Days 01: Srinagar.
Arrive Srinagar the summer capital of Kashmir situated at 5200 ft above sea level. Transfer to Hotel. After noon, Visit to Shankracharya temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Mughal Gardens ,Chamashahi ,Nishat Bagh ,Shalimar Bagh. During spring until autumn these gardens are full of flowers. Pay a visit to Kashmir Handicraft centre for Kashmir Pashmina shawl and wood carving. Overnight stay at Hotel/Houseboat
Day 02:- Srinagar-Sonmarg- Srinagar
After breakfast wonderful trip up to Sonmarg 86 km (Meadow of Gold) . The distance will take about 3 hours drive up to Sonmarg which goes along the Sindh River. It is also known as the Sindh Valley Tour. The drive is very spectacular with beautiful sceneries. Once you reach Sonmarg you will feel like you are in the Swiss Alps. The meadows of Sonmarg have a spectacular beauty from the strewn with the loveliest of Alpine flowers, lots of fir and pine and silver birch trees. Optional pont ride to Thajwas Glacier.Dinner and Overnight stay at Houseboat/ hotel.
Day3: Srinagar- Gulmarg-
After breakfast enjoy an excursion to Gulmarg 58 Kms (Meadow of Flowers) at a height of 8800ft above sea level. Here you will witness the beauty of Nature surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll’s village. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat (26,600 ft) if weather permits. Gulmarg has highest 18 whole golf course in the world and has developed into a famous Ski resort. ( OPTIONAL) Gondola ride ( Cable Car) from 8800ft to 10 200ft Kongdoori point high above the meadows and snow covered slopes of Apherwat and Khilanmarg mountain which provide a play ground for skiing, tobogganing, pony ride ( ON YOUR OWN EXPENSES). Dinner and overnight stay in hotel
Day04:- Gulmarg – Pahalgam 150 km
After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds). The drive through pine mountains and cascading Lidder river and idyllic resort for relaxation.Enroute visit at Awantipur Temple Ruins founded by Avantivarman, who ruled Kashmir in 9th Century AD, The site has two imposing Temples, The larger one is of Lord Shiva- stop at Pampore Saffron fields, visit Mattan Holy Fish Shiva temple, continue drive along the Lidder river a beautiful river with lovely sceneries all around, Pahalgam is known for take off point for treks in the surrounding Himalyan mountains. Later check in hotel for Dinner and overnight stay
Day05:- Pahalgam .
After breakfast Visit Beetab valley by local Jeep famous for Indian Bolly wood.(at your own expenses ) After noon Free and easy. OR optional pony ride around the Pahalgam. Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day06:- Pahalgam - Srinagar:.
After breakfast explore the surrounding area of Pahalgam, later drive back to Srinagar 96 Kms .evening Shikara ride to Dal Lake (Gondola of Kashmir) on Dal Lake, visiting Floating Gardens, Lotus Garden vegetable gardens.and back water canals Overnight stay at Deluxe Houseboat / Hotel.
Day 0 7:- Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport as per your flight timing for a spectacular mountain flight to Delhi.