JAMMU & KASHMIR ( 9 days / 8 nights )
Popularly known as the “Paradise on Earth”, Jammu and Kashmir is world famous for its scenic splendour, snow-capped mountains, plentiful wildlife, exquisite monuments, hospitable people and local handicrafts. Your trip to Jammu and Kashmir will be a memorable one as the state will not only appeal to you with its scenic beauty and snow-covered mountain ranges, but the adventure sports will take you to a different world.
Srinagar Arrive at Srinagar airport, report to the House Boat.
Srinagar – Sonmarg Full day excursion to Sonmarg – known as ‘Meadow of Gold’. Later visit the carpet factory.
Srinagar – Gulmarg Enjoy Dal Lake Shikara ride as well as Speed Boat ride and visit Char Chinar Island. Photograph yourself in Kashmiri outfits at Char Chinar. In the afternoon visit the highest point of Srinagar at Shankaracharya hill and the holy temple, followed by the famous Nishat Baug-‘The garden of pleasure’. Later, visit the carpet factory. In the evening visit famous Shalimar Bagh-‘Abode of love’. Arrive at Gulmarg – known as ‘Meadow of Flowers’. En-route view the apple orchards.
Gulmarg – Khilanmarg (Affarwat) Excursion to Khilanmarg. Experience the longest Cable Car ride up to the Affarwat snow point. En-route pass by the picturesque golf course. Free time to play and enjoy in the snow.
Gulmarg – Pahalgam Visit Avantipur ruins, Cricket bat factory and pass-by the Pampore Saffron fields. Enjoy shopping in the evening at Pahalgam.
Pahalgam – Chandanwari – Pahalgam Proceed to Chandanwari for a magnificent view of Lidder valley. Visit Aru Valley – a fascinating Valley around 15 km from Pahalgam. You can photograph yourself in Kashmiri outfits at various photo studios of Pahalgam. Enjoy get together with your travel companions in the evening.
Pahalgam – Katra – Vaishnodevi Arrive at Katra, the base point of Vaishnodevi in the evening. Later proceed for the Vaishnomata Temple, a trek of total 28 kms.
Vaishnodevi – Katra Arrival from Vaishnodevi. Free day for relaxation or leisure activities.
Katra – Departure from Jammu Departure to Jammu. Board the flight for your hometown.
Note : 2
Passport sized photographs per person and photo ID proof required for Tsomgo Lake
Meals on Tour
Day 1 : Dinner Day 2 – 8 : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Day 9 : Breakfast and Lunch