As you arrive at Kashmir the heavenly beauty of the state will surely cast its spell leaving you breathless for a moment. Rest of the day will be free for relaxation in Dal lake. The elegance in the countenance and behavior of its people is surely inspired by the charm of its quaint environs. Srinagar with its placid lakes, enchanting environs, slumbering houseboats, fascinating Mughal gardens and gorgeous flower-beds appears no less than heavenly.
Enjoy rest of the day with nature’s bounty from the comfort of your deluxe houseboat. As you glide softly on the placid waters of Dal Lake don’t forget to look out of floating vegetable gardens and the birdlife in the region.overnight stay in Houseboat..
Day 2
Drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) will be immensely refreshing for each mile uncovers a fine specimen of nature’s bounty in front of you. Situated at an elevation of 2730 m Gulmarg is one of the best ski slopes in the world and has highest golf course with 18 holes. Enjoy cable car (Gondola)for mountain ride up to Khilanmarg. Return back to Srinagar and Overnight stay in hotel.
Special Remark : If their will be any nature calamity / snowfall , chained jeeps has to be used from Tangmarg to Gulmarg. Client have to pay directly at Tanmarg. The cost will be appox. INR 2000/- oneway per chained Jeep(per way)
Day 3
After breakfast a beautiful drive in the hills will take you to Sonmarg (The valley of shepherds). One must make optimum usage of the bountiful of options of sightseeing and nature walks available at this destination. View of the mountains can be best explored on feet as you start to take an evening walk in the region following pony trails. Drive through the pine forests and enjoy Lidder Stream here. Explore the region on your own and return bagful of sweet memories. Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 4
On this day set on sightseeing tour of the Mughal Gardens Lined with mighty chinar trees, overlooking the scintillating waters of Dal Lake and marked by ornamental fountains, Nishat Bagh sings the saga of impressive Mughal architecture. Built by Asaf Khan, the brother -in- law of Jehangir in 1632 AD the name of the garden means “Garden of Delight” and even today the sheer sight of the park has the ability of filling the onlooker’s heart with pleasure. Other beauteous Mughal Gardens to be visited in the region are Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi.The graceful garden adorning another side of Dal Lake is a gorgeous panorama embellished with artificial streams, terraced landscape, Mughal pavilions full of emerald hues. In the vicinity also visit the hillside temple of Shankaracharya. Built in the 11th Century, the Shiva temple is built of rock stone and overlooks the Dal Lake. Dating back to 200 B.C.E. the temple was demolished and the one which now exists is its reformed version built in 9th century C.E.
Day 5
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and proceed to Srinagar airport for Return journey.
