Highlights

1. Arrival in Srinagar and Houseboat Stay: Start your journey with a warm welcome at Srinagar Airport, followed by transfer to a houseboat for an overnight stay. You'll have the opportunity to relax and settle in before embarking on the evening's activities.
2. Local Srinagar City Tour: Enjoy an evening visit to the famous Mughal Gardens - Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh. Experience a serene shikara ride on Dal Lake. If visiting during the Tulip season, a special visit to the Tulip Garden is included.

Day Excursions:

• Gulmarg: Known for its scenic beauty and the Asia's Highest Cable Car Project, the Gulmarg Gondola. Optional activities include sledge riding or snowmobile rides on snow-covered slopes.
• Doodhpatri: A picturesque valley known as the "Valley of Milk," surrounded by green meadows and a flowing river.
• Pahalgam: Offers scenic views and activities such as hiking, trekking, and fishing. Visits to Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari are possible.
• Daksum: A trekker's paradise with coniferous forests and the melodious sound of the Bringi River. The trip may include a visit to Sinthan Top Valley.
• Sonmarg: Famous for its golden meadow, it's an ideal place for pony rides up to Thajiwas Glacier or sledge riding on snow.

1. Cultural and Handicraft Insights: The itinerary includes a stop at a Handloom Emporium en route back to Srinagar from the day excursions, offering insights into local crafts.
2. Meals and Accommodations: The tour includes daily buffet breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Accommodations are arranged in a houseboat in Srinagar and hotels during excursions.

Special Notes:

Room heating facilities in houseboats are subject to removal from April onwards due to warmer weather conditions.

• The inclusion of Tulip Garden visits is subject to the season.
• Dynamic pricing may affect hotel rates, and guests are advised to recheck availability and rates at the time of booking.

Departure: After breakfast on the final day, guests will be transferred to Srinagar airport to board their return flight, concluding the tour with happy memories.

This itinerary offers a comprehensive exploration of Kashmir's stunning landscapes, cultural heritage, and unique experiences, making it a memorable journey

Inclusions

Day 1: Arrival and Srinagar City Tour

• Airport Pickup: Guests are received at the Srinagar Airport by a representative or driver.
• Houseboat Stay: Transfer from the airport to a houseboat, including check-in and time to relax.
• Sightseeing in Srinagar: Visits to Shalimar Bagh and Nishant Bagh, with an evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
• Overnight Stay: Accommodation at the houseboat in Srinagar.
• Special Note: Visit to the Tulip Garden during the tulip season as an additional sightseeing activity, subject to time availability.

Day 2: Excursion to Gulmarg or Doodhpatri

• Buffet Breakfast at the houseboat/hotel.
• Excursion Option 1: Day trip to Gulmarg, including the opportunity to enjoy the Gulmarg Gondola for scenic views and activities like sledge riding or snowmobile riding on snow-covered slopes. Gondola tickets are to be purchased by guests.
• Excursion Option 2: Day trip to Doodhpatri, known for its meadows and scenic beauty.
• Enroute Visit: Handloom Emporium on the way back to Srinagar.
• Dinner and Overnight Stay: At the hotel in Srinagar.

Day 3: Excursion to Pahalgam or Daksum

• Buffet Breakfast at the hotel.
• Excursion Option 1: Day trip to Pahalgam, offering activities like hiking, trekking, and fishing, and visits to Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari Valley (costs and operations on a direct payment basis).
• Excursion Option 2: Day trip to Daksum, featuring trekking opportunities and the Sinthan Top Valley (costs and operations on a direct payment basis).
• Return to Srinagar: Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4: Excursion to Sonmarg

• Buffet Breakfast at the hotel.
• Day Trip to Sonmarg: Known for its natural beauty and as a base for treks. Options for pony rides to Thajiwas Glacier or sledge riding on snow (costs and operations on a direct payment basis).
• Return to Srinagar: Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Departure Day: Fly Back Home

• Departure Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport for the return flight.

Additional Notes

• Dynamic Pricing: Hotel rates in Srinagar may vary based on demand, events, and the booking period. Guests are advised to recheck rates and availability at the time of booking.

Exclusions

1. Airfare to and from Srinagar: Unless specifically mentioned, flights to and from Srinagar are generally not included in tour packages.

2. Gondola/Cable Car Tickets in Gulmarg: The cost for the Gulmarg Gondola ride is not included. Guests are advised to purchase tickets on their own through the official website or opt for booking with an additional cost through the tour provider.
3. Activities and Entrances Fees: Any direct payment activities in Pahalgam (Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Chandanwari Valley), Daksum (Sinthan Top Valley), and Sonmarg (pony rides to Thajiwas Glacier, sledge riding on snow) are likely exclusions.
4. Meals Outside of Those Specified: While buffet breakfasts and dinners are mentioned, lunches and any additional meals or snacks outside of these may not be included.
5. Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc., are typically not included.
6. Travel Insurance: Unless specified, travel insurance is usually not included but is highly recommended for all travelers.
7. Transportation for Optional Sightseeing: Any transportation costs related to optional sightseeing activities not mentioned in the itinerary would likely be excluded.
8. Guide Services: Unless explicitly mentioned, the services of a guide for personal or optional tours may not be included.
9. Tulip Garden Entry (Seasonal): If the visit to the Tulip Garden is outside of the mentioned Tulip season or requires an entry fee, this may not be included.

Special Note

• Dynamic Pricing for Accommodation: Rates for hotels or houseboats may vary based on demand, season, and booking period. Any fluctuations in price from the time of quoting to booking are typically not covered by the initial package price.

• COVID-19 Related Exclusions: Any specific health or safety requirements, tests, or insurance might not be included and would be the responsibility of the travelers.

Accommodation

• Pahalgam - Green Heights / Similar

• Srinagar - Hotel Sejour Luxury / Similar

Meals

• Daily Breakfast 
• 03 Complimentary Dinner
• 01 Hi Tea On the lake (Kashmiri Kahwa With vegetables Pakora)
• 01 Authentic Kashmiri lunch on the lake 
• 01 Kashmiri Dinner