Kashmir is the Northern most state in India. The state is Asia’s Heaven on Earth, rich in premium cash crops like walnuts and saffron, blessed with jaw-dropping natural beauty all year long. The Jhelum river is the only river that flows through Kashmir. The best destinations in Kashmir are Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam. Best tourist spots in the Kashmir valley are Shalimar Bagh, Chasme Shahi and Pari Mahal, important lakes such as Dal lake, Waular Lake and Manasbal lake. The house boat or Shikara stays are a unique experience highly recommended. Pahalgam is famous for its scenic beauty and provides an ideal setting for activities like hiking, trekking and fishing etc. Gulmarg Gondola is famously the longest and highest gondola ride in Asia, and the second longest and highest in the world. The Kashmiris of Kashmir valley are largely Muslims commonly spoken languages are Kashmiri and Urud. The best time to visit Kashmir is March through October and you can enjoy Kashmir when the flowers are in full bloom and the alpine meadows at their greenest.

Day-wise Trip itinerary

 Day 01 : Route Arrival – Srinagar : Night Stay Srinagar, Houseboat

Our service starts with your arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be met our representative of Sky Route Travel at the Srinagar Airport and transfers you to Srinagar Houseboat (Srinagar is also known as “PARADISE ON EARTH”). After having rest at the hotel for an hour. later visit interiors of Dal Lake overlooking beautiful snow clad zabarwan mountains. Evening back to houseboat and overnight stay in boat.

Day 02 : Route   Srinagar – Gulmarg : Night Stay – Srinagar, Hotel (50 Km. 2hr)

After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, discovered by the Kashmiri romantic poet in the 16th century who was inspired with its grassy slopes covered with wild flowers. It is one of the India’s premier Hill resorts. Gulmarg today is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty – It also turns into India’s premier Ski resort in winter. The Gondola Cable Car offers rides to the upland meadows of Kongdori and beyond to the top of Apharwat range to a height of 14000 ft for viewing the Himalayan Peaks in summer and for downhill skiing in winter. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

 Day 03: Route – Srinagar – Pahalgam –Night Stay : One Pahalgam, Hotel, 100 Km 3 hrs 

 After early breakfast checkout from hotel drive to Pahalgam also known as ‘The valley of Shepherds or Trekker’s Paradise. Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. On the way visit Awantipura ruins, Saffron fields One of the most beautiful places on earth, the town of Pahalgam offers breath-taking views. One can just enjoy the town of Pahalgam trek to some of the most beautiful places on earth. One can trek to Lidderwat, Kolohoi Glacier or to Sonamarg. Pahalgam is also the entry point for the famous Amarnath Cave, a holy site for Hindus. One can visit to Betaab valley and chandanwari-(at your own cost)–by local car on direct payment.

Day 04: Pahalgam-Srinagar Local Sightseeing : 100 km (3 hrs Drive)

After breakfast checkout from hotel and drive back to Srinagar, later visit to famous Mughal Gardens Nishat ( Garden of pleasure ) overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar ( Garden of Love) Each one is more beautiful than the one visited before. You will walk along the terraced flower beds, past splashing of fountains and marble pavilions, with snow capped peaks of the Himalayas & Cheshmaashahi (Royal Spring .) Overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar.

Day :05 Night Stay Srinagar, Hotel : Route : Full Day trip to Sonamarg – 85 Km. (2 – 3 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Sonamarg. Sonamarg (2740 mts) also known as ‘The Meadow of Gold ‘or ‚The Gateway of Ladakh’ Sonamarg is 84 Kms from Srinagar and is surrounded by colourful mountains and thick Pine forests. Thajwas Glacier is 3 Kms in the south of Sonamarg. Slopes and meadows are sparkled with the loveliest of alpine flowers, while the rich forests of fir, sycamore and birch at their lush green beauty to the scene. Along with the Pahalgam, Sonamarg is an excellent take off point for treks into the mountains and in itself is an ideal camping ground where glaciers pour down from the Himalayas. Sonamarg is also the entry point for the famous Amarnath Cave, a holy site for Hindus via Baltal Valley. Overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar.

Day 6 : Srinagar – (Departure)

After breakfast we check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar Airport. In this way the tour ends as well as the magic of Kashmir holiday packages offering loads of fun-filled memories to relish in forever and ever.

3 Star Hotel Details 

• Srinagar  : Deluxe House Boat and Hotel Grand Mahal
• Pahalgam : Hotel Baisaran

Note:

• All hotels check in & check out time is 12.00 noon.
• Trip itinerary will be modified according to arrival and departure of the flight
• Hotels booking subject to availability otherwise similar category will be arranged. We can also upgrade the hotel category to four stars.
• This is just a proposed itinerary, suggestive of what can be possible in the tour with minimum budget.
• Expert team of our package makers will work with you to manage all the elements of your travel in an efficient and cost-effective manner. We can customize the travel packages according to your needs and make your dream vacation a reality.
• Sky Route’s Travel Manager/Supervisors are available in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai (India), so they will take care and make your journey stress free memorable one.