6-Day Kashmir Highlights Tour with Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg

6 Days Duration

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Heaven on Earth, the valley of Kashmir offers a woody abyss surrounding steep mountainous terrain. Known for its unparalleled landscapes, clear blue skies revea...

Duration: 6 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg · Languages: English

Know before you go: Please note: in Jammu & Kashmir, only postpaid mobile connections work.; At the time of booking, bring the birth certificate of any child travelling below 5 years.; Book your railway tickets yourself.; Book your air tickets early to get the early bird discount available on the internet.; Overseas Holidays will not be responsible if the flight is delayed or cancelled.; The company is responsible only for those services which are charged to the guest.; All other services which are not paid for by the guest to the company are suggested services, and the company is not bound to provide those services or pay the cost for the same.; If, due to reasons beyond our control such as riots, floods, political unrest, strikes, accidents, or any other natural or man-made calamities, the program of the tour has to be changed or extended, the additional expenditure for the same will have to be borne by the passengers. If any passenger has to leave the tour midway due to any reason such as the death of a relative, illness, or any other reason, there shall be no refund for the remaining portion of the tour.; If the passenger has any complaints regarding our service, such as hotels, houseboats, or transport, they are advised to inform us so that the same can be addressed on the spot. No complaints or refund for the same will be entertained after the tour program.; Confirmation of the packages is subject to receipt of 100% payment: 50% of the payment as an advance and the rest of the amount on or before 10 days of the tour date; otherwise, the booking will be released automatically without any further intimation from our end.; In cases where the trip is booked within 10 days of the tour date, 100% of the payment has to be made at the time of booking.; Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and may be chargeable by the hotel. The standard check-in time is 1300 hrs and the standard check-out time is 1200 hrs.; Within 30 days prior to the arrival date of the tour packages/hotel booking/transportation: 20% retention of the tour cost.; Within 15 days prior to the arrival date of the tour packages/hotel booking/transportation: 40% retention of the tour cost.; Within 7 days prior to the arrival date of the tour packages/hotel booking/transportation: 70% retention of the tour cost.; Within 4 days prior to the arrival date of the tour packages/hotel booking/transportation: 100% retention of the tour cost.

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What's Included

One-night stay at a houseboat.
One-night stay at a hotel in Gulmarg.
One-night stay at a hotel in Pahalgam.
Two-night stay at a hotel in Srinagar.
English-speaking Indian tour guide.
Sightseeing as per the tour itinerary.
Meals - daily buffet breakfast and dinner are included.
Transportation - entire round-trip journey by non-AC vehicle as per group strength.
Shikara ride for 60 minutes on Dal Lake.
Unlimited transfers from the houseboat to the ghat.
Overseas Holidays tour coordinator ex Srinagar.
All currently applicable taxes, i.e. hotel tax and transportation tax.
All toll taxes, parking charges, and driver allowances are included.
Honeymoon inclusions: flower bed decoration, candlelight dinner, and honeymoon cake at the houseboat for 1 night.

Not Included

Air/train fares.
GST 5%.
Any other item not specified.
Big/small vehicle will be provided as per the group size.
Any insurance.
Garden entrance fees and guide charges, wherever applicable.
Items of a personal nature, tips, laundry, room service, telephone, alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks.
Beverages, room heaters, boat rides, pony/horse rides, safaris, rafting, skiing, skating, cable car/ropeway rides, helicopter rides, additional sightseeing tours and excursions not included in the itinerary, and still or video camera fees.

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Srinagar, Srinagar City Tour

Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. Proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankaracharya temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, the famous Mughal Gardens - Chashma Shahi Garden, Nishat Bagh & Shalimar Bagh. These gardens were Mughal Emperors' concept of Paradise, and today these are popular picnic spots. Proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankaracharya temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, the famous Mughal Gardens - Chashma Shahi Garden, Nishat Bagh & Shalimar Bagh. These gardens were Mughal Emperors' concept of Paradise, and today these are popular picnic spots. Also, visit a handicraft shop where you can purchase local Hand Crafted items - Shawls, Jackets, Bed Covers, Paper Mache, Carpets & much more! In the evening, stroll alongside Dal Lake, exploring the local markets. Also, visit a handicraft shop where you can purchase local Hand Crafted items - Shawls, Jackets, Bed Covers, Paper Mache, Carpets & much more! In the evening, stroll alongside Dal Lake, exploring the local markets.
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Day 02

Srinagar to Sonamarg, Return to Srinagar

Today you embark on a full-day excursion to the picturesque 'meadow of gold’ - Sonamarg. Sonamarg is the last stop of Kashmir District. From here starts the territory of Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743 mt above sea level. The fast flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout and masher fishing in summer. Today you embark on a full-day excursion to the picturesque 'meadow of gold’ - Sonamarg. Sonamarg is the last stop of Kashmir District. From here starts the territory of Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743 mt above sea level. The fast flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout and masher fishing in summer. You can opt for a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (by your own payment). You can opt for a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (by your own payment). Return to the hotel in Srinagar in the evening. Return to the hotel in Srinagar in the evening.
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Day 03

Srinagar to Pahalgam, Awantipura Ruins

Early in the morning, leave for Pahalgam, the 'valley of shepherds', situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from river Lidder and Sheeshnag Lake. Early in the morning, leave for Pahalgam, the 'valley of shepherds', situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from river Lidder and Sheeshnag Lake. On the way, visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman. On the way, visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman. On arrival into Pahalgam, enjoy the surrounding beauty or walk to Baisaren, about 2 km from Pahalgam. A small village set in pine and fir forest is pleasing and offers a good view. On arrival into Pahalgam, enjoy the surrounding beauty or walk to Baisaren, about 2 km from Pahalgam. A small village set in pine and fir forest is pleasing and offers a good view.
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Day 04

Pahalgam to Gulmarg

In the morning, after having breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. The route to Gulmarg is fascinating. In the morning, after having breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. The route to Gulmarg is fascinating. You will be mesmerized by its beauty. Gulmarg is famous all over the world for Skiing and Snowboarding. During the British Raj, Gulmarg hosted the Britishers and Europeans, and as such, they created a European hill resort and named it Gulmarg. You will be mesmerized by its beauty. Gulmarg is famous all over the world for Skiing and Snowboarding. During the British Raj, Gulmarg hosted the Britishers and Europeans, and as such, they created a European hill resort and named it Gulmarg. In Gulmarg, you would be able to find European surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course. In Gulmarg, you would be able to find European surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course.
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Day 05

Gondola Cable Car Ride, Gulmarg to Srinagar

After having breakfast enjoy Gondola Cable Car Ride, the world’s highest and Asia’s longest cable car (at your own cost). After having breakfast enjoy Gondola Cable Car Ride, the world’s highest and Asia’s longest cable car (at your own cost). Enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point. Enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point. In the afternoon, return to Srinagar and do local sightseeing of the remaining Srinagar. In the afternoon, return to Srinagar and do local sightseeing of the remaining Srinagar. Houseboat in Srinagar in the evening. Houseboat in Srinagar in the evening.
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Day 06

Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport to board your flight. After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport to board your flight.