KASHMIR
Set like a jewelled crown on the map of India, Kashmir is a multi-faceted diamond, changing its hues with the seasons - always extravagantly beautiful. Two major Himalayan ranges, the Great Himalayan Range and the Pir Panchal, surround the landscape from the north and south respectively. They are the source of great rivers, which flow down into the valleys, forested with orchards and decorated by lily-laden lakes.
The Mughals aptly called Kashmir 'Paradise on Earth' where they journeyed across the hot plains of India, to the valleys cool environs in summer. Here they laid, with great love and care, Srinagar's many formal, waterfront gardens, now collectively known as the Mughal Gardens.
Kashmir is a land where myriad holiday ideas are realised. In winter, when snow carpets the mountains, there is skiing, tobogganing, sledge-riding, etc. along the gentle slopes. In spring and summer, the honey-dewed orchards, rippling lakes and blue skies beckon every soul to sample the many delights the mountains and valleys have to offer. Golfing at 2,700 m above the sea, water-skiing in the lakes and angling for prized rainbow trout, or simply drifting down the willow fringed alleys of lakes in shikaras and living in gorgeous houseboats are some of the most favoured ones.
KASHMIR Duration :- 06 Nights / 07 days
Places covered : Srinagar-Localsightseeing-Sonamarg-Pahalgam-Gulmarg
Day 01:- Srinagar - Local Sightseeing.
Warm wel-come and arrival assistance by our RVH representative at Srinagar airport at an altitude of 1730 mtrs and transfer to Hotel / House-Boat, Srinagar known as Paradise on Earth and The Venice of Asia. Afternoon leave for Shankaracharya Temple / Takht-e-Suleiman about 1000fts from Srinagar for panaromic view of the valley and then visit famous Mughal gardens of Cheshmashahi , Nishat and Shalimar are the Mughal Emperors concept of Paradise. Evening Shikara ride of the lake.
Day 02:- Srinagar - Sonamarg - Srinagar.
After breakfast drive to Sonamarg for full day excursion ( 9000fts ),The Golden Meadow. Sonamarg is the beginning of the enchanted journey into a natural wonderland. Surrounded by mountains upto 5300 mtrs high the valley is divided by a spur of the Thajwas Range. Baltal the base camp for Amarnath Piligrim lies 15 kms north of Sonamarg. This little valley lies at the foot hill of Zojila. At arrival visit Snow covered mountain throughout the year known as Thajiwas Glacier at self. Evening return back to Srinagar.
Day 03:- Srinagar - Pahalgam.
After breakfast drive for an overnight tour of Pahalgam 7200fts (village of shepherds) enroute visiting the world famous saffron growing fields, Awantipura temple ruins (9th century) and Martand Temple(sun temple).On arrival in Pahalgam transfer to Hotel. Afternoon visit famous sights from Indian film industry ( bollywood) Baisaran view point, Beetab valley, Aru village and Chandanwari at self. Pahalgam is also famous for trekking routes and base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Enjoy the natural beauty and river Lidder. Evening at leisure.
Day 04:- Pahalgam - Local Sightseeing.
Late morning visit famous sights from Indian film industry ( bollywood), Baisaran view point, Aru village and Chandanwari by horses or car at self. Pahalgam is also famous for trekking routes and base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Enjoy the natural beauty and river Lidder by evening.
Day 05:- Pahalgam - Gulmarg.
Morning after breakfast leave Pahalgam to Gulmarg by-passing Srinagar at 8700 fts know as meadow of flowers, famous for Golf course during summer with 18 holes hghest Golf course in the World and ski resort in Winter. Afternoon free at leisure.
Day 06:- Gulmarg - Srinagar.
Morning after breakfast day to explore Gulmarg, visiting Gondola (cable car). Horse ridding, Golfing and snow sledge at self. Evening drive back to Srinagar.
Day 07:- Srinagar - Departure.
Morning after break fast Shikara ride of the lake and then depart to Srinagar Airport / bus station for onward Destination.