Magical Himalayan Valleys
7 nights / 8 days
Day
01 : Delhi -Srinagar.
Arrival by air.
» Reception upon arrival and transfer
to Deluxe Houseboat / Hotel.
» Afternoon Shikara ride on the Dal Lake,
Visiting floating/ vegatable gardens.
» Dinner and overnight stay in deluxe
Houseboat / Hotel.
Day 02 : Srinagar-Sonamarg.
Full day excursion to Sonamarg by car. The distance
of about 87 kms. Will be covered in about 3 ½
hrs. time. Sonamarg lies inSindh Valley strewn
with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonamarg
is also the base for some interesting treks to high
altitude Himalayan lakes.
» Drive back from Sonamarg and transfer
to Deluxe Houseboat or hotel for dinner and overnight
stay.
Day 03 : Srinagar.
Morning sightseeing of the Mughal gardens , visiting
Nishat Bagh built by Asaf Khan, the
brother -in- law of Jehangir in 1632 A.D.,
and Shalimar Bagh built by Jehangir for his
wife empress Nur Jahan. All the gardens are situated
on the banks of the Dal Lake with the Zabarwan
hills in the background. Late afternoon visit Shankaracharya
temple perched on the hilltop with lovely views of
the valley & old city.
» Lunch at Houseboat / Hotel.
» Afternoon free.
» Dinner and overnight stay in deluxe
Houseboat / Hotel.
Day 04 : Srinagar-Gulmarg.
Full day trip to Gulmarg (the meadow of flowers) 2730
metres, above sea level. The distance of 56 kms will
be covered in about 2 ½ hrs. Gulmarg has one
of the best ski slopes in the world, and one of the
highest golf courses in the world with 18 holes. You
can also enjoy a view of Nanga Parbat if the
weather permits. The view en route from Tangmarg to
Gulmarg is fascinating.
» A short trek up to Khilanmarg, which
canbe covered in about 3 hrs., is optional.
» The Gondola lift for mountain rides
is also available.
» Stay overnight in Gulmarg.
Day 05 : Gulmarg---Srinagar-Pahalgam.
After breakfast drive to Pahalgam via Srinagar. The
distance of about 152 kms. Will be covered in about
5 hrs.
» En route, visiting saffron fields of
Pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of
lord Vishnu built by the king Awantivarman), and enjoy
the beautiful countryside. Drive through the pine
forest.
» Arrive at Pahalgam (the valley of Shepherds)
and transfer to hotel.
» After lunch , walk along pony trails
with a magnificent view of the mountains.
» Dinner and overnight stay in hotel at
Pahalgam.
Day 06 : Pahalgam.
» Free for individual activities.
» Visit Chandanwari or Aru on ponies /horses.
» Lunch / dinner & overnight stay
in hotel.
Day 07 : Srinagar.
» After breakfast drive to Srinagar .
On arrival transfer to deluxe House boat / hotel.
» Dinner and overnight stay in deluxe
Houseboat / Hotel.
Day 08 : Departure by air.
After breakfast , transfer to airport for the return
journey.