Days 01: Srinagar–
Arrive Srinagar the summer capital of Kashmir situated at 5200 ft above sea level. Meet and assist by our representative and Transfer to Houseboat. After noon visit shankaracharya temple dedicated by Lord shiva and then visit famous Mughal Gardens of Nishat (Garden of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jahangir in 1632 AD overlooking the crystal clear Emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar (Garden of Love)built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. During spring until autumn these gardens are full of flowers dinner and overnight stay in Houseboat
Day 2:- Srinagar- Sonmarg – Srinagar
After breakfast drive for a wonderful trip up to Sonmarg 86 km one way (Meadow of Gold) . The distance will take about 2 and half 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. Enroute stop for wonderful picturs of snow capped mountains from Gagangeer till sonmarg the view is fantastic . 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) pony ride to Thajwas Glacier. Later drive back to Srinagar.Dinner and Overnight stay at houseboat srinagar .
Day03:- Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar
After Breakfast drive to Pahalgam which is the most beautiful drive 96kms one way enroute visit Saffron fields , Awantipora Temple this was 9th century Captial of Kashmir , Cricket bat factories . We stop at many beautiful spots for photoshots and continue drive to Pahalgam (The Valley of Sheppard’s) also visit Mattan temple with holy Fishes , ashmuqaam Shrine and raffting view point .Continue drive to pahalgam along the shimmering stream of Lidder river flowing from high mountains, enjoy ( optional ) pony ride to baisarian kashmir valley. . later drive back to srinagar Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel/ houseboat .
Day4:- Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar
After breakfast Drive to Gulmarg 58 Kms one way (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 villag. Stop at Tangmarg village for Tea/ coffee / washroom . Then proceed to Gulmarg 13kms throug pine forests. Stop at view point for picturs of Drang valley and himalyan range mountains. Gulmarg has highest 18 hole golf course in the world and has developed into a famous Ski resort. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat (26,600 ft) if weather permits. enjoy ( OPTIONAL) Gondola ride ( Cable Car) from 8800ft to 10200ft 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). Later drive back to srinagar enjoy Shikara Ride (Gondola of Kashmir) on Dal Lake, visiting Floating Gardens, Lotus Garden and vegetable gardens Dinner & overnight stay in Hotel / houseboat
Day 05:- Departure:-
After breakfast, free and easy or Visit the local bazar later transfer to Srinagar airport as per your flight timing for a spectacular mountain flight to Delhi, for onwards journey.