Kashmir -Switzerland of the East Tour

Day 1: Delhi – Srinagar

Morning reach Delhi airport on your own to board flight for Srinagar.On arrival in the Lake city, you are greeted and escorted by our company representative to your deluxe houseboat anchored on Dal Lake. Check in and proceed for Lunch. After Lunch day free for own activities. Evening enjoy a romantic “Shikara” (Boat) Ride on Dal Lake. Dinner & Overnight stay in Houseboat

Meals : Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar – (90 Kms/ 3 Hours’ Drive)

Morning after breakfast embarks by car for a full day excursion to the picturesque Sonmarg which is also called the “meadow of gold”. The fast flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout & mahseer fishing in summers. You can opt for a pony ride to one of the many glaciers for fun & frolic in the snow (Payment to be made directly to the pony owner & is not included in the package cost) Late evening return to Srinagar to your Houseboat in time for Dinner & Overnight stay.

Please note Lunch is not included in today’s meal plan and the option is open for you to have meals of your own choice while in Sonmarg.

Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Srinagar - Pahalgam - (102 Kms/ 3.5 Hours’ Drive)

Morning after breakfast proceed by car to the lovely tourist spot of Pahalgam. Enroute you will drive past Saffron Fields, Ruined city of Avantipur and the Anantnag sulpher springs. Later on arrival, check into your chosen hotel. Pahalgam is also known as the “Valley of the Shepherds” and is Located at 2440 meters and is famous for its alpine treks, nature walk and is also the central point of Amarnath Yatra. Afternoon is at leisure for own activities. Overnight stay

Meals : Breakfast

Day 4: Pahalgam – Gulmarg - (140 Kms/ 2.40 Hours’ Drive)

Morning after breakfast depart by car for the scenic destination of Gulmarg. It is primarily famous for its Ski Slopes and a natural 18 holes golf course, which also happens to be the highest golf course in the world. On arrival check into your chosen resort.

Afternoon enjoy a gondola ride (cable car) to 1st phase to enjoy the splendors of nature & the snowy mountains. Return to resort for Overnight stay.

Meals : Breakfast

Day 5: Gulmarg – Srinagar - (65 Kms/ 1.50 Hours’ Drive)

by car for Srinagar. On arrival, transfer to your deluxe houseboat for Lunch. Afternoon proceed for half a day guided city sightseeing tour of Srinagar City.

Srinagar is the summer capital of the Indian administered state of Jammu and Kashmir and lies on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus. The city is famous for its gardens, lakes and houseboats & is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dry fruits.

Srinagar has a long history, dating back at least to the 3rd century BC, and has been known by different names. The city was founded by the King Pravarasena II over 2,000 years ago. Srinagar is one of several places that have been called the "Venice of the East" or the "Kashmiri Venice".

Begin your guided tour visiting the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh (Garden of pleasure) having an impressive plantation of Chinar Trees on its highest terrace. Next visit Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love) situated on the banks of Dal Lake. Both the gardens are built on a symmetrical plan of central waterways with fountains dividing a series of gardened terraces, followed by a visit to the famous Shankaracharya Temple, also known as the Jyoteshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located on the summit at a height of 1,000 feet above the plains, and overlooks the city of Srinagar. The temple dates back to 200 BC, although the present structure probably dates back to the 9th century AD. The temple was visited by the Adi Shankaracharya and has ever since been associated with him.

Next visit takes us to Chashma Shahi (the royal fountains); Pari Mahal (the palace of the fairies) and the Naseem Bagh. Last if not the least, if political situation allows we will try & visit the Hazratbal Shrine. The silvery white Hazratbal Mosque is revered for housing a relic, the Prophet’s hair. Situated near the Dal Lake, the only domed mosque in Srinagar is a place of serenity. Women are allowed only till the first part of the mosque. The Hazratbal Mosque lends a historic and divine appeal to Srinagar. As you walk down the corridors of this famous religious sanctum, you marvel at the intricate Persian and Iranian architectural influences. Return to your houseboat for Dinner & Overnight stay.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Srinagar - Delhi

Morning after breakfast, on time transfer to Srinagar Airport to connect your flight to Delhi. Later on arrival own arrangements

END OF OUR SERVICES: We sincerely hope that you had an incredible” experience while in India and take this opportunity to wish you a happy & memorable journey back home.

Meals : Breakfast