Srinagar and Gulmarg Travel Package

DAY - 1 - Arrive Srinagar

Arrive at Srinagar airport and you would be transferred to your hotel or houseboat where you will proceed for check-in. Later proceed for Srinagar. It is at once a collection of images. It tells the story of the love of the Mughal Emperors for this paradise-like vale with deep green rice fields, rivers, gardens in bloom and lakes rimmed by houseboats, where lush wild gardens of lotus and water-lily grow amidst bustling lanes. Afternoon visit important sights of Srinagar City.

Shankaracharya Temple is situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, it is nearly one thousand feet above the city. Nishat Bagh is the largest Mughal garden situated on the banks of world-famous Dal-Lake in the backdrop of Zabarwan hills encircles the Dal Lake. Shalimar Bagh was planted by Mughal emperor Jehangir for Empress Noor Jahan in 1619 AD and later extended in 1727 A.D. by Shah Jahan. The Garden blooms with innumerable varieties of flowers in spring and autumn. Overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.

Day - 2 - Pahalgam (By surface: 98 km – 3 hrs)

In the morning your journey starts towards Pahalgam, en-route visit Saffron fields of Pampora, see the beautiful countryside, lots of rice fields and Awantipura ruins on the way. Awantipura Ruins (1100 years Old Temple) was Built-in 09th century AD by King Avantivarman and dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Situated 29 km from Srinagar, the temple ruins at Awantipura represent some of the finest examples of architecture of this region.

Later continue your drive to Pahalgam through the pine forest, the confluence of the streams flowing from the river Lidder and Sheshnag Lake which is famous for their scenic beauty. Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) is a resort set in a pristine village lying next to the Lidder River. Once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. After having your lunch at a local restaurant, proceed to have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of the magnificent view of mountains.

Day - 3 - Gulmarg (by surface: 55 km – 1.5 hrs)

Morning proceeds for a picturesque drive to Gulmarg. Gulmarg (Meadow of Gold) is exquisitely situated in a pine surrounded basin of the Pir Panjal range at an altitude of 2,730 meters above sea level and one of the most famous tourist destinations of Kashmir. It also has one of the world’s highest green golf courses with 18 holes, as well as a clubhouse, which is a historical building in its own right.

Day - 4 - Depart Srinagar (by surface: 12 km – 45 Min)

Morning enjoys a relaxing Shikara ride on the lake – It is one of the most soothing and relaxing aspects of a holiday in Kashmir, later you will be transferred to Srinagar airport in time to board the flight to back home.