Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar

Arrive in Srinagar by flight and transfer to a houseboat or hotel. Take a delightful 1-hour Shikara ride on the pristine Dal Lake, exploring the water-life of Srinagar. Visit the local crafts market to shop for unique Papier-mâché and Walnut Wood items. Stay overnight at the Houseboat or Hotel.

Day 2: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Sonamarg, also known as the ‘Meadow of Gold,’ situated at an altitude of 9000 ft. Enjoy the scenic beauty against snow-clad mountains and the Sindh River. Explore Thajiwas Glacier with the option of hiring ponies. Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay at the Houseboat or Hotel.

Day 3: Srinagar – Pahalgam

Transfer from Srinagar to Pahalgam, the “Valley of Shepherds.” Check-in at the hotel and enjoy the natural beauty along the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is renowned for trekking routes and serves as the base camp for the Amarnath Pilgrimage. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Pahalgam

After breakfast, have a leisurely day to explore the local surroundings on your own. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Pahalgam – Gulmarg

After breakfast, transfer to Gulmarg, the “Meadow of Flowers.” Gulmarg, at an altitude of 8700 ft, is a famous Ski Resort with the world’s highest 18-hole Golf Course. Enjoy a scenic Cable Car Ride (Gondola) with a view of Kongdori. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

Day 6: Gulmarg

After breakfast, have the entire day free at leisure to explore Gulmarg independently. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

Day 7: Gulmarg – Srinagar

Transfer from Gulmarg to Srinagar. Upon reaching, visit the Mogul Gardens “Nishat” (The Garden of Pleasure) and “Shalimar” (Abode of All). Drive along the Lakeside on Boulevard. Visit a local Handicrafts Emporium for specialty silken carpets, shawls, and jewelry ornaments. Also, explore Shankaracharya Temple. Stay overnight at the Houseboat or Hotel.

Day 8: Srinagar – Manasbal Lake – Srinagar

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Manasbal Lake, famous for bird watching and its stunning backdrop of snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. Return to Srinagar and stay overnight at the Houseboat or Hotel.

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport to catch the flight for your onwards destination.