra, Pangong