Itinerary Details
Day 1: Srinagar - Arrival
Upon arrival in Kashmir, you will be assisted in a smooth transfer to a hotel/houseboat. Post-check-in and some rest, you may want to explore the famous boulevard or take a ride in the Shikara to appreciate the beauty of the scenic Dal Lake and its surroundings.
Evening at leisure or optionally, you may want to visit Shankaracharya, an important Hindu pilgrimage site, or Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel/houseboat.
Day 2: Srinagar (Sightseeing)
On the second day of the Splendid Kashmir tour package, we will head to the famous Mughal Gardens of Srinagar. There are 3 spectacular Mughal Gardens in Srinagar that you will visit on this second day of the Kashmir tour. You will visit Chasmeshahi, Shalimar Bagh, and Nishat Bagh.
Post visits to these magnificent Mughal Garden, take a shikara ride in the Dal Lake to behold the beauty of Srinagar and its surrounding hills.
Return to hotel/houseboat for overnight stay.
Day 3: Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar(57 kms 1.5 hours)
On the third day of your Splendid Kashmir package, proceed on a day trip to Gulmarg. Take leisure walks, visit the local markets, and play in the snow-peaked mountain when it is a melting pot in summer after the chilly winters. Located at 2730 meters above sea level, the ropeway ride to Khilanmarg is enjoyable. You get a complete view of the valley of meadows and flowers. This is among the major hill stations in India. Finally, return to Srinagar for an overnight stay in a hotel/houseboat.
Day 4: Srinagar - Pahalgam
On the fourth day of your Kashmir tour, check out from the hotel and proceed toward Pahalgam. En route, you will visit the Anantnag Sulphur Spring and Avantipura Ruins. Upon arrival in Pahalgam, check into the hotel. Get refreshed at the hotel, and then get along to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and lush valleys, and cascading Lidder River. Pahalgam's two most prominent activities are Betaab Valley and Aru Valley promenades. River Lidder is yet another attraction in Pahalgam. Pahalgam is also a base camp for several moderate and easy treks to alpine lakes in the Himalayas. In addition, Pahalgam serves as the route to the famous Amarnath Yatra during the pilgrimage season.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 5: Pahalgam - Srinagar
Post breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Srinagar. The day is for your leisure and particularly shopping. The local bazaars in Kashmir are a great place to shop woolen garments, handlooms, and handicrafts. In addition, you can check out the floating markets in Shikaras. You may also - if you wish - do an hour Shikara ride again in the Dal Lake for last glimpses of mesmerizing Srinagar.
Overnight in hotel/houseboat
Day 6: Srinagar - Departure
Relish your breakfast and head for Srinagar airport to board your return flight.