JAMMU AND KASHMIR 10 DAYS 9 NIGHTS

Arrive in Srinagar On arrival at the Srinagar Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative who will assist and escort you to your waiting vehicle. From the airport, it is a 35-minute drive through the heart of New Srinagar city. The drive takes you past the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jehlum river, snaking its way towards the North-Western frontier of Kashmir. Arrive and check in at the hotel / Houseboat. Later some half a day of local sightseeing of Srinagar which includes the Mughal Gardens, visiting Chashma Shahi The garden was developed on the orders of Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 by Ali Mardan Khan around an abundant spring emerging from the slopes of the Zabarwan Mountains. The waters of the spring are renowned for their cool and rejuvenating qualities; Nishat Bagh was built by Asaf Khan, the brother-in-law of Jehangir in 1632 AD, and Shalimar Bagh was built by Jehangir for his wife empress Nur Jahan. Built-in between a period of 14 years the two gardens are a heritage left behind by the erstwhile Mughals, whose taste for laying exquisite gardens was fascinating. All the gardens are situated on the banks of  Dal Lake with the Zabarwan hills in the background. In the Evening Enjoy a Shikara Ride in the famous Dal Lake. Dinner and Overnight in the Houseboat

Srinagar-Sonamarg-Srinagar After breakfast full-day excursion to Sonmarg which is one of the most beautiful drives from Srinagar. Sonmarg is at 98kms from Srinagar. It will take about 3 hours to reach Sonmarg. Sonmarg is the last stop of the Kashmir District. From here starts the territory of Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743 m above sea level, Sonmarg is true to its name, which means 'Meadow of Gold'. The moment you enter Sonmarg, the first thing that you will notice will be the snow-covered mountain that forms the backdrop of the town. Covered with alpine trees from all sides, Sonmarg has a few of the loveliest flower collections in Jammu and Kashmir. You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Return to Srinagar Hotel. By the evening for overnight stay

Srinagar - Yousmarg - Srinagar (Day Trip) After breakfast. Drive to Gulmarg. Yusmarg is approximately 47 km from Srinagar and lies in the Badgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. The two-hour drive to the place is an enjoyment in itself. Grassy pastures stretching to acres of land, the dense forests full of pine trees, with the backdrop of splendid snow-capped mountains leave you almost speechless. Within commutable distance from Srinagar, the capital of Kashmir, Yusmarg is the perfect place to go for a picnic. Especially, for the lovers of long walks in picturesque locales, Yusmarg is the place to be. Evening back to Srinagar. Stay overnight in a houseboat. Dinner will be served at Hotel

Srinagar - Gulmarg (52kms Kms ) After breakfast, we check out of the hotel in Srinagar and proceed to Gulmarg. On arrival check in to the hotel. Gulmarg is one of the most beautiful resorts in the valley. It is at 52kms from Srinagar. Gulmarg has been a resort for the kings like Yousuf Shah Chak and Jahangir who used to visit frequently. Gulmarg boasts Asia's highest and longest cable car project, the Gulmarg Gondola. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of nearby Afarwat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft). You can also try skiing on your own. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and also has the highest golf course in the world with 18 holes. Dinner & overnight at hotel

Gulmarg Local Sight Seeing After breakfast we Vit in Gulmarg Sightseeing. It is one of the most beautiful resorts in the valley. It is at 52kms from Srinagar. Gulmarg has been a resort for the kings like Yousuf Shah Chak and Jahangir who used to visit frequently. Gulmarg boasts Asia's highest and longest cable car project, the Gulmarg Gondola. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of nearby Afarwat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft). You can also try skiing on your own. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and also hathe s highest golf course in the world with 18 holes. Dinner & overnight at hotel.

Gulmarg/ Pahalgam (142 Kms ) After breakfast we check out of the hotel in Gulmarg and proceed to Pahalgam. On arrival check in to the hotel Arguably Pahalgam is one of the most beautiful places on earth; the town of Pahalgam (Village of Shepherds) offers breathtaking views s of the Himalayas. O,n arrival we check in to the hotel. After reaching Pahalgathe m we have the rest of the day free for individual activities. Stay the night at the hotel.

Pahalgam After breakfast we visit Pahalgam Sightseeing Aru /Betab valley Chandanwari.Arguably Pahalgam is one of the most beautiful places on earth; the town of Pahalgam (Village of Shepherds) offers breathtaking ing views of Hima, layers. On arrival, we check in to the hotel. After reaching the Pahalgam, we have the rest of the day free for individual activities es. Stay over the night at the hotel.

Pahalgam - Katra After breakfast we check out f the hotel in Pahalgam to Katra On arrival check in to the hotel. After lunchtime free at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Katra After breakfast visit Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine (12kmsBy Helicopter, return to Katra late in the evening/night, we dinner and overnight stay at Katra. Mata Vaishno Devi temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Shakti and is the second most visited religious shrine in India after Tirupati Balaji Temple. overnight stay at Katra

Katra to Jammu Drop After breakfast time free till departure. Transfer by car to Jammu airport /Railway Station for departure to next destination.