Charming Srinagar Gulmarg
Description
Charming Srinagar Gulmarg
Program
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1
Srinagar
Arrive at Srinagar Airport and transfer to the hotel in Srinagar.
Check in at the hotel.
Visit Mughal Gardens (Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Pari Mahal and Chashm-e-Shahi).
Return back to hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel. -
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Srinagar - Sonamarg - Srinagar (One way 80 Kms; Approx. 03 hours by Road)
After Breakfast transfer to the Sonamarg.
Sonamarg Description - Situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonamarg is also called as “The meadow of gold” has, as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River that meanders through the valley abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be hired (Own arrangements) for the trip up to Thajawas glacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer.
Transfer back to Srinagar.
Overnight at Srinagar hotel.
For Sonamarg Visit during heavy snowfall vehicles go till Gagangir which is 10 km's away from Sonamarg. In this case the only possible mode of transportation is Ponies. The guest has to pay on actuals. -
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Srinagar – Pahalgam (One way – 94 Kms; 03.30 hrs by Road)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Pahalgam.
Enroute visit Mattan Temple & Awantipura Ruins -The 1100 year old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Awantipura was founded by king Avantivarman. The site has two temples. The larger one, Shiva-Avantishvara, is marked by massive walls some half a mile beneath the town on the outskirts of village Jaubror. The subsidiary shrines are to the rear corner of the courtyard. But the complex has, over the years, lost its grandeur and has been reduced to ruins, though it is still visited by the devout.
Check in to the Hotel in Pahalgam
Description about Pahalgam: Pahalgam is one of the famous Tourist attraction tourist attraction and a favourite place for shooting of Bollywood films, and is still a health resort. Besides tourist huts, several hotels in private sector have come up here and these hotels provide modern facilities to their guests.
Overnight at Pahalgam Hotel. -
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Pahalgam – Gulmarg (One way - 154 Kms; 04.30 Hrs by Road)
After breakfast check out from the hotel.
Optional / Own arrangements (Only local taxis are permitted for this sightseeing) - Later embark on an excursion to Chandanwari (3288 meters), Betaab Valley and Aru Valley. Surrounded by snow-covered mountain peaks and dense pine and deodar forests, this valley is the mouth of River Sheshnag.
After your tour you will be transferred to Gulmarg.
Check in to the Gulmarg Hotel
Description about Gulmarg: The valley of Gulmarg, a large meadow about 3-sq-kms in area, stands at 2,730 metres, 56-km south west of Srinagar. The name means ‘Meadow Of Flowers’ and in the spring it’s just that, a rolling meadow dotted with countless colourful Bluebells, Daisies, Forget Me Not’s and Buttercups.
Overnight at Gulmarg Hotel
IMPORTANT NOTE: For Gulmarg visit During heavy snowfalls vehicles are not allowed beyond Tangmarg (Its 13 kms away from Gulmarg). In this case we assist customers to hire snow jeeps which charge Rs 2000 – 2500 per return journey per Snowjeep (Tangmarg to Gulmarg & Return) (Snow jeeps are easily available in this scenario & cost will be on actuals & paid by customer). -
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Gulmarg – Srinagar (One way 54 Kms, Approx. 02 hours by Road)
Breakfast and keep your luggage ready for check out.
Optional / Own Arrangements : Gulmarg to Kungdoor (Phase 1) : The 1st phase of the Gondola takes tourists to the height of 8530 ft to Kongdori Station
Optional / Own Arrangements: Kungdoor to Aparwath (Phase 2): the second stage of the Gondola goes up to the height of 12293 ft.
Transfer to Srinagar.
Check in at The Srinagar Houseboat.
Rest of the day free to explore the beautiful markets of Srinagar.
•Evening enjoy 1 Hour Boat Ride on Lake by a gondola Boat called ”SHIKARA” witness the ride on lake, called Venice of India & experience the aquatic life of Srinagar.
•Overnight at the Srinagar Houseboat. -
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Srinagar
After Breakfast check out of the houseboat.
Transfer to the airport and depart with Fond memories.