Kashmir Heaven - (7 Days, 6 Nights)
Kashmir - Truly Heaven
Jammu and Kashmir, located in northern India, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and cultural richness. In the seventeenth century, the Mughal emperor Jahangir was captivated by the valley of Kashmir’s beauty and allure. Jahangir’s fascination with Kashmir led to increased Mughal influence in the region, shaping its history and culture. Over the centuries, Jammu and Kashmir became a melting pot of diverse traditions, including Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist influences. Despite its tumultuous past marked by conflicts and territorial disputes, the region continues to enchant visitors with its picturesque vistas and rich heritage.
Day ↝ 1
Arrive Srinagar
Arrival in Srinagar Airport at 10:30 hours, meet & transfer to a deluxe houseboat in Dal Lake. Check in to the houseboat at 12:30 hours followed by lunch on board. Post lunch at 15:30 hours take a Shakira ride for approx. 1 hour, ride across the pristine Dal Lake and enjoy the water-life of Srinagar followed visit the city centre. Evening at 18:00 hours back to the houseboat for dinner & overnight.
Day ↝ 2
Srinagar- Sonmarg- Srinagar
Morning after breakfast by 08.30 hours, proceed for full day excursion of Sonmarg (Altitude- 9,000 feet). Sonmarg, located at 84 Kms from Srinagar, is also called ‘Meadow of Gold’. With the back- drop of snow clad mountains, with the Sindh River rich in trout and Mahseer flowing, later at 16:00 start drive to Srinagar. Evening at 19:30 hour’s dinner on board and overnight in houseboat.
Day ↝ 3
Srinagar- Pahalgam
Morning after breakfast at 08:30 hours check out from the houseboat and drive to Pahalgam “Valley of Shepherds” ( Approx. 2.5 hours’ drive). On arrival at 11:00 hours check in at hotel followed by lunch. Afternoon at 15:30 hours enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is also famous for some trekking routes and is the base camp for Amaranth pilgrimage, one famous Hindu shrine. Evening at 17:30 hours back to hotel for dinner & overnight.
Day ↝ 4
Pahalgam
Morning leisurely breakfast at 07:30 hours. After breakfast, entire day free at leisure to explore local surrounding of beautiful Lidder valley on your own. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day ↝ 5
Pahalgam – Gulmarg
Morning after leisurely breakfast at 09:00 hours transfer to Gulmarg – “Meadow of Flowers” (Approx. 3.5 hours’ drive). Located at an altitude of 8,700 ft., it is a famous Ski Resort and has the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course. On arrival at 12:30 hours check in to a resort. Enjoy the scenic view of Gulmarg on a Cable Car (Gondola). Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day ↝ 6
Gulmarg- Srinagar
Morning post breakfast at 09:00 hours transfer from Gulmarg to Srinagar (Approx. 1.5 hours’ drive). Upon arrival at 11:30 hours, visit Mughal Gardens “Nishat” (The Garden of Pleasure) and “Shalimar” (Abode of All). Drive along the Lake side on Boulevard. Also visit Shankar Acharya Temple, one of the famous Hindu shrines. Post city tour at 15:30 hours check in to hotel. Later at 16:30 hours visit local Handicrafts Market for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, shawls etc. Evening at 18:00 hours back to hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day ↝ 7
Dharamshala
After breakfast check out at 09:30 hours and transfer to airport to connect the flight for onwards journey.
Land Package Price (All rates are per person basis)
Min- Max guests & vehicle type | 02- 02 (Air Condition Sedan) | 03- 05 (Air Condition MUV) | 06- 08 (Air condition Mini Van) |
With 3* hotels | (Approx SGD 370) | (Approx SGD 338) | (Approx SGD 320) |
With 4* hotels | (Approx SGD 470) | (Approx SGD 416) | (Approx SGD 390) |
Supplement for local tour guide | (Approx SGD 85) | (Approx SGD 60) | (Approx SGD 40) |
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in proposed hotels or similar
- Buffet breakfast & Dinner in all hotels
- Lunch (Fixed menu) in standard city restaurant
- Shakira ride in Dal Lake
- All transfers & sightseeing by air condition vehicle as specified as per the itinerary
- All currently applicable taxes.
Package Note
- Entrance fee in monument worth INR 600/- per person (Approx. SGD 12) is not included in this rate
- Personal expense like tip, laundry, camera fee in monuments, joy rides not included
- Pony Ride, Gondola Ride, Excursion to Betab valley, Aru village, Chandanwari
- The supplement for tour guide is accounted only the days with sightseeing tours
- Any domestic/ international airfare is not included.