6-Day Srinagar, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, & Gulmarg Highlights Tour
Highlights
Srinagar, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Gulmarg
Locations Covered
Srinagar, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Gulmarg
nature, historical, sightseeing
Group Tour
6 Days
Easy
English
Description
Heaven on Earth - the valley of Kashmir offers a woody abyss that surrounds the steep mountainous terrain. Known for its unparallel landscapes, the clear blue skies reveal the snow-capped peaks that give birth to the streams and rivers. Visit the Shankaracharya Temple, the Mughal Gardens - Chashma Shahi Garden, Nishat Bagh & Shalimar Bagh in Srinagar. Purchase local hand-crafted items - shawls, jackets, bed covers, paper mache, carpets, & more. Stroll alongside Dal Lake, and explore Srinagar and its local markets. Take a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice in Sonamarg. Witness the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Walk to Baisaren village set in pine and fir forest, about 2 km from Pahalgam. Marvel at the European-like Gulmarg and the 18-hole Golf Course. Experience Gondola Cable Car Ride, the world’s highest and Asia’s longest cable car, and enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point.
Itinerary
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Day 1 - Arrival in Srinagar, Srinagar City Tour
Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.
Proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankaracharya temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, the famous Mughal Gardens - Chashma Shahi Garden, Nishat Bagh & Shalimar Bagh. These gardens were Mughal Emperors' concept of Paradise, and today these are popular picnic spots.
Also, visit a handicraft shop where you can purchase local Hand Crafted items - Shawls, Jackets, Bed Covers, Paper Mache, Carpets & much more! In the evening, stroll alongside Dal Lake, exploring the local markets.
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Day 2 - Srinagar to Sonamarg, Return to Srinagar
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 mt 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 to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (by your own payment).
Return to the hotel in Srinagar in the evening.
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Day 3 - Srinagar to Pahalgam, Awantipura Ruins
Early in the morning, leave for Pahalgam, the 'valley of shepherds', situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from river Lidder and Sheeshnag Lake.
On the way, visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman.
On arrival into Pahalgam, enjoy the surrounding beauty or walk to Baisaren, about 2 km from Pahalgam. A small village set in pine and fir forest is pleasing and offers a good view.
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Day 4 - Pahalgam to Gulmarg
In the morning, after having breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. The route to Gulmarg is fascinating.
You will be mesmerized by its beauty. Gulmarg is famous all over the world for Skiing and Snowboarding. During the British Raj, Gulmarg hosted the Britishers and Europeans, and as such, they created a European hill resort and named it Gulmarg.
In Gulmarg, you would be able to find European surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course.
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Day 5 - Gondola Cable Car Ride, Gulmarg to Srinagar
After having breakfast enjoy Gondola Cable Car Ride, the world’s highest and Asia’s longest cable car (at your own cost).
Enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point.
In the afternoon, return to Srinagar and do local sightseeing of the remaining Srinagar.
Houseboat in Srinagar in the evening.
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Day 6 - Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport to board your flight.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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1 to 4 | /person |
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This is a group tour |