Arrive in Srinagar, Kashmir and discover the beauty and opulence of this small town along hillside. Our Representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to hotel in a private car.

After the check- in, proceed for a tour of the city and visit the famous Mughal Gardens – Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). Built in between a period of 14 years the two gardens are a heritage left behind by the erstwhile Mughals, whose taste for laying exquisite gardens was fascinating. With a backdrop of the sprawling Zabarwan Mountains, the gardens boast of green turfs, blooming flowers and cascading water fountains. These gardens are situated by the serene Dal Lake on one side with the majestic Zabarwan Mountains at the backdrop. We will explore the gardens and later drive back to the hotel.

Late afternoon, pay a visit to the Shankaracharya Temple perched on the majestic Suleiman Mount. Located on a picturesque hill to the South East of Srinagar, the temple is named after Lord Shankarachrya- A great philosopher who visited the valley about ten centuries ago. The temple is built on a high octagonal plinth approached by a flight of steps. The summit of the hill is crowned with a picturesque edifice. We will explore the temple and also view some amazing locations of the Dal Lake and the city below.

In the evening proceed for shikara riding in Dal lake. Wander through the meandering streets of Srinagar City, with the decadent scents of fresh flowers and the rich history of the city.

After the sightseeing tour, you will return to the hotel, enjoy a delicious dinner and retreat for the night.

Today, enjoy a picturesque drive to Gulmarg, the Meadow of Flowers, 2730 mts above sea level; Gulmarg offers spectacular views of snow-capped mountain peaks, conifer forests and green meadows.

After a drive of 2 hrs. we arrive at Gulmarg, Freshen up at the hotel and start your Gulmarg tour by experiencing the world’s highest cable car ride known as the Gondola. Board the cable car ride to Kongdoori (1st Level). The 8 minutes of ropeway ride on Gulmarg Gondola will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the Apharwat Peak. The Gulmarg Gondola is the highest and longest cable car ropeway of Asia and one of the best experiences in Kashmir. This cable car ride is divided into 2 stages and takes you to and from Kongdoori Mountain, which is close to Apharwat Peak.

Upon reaching Kongdoori, there are many more adventure activities like skiing, snow sledging, ATV motor-biking, snow scooters, snow mobiles etc. (activities on direct payment basis).

Take leisurely walks on the lush green meadows in Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) that mesmerizes you with breath-taking vistas of snow-capped mountains. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds. Driving through saffron fields; we first stop at Awantipura ruins – an 1100 year- old temple of Lord Vishnu and also at the apple orchids gardens. Continue exploring the countryside in Pahalgam and enjoy leisurely walks through the forests along the streaming Lidder River; we arrive in Pahalgam and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon you can opt for a pony ride to Baisaran valley (known as Mini Switzerland) (on direct payment); Baisaran is a large grassy meadow with small rolling hills, it is an ideal campsite for trekker who want to move further to Tulian lake.

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Pahalgam.

After breakfast, depart for excursion trip to Chandanwadi, starting point of Amarnath Yatra & Betab valley. Located on the way to Chandanwari, the valley was named Betaab after the bollywood movie by the same name! The valley is surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountain and dense forests.

Afternoon proceed for trip to Aru Valley – Aru Valley is a tourist spot 11 kms from Pahalgam, noted for its scenic meadows and mountains, it is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The village lies of the left bank of the Aru river, which is a tributary of the Lidder river.

The surroundings are ideal and allow for relaxation and leisure in the true spirit of traditional hill resort. Rest of the day is free for personal activities or stroll at Pahalgam mall road.

Dinner & Overnight at the hotel in Pahalgam.

Note: All sightseeing tours in Pahalgam are done by local cars and are time bound. Our vehicle is not allowed for local sightseeing tour due to restrictions imposed by local Pahalgam tourist transporters.

Wake up to a pleasant morning in Pahalgam and spend some leisurely time. In the noon, get transferred to a houseboat in Srinagar – Kashmirs cultural accommodations – a floating wooden palace on the famous Dal Lake. Check-in at the houseboat on the serene Dal Lake/Nageen lake that takes you to a whole new world of bliss and serenity.

Later, visit island of Char Chinar. Photograph yourself in Kashmiri costumes and enjoy a wonderful Shikara boat ride on the scenic Dal Lake/Nageen Lake, as you witness a multi-hued sunset over the horizon.  After the beautiful ride, you may take a stroll on the boulevard road alongside the lake and indulge in shopping/eating at the numerous shops and eateries. As evening approaches, return to houseboat for dinner and overnight stay. End the day with a pleasant sleep back in the houseboat.

Today after breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport to board the return flight with Happy Memories!