Upon arriving in Srinagar, you'll transfer to your houseboat for a unique and charming stay. After checking in and freshening up, embark on a romantic Shikara ride on the serene Dal Lake, a quintessential Kashmir experience. Your evening will be filled with a delicious dinner on the houseboat, accompanied by extra toppings, snacks, and traditional Kashmiri Kahwa.
Start your day with breakfast on the houseboat before checking out and beginning your Srinagar sightseeing. Visit the Shankaracharya Temple, known for its dedication to Lord Shiva, and explore the Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh. You'll then drive to Pahalgam, a picturesque valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains. En route, stop at Pampore for a saffron demonstration and shopping, and visit the ancient Avantipur Ruins. After arriving in Pahalgam, check into your hotel, relax, and enjoy dinner.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting out for a full day of exploration in Pahalgam. Visit Aru Valley for its lush meadows and stunning mountain views, Betaab Valley, famous for its picturesque scenery, and Chandanwari, the starting point for the Amarnath Yatra and a popular hiking spot. Lunch, tea, and snacks will be provided throughout the day. You’ll also have some free time to shop in the local market before returning to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast and check-out from your Pahalgam hotel, drive to Sonmarg, known as the Golden Meadow. Along the way, visit the Martand Sun Temple, renowned for its ancient ruins, and the Kashmir Cricket Bat Factory to see the craftsmanship of renowned cricket bats made from Kashmir willow. Upon reaching Sonmarg, check into your hotel and unwind before enjoying dinner.
Following breakfast at the hotel and check-out, you’ll head to Thajiwas Glacier. Enjoy activities like horse riding or sledge riding on snow, both available on a direct payment basis. After your snow-filled adventure, drive back to Srinagar, check into your hotel, and relax with dinner.
Start with breakfast at your Srinagar hotel before driving to Gulmarg. Experience the Gulmarg Gondola, Asia's highest cable car, which offers stunning panoramic views of the Pir Panjal Mountains and the valley. Optional activities include sledge or snowmobile rides, also on a direct payment basis. On your return to Srinagar, visit a Handloom Emporium. The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay in Srinagar.
