DAY 1-
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. 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
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) (Optional and at an extra cost) for mountain ride up to Khilanmarg. Overnight stay in a hotel in Gulmarg
DAY 3 -
After breakfast a beautiful drive in the hills will take you to Pahalgam (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 Pahalg
DAY 4 -
This day guests will be driven back to Srinagar and check-in to a hotel for overnight stay. Set on sightseeing tour of the Mughal Gardens next. 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
DAY 5 -
This day brings an excursion tour to Sonmarg where you can head for a sightseeing tour on your own. Guests are provided optional pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier. Evening return to Srinagar & overnight in the hot
DAY 6 -
Tour ends here with sweet memories