Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at Srinagar Airport, begin your Kashmir Tour. You will be transferred to the Hotel. Proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankar Acharya Temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, the famous Mughal Gardens - Chashmashahi, Nishat & Shalimar & Tulip Garden (if will open) These gardens were Mughal Emperor's concept of Paradise and today these are popular picnic spots. Visit Hazratbal Dargah Also. Overnight stay in a hotel.
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 mtr. 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 (at your own cost) to one of the Thajiwas Glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (at your own cost). You can also visit Zero Point/Zojila Pass (at your own cost) Return to the Hotel in Srinagar in the evening and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.
After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (The valley of shepherds). Which is about 96 kms from Srinagar, which will be covered in the app. 3 hours. You Can visit the saffron fields of Pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantivarman), Martand Surya Temple on En-route. Drive through the pine forests. Arrive at Pahalgam and enjoy Lidder stream. After You can hire a union car (at your own cost) visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari. Evening return, dinner and Overnight stay.
After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. Gulmarg is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the world and also called Meadow of Flowers. It has the world’s highest Golf Course (World’s Highest) and is also famous for winter sports like skiing etc. You can enjoy a Gondola Ride/ Cable Car (at your own cost) from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg & Also Visit Mohinishwar Shivalaya Shiv Mandir. The 08 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the Apharwat Peak. From here, you can click lots of photos of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley. We descended back to Gulmarg base after an hour. Overnight stay at the hotel Srinagar.
After breakfast transfer to Srinagar Airport to board your flight with memorable experiences of Samarth Hospitality.