Al-Moin’s Special - 8 Days

Soak your memories in a warm cup of Kahwah Tea, while indulging in the varied landscapes of Kashmir. Take in the crisp misty air, while gorging on warm Kashmiri pulao and home-made Rista. Feel your heart synchronize with the gushing waters that travel from the glaciers above. Dust the snow off your shoulders after a long trek up a hill and watch the sun-kissed, snow-capped mountains.

Overview

A valley between the Great Himalayan range and the Pir Panjal mountain range, Kashmir is a place of beautiful simplicity and pristine natural beauty. Kashmir is painted with a unique culture that keeps you intrigued throughout your journey, from Srinagar to Sonamarg and Gulmarg till Pahalgam.

Itinerary

Day 1
Srinagar (Shikara Ride)

On early arrival at Srinagar airport our representative will escort you to Houseboat. While in house boat have a Shikara Ride on the placid waters of the Dal Lake you will enjoy fusion of God’s nature Zaberwan Hills reflected in the waters of the 25 square kilometer lake. Evening will end with stay in the houseboat where you will get the taste of the best of the Kashmiri traditions where the small waves hitting the houseboat will act as a lullaby.
Dinner and overnight stay in houseboat at Srinagar.

Day 2
Srinagar to Pahalgam.

Today you are going to visit all time famous tourist resort, Pahalgam.
Pahalgam is located in the South of Kashmir, which will pass through the famous Saffron fields at Pampour, Sulphur springs, Mattan Temple at Anantnag and peep at the historical Ruins of Awantipura (where according to Hindu mythology, Pandavas had spent their time after losing their kingdom). As you will approach the Pahalgam, music of water gushing from the Lidder stream will fill your ears. It is an occasion when one’s soul is filled with peace. You may not help yourself in falling in love with the nature. It is Kashmir’s most popular resort and it is also base camp for Annual Amarnath Yatra. Some of the places will look familiar to you, as they have been captured in various famous films like Silsila, Betab, Karma, etc.
Overnight stay at hotel in Pahalgam.

Day 3
Pahalgam

PLACES OF INTEREST AT PAHALGAM (For Information)
Once in Pahalgam one can trek the mountain lakes, pony ride or drive to, plain meadows as suggested here under
ARU: This village resort is connected by 11 km motor able road from Pahalgam
BETAB VALLEY: Famous for film shootings is a plain scenic spot amidst pine trees 3 kms on Chandanwari ,Base Camp for Annual Amarnath Yatra, road.
BAISARAN: This popular picnic spot 4 kms from Pahalgam has meadows, pine trees with streams flowing through it.
SHIKARGAH: A wild life reserve at a close distance.
MAMAL TEMPLE: An 11th. Century temple on the right bank of Lidder has a Shivlinga with a spring rising from there.
FRISLAN: Famous spot for trout fishing at a distance of 7 km.
¬KOLAHAI GLACIERS: At an altitude of 3400 m and 36 km trek from Pahalgam via Liderwat en route to the 5300m Kolahai peak (one of the highest peaks in Kashmir)
TARSAR & MARSAR LAKES: These twin lakes situated at 3788 and 3794 mt respectively can be covered by 3 days trek via liderwat
TULIAN LAKE: At an altitude of 3353 meters is a full day trek via Baisaran. The steep terrains lead to a magically crystal clear lake where one would love to stay for a longer time.
Overnight in hotel at Pahalgam.

Day 4
Pahalgam to Gulmarg

Gulmarg – The Switzerland of Asia. This picturesque tourist spot is agog with activities round the year. While the lush green meadows in summer will be a treat to your eyes, so will the snowfall of winters have a soothing effect on your heart and mind. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and has 18 hole Golf course which is highest in the world at the altitude of 2370 mts. Historically it is said that it was favorite spot for Emperor Jahangir Those interested in catching the nature at a height can take a cable car ride (Gondola).

Day 5
Gulmarg to Srinagar

After check out proceed for Srinagar. Check in at hotel. Evening personal activities. Overnight stay in hotel at Srinagar.

Day 6
Srinagar Local Sight Seeing

After breakfast visit world famous Mughal Gardens–Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Cheshmashahi. Parimahal The best thing about these gardens is the scenic beauty. These gardens present view which cannot be described in words. Seeing is believing –the sunset from the gardens is a picture, which will get embedded in your heart forever. About Cheshmashahi, it is being said that the water coming out of the spring quenches your thirst, takes out your worries. After enjoying the beauty of Chesham Shahi have a look of Parimal, the marvel of Mughal architect near about 2km. up on the hill where from you can have magnificent view of Dal Lake Visit ancient Shiv Temple, Shankaryachara for the blessings, situated on the top of the hill, in middle of Srinagar where from you can have birds view of the city. Overnight stay in hotel at Srinagar.

Day 7
Sonmarg Or Yousmarg

Sonmarg: After early breakfast leave for day excursion to Sonmarg. Sonmarg translates into meadow of gold” because of the local yellow crocus bloom in the spring season .It is the farthest excursion spot from Srinagar passing through the spectacularly beautiful Sindh valley, picturesque villages present the glimpses of Kashmir’s Countryside. It is surrounded by pine trees and mountain cliffs which offer mind boggling possibilities for mountaineers .Sonmarg is also famous for its rock climbing sites, alpine skiing and Trout fishing in the roaring river Sindh. It also serves as base camp for Annual Amarnath Yatra from the Baltal route, “Gateway to Ladakh”.

Yousmarg: After taking breakfast leave for enjoyment of virgin beauty of Yusmarg. Yusmarg has some highest peaks in Pir Panchal range like Tatakoti 4725mts, Romesh Thong 5000 mts, Sunset Peak 4750mts which contribute to the formation of the mighty Dooth Ganga river . It is believed that Jesus Christ (pbuh) passed through this valley while travelling to Kashmir. The scenic beauty of Yusmarg mesmerizes the visitors. On the way to Yusmarg visit Char – E – Sharief , shrine of famous sufi saint of the valley, for his blessings for the couple. This shrine is very popular among Muslims as well as non Muslims. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 8
Departure

With consideration of Flight timing and reaching 2 hours before departure, prepare for departure.
Since Srinagar airport is secure Airport it will have 2 round of X-ray and frisking of passengers first at Gate no. 1 which is 1 Km away from main building and 2nd. X-ray and frisking inside the terminal and counter gets closed 45mints earlier of the departure. Due to this need to leave early for airport. Also to note that liquids in form of food, deo, perfumes shampoo etc will not be allowed in hand baggage. Also round shaped and hard fruits will also not be allowed in the hand baggage. Dry food items like biscuits or cakes will be allowed in hand baggage.
Please don’t forget at airport after check in you has to do physical identification of your baggage.

The Trip Cost Includes

  • Group size: 2 people.
  • Shikara Ride on waters of Dal Lake.
  • Airport Pick up and drop.
  • All transfers as per tour itinerary by Winger car.
  • All applicable hotel taxes. Road tax, driver allowances, toll tax, parking charges etc.

The Trip Cost Excludes

  • Extras at the hotel
  • Meals other than Package
  • Personal Purchase
  • Adventurous activities
  • Anything not mentioned in cost inclusions
  • Sightseeing at Gulmarg
  • Sightseeing at Sonmarag
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating & joy Rides, Pony ride Gondola Ride
  • Guide & entrance fees at gardens, temples, clubs if any. Any other item not specified in "cost includes".
  • Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mention in the itinerary.
  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blocks etc
  • (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).

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