Kashmir Valley Explorer 07 Night / 08 Days

On arrival at Srinagar Airport meeting and assistance by Dharika Tourism Representative Transfer to Srinagar by Road on arrival at Srinagar Check-in at Houseboat for 04 nights stay. Settle in your Houseboat over a hot cup of Kahwa - a saffron enriched and almond supplemented drink to set your mood. Evening Dinner night stay Houseboat - In thse 20th century, Srinagar was rediscovered by the British Raj as a place to go to avoid the summer heat on plains. Because they were not permitted to build on the local land, houseboats were introduced. Many of these were furnished in the style of the 1930s and now have modern facilities. They are moored in idyllic settings on the calm and peaceful Dal Lake. Houseboats are far remote from the conventional hotel; it’s more like staying in a floating holiday cottage. Most houseboats have between 2 and 4 bedrooms, there are no room keys. They are fashioned out of carved wood and the traditional furnishings give a wonderful cosiness. Each boat has its own houseboy to attend to your every need. Meals are taken on board in the dining room.;

After breakfast proceed Srinagar sightseeing of Mughal gardens, Shalimar and Nishat Bagh, Shikara Ride world famous Dal lake evening back to hotel Mughal gardens are a group of gardens built by the Mughal in the Islamic style of architecture. This style was heavily influenced by the Persian gardens particularly the Charbagh structure.[1] Significant use of rectilinear layouts is made within the walled enclosures. Some of the typical features include pools, fountains and canals inside the gardens. The Shikaras are about 15 ft long with a canopy for shade. The seats and backrest are heavily cushioned; you can relax and stretch out in “Moghul style” for your boat journeys. There are 2 boatmen to paddle in traditional style through the backwaters. They wear traditional dress, a “Phiron” or loose cap and always take their hubble-bubble pipe along and keep a constant supply of embers in their Kangris or portable heater. Shikaras are the most charming water taxis.;

After breakfasts at Houseboat Check-out from Houseboat and Check-in at Hotel than drive through the local villages and Hills to reach the place called Sonmarg also known as “Meadows of Gold” Enjoy horse riding or local sightseeing (At your own cost). Return back to Srinagar and stay at Houseboat. Sonmarg, at an altitude of 3,000 meters above sea level, 87 km north-east of Srinagar The drive to Sonmarg is though yet another spectacular facet of country side in Kashmir, this time in Sindh Valley. The Sindh Valley is the largest tributary of the valley of Kashmir. It is upwards of sixty miles long, and valley and deep rock-girt gorge to open grassy meadow land and Village-dotted slopes;

After breakfast proceeds to Gulmarg in Gulmarg you can enjoy Gondola ride to the high slopes (at your own cost). You can also enjoy the snow caped field view Evening back to Srinagar Night Stay at Srinagar Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8,500 ft and 51km west of Srinagar. It rests in a small valley with a backdrop of the lofty Pir Panjal range of the Himalaya Mountains. As the area is under snow for 6 months of the year it is popular as a skiing area. It also has one of the best natural golf courses in the world. Pony trekking is available, as are plenty of walks for bird watchers in the meadows of alpine flowers. The Highland Park Hotel is on the western side. There are magnificent views of Nanga Parbat, ranked 9th highest mountain in the world.;

After Breakfast proceeds to Doodhpathri you can enjoy the beautiful place. Evening return back to Srinagar Night Stay Doodhpathri (translation; Valley of Milk) is a tourist destination and a hill station in the Indian administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located in khan sahib area of Budgam district. Situated at an altitude of 2,730 metres (8,960 ft) from sea level, it is located at a distance of 42 km (26 mi) from union territory's summer capital Srinagar and 22 km (14 mi) from district headquarters Budgam;

After breakfast Check-out from Hotel than drive to Pahalgam (87 kms/2-3 hrs) Valley of Shepherds Enroute you will have a rare opportunity to visit the Saffron fields. Also visit Avantipura Ruins & Anantnag Sulpher Springs. You can enjoy leisurely walks through the pine forest along the river Lidder River. Check in hotel night stay Pahalgam is not a mere hill-station. It’s a recreation resort. It’s like going into the lap of nature to do many things - one of the best - that "do-nothing". You want to have a romantic trip with your beloved, want to get together with you family, and have what they call a 'quality' family time, you want to do those little interesting things with the family and kids, like take a pony ride, just picnic next to a beautiful river, just lie down under the sun next to your 'hut' with fresh breeze blowing, and read a book, or have a game of cards.;

After breakfast Day at leisure in Pahalgam you can also visit Chandan Wari, Aru Vally, Baisaran Valley, and Aru Valley. (At your own cost) evening back to hotel night stay Pahalgam is not a mere hill-station. It’s a recreation resort. It’s like going into the lap of nature to do many things - one of the best - that "do-nothing". You want to have a romantic trip with your beloved, want to get together with you family, and have what they call a 'quality' family time, you want to do those little interesting things with the family and kids, like take a pony ride, just picnic next to a beautiful river, just lie down under the sun next to your 'hut' with fresh breeze blowing, and read a book, or have a game of cards ;

After breakfast, check out from hotel transfer to Airport by road free time till departure to transfer to Srinagar Airport Board your flight to back home with Sweet memories and best Wishes;